2020 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN tow

32GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Head Restraints — Second Row Bench
The second row bench seat is equipped with
adjustable head restraints.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the
head restraint. To lower the head restraint,
push the adjustment button, located at the
base of the head restraint, and push downward.

Adjustment Button
To remove the head restraint, raise it as far as it
can go. Then, push the release button and the
adjustment button at the base of each post
while pulling the head restraint up. Seatback
angle may need to be adjusted to fully remove
the head restraint. To reinstall the head
restraint, put the head restraint posts into the
holes and push downward. Then, adjust the
head restraint to the appropriate height.
NOTE:
For child restraint tethering, refer to “Occupant
Restraint Systems” in “Safety” for further
information.
Head Restraints — Third Row
The outboard head restraints can be manually
folded forward for improved rearward visibility.
They are non-removable. Pull the release strap
to fold them forward.

Head Restraint Release Strap “1”

NOTE:
The head restraints must be raised manually
when occupying the third row.
Do not fold if there are passengers seated in
the third row seats.
1 — Release Button
2 — Adjustment Button
WARNING!
A loose head restraint thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could cause serious
injury or death to occupants of the vehicle.
Always securely stow removed head
restraints in a location outside the occu -
pant compartment.
ALL the head restraints MUST be rein -
stalled in the vehicle to properly protect the
occupants. Follow the re-installation
instructions above prior to operating the
vehicle or occupying a seat.

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The head restraint in the center position can be
raised and lowered for tether routing or height
adjustment. Refer to “Occupant Restraint
Systems” in “Safety” for further information.
NOTE:
To remove the center head restraint, raise it as
far as it can go. Then, push both the release
button and the adjustment button at the base of
each post while pulling the head restraint up. To
reinstall the head restraint, put the head
restraint posts into the holes and push
downward. Then, using the adjustment button,
adjust the head restraint to the appropriate
height.

Adjustment Button
Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Safety” for
further information.
STEERING WHEEL
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
This feature allows you to tilt the steering
column upward or downward. It also allows you
to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The
tilt/telescoping lever is located below the
steering wheel at the end of the steering
column.

Tilt/Telescoping Lever
To unlock the steering column, push the lever
downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering
column, move the steering wheel upward or
downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten
the steering column, pull the steering wheel
outward or push it inward as desired. To lock
the steering column in position, push the lever
upward until fully engaged.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while
driving. Adjusting the steering column while
driving or driving with the steering column
unlocked, could cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
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38GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If
Equipped
The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate
when the engine is started and the
transmission is in any gear except PARK. This
provides a constant "lights on" condition until
the ignition is placed in the OFF position. The
lights illuminate at less than half of normal
intensity. If the parking brake is applied, the
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will turn off.
Also, if a turn signal is activated, the DRL lamp
on the same side of the vehicle may turn off for
the duration of the turn signal activation. Once
the turn signal is no longer active, the DRL lamp
will illuminate.
High/Low Beam Switch
Push the multifunction lever toward the
instrument panel to switch the headlights to
high beams. Pulling the multifunction lever
back toward the steering wheel will return the
lights to low beams.
Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your
headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction
lever toward you. This will cause the high beam
headlights to turn on, and remain on, until the
lever is released.
Automatic Headlights
This system automatically turns the headlights
on or off according to ambient light levels. To
turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch
counterclockwise to the AUTO position. When
the system is on, the headlight time delay
feature is also on. This means the headlights
will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you place
the ignition into the OFF position. The headlight
time delay can be programmed to 0, 30, 60, or
90 seconds. Refer to “Headlight Delay” in this
section for further information.
To turn the automatic system off, move the
headlight switch out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running before the
headlights 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 instrument cluster
display. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in
“Getting To Know 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, place the ignition
in the OFF position while the headlights are still
on. Then turn off the headlights within 45
seconds. The 90 second delay interval begins
when the headlight switch is turned off. If the
headlights or parking lights are turned back on
or the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the delay will be cancelled.

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42GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper when weather
conditions make a single wiping cycle with a
variable pause between cycles desirable.
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the
first detent position, and then turn the end of
the lever to select the desired delay interval.
There are five delay settings, which allow you to
regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of
one cycle every second to a maximum of
approximately 36 seconds between cycles. The
delay intervals will double in duration when the
vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Windshield Washers
To use the windshield 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 interval 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 center ring of the wiper lever to the
first detent activates the rear intermittent
wipers. To activate the washers, rotate the
center ring fully forward and the washers will
spray until the ring is released, and then
resume the intermittent interval.
NOTE:
Rear window wipers function in the intermittent
wiper speed only.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control system allows you to
regulate the temperature, air flow, and direction
of air circulating throughout the vehicle. The
controls are located on the touchscreen (if
equipped) and on the instrument panel below
the radio.
Manual Climate Control Overview
The air conditioning and heating system is
designed to make you comfortable in all types
of weather.

