2020 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN charging

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL95
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS) are also equipped with Electronic
Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of
an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn
on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to
the ABS system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be
checked by turning the ignition switch from the
OFF position to the ON/RUN position. The light
should illuminate for approximately two
seconds. The light should then turn off unless
the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is
detected. If the light does not illuminate, have
the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking
brake is applied with the ignition switch in the
ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake
application.Battery Charge Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when
the battery is not charging properly. If
it stays on while the engine is running,
there may be a malfunction with the
charging system. Contact an authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the
electrical system or a related component.
Door Open Warning Light — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when a
door is ajar/open and not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning
Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate a problem with the Electronic
Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a
problem is detected while the vehicle
is running, the light will either stay on or flash
depending on the nature of the problem. Cycle
the ignition when the vehicle is safely and
completely stopped and the transmission is placed in the PARK position. The light should
turn off. If the light remains on with the vehicle
running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized dealer for service
as soon as possible.
NOTE:
This light may turn on if the accelerator and
brake pedals are pressed at the same time.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is
running, immediate service is required and you
may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle, or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing. The light will come
on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as
a bulb check. If the light does not come on
during starting, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.
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220IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Jump Starting Procedure
Connecting The Jumper Cables

1. Connect the positive
(+) end of the jumper
cable to the positive (+)
post of the
discharged vehicle.

2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)
jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the
booster battery.
3. Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper
cable to the negative (-) post of the booster
battery. 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative
(-)
jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged
vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and
the fuel injection system.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle for a few
minutes, and then start the engine in the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence. Disconnecting The Jumper Cables

1. Disconnect the negative
(-)

end of the
jumper cable from the engine ground of
the vehicle with the discharged battery.

2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable from the negative (-) post of
the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the
jumper cable from the positive (+) post of
the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post
of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
If frequent jump starting is required to start your
vehicle, you should have the battery and
charging system inspected at an authorized
dealer.
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump starting procedure
could result in personal injury or property
damage due to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could
result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the discharged battery.
The resulting electrical spark could cause the
battery to explode and could result in
personal injury. Only use the specific ground
point, do not use any other exposed metal
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340MULTIMEDIA
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED

Remote Sound System Controls (Back View Of Steering
Wheel)

The remote sound system controls are located
on the rear surface of the steering wheel, at the
three and nine o'clock positions.
The right-hand rocker switch has a push-button
in the center, and controls the volume and
mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of
the rocker switch will increase the volume.
Pushing the bottom of the rocker switch will
decrease the volume. Pushing the center
button changes the operation of the radio from
AM to FM, or to CD mode. The left-hand rocker switch has a push-button in
the center. The function of the left-hand switch
is different, depending on which mode you are
in.
The following describes the left-hand rocker
switch operation in each mode.
Radio Operation
Pushing the top of the switch will Seek Up for
the next listenable station, and pushing the
bottom of the switch will Seek Down for the next
listenable station.
The button located in the center of the left-hand
switch will tune to the next preset station that
you have programmed in the radio preset
push-button.
CD Player
Pushing the top of the switch once will go to the
next track on the CD. Pushing the bottom of the
switch once will go to the beginning of the
current track, or to the beginning of the previous
track if it is within one second after the current
track begins to play.
If you push the switch up or down twice it plays
the second track; three times, it will play the
third, etc.The button in the center of the left-hand switch
has no function in this mode.
USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows a external USB device to be
plugged into the USB port, located in the glove
compartment. If equipped, there may also be
two USB ports located on the lower trim piece
right behind the driver’s sliding door that are for
charging devices only.
iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, iPod®
nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Some
iPod® software versions may not fully support
the iPod® control features. Please visit
Apple’s® website for software updates.
NOTE:
Connecting a consumer electronic audio device
to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate,
plays media, but does not use the MP3 control
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MULTIMEDIA341
Connecting The External USB Device
Use the connection cable to connect a external
USB device to the vehicle's USB connector port
which is located in the glove compartment.

