2005 Dodge Caravan Owner's Manual
2005 Dodge Caravan Manual
2005 Dodge Caravan manual content summary:
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SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ...3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...85 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...195 STARTING AND OPERATING ...301 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...365 MAINTAINING YOUR - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 2
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ...4 How To Use This Manual ...4 Warnings And Cautions ...6 Vehicle Identification Number ...6 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations ...7 1 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 4
these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopar parts, and is interested in your satisfaction. WARNING! Engine - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 5
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which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle and optional equipment. Vehicle Identification Number NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN plate. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 7
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 8
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Removal ...12 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ...13 Sentry Key ...13 ▫ Replacement Keys ...15 ▫ Customer Key Programming ...15 ▫ General Information ...16 Illuminated Entry System - If Equipped ...16 Door Locks ...17 ▫ Manual ...23 ▫ General Information ...25 ▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...25 2 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 10
/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure ...49 ▫ Center Lap Belts ...51 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ...51 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) ...52 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ...53 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ...53 ▫ Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) - Airbags - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 11
Restraining Infants And Small Children With Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only) ...79 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...82 Safety Tips ...83 ▫ Exhaust Gas ...83 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ...83 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle ...84 2 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 12
the key to the OFF position, then the LOCK position. Remove the key. Vehicle Key You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with either side up. The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can Ignition Key Position - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 13
: The power window switches, radio, power outlets, and removable console (if equipped), will remain active for up to 45 to remove the key. SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthorized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine. The system will shut the engine off after - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 14
in the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible. NOTE: • The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. • Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass,™ additional - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 15
number is required for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys remove the first key. 3. Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition switch ON within 15 seconds. After ten seconds a chime will sound and the Theft Alarm Light - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 16
10 seconds a single chime will sound. The Theft Alarm Light will stop flashing, turn on for 3 seconds; then turn service to be reprogrammed. General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 17
overhead console, door courtesy and liftgate lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the interior lights ON position (extreme top position). • The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the "defeat" position (extreme downward position). DOOR LOCKS Manual Door - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 18
of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 19
operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. A ON/OFF four times ending in the OFF position. (do not start the engine) 3. Within 10 seconds of the final cycle, press the interior driver's door - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 20
NOTE: If the key is in the ignition switch, then all buttons on that transmitter will be disabled. The buttons on the remaining transmitters will work. If the vehicle is shifted out of PARK, all the transmitter buttons are disabled for all keys. Two (2) transmitters may be supplied with the vehicle - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 21
button transmitters will provide basic UNLOCK, LOCK and PANIC functions. options of the system allow you to turn ON/OFF the Sound Horn On Lock, Remote Unlock Driver's Door 1st, and Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock features. 2 Three Button Transmitter Six button transmitters will provide functions - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 22
on the transmitter once to unlock the driver's door side of the vehicle, or twice to unlock all doors and liftgate. The illuminated entry system also turns on. The Remote Unlock Driver's Door 1st feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure: 1. Press the UNLOCK button - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 23
the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system. To Program Transmitters: Refer to SENTRY KEY " open/close the power liftgate. The liftgate will beep for 2 seconds and then open/close. If - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 24
button for 5 to 10 seconds. 2. While the LOCK button is pressed, (after 5 seconds) press the UNLOCK button. Release both buttons. The "Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock" feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure or by performing the procedure in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 25
two conditions. 1. A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 26
switch for unauthorized entry or operation. When the alarm is activated, the system provides both audible and visual signals. The horn will pulse, headlights/park lights will flash, the Vehicle Theft Alarm/Immobilizer light, located in the instrument cluster, will flash, and the vehicle will not - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 27
VEHICLE 27 To arm the system: Remove the key from the light will flash. If it does not illuminate, the system is not arming. If you open a door during this arming period, the system triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you disarm the system. Check the vehicle - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 28
The Vehicle Theft Alarm system is designed to protect your vehicle, however, you can create conditions where the system will give you a occurs, disarm the system. The alarm system will be activated when the battery is connected if the system was previously armed. The exterior lights will flash, the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 29
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Avoid high impacts against the door stop when opening the door. This is very important when your vehicle is parked on an incline as the door will slide faster in the downhill direction. • There is a hold-open latch that is activated when the sliding - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 30
opened, the left and right exterior hazard lights will flash for 12 seconds to alert in the OFF position. (do not start the engine) 3. Within 10 seconds of the final cycle located on the trim panel, just in front of the power sliding door will operate. The power sliding door may be opened manually - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 31
on the overhead console or the switch located on the trim panel just in front of the sliding door. To keep your door operating properly, observe the following guidelines. • Always open the door smoothly. • Avoid high impacts against the door stop when opening the door manually - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 32
manually. To avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding door from the rear seats, press the button located in the overhead console multiple obstructions within the same cycle, the system will automatically stop and must be opened or closed manually. WARNING! You or others could be injured - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 33
the door's rear latch, to the ON position. Child Lock Control When the child lock system is engaged the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle, remote keyless entry transmitter, switches on the overhead console or the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 34
will operate from the switches located on the trim panel just from the rear seats, press the button located in the overhead console to disable the switches for the rear seat keyless entry or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors. Once unlocked, on vehicles equipped - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 35
keys. The key must be held in the unlocked position for the liftgate to open. Power Liftgate - If Equipped The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Press the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter twice within five seconds, to - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 36
power liftgate may also be opened by pressing the button located on the overhead console. WARNING! During power operation, personal injury or cargo lights will flash to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing. • There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the liftgate opening. Light - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 37
( 24°C) or temperatures above 143°F (62°C). Be sure to remove any build-up of snow or ice from the liftgate before pressing same cycle, the system will automatically stop and must be opened or closed manually. 2 WARNING! control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 38
STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with temperature, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather. SEAT STORAGE BIN SAFETY WARNING Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release As a security - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 39
from inside of the bin by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark strap attached to the storage bin cover latching mechanism. Reinstalling Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release If the storage bin cover strap disengages from the latch, it can be reinstalled by inserting the loose end of the strap into the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 40
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS Manual Rear Vent Windows A lever at the rear of each window releases the window so that it can be pushed out for ventilation. Power Vent Windows - - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 41
ACCESSORY position. Auto Down Feature - If Equipped The driver's window switch has an auto down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To open the window part way, press the window switch part ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 42
seat belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) also, can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. If your vehicle is equipped with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) there will be a Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light located on - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 43
motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All the outboard seats in your vehicle are equipped with Lap/Shoulder Belts. The belt feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock and reduce the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 44
are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear your - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 45
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. Grasp the latch plate and pull - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 46
is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 47
thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 48
a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 49
release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. Positioning Latch Plate 2 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 50
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. Sliding The Latch Plate 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 51
pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretensioners are designed to work for all size occupants. 2 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 52
by the front airbag control module (see Front Airbag Section). Like the front airbags, the pretensioners are single use items. After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the front airbags and pretensioners, both must be replaced. Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) If the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 53
System (BeltAlert) has been deactivated, the Seat Belt Warning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver's or front passenger's seat belt remains unbuckled. Seat Belts should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 54
seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed. Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) - Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver's front airbag is mounted in - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 55
the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window. If the vehicle is equipped with window bags, they are located above the side windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. 2 Window Bags NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open to allow - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 56
provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Window bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to severe frontal collisions. NOTE: The passenger front - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 57
collisions. But even in collisions where the airbags inflate, you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you properly. Here are some . You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 58
alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions the airbags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags. • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Passenger Seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) - If Equipped − Occupant Classification Module − Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light − Interconnecting Wiring − Bladder Assembly − Belt Tension Sensor How The Airbag System Works • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 60
the self-check, the AIRBAG warning light will turn off. The PAD indicator light will function normally (Refer to "Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light" in this section). If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the AIRBAG warning light either momentarily - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel. When the ORC and impact sensors detects a collision requiring the airbags of the headliner out of the way and covers the window. The airbag inflates in about 30 milliseconds (about one - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 62
the best interaction with the front airbag. • If your vehicle contains a Passenger Airbag Disable indicator light, it will be equipped with the Occupant Classification System (OCS). The OCS system will classify an occupant into a size category based on sensor readings from within the seat cushion - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 63
threshold is placed on the seat, the light will remain OFF. (The PAD indicator light is an amber light located on the center of the instrument panel above the radio.) 2 Passenger Airbag Disabled Light For almost all sizes of properly seated adults, the airbag will be enabled in the event of - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 64