Manual Temperature Controls

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Using the above ways:
When the liftgate is fully closed, the liftgate
will open
When the liftgate is fully open, the liftgate will
close
When the liftgate is moving, the liftgate will
reverse
Push the Power Liftgate button on the overhead
console to open or close the liftgate.
Push the liftgate button on the key fob twice
within five seconds to open or close the liftgate.

Overhead Console Power Switches

Cargo Area Features
Cargo Area Storage
The liftgate sill plate has a raised line with the
statement “Load To This Line”. This line
indicates how far rearward cargo can be placed
without interfering with liftgate closing.
Rear Cargo Area Loading Limit

NOTE:
With all rear seats stowed or removed, 4 x 8 foot
sheets of building material will fit on the vehicle
floor with the liftgate closed. The front seats
must be moved slightly forward of the rearmost
position.
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The automatic load leveling system will provide
a level-riding vehicle under most passenger and
cargo loading conditions.
A hydraulic pump contained within the shock
absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the
correct height. It takes approximately 1 mile
(1.6 km) of driving for the leveling to complete
depending on road surface conditions.
If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approxi-
mately 15 hours, the leveling system will bleed
itself down. The vehicle must be driven to reset
the system.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
HomeLink® replaces up to three remote
controls (hand-held transmitters) that operate
devices such as garage door openers,
motorized gates, lighting or home security
systems. The HomeLink® unit operates off your
vehicle’s battery.
1 — Left Sliding Door
2 — Liftgate
3 — Right Sliding Door
4 — Sliding Door Power Off
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76GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
One outlet in the removable floor console
(if equipped) shares a fuse with the lower outlet
in the instrument panel and is also connected
to the battery. Do not exceed a maximum power
of 160 Watts (13 Amps) shared between the
lower panel outlet and the removable floor
console outlet.

Removable Console Power Outlet

On vehicles equipped, center console power
outlets are located under the retractable cover.
To access the power outlets push down on the
cover and slide it toward the instrument panel.
Center Console Power Outlets

There is an additional 12 Volt power outlet
located on the left rear trim panel immediately
behind the second row left passenger seat.

Rear Panel Power Outlet
The outlet in the rear quarter panel near the
liftgate and the upper outlet in the instrument
panel are both controlled by the ignition switch.
Each of these outlets can support 160 Watts
(13 Amps). Do not exceed 160 Watts (13 Amps)
for each of these outlets.
The power outlets include tethered caps,
labeled with a key or battery symbol indicating
the power source. The power outlet, located on
the lower instrument panel, is powered directly
from the battery. Items plugged into this power
outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent
the engine from starting.
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Only devices designed for use in this type of
outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt
outlet.
Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use and while
driving the vehicle.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.

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ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars on your vehicle are delivered
stowed within the roof rack side rails. If adding
cargo, deploy the crossbars. Distribute cargo
weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars, to
maximum of 150 lbs (68 kg). The roof rack does
not increase the total load carrying capacity of
the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack
does not exceed the maximum vehicle load
capacity.

Crossbar Stowed In Side Rail

The crossbars and side rails are designed to
carry weight on vehicles equipped with a
luggage rack. The load must not exceed 150 lbs
(68 kg), and should be uniformly distributed
over the luggage rack crossbars. NOTE:Crossbars are error-proofed and cannot be
deployed or stowed in the incorrect positions.
To help control wind noise, stow the cross
-
bars in the side rails when they are not in use.
Deploying The Crossbars
To deploy the crossbars, completely loosen the
thumb screws at both ends of the crossbar and
lift the crossbar from its stowed position in the
side rail. Repeat with crossbar on the opposite
side.

Loosening Crossbars
Bend the crossbar supports at each end, taking
care to keep hand clear of pivoting joint. Slide
the thumb screw down.

Stowed Position
Deployed Position

Then, position the crossbars across the roof.
CAUTION!
Use care when removing and handling the
crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle.
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80GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE:
The crossbars are identical and can be placed
in any two of the three deploy positions.

Deploy Positions – Choose Two Of Three

Make sure the directional arrows on the
crossbars align with the directional arrows on
the side rails. Set the crossbars into the
deployed positions.
Crossbar To Side Rail Installation

Once the crossbars are set into position, tighten
the thumb screws completely.

Tightening Crossbar
Stowing The Crossbars
Reverse the procedure to stow the crossbars,
again, taking care to keep hand clear of pivoting
joint. Crossbars are identical and can be stowed
in either rail nest. Once the crossbars are
stowed, tighten the thumb screws completely.
NOTE:
Load should always be secured to crossbars
first, with rail tie down loops used as additional
securing points if needed. Tie loops are
intended as supplementary tie down points
only. Do not use ratcheting mechanisms with
the tie loops.
Rail Tie Loops

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