2020 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN run flat

224IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to
prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow
bars and other equipment designed for this
purpose, following equipment manufacturer’s
instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory.
Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to
bumpers or associated brackets. State and
local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be
observed. If you must use the accessories (wipers,
defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition
must be in the ON/RUN mode, not the ACC
mode.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle's
battery is discharged, refer to "Gear Selector
Override" in this section for instructions on
shifting the transmission out of PARK for
towing.
Towing Condition
Wheels OFF The GroundALL MODELS
Flat Tow NONEIf transmission is operable:
Transmission in NEUTRAL
25 mph (40 km/h) max speed
15 miles (24 km) max distance
Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow
Rear
Front
OK
Flatbed ALLBEST METHOD
CAUTION!
Do not use sling type equipment when
towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
When securing the vehicle to a flatbed
truck, do not attach to front or rear suspen-
sion components. Damage to your vehicle
may result from improper towing.
Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia
and transmission may result.

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254SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Radial Ply Tires
Tire Repair
If your tire becomes damaged, it may be
repaired if it meets the following criteria:
The tire has not been driven on when flat.
The damage is only on the tread section of
your tire (sidewall damage is not repairable).
The puncture is no greater than a ¼ of an
inch (6 mm).
Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs
and additional information. Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that
have experienced a loss of pressure should be
replaced immediately with another Run Flat tire
of identical size and service description (Load
Index and Speed Symbol). Replace the tire
pressure sensor as well as it is not designed to
be reused.
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive
50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a
rapid loss of inflation pressure. This rapid loss
of inflation is referred to as the Run Flat mode.
A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire inflation
pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a
Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has
limited driving capabilities and needs to be
replaced immediately. A Run Flat tire is not
repairable. When a run flat tire is changed after
driving with underinflated tire condition, please
replace the TPM sensor as it is not designed to
be reused when driven under run flat mode
14 psi (96 kPa) condition.
NOTE:
TPM Sensor must be replaced after driving the
vehicle on a flat tire condition.It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded
at full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in
the run flat mode.
See the tire pressure monitoring section for
more information.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice
conditions, do not spin your vehicle's wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than
30 seconds continuously without stopping.
Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “In Case Of
Emergency” for further information.
WARNING!
Combining radial ply tires with other types of
tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to
handle poorly. The instability could cause a
collision. Always use radial ply tires in sets of
four. Never combine them with other types of
tires.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces
generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph
(48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds
continuously when you are stuck, and do not
let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter
what the speed.

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262SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Temperature Grades
The Temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat, when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause
the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a
level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance
on the laboratory test wheel, than the
minimum required by law.
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 Igni
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tion-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
lubrication to minimize the possibility of
compressor damage when the system is
started again.
BODYWORK
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
Vehicle body care requirements vary according
to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals
that make roads passable in snow and ice and
those that are sprayed on trees and road
surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside
parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne
contaminants, road surfaces on which the
vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather
and other extreme conditions will have an
adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and
underbody protection.
The following maintenance recommendations
will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from
the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly inflated
and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
under-inflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.

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Brake System
...................................... 242, 266Anti-Lock (ABS).......................................... 266Fluid Check..................................... 243, 274Parking...................................................... 164Warning Light.............................................. 94Brake/Transmission Interlock....................... 166Bulb Replacement......................................... 194Bulbs, Light.......................................... 161, 194
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Calibration Compass
..................................................... 89Camera, Rear................................................ 179Capacities, Fluid............................................ 271Caps, FillerOil (Engine)................................................ 231Power Steering.......................................... 173Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 241Car Washes................................................... 263Carbon Monoxide Warning.................. 159, 270CargoVehicle Loading........................................... 63Cargo Area Cover............................................. 63Cargo Compartment........................................ 63Luggage Carrier........................................... 79Cellular Phone..................................... 304, 359Center High Mounted Stop Light...................197Certification Label......................................... 182Chains, Tire.................................................... 260Change Oil Indicator........................................ 87
Changing A Flat Tire............................. 202, 244Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 246Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)......................... 102Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 159Checks, Safety.............................................. 159Child Restraint.............................................. 141Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 144Child Seat Installation..................... 153, 155How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt.... 152Infant And Child Restraints....................... 142Locating The LATCH Anchorages.............. 149Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.. 146Older Children And Child Restraints......... 143Seating Positions...................................... 145Using The Top Tether Anchorage.............. 157Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 268CleaningWheels..................................................... 259Climate Control................................................ 42Automatic.................................................... 48Manual........................................................ 42Coat Hook........................................................ 73Cold Weather Operation............................... 163Compact Spare Tire...................................... 257Compass.......................................................... 88Calibration................................................... 89Variance...................................................... 89Computer, Trip/Travel............................... 87, 93
Console............................................................69Floor............................................................69Console, Overhead...........................................71Contract, Service........................................... 365Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 241Cooling System............................................. 239Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 240Cooling Capacity....................................... 271Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 242Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 240Inspection................................................. 240Points To Remember................................ 242Pressure Cap............................................ 241Radiator Cap............................................. 241Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze).............................240, 271, 272Corrosion Protection..................................... 262Cruise Light................................................... 100Cupholders............................................. 73, 265Customer Assistance.................................... 364Cybersecurity................................................ 275
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Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights..................41Daytime Running Lights............................37, 38Dealer Service............................................... 233Defroster, Windshield................................... 160Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..............................42Diagnostic System, Onboard......................... 101
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