2016 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN engine

We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only),
some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids
contained in vehicles and certain products of compo-
nent wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
DVD, for the terms and provisions of FCA US LLC
warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
MOPAR PARTS
MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They are recom-
mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle
operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.
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Service Manuals
These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor-
mation that students and professional technicians need in
diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain-
ing, servicing, and repairing FCA US LLC vehicles. A
complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system,
and/or components is written in straightforward lan-
guage with illustrations, diagrams, and charts.
Diagnostic Procedure Manuals
Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams,
charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals
make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix
problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and
features. They show exactly how to find and correct
problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshoot-
ing and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests
and a complete list of all tools and equipment.Owner’s Manuals
These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the
assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac-
quaint you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles. Included
are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance pro-
cedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety
tips.
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About Your Brakes....................... .488
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............631
Adding Fuel ............................ .543
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .628
Additives, Fuel .......................... .538
AirBag.................................78 Advance Front Air Bag ....................80
Air Bag Operation .......................81
Air Bag Warning Light ....................90
Driver Knee Air Bag ......................82
Enhanced Accident Response ................89
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................92
FrontAirBag...........................78
If A Deployment Occurs ...................88
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................82
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............91
Side Air Bags ...........................83
Transporting Pets .......................117
Air Bag Deployment ........................78 Air Bag Light
..................... .90, 120, 315
Air Bag Maintenance .......................91
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .621
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................625
Air Conditioning ......................... .440
Air Conditioning Controls ...................440
Air Conditioning Filter ..................459, 626
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............458
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ..............445, 455
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..............625, 626
Air Conditioning System .............440, 448, 625
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ..........440
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .513
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................17, 324
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................381
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............631, 660
Disposal ............................. .634
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................489
684 INDEX

Bulb Replacement........................ .657
Bulbs, Light ......................... .122, 655
Calibration, Compass ..................... .350
Camera, Rear ........................... .248
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .660
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .543
Power Steering ........................ .484
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................633
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............119,540
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ....................... .291
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................282
Car Washes ............................ .640
Cellular Phone .......................... .439
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............659
Certification Label ........................ .546
Chains, Tire ............................ .524Changing A Flat Tire
...................... .581
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .502
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .615
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............119
Checks, Safety ............................119
Child Restraint ............................93
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................98
Center Seat LATCH ..................... .107
Child Restraints .........................93
Child Seat Installation .................110,112
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .......108
Infants And Child Restraints ................96
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint . . . .107
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt ................................ .109
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ......101
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........97
Seating Positions ....................... .100
686 INDEX

Customer Assistance...................... .675
Data Recorder, Event .......................92
Daytime Running Lights ....................224
Dealer Service ........................... .617
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .121
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................230
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................614
Dimmer Control ......................... .225
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................639
Oil (Engine) .......................... .618
Power Steering ........................ .484
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................607
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................634
Door Ajar .............................. .325
Door Ajar Light ......................... .325Door Locks
Door Locks ............................34
KeyFob...............................34
Remote ...............................34
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................34
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .254
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .482
Driving To Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .....346
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) ........391, 398, 399
E-85 Fuel .............................. .540
Economy (Fuel) Mode ..................... .471
Electrical Power Outlets .....................267
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................134
Electronic Brake Control System ...............488
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................489
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Traction Control System...................495
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........235
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............495
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........321
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......339
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................567
Jacking .......................... .581, 589
Jump Starting ......................... .600
Overheating .......................... .567
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........615
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .621
Block Heater ......................... .468
Break-In Recommendations ................118
Checking Oil Level ..................... .618
Compartment ......................... .613
Compartment Identification ................613
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................630, 661 Cooling
............................. .629
Exhaust Gas Caution .................119,540
Flooded, Starting ...................... .466
Fuel Requirements ...................536, 660
Oil .......................... .618, 660, 661
Oil Filter ............................ .621
Oil Selection ...................... .619, 660
Oil Synthetic ......................... .620
Overheating .......................... .567
Starting ............................. .465
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .620
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................620
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............89
Entry System, Illuminated ....................19
Ethanol ............................ .537, 540
Event Data Recorder ........................92
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................119,540
Exhaust System .......................119,622
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Exterior Lights....................... .122, 655
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .621
Air Conditioning ....................459, 626
Engine Oil ........................ .621, 661
Engine Oil Disposal .....................621
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .567
Turn Signal ..................122, 335, 657, 658
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .229
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .543
Engine Oil ........................... .542
Fuel Requirements ...................540, 541
Maintenance .......................... .543
Replacement Parts ...................... .543
Starting ............................. .542
Flooded Engine Starting ....................466 Floor Console
........................... .283
Fluid Capacities ......................... .660
Fluid Leaks ............................ .123
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................639
Brake ............................... .636
Cooling System ........................ .630
Power Steering ........................ .484
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........661
Fog Lights .......................... .225, 658
Fog Light Service ........................ .658
Fold in Floor (Stow N Go) Seating.............197
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................605
Fuel .................................. .536
Adding ............................. .543
Additives ............................ .538
Clean Air ............................ .536
Conserving ........................... .346
Economy

Mode ....................... .471
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Passing............................. .229
Replacing ............................ .657
Time Delay ........................... .223
Washers ............................. .223
Head Restraints ......................... .193
Heated Mirrors .......................... .134
Heater ................................ .440
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .468
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .228
Hill Start Assist .......................... .492
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .551
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ..............254
Hood Release ........................... .220
Hook, Coat ............................. .282
Ignition .................................13
Key .............................. .12, 13
Ignition Key Removal .......................13 Illuminated Entry
..........................19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................15
Information Center, Vehicle ..................339
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................131
Instrument Cluster ..................304, 322, 335
Instrument Panel And Controls ...............303
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............645
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ..............647
Interior Appearance Care ....................643
Interior Lights .......................... .225
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............230
Introduction ..............................4
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio .............181, 390
Jack Location ........................... .582
Jack Operation .......................... .581
Jump Starting ........................... .600
692 INDEX