2020 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN gas type

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................. 226Maintenance Plan......................................227
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................. 231
Engine Compartment — 3.6L ....................231
Checking Oil Level......................................232
Adding Washer Fluid .................................232
Maintenance-Free Battery .......................232
Pressure Washing ......................................233
DEALER SERVICE .............................................. 233
Engine Oil .................................................. 233Engine Oil Filter ..........................................234Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...........................235
Air Conditioner Maintenance ...................235Accessory Drive Belt Inspection................236Body Lubrication ........................................237
Windshield Wiper Blades ..........................238
Exhaust System ........................................238
Cooling System ..........................................239Brake System ............................................242
Automatic Transmission ............................243
RAISING THE VEHICLE ...................................... 244
TIRES ................................................................... 245
Tire Safety Information .............................245Tires — General Information .....................252Tire Types ...................................................256
Spare Tires — If Equipped .........................257
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ....................259
Tire Chains and Traction Devices ............260
Tire Rotation Recommendations .............261 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................. 261
Treadwear .................................................. 261
Traction Grades ......................................... 261
Temperature Grades ................................. 262
VEHICLE STORAGE .............................................262
BODYWORK ........................................................ 262
Protection From Atmospheric Agents....... 262
Body And Underbody Maintenance .......... 263Preserving The Bodywork .......................... 263
INTERIORS ......................................................... 264
Seats And Fabric Parts .............................. 264
Plastic And Coated Parts ........................... 264
Glass Surfaces .......................................... 265Cleaning The Instrument Panel
Cupholders ................................................. 265
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
IDENTIFICATION DATA .......................................266
Vehicle Identification Number .................. 266
BRAKE SYSTEM .................................................. 266
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................ 266
Torque Specifications ................................ 266
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ......................................267
3.6L Engine ................................................ 267
Reformulated Gasoline ............................ 268
Materials Added To Fuel ........................... 268
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..................... 268 Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel
Vehicles ...................................................... 269 CNG And LP Fuel System
Modifications ............................................. 269 MMT In Gasoline........................................ 269
Fuel System Cautions................................ 270
Carbon Monoxide Warnings...................... 270
FLUID CAPACITIES ............................................ 271
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................................ 272
Engine ........................................................ 272
Chassis ....................................................... 274
MULTIMEDIA
CYBERSECURITY ............................................... 275
SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION .......... 276Safety Guidelines....................................... 276
RADIO 430/430 NAV........................................ 277
General Handling....................................... 277
Getting Started .......................................... 279
Radio Mode ................................................ 281
Media Mode ............................................... 286
Remote Devices......................................... 299Uconnect Phone— If Equipped ................. 304
Navigation — If Equipped .......................... 317
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED .......................................................... 340
Radio Operation......................................... 340CD Player.................................................... 340

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134SAFETY
On the other hand, depending on the type and
location of impact, front air bags may deploy in
crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but
that produce a severe initial deceleration.
Because air bag sensors measure vehicle
deceleration over time, vehicle speed and
damage by themselves are not good indicators
of whether or not an air bag should have
deployed.
Seat belts are necessary for your protection in
all collisions, and also are needed to help keep
you in position, away from an inflating air bag.
When the ORC detects a collision requiring the
front air bags, it signals the inflator units. A large
quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate
the front air bags.
The steering wheel hub trim cover and the
upper passenger side of the instrument panel
separate and fold out of the way as the air bags
inflate to their full size. The front air bags fully
inflate in less time than it takes to blink your
eyes. The front air bags then quickly deflate
while helping to restrain the driver and front
passenger.Knee Impact Bolsters
The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the
knees of the driver and front passenger, and
position the front occupants for improved
interaction with the front air bags.
Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental
Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument
panel below the steering column. The Supple -
mental Driver Knee Air Bag provides enhanced
protection during a frontal impact by working
together with the seat belts, pretensioners, and
front air bags.
Supplemental Side Air Bags
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags
(SABs)
This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental
Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs).
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags
(SABs) are located in the outboard side of the
front seats. The SABs are marked with “SRS
AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” on a label or on the seat
trim on the outboard side of the seats.
The SABs may help to reduce the risk of
occupant injury during certain side impacts, in
addition to the injury reduction potential
provided by the seat belts and body structure.

Front Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag

WARNING!
Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee
impact bolsters in any way.
Do not mount any accessories to the knee
impact bolsters such as alarm lights,
stereos, citizen band radios, etc.

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242SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Disposal Of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based coolant (antifreeze)
is a regulated substance requiring proper
disposal. Check with your local authorities to
determine the disposal rules for your
community. To prevent ingestion by animals or
children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
coolant in open containers or allow it to remain
in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child
or pet, seek emergency assistance
immediately. Clean up any ground spills
immediately.
Points To Remember
NOTE:
When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor
coming from the front of the engine
compartment. This is normally a result of
moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity
accumulating on the radiator and being
vaporized when the thermostat opens, allowing
hot engine coolant (antifreeze) to enter the
radiator. If an examination of your engine compartment
shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks,
the vehicle may be safely driven. The vapor will
soon dissipate.
Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator
and in the coolant expansion bottle. If engine
coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, the
contents of the coolant expansion bottle
must also be protected against freezing.
If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) addi-
tions are required, the cooling system should
be pressure tested for leaks.
Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concen
-
tration at a minimum of 50% OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032) and distilled
water for proper corrosion protection of your
engine which contains aluminum
components.
Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle
overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your
vehicle is equipped with air conditioning,
keep the front of the condenser clean.
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or
Winter operation. If replacement is ever
necessary, install ONLY the correct type ther -
mostat. Other designs may result in unsatis -
factory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and
increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to ensure brake system performance,
all brake system components should be
inspected periodically. Refer to the
“Maintenance Plan” in this section for the
proper maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure
and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot
resting or riding on the brake pedal can result
in abnormally high brake temperatures,
excessive lining wear, and possible brake
damage. You would not have your full braking
capacity in an emergency.

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