2016 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN windshield wipers

▫Memory Position Recall .................218
▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory
Seat Only) .......................... .219
 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........220
 LIGHTS ............................ .222
▫ Headlight Switch ..................... .222
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......223
▫ Headlights On With Wipers — If Equipped . . .223
▫ Headlight Delay — If Equipped ...........223
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................224
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .....224
▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped ...........225
▫ Dimmer Controls .....................225 ▫
Multifunction Lever ....................227
▫ Turn Signals ........................ .228
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................228
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ................228
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... .229
▫ Battery Protection .....................229
 WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS .......229
▫ Intermittent Wiper System ...............230
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation .............230
▫ Windshield Washers ....................231
▫ Mist Feature ........................ .231
▫ Rear Wiper And Washer .................231
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........231
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Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
This system automatically turns your headlights on or off
based on ambient light levels. To turn the system on, turn
the headlight switch to the extreme counterclockwise
position aligning the indicator with the AUTO on the
headlight switch. When the system is on, the Headlight
Time Delay feature is also on. This means your headlights
will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you turn the
ignition switch OFF. To turn the Automatic System off,
turn the headlight switch clockwise to the O (OFF)
position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come on in the Automatic mode.
Headlights On With Wipers — If Equipped
When your headlights are in the AUTO mode and the
engine is running, the headlights will automatically turn
on when the wiper system is also turned on. Headlights on when windshield wipers are on may be found on
vehicles equipped with an automatic headlight system.
NOTE:
The Headlights with Wipers feature can be
turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC) — if equipped. Refer to “Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer Program-
mable Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
Headlight Delay — If Equipped
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for up to 90 seconds after exiting your vehicle.
To activate the delay feature, turn OFF the ignition switch
while the headlights are still on. Then turn off the
headlights within 45 seconds. The 90 second delay inter-
val begins when headlight switch is turned off. If the
headlights or parking lights are turned back on or the
ignition switch is turned ON, the delay will be cancelled.
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Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This
will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and
remain on until the lever is released.
Battery Protection
This feature provides battery protection to avoid wearing
down the battery if the headlights, parking lights, or
front fog lights are left on for extended periods of time
when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. After
eight minutes of the ignition switch being in the LOCK
position and the headlight switch in any position other
than OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically
until the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight
switch.
The battery protection feature will be disabled if the
ignition switch is turned to any other position other than
LOCK during the eight minute delay.
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch within
the multifunction lever. Rotate the end of the multifunc-
tion lever to select the desired wiper speed.
Washer And Wiper Controls
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Windshield Washers
To use the Washer, push on the end of the lever to the
second detent and hold while spray is desired. If the lever
is pushed while on the intermittent setting, the wipers
will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the
lever is released, and then resume the intermittent inter-
val previously selected. If the lever is pushed while the
wipers are in the off position, the wipers will operate
several wipe cycles, then turn off.
Mist Feature
Push the end of the multifunction lever inward (toward
the steering column) to the first detent and release for a
single wiping cycle.
NOTE:The mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the
windshield. The wash function must be used in order to
spray the windshield with washer fluid.
Rear Wiper And Washer
Rotating the rotary ring to the first detent activates the
rear intermittent wipers. To activate the washers, rotate
the rotary ring fully forward and the washers will spray
until the ring is released, and then resume the intermit-
tent interval.
NOTE: Rear window wipers function in the intermittent
wiper speed only.
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
This feature senses moisture on the windshield and
automatically activates the wipers for the driver. This
feature is especially useful for road splash or overspray
from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate
the end of the multifunction lever to one of the five
intermittent wiper sensitivity settings to activate this
feature.
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showing the system has been activated or the check-mark
is removed showing the system has been deactivated.
Automatic High Beams — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights
will deactivate automatically under certain conditions. To
make your selection, push and release the RIGHT button
until a check-mark appears next to the feature showing
the system has been activated or the check-mark is
removed showing the system has been deactivated.
Headlamp Off Delay
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, scroll
up or down until the preferred setting is highlighted,
then push and release the RIGHT button until a check-
mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting
has been selected.
Headlamps With Wipers (Available With Auto
Headlights Only)
When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The
headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned
off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your
selection, push and release the RIGHT button until a
check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that the
setting has been selected.
NOTE:Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The
Features Of Your Vehicle.”
Intermittent Wiper Options — If Equipped
When ON is selected, the system will automatically
activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on
the windshield. To make your selection, push and release
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should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching
components to ensure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the engine
compartment and should be checked at regular intervals.
628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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
688 INDEX

Rear Vent..............................38
Windshield Defroster ...................... .121
Windshield Washers ....................229, 628
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................628
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................628
Wipers, Intermittent ....................229, 230
Zone Control (Temperature Control) ............440
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