2017 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN window

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through
the windshield. This number also appears stamped on the
right sliding door sill under the sill moulding and printed
on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to
a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.NOTE:It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may
lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
Vehicle Identification Number
Stamped VIN Location
6 INTRODUCTION

▫To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................25
▫ Cancel Remote Start ......................25
▫ To Turn Off The Engine While In Remote Start
Mode ................................25
▫ When To Reset Remote Start ................26
▫ General Information .....................26
 DOOR LOCKS ..........................26
▫ Manual Door Locks ......................26
▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ...........28
 WINDOWS .............................29
▫ Power Vent Windows — If Equipped .........29
▫ Power Windows ........................30
 SLIDING SIDE DOOR .....................33
▫ Power Sliding Side Door — If Equipped .......34
▫ Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock .......36
 LIFTGATE .............................38 ▫
Power Liftgate — If Equipped ..............39
 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ...........41
▫ Occupant Restraint Systems Features .........41
▫ Important Safety Precautions ...............42
▫ Seat Belt Systems .......................43
▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..........58
▫ Child Restraints ........................71
▫ Transporting Pets .......................91
 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .....92
 SAFETY TIPS ...........................92
▫ Transporting Passengers ...................92
▫ Exhaust Gas ...........................93
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ...............................93
▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle ...........................95
8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should
the battery in the vehicle or the key fob go dead. The
emergency key is also for locking the lower glove compart-
ment. You can keep the emergency key with you when
valet parking.
To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch at
the top of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then
pull the key out with your other hand.NOTE:You can insert the double-sided emergency key
into the lock cylinder with either side up.
Removing Key Fob From Ignition
Place the gear selector in PARK. Turn the key fob to the
OFF position and then remove the key fob.
NOTE: Power window switches will also remain active for
up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned
to OFF, depending upon the accessory delay setting. Open-
ing the front door will cancel this feature.
Key Fob
Emergency Key Removal
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic
transmission into PARK or the manual transmission
into FIRST gear or REVERSE, apply the parking
brake, turn the vehicle OFF, remove the key fob from
the ignition and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in a
vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear
selector.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children. A child could oper-
ate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always remove
the key from the ignition and lock all doors when
leaving the vehicle unattended.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key fob is in the
ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, a
chime will sound to remind you to remove the key.
NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when
the key fob is placed in the OFF or ACC ignition position.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized
vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does
not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic,
regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
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•Vehicle security alarm not active
• Ignition in Off position
WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monox-
ide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury
or death when inhaled.
• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other
controls could cause serious injury or death.
Remote Start Abort Messages
The following messages will display in the Instrument
Cluster Display if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits
remote start prematurely:
• Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset The Instrument Cluster Display message stays active until
the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the REMOTE START button on
the key fob twice within five seconds. The ve-
hicle doors will lock, the parking lights will flash,
and horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Then,
the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
• If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start
will automatically lock the doors.
• The park lights will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
• For security, power window and power sunroof opera-
tion (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the
Remote Start mode.
• The engine can be started two consecutive 15-minute
cycles with the key fob. However, the ignition switch
must be turned to the ON/RUN position.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

If the lock knob is rearward when you shut either side
sliding door, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not
inside the vehicle before closing the door.WARNING!
•For personal security and safety in the event of a
collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as
well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children. A child could oper-
ate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
Sliding Door Lock
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Power Door Locks — If Equipped
Power door lock switchesare located on each front
door trim panel. Use these switches to lock
or unlock
the doors.
If you push the power door lock switch while the key fob
is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power
locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally
locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key fob or
closing the door will allow the locks to operate. A chime
will sound if the key fob is in the ignition switch and a door
is open, as a reminder to remove the key fob. If you push the power door lock switch while the sliding
door is open, the sliding door will lock.
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when
the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The auto
door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your
authorized dealer per written request of the customer.
Please see your authorized dealer for service.
Driver Power Door Lock Switches
Front Passenger Power Door Switches
1 — Window Open/Close
2 — Power Door Locks
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Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit — If Equipped
The Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit feature unlocks
all of the vehicle doors when any door is opened. This will
occur only after the gear selector has been placed into the
PARK position, after the vehicle has been driven (the gear
selector has been placed out of the PARK position and all
doors closed).
The Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit feature will not
operate if there is any manual operation of the power door
locks (lock or unlock).
On vehicles equipped with the optional Instrument Cluster
Display, refer to “Instrument Cluster Display/Personal
Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:Use the Automatic Door Locks at 15 mph
(24 km/h) and Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit fea-
tures in accordance with local laws.
WINDOWS
Power Vent Windows — If Equipped
The Power Vent Window Switch located on the driver’s
door trim panel allows the driver to operate the two vent
windows from the driver’s seat.
Power Vent Window Switch Open/Close
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