2014 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN fuel

EVIC Amber Telltale Lights
This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell-
tales. These telltales include:
•Low Fuel Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal
(11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until
fuel is added.
• Loose Gascap Indicator
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines
that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly
installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator
will display in the telltale display area. Tighten
the fuel filler cap properly.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). If the message continues to appear for more than three
days after tightening the gas cap, have the vehicle
serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
•
Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator
This light will turn on to indicate the wind-
shield washer fluid is low.
EVIC Red Telltale Lights
This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These
telltales include:
•Door Ajar
This light will turn on to indicate that one or
more doors may be ajar.
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Fuel Economy
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel
Economy” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press
the SELECT button. The following Fuel Economy func-
tions display in the EVIC:
•Average Fuel Economy (AVG)
• Distance To Empty (DTE)
• Miles Per Gallon (MPG)
Average Fuel Economy
This display shows the average fuel economy since the
last reset. The Average Fuel Economy can be reset by
following the prompt in the EVIC to use the SELECT
button. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will
read “zero” for two seconds. Then, the history informa-
tion will be erased, and the averaging will continue from
the last fuel average reading before the reset.
Average Fuel Economy Display
Distance To Empty (DTE)
This display shows the estimated distance that can be
traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This esti-
mated distance is determined by a weighted average of
the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according
to the current fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset
through the SELECT button.
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NOTE:Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km)
estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change
to a “LOW FUEL” message. This display will continue
until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant
amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW
FUEL” message and a new DTE value will display.
Miles Per Gallon (MPG)
This display shows the instantaneous MPG in bar graph
form while driving. This will monitor the gas mileage in
real-time as you drive and can be used to modify driving
habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Vehicle Speed
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle
Speed” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the RIGHT arrow button. Press the RIGHT arrow button to
display the current speed in mph or km/h. Pressing the
RIGHT arrow button a second time will toggle the unit of
measure between mph or km/h.
NOTE:
Changing the unit of measure in the Vehicle
Speed menu will not change the unit of measure in the
EVIC.
Trip Info
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Trip
Info” is highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT
button. Press and release the UP/DOWN buttons to
highlight one of the following functions if you want to
reset it:
Trip A
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last
reset.
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5. Right Front Temperature Control
Provides right front seat occupant with independent
temperature control. Turn left for cooler or right for
warmer temperature settings.
6. Mix ModeAir is directed through the floor, defrost and side
window demist outlets. This setting works best in
cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at the
windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort,
while reducing moisture on the windshield.
7. Front Defrost Mode
Air is directed through the windshield and side
window demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with
maximum blower and temperature settings for best
windshield and side window defrosting. NOTE:
The air conditioning compressor may operate in
Mix and Defrost, even if the A/C button is not pressed.
This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. To
improve fuel economy, use these modes only when
necessary.
8. Electronic Rear Window Defrost
Press this button to turn on the rear window
defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if
equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminate
when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
defroster automatically turns off after approximately 10
minutes.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................459
▫ Automatic Transmission ................459
▫ Normal Starting .......................459
▫ Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or 29°C) ................460
▫ If The Engine Fails To Start ..............460
▫ After Starting ........................461
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .462
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............462
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............464 ▫
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .464
▫ Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode .............464
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission .........465
▫ Gear Ranges .........................466
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........475
▫ Acceleration .........................475
▫ Traction ............................475
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............476
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................476
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................476
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▫LifeOfTire .........................515
▫ Replacement Tires .....................516
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......517
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....519
 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .520
▫ Base System .........................523
▫ Premium System — If Equipped ...........525
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................529
▫ 3.6L Engine ..........................529
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................530
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............530
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .......531
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................531 ▫
Materials Added To Fuel ................532
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................532
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............533
 FLEXIBLE FUEL — IF EQUIPPED ...........534
▫ E-85 General Information ...............534
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....................535
▫ Fuel Requirements ....................535
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles .............536
▫ Starting ............................537
▫ Cruising Range .......................537
▫ Replacement Parts ....................537
▫ Maintenance ........................537
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ADDING FUEL ........................538
▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............538
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............539
 VEHICLE LOADING ....................540
▫ Vehicle Certification Label ...............540
 TRAILER TOWING .....................543 ▫
Common Towing Definitions .............543
▫ TowingTips .........................554
 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ...................555
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle . .555
▫ Recreational Towing — All Models .........556
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3. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengageautomatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position, wait 10 to 15
seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure
(Steps 1–3 above).
NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with a transmission
shift interlocking system. The brake pedal must be
pressed to shift out of PARK.
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or 29°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
If The Engine Fails To Start
WARNING!
• Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into
the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to
start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire
causing serious personal injury.
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel
could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle.
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