2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN radiator

with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap
unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze
point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant
of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
a month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-
12106 should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not
overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
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If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
•Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against freez-
ing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-
12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion protec-
tion of your engine which contains aluminum compo-
nents.
•Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
J140 Amp Green–Power Folding Seat
J230 Amp Pink–Power Liftgate Module
J330 Amp Pink–Rear Door Module
J425 Amp Clear–Driver Door Node
J525 Amp Clear–Passenger Door Node
J640 Amp Green–Antilock Brakes Pump/Stability Control System
J730 Amp Pink–Antilock Brakes Valve/Stability Control System
J840 Amp Green–Power Memory Seat – If Equipped
J940 Amp Green–Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle Motor/Flex Fuel –
If Equipped
J1030 Amp Pink–Headlamp Wash/Manifold Tuning Valve – If
Equipped
J1130 Amp Pink–Power Sliding Door Module/Anti–Theft Module
– If Equipped
J1230 Amp Pink–HVAC Rear Blower, Radiator Fan Motor
644 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
J13 60 Amp Yellow–Ignition Off Draw (IOD) – Main
J14 40 Amp Green–Rear Window Defogger
J15 40 Amp Green–Front Blower
J17 40 Amp Green–Starter Solenoid
J1820 Amp Blue–Powertrain Control Module Trans Range
J19 60 Amp Yellow–Radiator Fan
J2030 Amp Pink–Front Wiper LO/HI
J2120 Amp Blue–Front/Rear Washer
J22 25 Amp Clear–Sunroof Module
M1–15 Amp BlueRear Center Brake Lamp/Brake Switch
M2–20 Amp YellowFront Fog Lamps
M3–20 Amp Yellow Front/Rear Axle Locker, Vacuum Pump Motor
M4–10 Amp RedTrailer Tow
M5–25 Amp ClearInverter
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CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine
damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant is different and should not be mixed with
Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat-
ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling
system in an emergency, the cooling system will
need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional
rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not
be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and
may plug the radiator.
•This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze).
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) is not recommended.
658 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Bulbs, Light.............................125
Calibration, Compass......................340
Camera, Rear............................249
Capacities, Fluid..........................656
Caps, Filler
Fuel.................................540
Power Steering.........................479
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................628
Carbon Monoxide Warning..................121
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier........................294
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)....................285
Car Washes.............................635
Cellular Phone...........................432
Center High Mounted Stop Light..............655
Certification Label.........................542
Chains, Tire.............................520
Changing A Flat Tire.......................575
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................497
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .316
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety..............121
Checks, Safety...........................121
Child Restraint............................96
Child Restraints
Booster Seats..........................100
Center Seat LATCH......................109
Child Restraints.........................96
Child Seat Installation....................112
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt.......110
Infants And Child Restraints................98
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint . . . .109
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt.................................111
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children......103
Older Children And Child Restraints..........99
Seating Positions........................102
Using The Top Tether Anchorage............117
682 INDEX

Child Safety Locks.........................49
Clean Air Gasoline........................532
Climate Control..........................432
Clock..................................351
Coat Hook..............................285
Coin Holder.............................286
Cold Weather Operation....................460
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance..............431
Compact Spare Tire........................514
Compass...............................340
Compass Calibration.......................340
Compass Variance.........................341
Computer, Trip/Travel......................337
Connector
UCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..377
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)..........377
Conserving Fuel..........................336
Console................................286
Console, Floor...........................286
Console, Overhead........................252
Console, Removable.......................290
Contract, Service..........................673
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........628
Cooling System...........................624
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............626
Coolant Capacity.......................656
Coolant Level..........................624
Disposal of Used Coolant.................628
Drain, Flush, and Refill...................625
Inspection............................629
Points to Remember.....................629
Pressure Cap..........................628
Radiator Cap..........................628
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).............625
Corrosion Protection.......................635
Cupholders.............................275
CustomerAssistance.......................671
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INDEX 683

Seat Belts..............................72
Programmable Electronic Features.............342
Radial Ply Tires..........................510
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)...........628
Radio Operation..........................432
Radio Remote Controls.....................430
Rear Air Conditioning......................438
Rear Camera............................249
Rear Cross Path..........................144
Rear Heater.............................438
Rear ParkSense System.....................240
Rearview Mirrors.........................133
Rear Window Features.....................293
Reclining Front Seats.......................192
Recorder, Event Data.......................95
Recreational Towing.......................557
Reformulated Gasoline.....................532
Refrigerant..............................620
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................58
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)..................21
FCC General Information..................30
Programming Additional Key Fobs...........17
Programming Additional Transmitters.........17
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........430
Remote Starting System......................30
Removable Floor Console...................290
Replacement Bulbs........................650
Replacement Keys.........................16
Replacement Parts.........................611
Replacement Tires.........................518
Reporting Safety Defects....................675
Resetting Oil Change Indicator................313
Restraint, Head...........................193
Restraints, Child...........................96
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck.................598
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack)...................294
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