and Belt Tension Sensor. The size categories include empty, child, and adult. The OCM sends the Occupant Classification to the ORC to identify if a front passenger airbag is allowed. If a fault is present, the AIRBAG warning light is illuminated. • The Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 65
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • The Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) - If Equipped is located at the outboard passenger lap belt anchor. The BTS generates a signal based on outboard lap belt tension. This signal is sent to the OCM to ensure that the resultant bladder pressure increase due - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 66
/ Mopar. • For replacement of the bladder or seat cover assembly, always use the DaimlerChrysler service kit which includes the seat cover and bladder riveted together. If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags when the ORC and impact sensors detect a moderate - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 67
knee blocker cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, front seat belt buckle pretensioners and driver inflatable knee blocker replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Also, have the Occupant Classification System serviced as well. Enhanced Accident Response If the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 68
dealer for any advanced airbag system service. If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way (including removal or loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 69
• The light flickers or comes on and remains on while driving. DaimlerChrysler Corporation Integrated Child Seat - If Equipped Operating instructions for this seat are included with the seat. If the instructions are not with the seat or in the Owner's Manual Package, replacement instructions can be - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 70
be in a proper restraint for the child's size. There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat owner's manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child. Use the restraint - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 71
passenger airbag. An airbag convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older than one year. These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 72
Check belt fit periodically. A child's squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position. • If the shoulder belt and use the lap belt. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or seat may be struck by a deploying passenger airbag which may cause severe or fatal injury to - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 73
the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary. • In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 74
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren. Two LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed on all second-row seats and in the center position on all 3rd row fold-in-floor seats. Second-row seats also feature tether strap anchorages, located in the rear surface of the seatback. In addition, all - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 75
seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older products. NOTE: If your child restraint seat - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 76
of the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle. NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children. It is recommended that before - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 77
the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and some rearward-facing infant - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 78
braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts in a proper restraint system based on it's age air bag. This vehicle is equipped with a child restraint tether anchor located airbag. In an accident a passenger airbag - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 79
sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Use the EQUIPPED WITH THE REAR SEAT DELETE FEATURE (Commercial Vehicles Only). When a convertible seat is properly installed forward facing, the vehicle seat should be adjusted - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 80
Installation For Commercial Vehicles With Rear Seat Delete To secure the child restraint upper tether strap to the vehicle, follow the instructions shown: 1. Locate the child restraint tether anchor on the floor just behind the front passenger seat. 2. Extend the child restraint tether anchor - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 81
the vehicle tether anchor. 7. Following the child seat manufacturer's instructions, tighten the child restraint tether strap. 8. If necessary, condition that might effect the performance of the strap is observed, DO NOT USE. Contact your local DaimlerChrysler dealership for a replacement part - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 82
installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. The recommended viscosity and quality grades are shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 83
, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode. Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 84
you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 85
- If Equipped ...92 ▫ Heated Remote Control Mirrors - If Equipped ...93 ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped ...93 Hands-Free Communication (UConnect™) - If Equipped ...94 ▫ Operations ...95 ▫ Phone Call Features ...102 ▫ UConnect™ System Features ...105 ▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity ...109 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 86
THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Things You Should Know About Your UConnect™ System ...111 Seats ...117 ▫ Manual Front & Second Row Seat Adjuster ...117 ▫ 8-Way Driver's Power Seat 139 To Open And Close The Hood ...141 Lights ...142 ▫ Interior Lights ...143 ▫ Park Lights ...143 ▫ Headlights ...143 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Lever ...147 ▫ Turn Signals ...147 ▫ Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch ...148 ▫ Passing Light ...148 ▫ Windshield Wipers And Washers ...148 Tilt Steering Column - If Equipped ...150 Traction Control Switch - If Equipped ...150 Rear Park Assist System - If Equipped ...151 Adjustable Pedals - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 88
OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Compass/Temperature Display ...159 ▫ Mini-Trip Computer ...162 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - If Equipped Engine Off ...177 Convenience Tray Drawer And Cup Holders ...177 ▫ Instrument Panel Cup Holders ...177 ▫ Convenience Tray And Optional Smoker's Package Kit - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 89
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 ▫ Overhead Rail System - If Equipped ...182 ▫ Removable Floor Console With Fold-In-Floor Seating - If Equipped ...184 ▫ Removable Floor Console Without Fold-In-Floor Seating - If Equipped ...185 ▫ Rear Compartment Storage Bins ...189 ▫ Cargo/Tub Nets - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 90
point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 91
the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Driver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer - If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Rearview Mirror - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 92
your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to the vehicle. This type of mirror will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially vehicle seen in this convex mirror. Power Remote-Control Mirrors - If Equipped Use the mirror select switch, located on the instrument panel to the left of - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 93
THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Heated Remote Control Mirrors - If Equipped These mirrors are heated , rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically. Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights. Sun Visor Extension - If Equipped This feature has - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 94
use requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands-Free Profile, version 0.96 or higher. See www.chrysler.com/uconnect for supported phones. UConnect™ allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle, and enables you to mute the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 95
UConnect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details. The UConnect™ system is fully integrated with the vehicle's audio system. The volume of the UConnect™ system can either be adjusted from the radio volume control knob, or from the steering wheel radio - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 96
the voice command is given. You can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command, when you are asked for it. For example, the voice on beep. The UConnect™ system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help. To activate the UConnect™ system from idle, simply - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 97
0.96 or higher. See www.chrysler.com/uconnect for supported phones. To complete the pairing process, you will need to reference your cellular phone owner's manual. One of the following vehicle specific websites may also provide detailed instructions for pairing with the brand of phone that you have - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 98
time (refer to Advanced Phone Connectivity ). Dial by Saying a Number • Press the 'Phone' button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Dial. • System will prompt you to say the number you want call. • For example, you can say 234-567-8901. The phone number that you enter - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 99
a Name • Press the "Phone" button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Call. • System will prompt you to say the name of the person you want call. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 100
the 'Phone' button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Phonebook Edit. • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit. • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, mobile, or pager) that you wish to edit. • When prompted, recite - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 101
the current language is deleted. Delete All Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook • Press the 'Phone' button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Phonebook Erase All. • The UConnect™ system will ask you to verify that you wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook. 3 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 102
the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Phonebook List Names. • The UConnect™ system will play the names of all the service plan. For example, if your cellular service plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the UConnect™ system. Check with your cellular service - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 103
and answer the incoming call. NOTE: The UConnect™ system compatible phones in market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in put a call on hold, press the Phone' button until you hear a single beep which will indicate that the call has been placed on hold. To bring the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 104
to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Redial. • The UConnect™ system will call the last number that was dialed on your system after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to off. Call continuation functionality available on the vehicle can be any one of three types - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 105
to the mobile phone after ignition key is switched to off. UConnect™ System Features Language Selection To change the language that the UConnect™ system is using, • Press the 'Phone' button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 106
Press the 'Phone' button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Emergency and the UConnect™ system will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency number. This feature is only supported in the USA. NOTE: The emergency number dialed is based on the Country where - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 107
system. You can use your UConnect™ system to access a voicemail system or an automated service, such as, paging service or automated customer service. Some services 'Voice Recognition' button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately. For - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 108
• Press the 'Phone' button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Setup Confirmations. The UConnect™ system will play the current confirmation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it. Phone and Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and/or on - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 109
Voice Recognition' button. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Mute-off. Information Service When using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phone number #121, you can access voice activated automated system to receive news, weather, stocks, traffic, etc. related information. Advanced - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 110
and the following beep, say "Setup Phone pairing". • When prompted, say List Phones. • The UConnect™ system will play the alternate way to "select" or "delete" a paired phone. Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect™ system - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 111
and say the priority number of the phone you wish to delete. Things You Should Know About Your UConnect™ System Voice Recognition (VR) • Always wait for the beep before speaking. • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet away from - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 112
road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish accents, the system may not always work for some. • When navigating through an automated system, such as, voice mail, or when sending - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 113
OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • fully closed windows, and • dry weather condition. • Operation from driver seat. • Performance, such as, audio clarity, echo. and loudness to a large degree, rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnect™ system. • Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 114
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 3 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 116
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 117
OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 North American English Primary Alternate(s) Zero Oh Add location Add new All All of them Confirmation Select phone select Set up Phone settings phone set up SEATS Manual Front & Second Row Seat Adjuster The adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat. Pull the bar up - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 118
is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. 8-Way Driver's Power Seat - If Equipped The driver's power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat. The front switch - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 119
seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat driver and passenger seats. The controls for the heated seats are located on the instrument panel above the radio. You may choose LOW, - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 120
THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HIGH or No Heat. The switch position as well as an indicator light will show when the LOW or HIGH heat is ON. Manual Reclining Seats - If Equipped The recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 121
VEHICLE 121 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. 3 Manual Reclining Seat Control - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 122
the armrest. To increase the support, rotate the handle down. Middle Rear Bench Seat Recline - If Equipped Pull up on the handle located on the side of the seat to release the seatback. This allows the seatback to be either reclined or folded forward. Manual Lumbar Control Manual Reclining Seat - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 123
