2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN radiator cap

CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If 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”, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED
Small punctures up to¼” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be
sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g., screws
or nails) should not be removed from the tire. Tire Service
Kit can be used in outside temperatures down to approxi-
mately -4°F (-20°C).
This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you
to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with a
maximum speed of 55 mph (90 km/h).
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with water as directed on the container, aids cleaning
action, reduces the freezing point to avoid line clogging,
and is not harmful to paint or trim.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at anytime the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the
system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) only by an
authorized dealer. Check the front of the A/C condenser
for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by
gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically
down the face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.
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NOTE:
•Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer.
•Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as
possible.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery tank.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is
overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool
an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to
build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding
or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the
system is hot or under pressure.
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
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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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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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