USB Port

NOTE:
The glove compartment will have a position
where the consumer electronic audio device
cable can be routed through without damaging
the cable when closing the lid. This allows
routing of the cable without damaging it while
closing the lid. If a cut out is not available in the
glove compartment, route the cable away from
the lid latch and in a place that will allow the lid
to close without damaging the cable. Once the audio device is connected and
synchronized to the vehicle's USB/MP3 control
system (External USB device may take a few
minutes to connect), the audio device starts
charging and is ready for use by pushing radio
buttons.
NOTE:
If the audio device battery is completely
discharged, it may not communicate with the
USB/MP3 control system until a minimum
charge is attained. Leaving the audio device
connected to the USB/MP3 control system may
charge it to the required level.
Using This Feature
By using an external USB device to connect to
the USB port:
The audio device can be played on the
vehicle’s sound system, providing metadata
(artist, track title, album, etc.) information on
the radio display.
The audio device can be controlled using the
radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the
audio device’s contents.
The audio device battery charges when
plugged into the USB connector (if supported
by the specific audio device).
Controlling The External USB Device Using
Radio Buttons
To enter the AUX/USB/MP3 control mode and
access a connected audio device, either push
the Aux button on the radio faceplate or push
the VR button and say "USB" or "Switch to USB."
Once in the AUX/USB/MP3 control mode, audio
tracks (if available from audio device) start
playing over the vehicle's audio system.
Play Mode
When switched to AUX/USB/MP3 control mode,
the external USB device automatically starts
Play mode. In Play mode, the following buttons
on the radio faceplate may be used to control
the external USB device and display data:
Use the TUNE control knob to select the next
or previous track.
Turning it clockwise (forward) by one
click, while playing a track, skips to the
next track or push the Voice Recognition
(VR) button and say "Next Track".
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INDEX
A
About Your Brakes......................................... 266Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............... 240Adding Fuel.................................................... 181Adding Washing Fluid.................................... 232Additives, Fuel............................................... 268AdjustDown........................................................... 28Forward....................................................... 28Rearward..................................................... 28Up................................................................ 28Air Bag........................................................... 132Air Bag Operation...................................... 133Air Bag Warning Light................................ 131Driver Knee Air Bag................................... 134Enhanced Accident Response......... 138, 225Event Data Recorder (EDR)....................... 225If Deployment Occurs................................ 138Knee Impact Bolsters................................ 134Maintaining Your Air Bag System.............. 139Maintenance............................................. 139Side Air Bags............................................. 134Transporting Pets...................................... 159Air Bag Light..................................94, 131, 160Air Cleaner, Engine
(Engine Air Cleaner Filter).............................. 235
Air Conditioner Maintenance........................ 235Air Conditioner Refrigerant........................... 235Air Conditioner System................................. 235Air Conditioning................................................ 56Automatic Rear............................................ 51Rear............................................................. 45Air Conditioning Filter..............................58, 235Air Conditioning, Operating Tips....................... 57Air Filter........................................................ 235Air PressureTires......................................................... 253AlarmArm The System.......................................... 15Disarm The System..................................... 15Security Alarm............................................. 97Alterations/ModificationsVehicle........................................................... 8Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................. 240, 271Disposal................................................... 242Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)...................... 103Anti-Lock Warning Light................................... 97Ashtray............................................................. 78Assist, Hill Start............................................. 108Assistance Towing........................................ 312Automatic Dimming Mirror............................... 34Automatic Door Locks............................... 17, 18
Automatic Headlights.......................................38Automatic Transmission....................... 165, 244Adding Fluid..................................... 244, 274Fluid And Filter Change............................. 244Fluid Change............................................. 244Fluid Level Check............................. 243, 244Fluid Type........................................ 243, 274Gear Ranges............................................. 168Special Additives...................................... 244Torque Converter...................................... 172Axle Fluid....................................................... 274Axle Lubrication............................................ 274
B
Battery................................................... 95, 232Charging System Light.................................95Jump Starting........................................... 219Keyless Key Fob Replacement....................10Battery Saver Feature......................................39Belts, Seat.................................................... 160Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 237B-Pillar Location............................................ 249Brake Assist System..................................... 104Brake Control System, Electronic.................. 104Brake Fluid.................................................... 274

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