on the second row seat. 2. Slide storage bin locking mechanism to the Locked position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to open cover. Load Floor Handle 3 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 124
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down. Seat Release Strap 5. Close the storage bin cover. Seatback Release Lever NOTE: The cupholder must be in the closed position before the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 125
rearward to latch the seat anchors. 3 Seatback Release Lever Seat Handle 4. Close the storage bin cover and adjust the head restraint to the desired position. 3. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat, to return the seatback to its full upright position. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 126
THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Fold Third Row Seats 1. Lower the head restraint to its full down position. 2. Pull release strap marked "1" located on the rear of the seat to lower the seatback. 3. Pull release strap marked "2" to release the anchors. Release Strap 2 Release Strap 1 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 127
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 4. Pull release strap marked "3" and tumble the seat rearward into the storage bin. To Unfold Third Row Seats 1. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat forward until the anchors latch. 3 Release Strap 3 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 128
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull release strap marked "1" to unlock the recliner. 3. Pull release strap marked "3" to return the seatback to its full upright position. 4. Adjust the head restraint to the desired position. WARNING! In a collision, you or others in your - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 129
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Tailgate Mode 1. Pull release strap "2", then pull release strap "3" to rotate the entire seat rearward. 2. To restore the seat to its upright position, lift up on the seatback and push forward until the anchors latch. WARNING! To avoid serious - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 130
on vehicles equipped with quad seats, pull up on the release handle located on the outboard side of the seat and tilt the seat fully forward on vehicles equipped with Stow 'n Go seating, pull forward on the release strap located on the front of the seat between the seat back and seat cushion and tilt - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 131
1. Remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat. 2. Lower the head restraint to its full downward position and ensure that the cupholder is closed. 3. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback down. If the head restraint - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 132
up on the release handle and tumble the seat fully forward. Release Bar Location Seat Release Handle 6. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out Rollers. 5. Pull the release bar located at the bottom front edge of the seat to disengage the front attachments - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 133
position. Ensure that the seatback is fully latched in the upright position. 50/50 Fold & Tumble Rear Seat Removal 1. Lower the head restraint and pull up on release lever "1" to fold the seatback down. 3 WARNING! In attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched. Release Lever Location - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 134
on release lever "2" and tumble the seat fully forward. Release Strap Location Release Lever 2 Location 4. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out Rollers. 3. Pull the release strap "3" located at the bottom of the seat to disengage the front attachments. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 135
that the seatback is fully latched in the upright position. 2 - Passenger and 3 - Passenger Bench Seats Release levers are located on the rear leg assemblies, near the floor. To remove the seat, squeeze each release handle and rotate downwards to deploy the wheels. A lock indicator button pops up - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 136
Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the seatbacks of all rear seats and some front seats. The floor supports the partial weight of the bagged goods. WARNING! If not properly latched, the bench seats could become loose. Personal injuries could result. After - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 137
bench or bucket seats in the second position and 3- passenger bench seat or 50/50 bench seat in the third position. All rear seats are removable. 3 Release Lever Location - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 138
to any of 3 positions on its tracks while installed in the vehicle. The bench seat may also be moved to the second seating position or removed from the vehicle. 1. Normal Seating- The 2nd and 3rd row seats are installed. The 3rd row bench seat is in the full rear position on - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 139
forward, rear seating for another occupant is still provided. Either or both seats may Fold and Tumble forward for more storage space. For maximum storage, remove the head restraint and place on the seat cushion, then fold the seatback over the head restraint by lifting lever "1" and tumble the seat - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 140
leave the head restraint stored between the cushions for extended periods of time or inadvertent damage to the seat cover or head restraint may occur. 4. Auxiliary Seating- The 2nd row seats are removed from the vehicle. Then the third row seats can be installed in either the rear or middle seat - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 141
from one seating position should not be removed and installed in any other seating position. . Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system. • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a seat belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 142
OF YOUR VEHICLE Next, push to the left the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving. LIGHTS All of the lights, except the hazard warning lights, are controlled by switches to the left of the steering column on - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 143
off in about 15 minutes if any of the following occur. Headlights Turn the headlight switch to the 2nd detent to turn the headlights and park lights on. This also turns on all instrument panel lighting. To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, rotate the dimmer control up or down. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 144
FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dimmer Control With the park lights or headlights on, rotating the dimmer control for the interior lights on the instrument panel upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Interior light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the OFF position - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 145
OFF. To turn the Automatic System OFF, turn the headlight switch clockwise to the OFF position. NOTE: The engine must be running before the headlights will come ON in the Automatic mode. Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet Vehicles Only) The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the vehicle - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 146
- If Equipped To activate the front fog lights, turn on the park lights or the low beam headlights and pull out on the headlight switch control knob. An indicator in the headlight switch shows that the front fog lights are on. Pressing the headlight switch control knob in will turn the front fog - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 147
operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside turn signal light bulb. If one of the indicators fails to light when the lever is moved, it would - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 148
. NOTE: Always remove any build-up of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the OFF position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the OFF position, damage to the wiper motor may occur. Windshield Wiper/Washer Control To use the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 149
wipe cycles, then turn OFF. Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wipers when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a the vehicle speed is less than 10 mph (16 km/h). 3 WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. You might not see - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 150
vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the vehicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH - IF EQUIPPED The TRAC indicator, located below the instrument cluster odometer, will light up when the Traction Control is in use. Tilt Steering Column - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 151
press the TRAC OFF switch located on the steering column, until the TRAC OFF indicator below the instrument cluster odometer lights up. To turn the system back ON, press the switch a second time until the TRAC OFF indicator turns OFF. NOTE: • The Traction Control System indicator comes on each time - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 152
system scans for objects behind the vehicle using four sensors located in the rear bumper. Assist System. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check for one red LED is illuminated and the system emits a series of short beeps. The tone will remain constant and - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 153
other vibrations could affect the performance of the system. If Service Park Assist System appears in the EVIC after making sure the rear bumper is clean please see your authorized dealer. ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward or - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 154
the ignition OFF. • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control System is ON. The following messages will be displayed on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 155
the "ON/OFF" button once and the CRUISE indicator located below the instrument cluster odometer will illuminate showing the electronic speed control system is on. To turn the system OFF, push the "ON/OFF" button again and the system and indicator will turn off. 3 WARNING! Leaving the Electronic - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 156
above 25 mph (40 km/h). To Vary the Speed Setting: When the speed control is set, speed can be increased by pressing and holding the "RESUME/ACCEL" increase speed by 6 mph (10 km/h), etc. To decrease speed while speed control is set, press and hold the "COAST" button. Release the button when the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 157
On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed control. WARNING! Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can't maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 158
the unlock button on the transmitter is pressed. The area around the instrument panel cupholders is also illuminated from a light in the overhead console. This light is turned on when the headlight switch is on and will adjust in brightness when the dimmer control is rotated up or down. Overhead - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 159
159 Sunglass Storage At the rear of the overhead console, a compartment is provided for the storage of two manually. 3 WARNING! Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularly in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such conditions - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Temp. Press the RESET button on vehicles equipped with a Compass/ Mini Trip Computer for at least 10 seconds until the "CAL" symbol appears. On vehicles be set. NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the overhead console. CAUTION! Do not place any external magnets, such as magnetic roof - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 161
/Temp press and hold the C/T and US/M buttons for 5 seconds. The "VAR" symbol will light and the last variance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP button on vehicles equipped with a Compass/ Mini Trip Computer or the US/M button on vehicles equipped with Compass/Temp to select the proper - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 162
reset. • Off Mode Shows a blank display. • Step Button Push this button to cycle through all the Compass/Minitrip Computer displays. • US/M Button Press this button to convert the display from U.S. to metric. To Reset The Display Pressing the Reset button once will clear the resettable function - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 163
the appropriate conditions exist, displays SERVICE • DOOR AJAR (one or more, with graphic) • LIFTGATE AJAR (with graphic) • WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic) • 1,2,3 OR 4 LOW TIRE(S) PRESSURE (Refer to "Tire Pressure Monitor System" in the "Starting And Operating, Tire Section") • CHECK TPM SYSTEM - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 164
will be shown in the selected language. Rear Park Assist - If Equipped When this feature is selected the system scans for objects behind the vehicle using four sensors located in the rear bumper. Objects can be detected from up to 71 inches (180 cm). Pressing the "STEP" button while in this - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 165
is selected, pressing the Unlock button on any Remote Keyless Entry transmitter already linked to memory will return the driver's seat, driver's outside mirror, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and radio station presets to their memory set positions. 3 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 166
will operate again when this feature is selected. Refer to Driver Memory System for more information. Pressing the STEP button when in this mode , and the sliding door(s) are opened, the left and right exterior hazard lights will flash for 12 seconds to alert other drivers in the area that passenger - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 167
replaces up to three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off your vehicle's battery and charging system; no batteries - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 168
monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not run the vehicle's exhaust while training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death. WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 169
the garage. Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second (or accessories ) position for programming and/or operation of HomeLink. It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 170
two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with Programming steps 6 - 8 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device (most commonly a garage door opener). 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the learn or smart button. This can - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 171
programming. HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device. NOTE: To program the remaining the Programming procedures (regardless of where you live), replace Programming HomeLink step 3 with the following: NOTE: (The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly.) Proceed with - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 172
and release the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In the event - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 173
to erase the frequencies by following the "Erasing HomeLink Buttons" instructions in this section. This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 174
, causing the sunroof to open automatically. Press and hold the button located to the right of the sunroof switch, to open the vent. the sunroof will remain in a partial open condition until the switch is pushed forward again. The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open as the sunroof - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 175
belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too. Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow fingers or other body parts . The upper outlet is controlled by the ignition switch and the lower outlet is connected directly to the battery. The upper outlet will - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 176
