2016 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN brake fluid

WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing underhood services, or immediately if
the “Brake System Warning Light” indicates system
failure.Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
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WARNING! (Continued)
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use Only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure
to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or perfor-
mance of your transmission. We recommend MOPAR
ATF+4 Fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3. If DOT 3 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid
+4, MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 663

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns
on. •
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system
turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions. 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 667

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

Anti-Lock Warning Light....................331
Appearance Care ........................ .640
Ashtray ............................... .276
Assistance Towing ........................ .160
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .492
Auto Down Power Windows ..................41
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................132
Automatic Door Locks ......................37
Automatic Headlights ..................... .223
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........448
Automatic Transmission ..............468, 638, 639
Adding Fluid ......................... .639
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................639
Fluid Change ......................... .639
Fluid Level Check ...................... .639
Fluid Type ........................ .638, 663
Gear Ranges .......................... .473
Special Additives ...................... .638
Torque Converter ...................... .480Auto Up Power Windows
....................41
Battery ............................ .319, 624
Charging System Light ...................319
Jump Starting ......................... .600
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........28
Saving Feature (Protection) ................229
Belts, Seat .............................. .120
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................627
B-Pillar Location ......................... .507
Brake Assist System ...................... .491
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............488
Brake Fluid ............................ .663
Brake System ........................ .488, 635
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .488
Fluid Check .......................... .636
Parking ............................. .485
Warning Light ........................ .317
Brake/T
ransmission Interlock .................470
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INDEX 685

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
690 INDEX

Key FobProgramming Additional Key Fobs ...........17
Programming Additional Transmitters .........17
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Entry System .......................20
Key, Replacement ..........................16
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................15
Lane Change Assist ....................... .228
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................59
Latches ............................... .123
Hood ............................... .220
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .536
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .123
Life Of Tires ............................ .522
Liftgate .................................51
Light Bulbs ............................. .122
Lights ............................. .122, 222AirBag ........................90, 120, 315
Automatic Headlights
....................223
Back-Up ............................. .658
Battery Saver ......................... .229
Brake Assist Warning ....................498
Brake Warning ........................ .317
Bulb Replacement ....................655, 657
Center Mounted Stop ....................659
Cruise .............................. .338
Daytime Running ...................... .224
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................225
Engine Temperature Warning ...............322
Exterior ............................. .122
Fog............................. .225, 658
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................567
Headlights ........................... .657
Headlights On Reminder ..................224
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............228
Illuminated Entry ........................19
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INDEX 693