2020 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN cruise control

174STARTING AND OPERATING
To Activate
Push the on/off button. The Cruise Indicator
Light in the instrument cluster display will
illuminate. To turn the system off, push the
on/off button a second time. The Cruise
Indicator Light will turn off. The system should
be turned off when not in use.
To Set A Desired Speed
Turn the Speed Control on. When the vehicle
has reached the desired speed, push the SET (-)
button and release. Release the accelerator
and the vehicle will operate at the selected
speed.
NOTE:
The vehicle should be traveling at a steady
speed and on level ground before pushing the
SET (-) button.
To Vary The Speed Setting
To Increase Speed
When the Speed Control is set, you can increase
speed by pushing the RES (+) button.
The driver’s preferred units can be selected
through the instrument panel settings (if
equipped). Refer to “Getting To Know Your
Instrument Panel” for more information. The
speed increment shown is dependent on the
chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric
(km/h):
U.S. Speed (mph)
Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in
a 1 mph increase in set speed. Each subse -
quent tap of the button results in an increase
of 1 mph.
If the button is continually pushed, the set
speed will continue to increase until the
button is released, then the new set speed
will be established.
Metric Speed (km/h)
Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in
a 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each subse -
quent tap of the button results in an increase
of 1 km/h.
If the button is continually pushed, the set
speed will continue to increase until the
button is released, then the new set speed
will be established.
To Decrease Speed
When the Speed Control is set, you can
decrease speed by pushing the SET (-) button.
The driver’s preferred units can be selected
through the instrument panel settings (if
equipped). Refer to “Getting To Know Your
Instrument Panel” for more information. The
speed decrement shown is dependent on the
chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric
(km/h):
U.S. Speed (mph)
Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in
a 1 mph decrease in set speed. Each subse -
quent tap of the button results in a decrease
of 1 mph.
If the button is continually pushed, the set
speed will continue to decrease until the
button is released, then the new set speed
will be established.
WARNING!
Leaving the Speed Control system on when
not in use is dangerous. You could
accidentally set the system or cause it to go
faster than you want. You could lose control
and have an accident. Always leave the
system off when you are not using it.

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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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Dimmer Switch Headlight
.............................................. 37, 38DipsticksAutomatic Transmission............................ 244Oil (Engine)................................................ 232Power Steering.......................................... 173Disabled Vehicle Towing................................ 224DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)....................... 242Door Ajar................................................... 95, 96Door Ajar Light.......................................... 95, 96Door LocksAutomatic.................................................... 17Doors............................................................... 16Driver’s Seat Back Tilt..................................... 20DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water
......................................... 192DVD Player (Video Entertainment System).... 344
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Economy (Fuel) Mode.................................... 167Electric Brake Control System....................... 104Anti-Lock Brake System............................. 103Traction Control System............................ 109Electric Remote Mirrors................................... 36Electrical Power Outlets................................... 75Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 173
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).................. 105Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light......... 95Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck..................... 223Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 194Jacking................................... 202, 206, 244Jump Starting........................................... 219Emission Control System Maintenance........ 102Engine........................................................... 231Air Cleaner................................................ 235Block Heater............................................. 163Break-In Recommendations..................... 163Checking Oil Level.................................... 232Compartment........................................... 231Compartment Identification...................... 231Coolant (Antifreeze).................................. 272Cooling..................................................... 239Exhaust Gas Caution....................... 159, 270Fails To Start............................................ 163Flooded, Starting...................................... 163Oil........................................... 233, 271, 272Oil Filler Cap............................................. 231Oil Filter.................................................... 234Oil Selection.................................... 233, 271Oil Synthetic............................................. 234Overheating.............................................. 221Starting..................................................... 162
Engine Oil Viscosity....................................... 234Engine Oil Viscosity Chart.............................. 234Enhanced Accident Response
Feature................................................ 138, 225Ethanol.......................................................... 268Exhaust Gas Cautions.......................... 159, 270Exhaust System................................... 159, 238Exterior Lighting...............................................37Exterior Lights............................... 37, 161, 194
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FiltersAir Cleaner
................................................ 235Air Conditioning................................. 58, 235Engine Oil........................................ 234, 272Engine Oil Disposal................................... 234FlashersHazard Warning........................................ 194Turn Signals............37, 100, 161, 196, 197Flash-To-Pass............................................ 37, 38Flooded Engine Starting................................ 163Floor Console...................................................69Fluid Capacities............................................ 271Fluid Leaks.................................................... 161Fluid Level ChecksAutomatic Transmission........................... 244Brake........................................................ 243Power Steering......................................... 173