circuit breaker also supplies power to the outlet in the removable floor console, when in the front position. Refer to section 3 "Removable Floor Console" in this manual. NOTE: If desired, all of the power outlets can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 177
Outlet Use With Engine Off CONVENIENCE TRAY DRAWER AND CUP HOLDERS Instrument Panel Cup Holders The instrument panel cupholders are located in a pull out drawer just below the climate controls. CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle's battery, even when not - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 178
the cupholder can accommodate a wide variety of container types and sizes, including those with handles. The arms Tray And Optional Smoker's Package Kit Located between the instrument panel cupholders is package, a removable ash receiver is inserted into the convenience tray location. To install the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 179
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Rear Cupholders There are dual stationary cupholders located in the passenger side rear trim panel and a single stationary cup holder on the driver side rear trim panel. There are also dual underseat cupholders - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 180
the quad seats. These can be used when the seat back is folded forward. STORAGE Front Seat Storage Bin - If Equipped The storage bin is located under the front passenger's seat. If equipped with a lock, it can be locked with the ignition key. Front Seat Storage Bin - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 181
Equipped The Seat Storage Bins are located on the floor in front of the second row seats, the area below the covers can be used for storage when the upright position. Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the Unlocked position to allow - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 182
overhead storage bins. The storage bins may be placed anywhere on the overhead rail system. To Remove Storage Bins 1. Support the bin with one hand and pull the latch handles out. CAUTION! Do not load objects over 1.5 lbs (0.68 kg) in the storage bins. Failure - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 183
the rail. To reinstall the storage bins, place the bin in the desired location on the overhead rail, push firmly upward on the bin with one hand, while latched to the Overhead Rail System. Always be sure the storage bins are fully latched. 3. Remove the storage bin. NOTE: Make sure the latch - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 184
by pulling the release handle inside the floor console. To remove the console use the following procedure: 1. Open the console lid and remove the storage tray. 2. Pull up on the release handle located inside the floor console, and slide the console rearward to disengage from the floor. Release - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 185
the cell phone holder, align the pivot legs into the guides and push forward to snap the legs into place. Removable Floor Console Without Fold-in-Floor Seating - If Equipped The removable floor console has a power outlet, storage tray, light, cell phone holder, tissue holder, and a map holder. It - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 186
this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent engine starting. To remove the console use the following procedure: 1. Open the rear lid and remove the storage tray. 2. Pull up on the release handle located inside the floor console to disengage the floor console, reinstall the storage tray and - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 187
console, remove the rubber mat and relocate to the alternate floor tray, slide the console forward to engage the front of the console into the floor tray. Rapidly push down on the rear of the console console to be sure it is firmly attached. NOTE: When the removable floor console is located between - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 188
for the cellular phone into the outlet located in the bottom of the forward console bin and reinstall the cell phone holder. 3. Place the cell phone into the holder. CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle's battery, even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 189
be equipped with open storage bins located in each rear trim panel. supported by hooks located in these areas. Refer to instructions provided in the net kit. Coat Hooks Coat hooks are located building material may be stored in the long-wheelbase body style on top of the folded seats with the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 190
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. ROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and siderails are - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 191
To move the cross bars, loosen the thumb screws located at the upper edge of each cross bar approximately has properly locked into position. NOTE: To help control wind noise when installing the cross bars make sure Check the straps frequently to be sure that the load remains securely attached. 3 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 192
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Crossbars should remain equally spaced or parallel at any luggage rack position for proper function. Noncompliance could result in damage to the luggage rack, cargo and/or vehicle. • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 193
on vehicles that are not equipped with Anti-Lock Brakes. Vehicles without Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) have a height-sensing proportioning valve. Installing a leveling system will render this system ineffective, inappropriately reducing rear brake pressure, resulting in increased stopping distances. You - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 194
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▫ Radio Broadcast Signals ...212 ▫ Two Types Of Signals ...213 ▫ Electrical Disturbances ...213 ▫ AM Reception ...213 ▫ FM Reception ...213 Sales Code RAZ-AM/ FM Stereo Radio With Cassette Tape Player, CD Player And CD Changer Controls ...214 ▫ Operating Instructions - Radio ...214 ▫ Power Switch - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 196
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ...215 ▫ PTY (Program Type) Button ...215 ▫ Balance ...217 ▫ Fade ...217 ▫ Tone Control ...217 ▫ AM/FM Selection ...217 ▫ Scan Button ...217 ▫ To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory ...218 ▫ To Change From Clock To Radio Mode ...218 ▫ - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 197
223 ▫ CD Changer Control Capability - If Equipped ...223 Sales Code Rev AM & FM Stereo Radio With CD Player And CD/DVD Changer Controls ...224 ▫ Radio Operation ...225 ▫ CD Player Operation ...228 ▫ CD/DVD Changer Operation ...230 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ...230 ▫ Operation Instructions (CD Mode - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 198
(2, 15) ...261 ▫ FF/RW Buttons (3, 16) ...261 ▫ Enter Button (17) ...261 ▫ Light Button (18) ...262 ▫ Remote Control Battery Service ...262 ▫ Operating Instructions - Video Screen ...262 ▫ Operating Instructions - Headphones ...264 ▫ Operating Instructions - MP3 Player, Portable Walkman ...266 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 199
270 Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped . . 270 ▫ Radio Operation ...271 ▫ Tape Player ...271 ▫ CD Player ...272 Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance ...272 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ...273 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ...274 Climate Controls ...274 ▫ Manual Air Conditioning And Heating - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 200
PANEL ▫ Front Mode Control ...276 ▫ Manual Air Conditioning Operation ...279 ▫ Manual Rear Zone Climate Control - If Equipped ...282 ▫ Automatic Temperature Control - If Equipped ...284 Rear Window Features ...296 ▫ Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation - Manual Temperature Control Only ...296 ▫ Rear - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 201
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 4 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 202
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 203
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH TACH 4 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 204
has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and Fuel Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gallons (11.0 liters) this light will turn - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 205
turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level. The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level conditions. The vehicle should have service performed - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 206
. WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately. Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 207
the engine is started. If the light stays on or turns on while driving, it indicates a problem with the charging system. Immediate service should be obtained. 13. Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check. During - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 208
This light will flash for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. (See page 26 for more information.) 16. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 209
burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph. 17. Washer Fluid Light This light turns on when the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 210
This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON position before engine start. If the bulb does not come when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 211
the brake system and is a normal condition. The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled. The system will the odometer reading is changed during repair or replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the service so that the correct - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 212
PANEL 25. Trip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display from odometer to trip odometer. The word TRIP Signals Your new radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however, car radios have performance limitations, due to mobile operation - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 213
radio signals. Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals...AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear, which is the major feature of FM radio. NOTE: On vehicles so equipped the radio, steering wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 214
RAZ-AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Operating Instructions - Radio NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 215
RDS) The Radio Data System allows radio broadcasting stations to send data signals on a subcarrier frequency which is added to the stereo signal. RDS was developed to give FM receivers user-friendly features, such as Program Service name (PS) and Program Type (PTY). Program Service name is typically - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 216
Soft Rhythm and Blues Radio Display Country Inform Jazz Language News Nostalga Oldies Persnlty Public R&B Rel Musc Rel Talk Rock Soft Soft Rck Soft R&B Program Type Sports Talk Top 40 Weather Radio Display Sports Talk Top 40 Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 217
controls up or down to adjust the sound for the desired tone. The treble, and bass will be displayed and continuously updated while the slide is moved. AM/FM Selection Press the AM/FM button to change the search in the alternate frequency band. To stop the search, press SCAN a second time. 4 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 218
can recall the stations stored in SET 2 memory by pressing the pushbutton twice. To Change From Clock To Radio Mode Press the Time button to change the display between radio frequency and time. Operating Instructions - Tape Player Insert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward the right and - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 219
10 seconds of each selection. Press the scan button a second time to cancel the feature. Changing Tape Direction If you wish to change the direction of tape travel (side being played), press the PTY button. The lighted arrow in the display window will show the new direction. Metal Tape Selection If - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 220
-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Operating Instructions - CD Player NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate. CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4 3⁄4 inch (12 cm) discs only. The - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 221
YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play. The if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection. EJT CD (Eject) Button Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. The - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 222
FF is released. The RW ( Reverse) button works in a similar manner. Program Button 4 (Random Play) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the tracks on the selected disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 223
CD changer available through Mopar Accessories. The following instructions are for the radio controls that operate this CD changer. Mode Button To activate the CD changer, press the MODE button until CD order for an interesting change of pace. Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 224
for the following reasons: • Excessive vibration • Disc inserted upside down • Damaged disc • Water condensation on optics SALES CODE REV AM & FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. REV Radio - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 225
turn the radio on. Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. PTY (Program Type) Pressing the INFO button once while in FM mode will turn - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 226
40 Weather If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. Mode Press the MODE button to select between, AM, FM, CD, CD/DVD changer or the Satellite Radio (if equipped). When the Satellite Radio - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 227
between the front and rear speakers. Press the AUDIO button, select FADE, then press SEEK + or SEEK to adjust the fade balance. Tone Control The Bass and/or Treble controls sound for the desired tone. Press the AUDIO button, select Bass or TREBLE, then press SEEK + or SEEK to increase or decrease - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 228
Clock To Radio Mode Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time. General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 229
if the CD is within remove the disc within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. The radio mode will continue to appear. The disc can be ejected with the radio OFF. FF/TUNE/RW Press FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released. The RW ( Reverse) button works - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 230
. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restrictions. Supported media (disc types) The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW. Supported medium formats (file systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 231
file normally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported. The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 • discs. The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times. Supported MP3 file formats The radio will - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 232
When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a disc loading, it is recommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios. Playlist files are not - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 233
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play) SEEK Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) Pressing the . Press the SET button to select a folder Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped) Refer to Hands Free Phone section of the Owner's Manual. 4 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 234
