2017 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN battery

3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things willhappen:
• The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return
to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the igni-
tion or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s
OBD II system is not readyand you should notproceed
to the I/M station.
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off posi-
tion or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s
OBD II system is readyand you can proceed to the I/M
station.
If your OBD II system is not ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle
as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to
update. A recheck with the above test routine may then
indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail
your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine
running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine MOPAR parts for normal/scheduled main-
tenance and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the
designed performance. Damage or failures caused by the
use of non-MOPAR parts for maintenance and repairs will
not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel,
special tools, and equipment to perform all service opera-
tions in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available
which include detailed service information for your ve-
hicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any
procedure yourself.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control sys-
tems may void your warranty and could result in civil
penalties being assessed against you.
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic mainte-
nance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over
a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in
eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water. Refer to “Jump-Starting
Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for
further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame
or sparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster
battery or any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con-
tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to the
negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+)
and negative (-) and are identified on the battery
case. Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal
posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before
connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a
“fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner should
be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the
start of each warm season. This service should include
cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test.
Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time.
468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

FUSES
WARNING!
•When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro-
priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as
the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another
fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown
fuse with metal wires or any other material. Failure
to use proper fuses may result in serious personal
injury, fire and/or property damage.
• Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition is
off and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
• If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho-
rized dealer.
• If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air
bag system, braking system), power unit systems
(engine system, gearbox system) or steering system
blows, contact an authorized dealer.
Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the
engine compartment near the battery. Refer to the appli-
cable “Engine Compartment” illustration in this section.
This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A label that identifies each component may be printed or em-
bossed on the inside of the cover.
CAUTION!
•
When installing the Totally Integrated Power Mod-
ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do
so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power
Module, and possibly result in a electrical system
failure.
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Totally Integrated Power Module
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485

Cavity Cartridge FuseMini-FuseDescription
M37 –10 Amp Red Antilock Brakes, Stability Control, Stop Lamp,
Fuel Pump
M38 –25 Amp Clear Door Lock/Unlock Motors, Liftgate Lock/
Unlock Motors
The power windows are fused by a 25 Amp circuit breaker
located in the Totally Integrated Power Module.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days, you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may do the following:
• Remove the 60 Amp cartridge in the Totally Integrated
Power Module (TIPM) labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD).
• Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
• Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system
at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high
blower setting. This will ensure adequate system lubri-
cation to minimize the possibility of compressor damage
when the system is started again.
490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Maintenance Chart
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 501

Fluid And Filter Changes...................479
Fluid Change .......................... .479
Fluid Level Check ........................479
Fluid Type ..........................478, 498
Gear Ranges ............................348
Special Additives ........................ .478
Torque Converter ........................353
Auto Up Power Windows .....................31
Battery ...............................244, 468
Charging System Light ....................244
Jump Starting .......................... .448
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................21
Saving Feature (Protection) ..................177
Belts, Seat .................................93
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................470
B-Pillar Location .......................... .374
Brake Assist System ........................ .361
Brake Control System, Electronic ................359
Brake Fluid ...............................498
Brake System ..........................359, 476
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .359
Fluid Check ............................477
Parking ...............................357
Warning Light .......................... .243Brake/Transmission Interlock
..................346
Bulb Replacement ..........................492
Bulbs, Light ............................95, 491
Calibration, Compass ........................267
Camera, Rear ............................ .192
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .495
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .404
Power Steering ..........................356
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................475
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................93, 402
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ........................ .225
Car go

(Vehicle Loading) ..................... .219
Car Washes ...............................480
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............494
Certification Label ..........................406
Chains, Tire ............................. .388
Changing A Flat Tire ........................433
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .370
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .461
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ................92
Checks, Safety .............................92
Child Restraint .............................71
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INDEX 513

Lights On Reminder..................... .174
Passing ............................... .177
Replacing ............................. .492
Time Delay ............................ .173
Washers ...............................173
Head Restraints ............................147
Heated Mirrors ............................104
Heater ................................. .323
Heater, Engine Block ........................344
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .....176
Hill Start Assist ............................362
Hitches Trailer Towing ...........................411
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ...............197
Hood Release ............................ .170
Hook, Coat ...............................218
Ignition ..................................10
Key .................................9,10
Ignition Key Removal ........................10
Illuminated Entry ...........................15
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................11
Information Center, Vehicle ...................259
Inside Rearview Mirror ..................... .102
Instrument Cluster ..................... .237, 256Instrument Panel And Controls
.................236
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................483
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ...............485
Interior Appearance Care .....................482
Interior Lights ............................ .174
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ..............178
Introduction ................................4
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio ..............140, 300
Jack Location ............................ .433
Jack Operation ............................433
Jump Starting ............................ .448
Key Fob Programming Additional Key Fobs .............13
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....21
Key Fob, Remote Keyless Entry .................1
6
Key-In Reminder ............................11
Keyless Entry System ........................16
Key, Replacement ...........................12
Keys .....................................9
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................11
Lane Change Assist ........................ .176
518 INDEX

Lap/Shoulder Belts..........................44
Latches ..................................96
Hood .................................170
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .399
Leaks, Fluid ...............................96
Life Of Tires ............................. .387
Liftgate ..................................38
Light Bulbs ................................95
Lights ............................... .95, 172
AirBag ......................... .59, 93, 242
Automatic Headlights .....................173
Back-Up ...............................493
Battery Saver .......................... .177
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .366
Brake Warning ..........................243
Bulb Replacement .....................491, 492
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .494
Cruise ............................... .258
Daytime Running ........................174
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ..................174
Exterior ................................95
Fog ...............................174, 493
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................422
Headlights ............................ .492
Headlights On Reminder ...................174 High Beam/Low Beam Select
................176
Illuminated Entry .........................15
Interior ............................... .174
License ............................... .494
Lights On Reminder ..................... .174
Low Fuel ............................. .251
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........252
Park ............................. .256, 493
Passing ............................... .177
Reading ...............................194
Rear Servicing .......................... .493
Rear Tail Lamps ........................ .493
Seat Belt

Reminder .......................242
Security Alarm ..........................247
Service ............................ .491, 492
Side Marker ............................493
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .............254
Traction Control ........................ .366
Turn Signal .......................95, 256, 493
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .......256
Loading Vehicle .....................219, 406, 408
Capacities ............................. .408
Tires................................. .374
Load Leveling System .......................225
Locks ....................................26
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INDEX 519