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Jack Location
................................................. 203Jack Operation..................................... 202, 244Jump Starting................................................ 219
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Key Fob Arm The Alarm
............................................. 15Disarm The Alarm........................................ 15Programming Additional Key Fobs....... 10, 14Key Fob Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry)................................... 10Key Fob Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry)................................... 10Keys................................................................... 9Replacement............................................... 14
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Lane Change And Turn Signals........................ 37Lane Change Assist.................................. 37, 39Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 121Latches.......................................................... 161Hood........................................................... 61Leaks, Fluid................................................... 161Life Of Tires................................................... 255Liftgate............................................................ 62Closing........................................................ 62Opening....................................................... 62Light Bulbs..................................................... 161
Lights............................................................ 161Air Bag...................................... 94, 131, 160Automatic Headlights.................................. 38Back-Up.................................................... 197Battery Saver............................................... 39Brake Assist Warning............................... 107Brake Warning............................................. 94Bulb Replacement.................................... 194Center Mounted Stop............................... 197Cruise....................................................... 100Daytime Running.................................. 37, 38Dimmer Switch, Headlight.................... 37, 38Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator.................................................. 96Exterior..................................................... 161Fog.....................................................39, 196Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 194Headlights..........................................37, 196Headlights On Reminder............................. 39High Beam................................................... 38High Beam/Low Beam Select............... 37, 38Instrument Cluster....................................... 37Interior......................................................... 39License..................................................... 197Lights On Reminder.............................. 37, 39Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).......... 98Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)............. 41Park................................................. 100, 196Passing................................................. 37, 38Reading....................................................... 39
Rear Servicing.......................................... 197Rear Tail Lamps........................................ 197Seat Belt Reminder.....................................96Security Alarm.............................................97Service...................................................... 194Side Marker.............................................. 197Traction Control........................................ 107Turn Signals............37, 100, 161, 196, 197Warning Instrument Cluster
Descriptions....................................... 96, 100Load Leveling System......................................63Loading Vehicle...................................... 63, 182Tires.......................................................... 249LocksAutomatic Door............................................17Low Tire Pressure System............................. 115Lubrication, Body.......................................... 237Lug Nuts/Bolts.............................................. 266Luggage Carrier................................................79
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Maintenance Free Battery............................ 232Maintenance Schedule................................. 226Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)....................................... 98, 102ManualService...................................................... 367Map/Reading Lights........................................39Media Hub.................................................... 340Methanol....................................................... 268

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Specifications Fuel (Gasoline)
.......................................... 272Oil.............................................................. 272Speed ControlAccel/Decel............................................... 175Cancel....................................................... 175Resume..................................................... 175Speed Control (Cruise Control)...................... 173Starting.......................................................... 162Button......................................................... 11Cold Weather............................................ 163Engine Fails To Start................................. 163Starting And Operating.................................. 162Starting Procedures....................................... 162SteeringPower.............................................. 172, 173Tilt Column.................................................. 33Wheel, Heated...................................... 33, 34Wheel, Tilt................................................... 33Steering Wheel Audio Controls...................... 340Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls......................................................... 340Storage............................................................ 68Storage Bin...................................................... 68Storage, Vehicle...................................... 57, 262Storing Your Vehicle...................................... 262Stow ‘n Go (Fold In Floor) Seats....................... 21Stuck, Freeing............................................... 223Sunglasses Storage......................................... 78Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag..... 132
Sway Control, Trailer..................................... 109Synthetic Engine Oil...................................... 234
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Telescoping Steering Column.......................... 33Tilt Steering Column........................................ 33Time DelayHeadlight..................................................... 37Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 249Tire Markings................................................ 245Tire Safety Information................................. 245Tire Service Kit.............................................. 212Tires...................................161, 252, 257, 261Aging (Life Of Tires).................................. 255Air Pressure.............................................. 252Chains...................................................... 260Changing......................................... 202, 244Compact Spare......................................... 257General Information........................ 252, 257High Speed............................................... 253Inflation Pressure..................................... 253Jacking................................... 202, 206, 244Life Of Tires.............................................. 255Load Capacity........................................... 249Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..98, 115Quality Grading......................................... 261Radial....................................................... 254Replacement............................................ 255Rotation.................................................... 261Safety.............................................. 245, 252
Sizes......................................................... 246Snow Tires................................................ 257Spare Tires.............................205, 257, 258Spinning................................................... 254Trailer Towing........................................... 188Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 255Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 266To Open Hood..................................................61Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 186Torque Converter Clutch............................... 172Towing........................................................... 18324-Hour Towing Assistance...................... 312Disabled Vehicle....................................... 224Guide........................................................ 186Recreational............................................. 191Weight...................................................... 186Towing Assistance......................................... 312Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 191Traction......................................................... 192Traction Control............................................ 109Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 109Trailer Towing................................................ 183Cooling System Tips.................................. 190Hitches..................................................... 184Minimum Requirements........................... 187Tips........................................................... 189Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 186Wiring....................................................... 189Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 186Trailer Weight................................................ 186
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