of the Owner's Manual. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES ) (If Equipped) Refer to 6 Disc CD/DVD Changer Manual. SALES CODE RBP-AM & FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, CD PLAYER, AND OPTIONAL CD/DVD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 235
to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. PTY (Program Type) Button Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 236
Display Sports Talk Top 40 Weather Pressing PTY, then SCAN will scan the FM Band and stop at all RDS stations that broadcast the station type. Each RDS station will be played for a 5 second scan once around the FM Band and stop at the last station. The PTY icon will then - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 237
continue to tune until you release the button. The frequency will be displayed and continuously updated while the button is pressed. Balance - BAL The Balance control adjusts the left-to-right speaker balance. Press the BAL button in and it will pop out. Adjust the balance and push the button back - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 238
to change the Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: Changes - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 239
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 up for proper operation. Sometimes poor playback may be experienced due to a defective cassette tape. Clean and demagnetize the tape heads at least twice a year. Tape Side - /PTY Pressing the button during tape mode will cause the other side of the tape to be - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 240
light in the display will go off when the Dolby System is off. * "Dolby" noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. CD the volume control ON before the CD player - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 241
FF is released. The RW (Reverse) button works in a similar manner. Random Play - RND/Program Button 4 Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. 4 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 242
. The current program type and channel number will then be displayed for five seconds. The current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs. A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode. Time Press the TIME button to change the display from - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Button 5 Press the DISC (button 5) button to play the previous disc. Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 244
DISC CD CHANGER NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Radio Operation Power/Volume Control Press the PWR/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control clockwise will be displayed for five seconds. The current program type and RBQ Radio - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 245
current channel name and number will then be displayed until an action occurs. CD's may remain in the player while in the Satellite Radio mode. Seek will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency. If the button - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 246
YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, and FADE change the display between radio frequency and time. General Information This radio complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 247
control pushed ON before the CD player will operate. Inserting The Compact Disc If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. CAUTION! This CD player will - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 248
until FF is released. The RW ( Reverse) button works in a similar manner. Random Play - SET / RND Press the RND button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the tracks on the disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 249
to be selected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast PTY information. Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types: Program Type Adult Hits Classical Classic Rock College Country Emergency Emergency Test Radio Display Adlt Hit Classicl Cls Rock College Country ALERT! Test - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 250
each corresponding program type in the radio display. Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner's Manual. CD Diagnostic Indicators When - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 251
reasons: • Warped disc • Excessive vibration • Disc inserted upside down • Damaged disc • Water condensation on optics SALES CODE RBK-AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. 4 RBK Radio - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 252
the new station until you make another selection. Holding the button in will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button, the radio will continue to tune until you release - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 253
button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed. Audio The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, and FADE. Press the AUDIO button and BASS , balance, and fade. AM/FM Selection Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. The operating mode will be displayed next to the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 254
operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CD Player Operation NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the volume control ON before the CD player will - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 255
mode. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF (except on convertibles). FF/TUNE/RW Press FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released. The RW ( Reverse) button works in a similar manner. Random Play - RND/Program Button 4 Press the RND (button - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day. CD Changer Control Capability - If Equipped This radio is compatible with a remote mounted CD changer available through Mopar Accessories. The following instructions are for the radio controls that operate this - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 257
on optics SALES CODE RB1-AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH DVD/GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEM 4 RB1 Radio The navigation system provides maps, turn identification, selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destinations and routes. Refer to your "Navigation User's Manual" for detailed operating - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 258
option, you will not be able to use the Navigation system and the CD Player simultaneously. Always remove the Navigation DVD before inserting another disc. Remote Control Operating Instructions NOTE: Aim the remote control at the radio located on the center of the instrument panel and press the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 259
Menu Right/Fast Forward Remote Control Buttons 17. Enter 18. Light Headphone Transmitter Button (1) The headphone transmitter button on the remote control and the power button on 16) These arrow buttons only function in CD/ DVD mode. Use the arrow buttons to toggle through the disc menu screen options. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 260
Use the up and down arrows to move between options within each tab. To change an item highlighted in blue, press ENTER. This should cause the highlight to press ENTER. When finished, press setup or play to return to playing the CD/DVD or Menu to return to the disc menu. PAUSE/PLAY Button (6) This - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 261
the chapters or tracks. FF/RW Buttons (3, 16) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) once and the CD/DVD changer will begin to fast forward until the FF button is released. The RW (Reverse) button works in a similar manner. ENTER Button (17) This button only functions in DVD video mode. Use the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 262
PANEL Light Button (18) Pressing this button illuminates the buttons on the remote control. Remote Control Battery Service • To replace the batteries for the remote control slide the cover rearward. The replacement batteries for the remote control are two AAA batteries. Operating Instructions - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 263
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 2. Enter Button This button will enter the selection from the on-screen menu. 3. Brightness Button Changes the brightness of the screen picture. 4 Video Screen Controls - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 264
An indicator light will illuminate on the headphone earpiece to indicate the headphones are ON. NOTE: • The headphones will turn off automatically in approximately 3 minutes if they lose the signal form the system or when the radio or rear audio/video system is turned off. Volume Control Rotate the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 265
conditions: 1. Rear Seat Audio/Video System and headphones are on. Press the headphone transmitter button (1) on the remote control and the power button on the headphones. An indicator light will illuminate on the headphone earpiece to indicate the headphones are ON. 4 Headphone Battery Service - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 266
outlet. Follow the manufactures instructions for the correct colors when connecting the RCA cables. NOTE: MP3 player's, video game systems, camcorders connected to the RCA jacks and CD's or DVD's inserted into the radio, can be heard through the headphones or the cabin when AUX Mode is selected - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 267
your Sirius Satellite Radio system. To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: ESN/SID Access With RBB, REV and RBK Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF, press the Tape Eject or CD Eject (depending on the radio type) and Time buttons simultaneously - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 268
program type and channel number will then be displayed for 5 seconds. • The current channel number will then be displayed until an action occurs. A CD or next channel. The word SCAN will appear in the display between each channel change. Press the SCAN button a second time to stop the search. NOTE: - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 269
, press the SEEK button within five seconds. The channel will change to the next channel that matches the program type selected. Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 270
buildings can cause intermittent reception. • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage. REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 O'clock positions. Remote Sound - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 271
controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume. Pressing the center button changes the operation of the radio from AM to FM to Tape or CD The button located in the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 272
go to the next track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Do not use cassette tapes longer other adverse condition is low or "muddy" sound from one or both channels, as if - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 273
until the head becomes very dirty (noticeably poor sound), it may not be possible to remove all deposits with a simple WET cleaning cassette. CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 274
to make you comfortable in all types of weather. Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Manual Air Conditioning and Heating Controls Front Blower Control The Front Blower Control selects whether the Climate Control System is ON or OFF. When the blower control is set to the O (OFF) position - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 275
There are four blower speeds. The fan speed increases as you move the control clockwise. 4 Dual Zone Temperature Control Dual Zone Temperature Control - If Equipped With the Dual Zone Temperature Control System, each front seat occupant can independently control the temperature of air coming from - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 276
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Front Mode Control The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution. Panel Mode NOTE: To improve your selection choices, the system allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 277
outlets, floor outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature lever positions, the bilevel mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets. 4 Bi-Level Outlets - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 278
comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable while keeping the windshield - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 279
Manual Air Conditioning Operation To turn on the air conditioning, set the front blower control to any position except O (OFF) and press the A/C button which is located next to the recirculation button. An indicator light on the A/C button shows that the air conditioning is on. Cool dehumidified air - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 280
protectors tend to block the amount of air to the condenser and may reduce air conditioning performance. Economy Mode If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn off the indicator light, and the A/C compressor. Move the temperature control lever to the desired temperature. Recirculation - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 281
lit, the recirculation mode will not reset when the engine is started. If the recirculation indicator light is not lit, the recirculation mode will reset to the outside air mode when the engine is started. The programmed status can be changed back and forth by following the above mentioned procedure - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 282
Equipped The Manual Rear Zone Climate Control system has floor air outlets to the rear of the right side sliding door and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position. The unit provides warm or cool air through the floor and upper outlets. The rear blower and temperature controls for the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 283
has an OFF position and 3 blower speed positions. This allows the second seat occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle. CAUTION! Interior air enters the Manual Rear Zone Climate Control system through an intake grille located in the passenger side trim panel - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 284
Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control System automatically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and all passengers. This is accomplished by using two infrared sensors, located in the center of the instrument panel. The two infrared sensors independently measure the surface - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 285
sensor input, the system automatically adjusts the air temperature, the air flow volume, and amount of outside air recirculation. This maintains a comfortable temperature even under changing conditions. automatically regulate the amount of air Temperature Control Operation of the system is - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 286
by selecting the US/M customer programmable feature. Refer to the "Overhead Console-Customer Programmable Features" in Section 3 of this manual. To provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will remain off and "DELAY" will appear in the front ATC - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 287
is controlled manually, the remaining features will continue to operate automatically. The left blower control knob can be set to any fixed blower speed by adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving the air vane knob on the center outlets down, will close off the air flow from the center outlets. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 288
panel outlets, floor outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed through the side window demister outlets. NOTE: In many temperature positions, the bi-level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets. Bi-Level Outlets - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 289
comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable while keeping the windshield - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 290
