2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Oil Pressure Warning Light

20. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera-
ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,
or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to
exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
“H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer
drops back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H” and you hear continuous chimes,
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turn the engine off immediately and call an autho-
rized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer
for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to
look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining Your
Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling
System Pressure Cap paragraph.
21. Low Fuel Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.0 gal
(7.8 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until
fuel is added.
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22. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should come on when the
ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN and remain on
briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on
while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system light remains on, it means that the
vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho-
rized dealer.
If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting
Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”.
23. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The
light should turn on momentarily when the engine is
started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
24. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the
gauge approachesH, this indicator will illuminate and a
single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to
passH, a continuous chime will occur until the engine is
allowed to cool.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also,
shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve-
hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for
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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.
•Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The
light should turn on momentarily when the engine is
started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
•Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should come on when the
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tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main-
tenance schedule is highly recommended.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
You could lose control and have a collision resulting
in serious injury or death.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva-
lent to the originals in size, quality and performance
when replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on
“Tread Wear Indicator.” Refer to the Tire and Loading
Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for
the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and
Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original
equipment tire sidewall. See the Tire Sizing Chart ex-
ample found in the Tire Safety Information section of this
manual for more information relating to the Load Index
and Speed Symbol of a tire.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two
rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously
affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a
wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match
those of the original wheels.
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Headlights............................652
Headlights On Reminder..................224
High Beam Indicator.....................311
High Beam/Low Beam Select...............228
Illuminated Entry........................20
Interior..............................225
License..............................655
Lights On Reminder.....................224
Low Fuel.............................322
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).........316
Oil Pressure...........................323
Park................................652
Passing..............................229
Reading..............................253
Rear Servicing.........................654
Rear Tail Lamps........................654
Seat Belt Reminder......................321
Security Alarm.........................319
Service...............................650
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .316
Side Marker...........................654
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............315
Traction Control........................490
Turn Signal...........................125
Voltage..............................323
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......311
Loading Vehicle..........................285
Capacities............................544
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..502
Load Leveling System......................294
Locks..................................34
Door.................................34
Lubrication, Body.........................622
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)...................294
Lug Nuts...............................573
Maintenance Free Battery....................618
Maintenance Procedures....................612
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Tilt Column...........................233
Wheel, Heated.........................234
Wheel, Tilt............................233
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............430
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .430
Storage................................649
Storage Bin..............................279
Storage, Vehicle...........................452
Storing Your Vehicle.......................649
Stow(n Go (Fold in Floor) Seats...............198
Sunglasses Storage........................253
Sun Roof...............................266
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag..........81
Sway Control, Trailer.......................491
Synthetic Engine Oil.......................615
System, Remote Starting.....................30
Tachometer..............................311
Telescoping Steering Column.................233
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)..........440
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant............322
Tilt Steering Column.......................233
Tire and Loading Information Placard...........502
Tire Markings............................495
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..125
Aging (Life of Tires).....................517
Air Pressure...........................507
Chains...............................520
Changing.............................575
Compact Spare.........................514
General Information.....................507
High Speed...........................510
Inflation Pressures.......................508
Jacking...............................575
Life of Tires...........................517
Load Capacity.........................502
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............522
Pressure Warning Light...................315
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