and side glass. The snowflake or a/c button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning system. When the snowflake symbol in the ATC display is on, cool, dehumidified air flows through the air outlets. If economy mode is desired, press the snowflake button to turn - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 291
each outboard rear seating position. The system provides heated air through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the headliner outlets. The "REAR SYSTEM" knob for the Rear Automatic Temperature Control System is on the front ATC control unit located on the instrument panel. Selecting - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 292
is quite simple. Begin by rotating the rear system center control knob on the front ATC control unit to the "REAR CONTROL" position, this illuminates an "UNLOCK" symbol in the rear display. Next, rotate the Rear Blower Control and the Rear Mode Control to the "AUTO" positions. Select the temperature - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 293
outlets. The electrical system could overload causing damage to the blower motor. Rear Temperature Control To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, press the temperature control button down for cold and up for heated air. 4 The rear blower control knob can be manually set to "OFF - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 294
individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving the air vane knob on the outlets to one side will shut off the air flow. Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 295
antifreeze coolant in water is recommended. Refer to section 7, Maintenance Procedures, of this manual for proper coolant selection. Winter Operation To insure the best possible heater and defroster performance, make sure the engine cooling system is functioning properly and the proper amount, type - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 296
to MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE, "Air Conditioner Maintenance" for filter replacement instructions. REAR WINDOW FEATURES Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation - Manual Temperature Control Only The controls are located on the Manual Temperature Control head above the front blower control. When the button is - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 297
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 Rear Washer Operation - Manual Temperature Control Only The controls are located on the Manual Temperature Control head above the front blower control. Press and hold the button for as long as spray is desired. If the button is depressed and held while the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 298
the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position, the rear wiper switch position as well as an indicator light will show that the wiper is ON. Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation - Automatic Temperature Control Only When this button is pressed and the ignition switch is in the ON position, the rear wiper - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 299
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 300
turn on the rear window defroster and the optional heated mirrors. A light will show that the defroster is on. The defroster automatically turns off . If your vehicle is equipped with Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control the rear defroster symbol will show in the display screen when the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 301
8L Engine ...306 Engine Block Heater - If Equipped ...309 Automatic Transmission ...309 ▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock System ...310 ▫ Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System ...310 ▫ Four Speed Automatic Transmission ...310 Parking Brake ...313 Brake System ...314 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 302
333 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...334 ▫ Life Of Tire ...335 ▫ Replacement Tires ...335 ▫ Alignment And Balance ...336 Tire Pressure Monitor System - If Equipped ...337 ▫ 1,2,3, Or 4 Tire(s) Low Pressure ...337 ▫ Check TPM System ...337 ▫ General Information ...339 Tire Chains ...339 Snow Tires ...340 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 303
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...346 Vehicle Loading ...348 ▫ Vehicle Certification Label ...348 ▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...348 ▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ...348 ▫ Overloading ...349 ▫ Loading ...349 Trailer Towing ...350 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ... - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 304
. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running. 2.4L Engine Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal or PARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 305
fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 306
with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly. Do not overspeed engine. If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor, the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 307
fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 308
with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly. Do not overspeed engine. If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor, the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 309
engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power Module gear when the engine is above idle speed. • Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal. 5 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 310
occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service. Four Speed Automatic Transmission The electronically controlled transmission provides - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Transmission The transmission is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the transmission if the problem could recur. If the transmission cannot be reset, dealer service is required. Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 312
system distress. NOTE: Using the "3" range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up. "L" Low This range should be used for engine braking when descending very steep grades. In - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 313
gear selector in the Park position. To release the parking brake, pull out on the parking brake release located on the left side of the instrument panel. Parking Brake Release 5 When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in Park, otherwise the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 314
driving: failure to do so can lead to brake failure, and an accident. BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 315
The Anti-Lock Brake System provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically "pumps" the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock-up. The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The light will come on - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 316
km/h). ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can include ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops. You also may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti-lock: • The ABS motor running (it - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 317
WARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 318
at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and should be avoided when possible. Damage to the power steering pump may occur. TRACTION CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED The Traction Control System reduces wheel slip and maintains traction at the driving (front) wheels - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 319
turn on the TRAC and the OFF indicators located in the instrument cluster. This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition. The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled. The system will automatically reactivate and turn off the TRAC - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 320
size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter P is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 321
standards ...blank...= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 10.5 = Section Width in Inches (in) R = Construction Code - R means Radial Construction. - D means Diagonal or Bias Construction. 15 = Rim Diameter - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 322
OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index -A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry. H = Speed Symbol -A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions. -The maximum - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 323
) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 324
the face of the driver's door or the driver's side "B" pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire and Loading Information Tire Placard Location This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) the total weight your vehicle - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 325
For further information on GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the "Vehicle Loading" section of this manual. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 326
capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 327
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 5 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 328
in tire failure. • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle. • Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 329
conditions will be found in the "Supplemental Tire Pressure Information" section of this manual. 5 Tire Placard Location The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 330
changes. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12° F (7° C) for this outside temperature condition. Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) during operation - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 331
. Radial-Ply Tires WARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly 6, in case of trucks with dual rear wheels). Never combine them with other types of tires. Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 332
worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 333
a limited use spare tire warning label located on the limited use spare tire and Replace (or repair) the original tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control. Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 334
what the speed. Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 335
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease and gasoline. Replacement - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 336
with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control. CAUTION! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false to the left or right. Alignment will not correct this condition. See your dealer for proper diagnosis. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 337
to monitor tire pressure levels (EXCLUDING THE SPARE TIRE). Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the instrument panel. NOTE: The tire pressure monitoring system on your vehicle will warn you when one of your tires is - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 338
beads if your vehicle is equipped with TPMS system as damage to the sensors may result. NOTE: • The TPMS system can inform the driver of a low tire pressure condition of 28 psi [1.9 bars] (193 kPa) or less. The TPMS system is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, nor to provide - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 339
. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses: United - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 340
condition are used. Broken chains can cause serious damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could indicate chain breakage. Remove the damaged parts instructions on method of installation, operating speed, and conditions are of the all season type and satisfy this requirement as - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 341
operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates, recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the "Maintenance Schedules" Section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permissible - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 342
result in poorer performance. Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required. Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling and hesitations. If you - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 343
vehicle. CAUTION! DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components. Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer. While MTBE is an - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 344
normal conditions and would result in additional cost. Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel. Fuel System Cautions • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 345
the engine running for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation system to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle. • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 346
on the left side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 347
tightened. If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. See Section 7 of this manual the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. • - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 348
used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated. If seats are removed for carrying cargo, do not exceed the specified GVWR and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) • Type of Vehicle • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Vehicle Identification - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 349
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. . Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 350
lbs TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer carefully review this follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 351
loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operation condition. The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The gross combination weight - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 352
condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on the hitch ball supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball vehicle, plus a removable hitch head and - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 353
in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight given drivetrain. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) Class II - Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 354
354 STARTING AND OPERATING Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Combined Wt. Rating) 2.4L Automatic 5,200 lbs (2358 kg) Frontal Area 40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square meters) 40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 355
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Combined Wt. Rating) 3.3L & 3.8L 6,600 lbs (2993 kg) Automatic 6,600 lbs (2993 kg) Frontal Area 40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square meters) - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 356
AND OPERATING Engine/Transmission GCWR NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and and Loading Information placard. Refer to the Tire- Safety Information Section in this manual. Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Up to 2 persons & Luggage - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 357
OPERATING 357 which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents. Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 358
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, chassis structure or tires. listed in Section 8 of this manual. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR, or GCWR, ratings. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 359
should not be parked on a grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in P manual on Tire Pressures for proper tire inflation procedures. − Also, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures before trailer usage. − Check - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 360
of this manual on Replacement Tires for proper tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits. Towing Requirements - Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 361
brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when Trailer Lights & Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 362
provide better engine braking. The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. See Schedule "B" in section 8 of this manual for transmission fluid change intervals. NOTE: Check the automatic transmission - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 363
, put transmission in neutral but do not increase engine idle speed. − Highway Driving Reduce speed. − Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. − refer to Cooling System Operating information in the Maintenance section of this manual for more information. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 364
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EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ...366 If Your Engine Overheats ...367 Jacking And Tire Changing ...368 ▫ Jacking Instructions - Stow 'n Go Seating ...369 ▫ Jacking Instructions - Non Stow 'n Go Seating ...381 Jump-Starting Procedures If Battery Is Low ...387 Driving On Slippery Surfaces - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 366
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The hazard flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel above the the switch a second time to turn off the flashers. This is an emergency warning system and should not be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your wear down your battery. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 367
to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to floor, and the fan - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 368
by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see Section 7, Maintenance, of this manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph. JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Getting - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Instructions - Stow 'n Go Seating Preparations For Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice or slippery areas, set the parking brake and the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 370
panel in the rear cargo area. Pull up on the lever to release the cover. Remove the scissors jack and jack handle by rotating the small wing nut to the left. Also remove the tool pouch containing the spare tire winch handle tools, which is located next to the jack and jack handle. Jack - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 371
a cable winch mechanism. The "spare tire drive" nut is located on the floor, under a plastic cap between the front seats. The tool pouch contains three pieces and can be assembled into a Spare Tire Hook to remove the compact spare tire/cover assembly from under the vehicle or a Winch "T" Handle to - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 372
372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions - Stow 'n Go Seating 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 2. To remove the compact spare tire/cover assembly, assemble the winch handle extensions to form a - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 373
to form the Spare Tire Hook and pull the compact spare tire/cover assembly from under the vehicle. WARNING! Getting under a jacked-up vehicle Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 374
compact spare tire/cover assembly is clear of the vehicle, stand the tire/cover assembly upright and remove the wheel spacer by squeezing the two retaining tabs together. Wheel Spacer Removal Spare Tire/Cover Removal 5. There are two jack engagement locations on each side of the body, refer to the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 375
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 6 Jack Engagement Locations - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 376
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. These locations are on the sill flange of the body and consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs closest to the wheel to be changed. Place the wrench on the jack screw and turn to the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Alternate checked with a torque wrench by your dealer or at a service station. 12. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. 13. Secure the flat tire as follows: • Place the deflated (flat) tire and compact spare tire cover assembly in the rear cargo area, have the tire repaired or replaced - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 378
of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts in the place provided. 16. Check the compact spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct pressure as required. Secure The Spare Tire As Follows: 1. To stow the compact spare tire/cover Removal/Installation - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 379
the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the compact spare tire with the cover assembly in the place provided. CAUTION! Spare Tire Removal The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch "T" handle only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 380
extended through the center of the wheel and spare tire cover assembly. Failure to properly engage both retainer tabs could result in loss of the spare tire & cover assembly, which will cause vehicle damage and may cause loss of control of the vehicle. 4. Using the winch "T" handle, rotate the drive - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 381
damage may result. Jacking Instructions - Non Stow 'n Go Seating Preparations For Jacking Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice or slippery areas, set the parking brake and place the gear selector in PARK. Turn OFF the ignition. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 382
stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle to rotate the "spare tire drive" nut. The nut is located under the plastic cover at the center rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the liftgate opening. Jack - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 383
of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. Lowering Spare Tire 6 Jacking Instructions - Non Stow 'n Go Seating 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel 4. There are two jack engagement locations on each side of the body - refer to the following illustration. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 384
384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Engagement Locations - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 385
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 5. These locations are on the sill flange of the body and consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs closest to the wheel to be changed. Place the wrench on the jack screw and turn to the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 386
wrench while tightening for increased leverage. Alternate lug nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct wheel nut tightness is 130 N·m (95 ft. lbs). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your dealer or at a service station. 11. Lower the jack - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 387
it is securely in place. 13. Stow the jack and jack handle. 14. Check the tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct pressure as required. JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES IF BATTERY IS LOW WARNING! Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 388
this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 389
engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery. 7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan. DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 390
Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed. CAUTION! Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 391
may be towed under the following conditions: The gear selector must be in to tow this vehicle from the front with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the front fascia will result tow this vehicle with another vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and transmission may result. • If the vehicle - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 392
while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON position, not the ACCESSORY position. Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL. Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 393
Oil Filter ...405 ▫ Drive Belts - Check Condition And Tension . . 405 ▫ Spark Plugs ...406 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...406 ▫ Catalytic Converter ...407 ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...409 ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ...410 ▫ Power Steering - Fluid Check ...412 ▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 394
Shaft Universal Joints ...413 ▫ Body Lubrication ...413 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...414 ▫ Windshield And Rear Window Washers ...414 ▫ Exhaust System ...415 ▫ Cooling System ...416 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...421 ▫ Brakes ...421 ▫ Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check . . 423 ▫ Fuel - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 395
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 ▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker And Back-Up Lights ...441 ▫ Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) ...442 ▫ License Light ...442 Fluids And Capacities ...443 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...444 ▫ Engine ...444 ▫ Chassis ...445 7 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 396
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2.4L ENGINE Engine Compartment 2.4L Engine - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 397
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 3.3L/3.8L ENGINES 7 Engine Compartment 3.3L/3.8L Engines - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 398
to the emission control system. It could also affect fuel economy and driveability. The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed. • If the "Malfunction Indicator Light" is flashing while the engine is running, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 399
not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery replacement. If the OBD system should be determined not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test. Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 400
key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle's OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station. If your OBD system is not ready, you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, you may need - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 401
. Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 402
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 403
Schedules" section of this manual NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever comes first. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 404
symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine oils. For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to the Engine Compartment illustration in this section. Lubricants which do not have both, the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 405
filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. Mopar Engine Oil Filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended. Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tension - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 406
malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the catalytic converter. For proper type of replacement spark plugs, refer to the "Vehicle Emission Control Information" label in the engine compartment. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at the intervals shown on - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 407
the air cleaner removed. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury. Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 408
or towing the vehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idling or malfunctioning operating conditions. WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 409
and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery. Don't use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 volts. Don't allow cable clamps to touch each other. • Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 410
Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a system performance check. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 411
that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compressor Oil, or Refrigerants. A/C Air Filter - If Equipped The A/C Air Filter - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 412
this manual for the recommended air conditioning filter replacement intervals. Power Steering - Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 413
the grease. This would require complete replacement of the joint assembly. Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as , the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular attention - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 414
cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations of salt or road film. Operation of the located in the engine compartment and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 415
the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. WARNING! Washer Fluid Reservoir Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 416
the entire system for leaks. With the engine at normal operating temperature (but not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of coolant from the radiator drain cock. If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (antifreeze) will - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 417
cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of old antifreeze solution. Selection Of Engine Coolant Use only the manufacturers recommended coolant, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct coolant type. CAUTION - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 418
the vehicle is operated. NOTE: Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of the engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant changes. Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant, and to insure that coolant will return to the radiator from the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 419
normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for coolant freeze point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. 7 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 420
. If antifreeze needs to be added, contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing. • If frequent coolant additions are required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 421
are secure and no leaks are present. Components should be replaced immediately if there is any evidence of wear or damage that could cause failure. Brakes In order to assure brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically. Suggested service intervals can be - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 422
dripping of hot fluid when systems are under pressure (during vehicle operation), should be noted before hose is replaced based on leakage. NOTE: Inspection of brake hoses should be performed whenever the brake system is serviced and every engine oil change. Inspect hydraulic brake hoses for surface - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 423
hoses replaced immediately. Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing underhood services, or immediately if the brake system warning light indicates system failure. Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 424
WARNING! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture. Fuel System Hoses Electronic Fuel - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 425
fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturers recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 426
the vehicle is serviced. Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transmission and of the fluid. To properly check the automatic transmission fluid level, the following procedure must be used: 1. The vehicle must be on level ground. 2. The engine should be running - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 427
this manual for Maintenance Schedules. If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. Special Additives Do not add any fluid additives to the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. The - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 428
of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 429
clear water. • If insects, tar or other similar deposits have accumulated on your vehicle, use Mopar Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to remove. • Use Mopar Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. • Avoid using abrasive compounds - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 430
corrosion. To remove heavy soil, use Mopar Wheel Cleaner or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Interior Care Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting. Interior Trim should be cleaned - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 431
condition. Cleaning High Gloss Front Door B-pillar Appliques When cleaning the front door B-pillar appliques, care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Remove any commercial householdtype glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 432
wash them. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly. Cleaning The Instrument Panel and Underseat Cup Holders Removal Remove the ash receiver from the convenience tray if there is a smoker's package in your vehicle. With your index finger, locate the stop - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 433
a clean soft cloth. Let the drawer sit in a dish drainer overnight to allow the inside mechanism to dry. Removing Front Cupholder Press the stop tab, slide the entire drawer out and remove it from the instrument panel. Installation Align the drawer so the plastic tracks on the drawer fit into the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 434
-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump F10 40 Amp Green Front Blower F13 40 Amp Green Electronic Back Light (EBL) F19 40 Amp Green Body Control Module (BCM) Feed 1 F20 30 Amp Pink Central Amplifier F22 30 Amp Pink Seats F27 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan F28 40 Amp Green Power Windows F30 40 Amp Green Headlight - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 435
Wiper 25 Amp Natural Rear Blower 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw (IOD) 20 Amp Yellow Electronic Automatic Transaxle (EATX) Battery 25 Amp Natural ASD 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump 15 Amp Blue A/C Clutch Cavity Mini Fuse Description F21 25 Amp Natural Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module F23 10 Amp Red - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 436
or permanent loss of these systems see your authorized dealer for service. 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: • Remove the 20 Amp mini fuse in the Integrated Power Module labeled Ignition - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 437
YOUR VEHICLE 437 air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS - Interior Bulb - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 438
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights 1. Remove the three screws securing the headlight module. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. NOTE: On some vehicles it may be necessary to slide the red release lock rearward and push forward on the connector while - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 439
shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. Front Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights 1. Remove the three screws securing the headlight module. 7 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 440
turn signal socket to remove from the headlight module and pull bulb from socket. Front Fog Light 1. Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle. 2. Twist the front fog light bulb to remove from the fog light housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. CAUTION - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 441
Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two tail light assembly push-in type fasteners, by prying under the fastener head with a large flat screwdriver. 3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the housing. 7 4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 442
the two screws securing the CHMSL. 2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL housing. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and reattach the CHMSL. License Light 1. Remove the two lens assembly mounting screws. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 443
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) 87 Octane Engine Oil-with filter 2.4 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 3.3 & 3.8 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) Cooling System * 2.4 Liter Engines (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 444
YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant 2.4 Liter Engine Oil 3.3/3.8 Liter Engine Oil Oil Filter 2.4 liter engines Oil Filter 3.3/3.8 liter engines Spark Plugs Fuel Selection Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 445
Brake Master Cylinder Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids. Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 446
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance ...448 Maintenance Schedules ...448 ▫ Schedule "B" ...451 M A I N T E N A N C E S ▫ Schedule "A" ...463 C H E D U L E S 8 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 448
proper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent mainS tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating C conditions such as dusty areas and - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 449
for unusual wear or U L damage. E • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals S CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and transmission; add as - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 450
all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the brake hoses. • Inspect the CV joints and front suspension components. • Check the automatic transmission fluid level. • Check the coolant - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 451
. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an . • Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling. A I N T • Short trips - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 452
15, 000 (25 000) X X 18, 000 (30 000) X X X X necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. * Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines, replace if necessary. Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X X 8 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 453
and boot seals. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV valve and replace as necessary.* Replace the air conditioning filter. 21, 000 (35 000) X 24, 000 (40 000) X X X 27 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 454
000 (85 000) X X X 54, 000 (90 000) X X X X necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. * Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines, replace if necessary. Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X X 8 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 455
the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines, replace if X necessary. Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary.* X Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter X engines, replace if necessary. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. X Replace the air conditioning filter - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 456
engine air cleaner filter Replace the spark plugs on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines. Replace the ignition cables on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the generator belt - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 457
Kilometers) Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡ Check the PCV valve and replace if necessary. Not required if previously changed.* Replace the engine timing belt on 2.4 liter engines. * Replace the air conditioning filter. 75, 000 78, 000 81 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 458
pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines, replace if necessary. Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡ Flush and replace the engine coolant. Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X X X X - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 459
Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engines. Replace the ignition cables on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 460
engine air cleaner filter. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines, replace if necessary. Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡ Replace the air conditioning - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 461
the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter, 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the generator belt on - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 462
seals. A Inspect the PCV valve and replace as necessary.* N C Replace the air conditioning filter. E S C H E D U L E S 138, 000 (230 000) 141, 000 (235 000) 144, 000 (240 000) 147, 000 (245 000) 150, 000 (250 000) X X X Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 463
the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Replace the air conditioning filter - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 464
X X 8 Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engines. Replace the ignition cables 2.4 liter engines. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the tie rod - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 465
(Kilometers) [Months] Check the PCV valve and replace, if necessary.* Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Replace the air conditioning filter. 42, 000 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 466
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Check and replace the PCV valve - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 467
467 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Replace the spark plugs 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines. Replace the ignition cables 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Replace the air conditioning filter. 78, 000 (130 000 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 468
the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engines. Replace the ignition cables 2.4 liter engines. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect the generator belt on - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 469
] Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡ Replace the engine timing belt on 2.4 liter engines only. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not done at 100,000 miles (160 000 km). Replace the air conditioning filter. 102, 000 (170 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 470
and engine oil filter. N C Rotate Tires E Inspect the brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 8 Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engines. Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 471
SCHEDULE "A" 471 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡ Replace the air conditioning filter. 126, 000 (210 000) [126] 132, 000 (220 000) [132] X X 138, 000 (230 000) [138] 144, 000 (240 000) [144] X X 150, 000 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 472
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ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle ...474 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment ...474 ▫ Prepare A List ...474 ▫ Be Reasonable With Requests ...474 If You Need Assistance ...474 Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only) ...477 Mopar Parts ...477 Reporting Safety Defects - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 474
with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty, discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle's service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem. Prepare A List Make a written list of - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 475
a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to your dealer's service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process. • If for Vehicle identification number • Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P.O. Box 21-8004 Auburn Hills, MI - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 476
to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1-800-380-CHRY. Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after your manufacturer's new - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 477
's warranties applicable to this vehicle. MOPAR PARTS Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will Service Department immediately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to Transport Canada, Motor - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 478
Service Manuals. These comprehensive service manuals provide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintaining, servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 479
daimlerchrysler.com • www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manuals DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 480
of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 481
INDEX 10 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 482
...68 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...55 Alarm Light ...208 Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...26 Alignment and Balance ...336 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...7 Antenna, Satellite Radio ...269 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...417,418,443 Disposal ...419 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...315 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 483
Fluid Type ...425,445 Ball Joints ...Battery ...Gas Caution ...Jump Starting ...Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) Saving Feature (Protection) ...Bearings ...412 ...409 ...409 ...387 ...25 ...145 ...428 Belts, Drive ...405 Body Mechanism Lubrication ...413 B-Pillar Location ...324 Brake Fluid - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 484
Lap Belts ...51 Chains, Tire ...339 Changing A Flat Tire ...368 Chart, Tire Sizing ...321 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ...210,399 Child Restraint ...69 Child Restraint Tether Anchors ...74 Child Safety Locks ...33 Child Seat ...69,76 Clean Air Gasoline ...342 Climate Control - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 485
INDEX 485 Compass Variance ...160 Computer, Trip/Travel ...162 Console, Overhead ...158 Console, Removable ...184,185 Contract, Service ...476 Coolant Pressure Cap ...418 Cooling System ...416 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...418 Coolant Capacity ...443 Coolant Level ...416,419 Disposal of Used - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 486
...387 Overheating ...367 Emission Control System Maintenance ...399,448 Engine ...396,397 Air Cleaner ...407 Air Cleaner Filter ...406 Block Heater ...309 Break-In Recommendations ...82 Checking Oil Level ...401 Compartment ...396,397 Coolant (Antifreeze) ...444 Cooling ...416 Exhaust Gas Caution - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 487
Mirrors ...91 Filters Air Cleaner ...406 Air Conditioning ...296,411 Automatic Transaxle ...427 Engine Oil ...405,444 Engine Oil Disposal ...405 Flashers Hazard Warning ...366 Turn Signal ...205,439,441 Flat Tire Stowage ...377 Fluid Capacities ...443 Fluid Leaks ...84 Fluid Level Checks Automatic - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 488
Flasher ...366 Head Phones ...264 Head Restraints ...119 Headlights ...143 Bulb Replacement ...438 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...148 Lights On Reminder ...145 Replacing ...438 Time Delay ...146 Heated Seats ...119 Heater ...274 Heater, Engine Block ...309 ...208 ...204 ...205 ...207 ...311 16 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 489
Control Module ...434 Interior Appearance Care ...430 Interior Lights ...143,144 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...149,296,298 Introduction ...4 Jack Location ...370,372,382,383 Jack Operation ...368,372,383 Jacking Instructions ...372,383 Jump Starting ...387 Key, Programming ...Key, Replacement - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 490
Lead Free Gasoline ...342 Life of Tires ...335 Liftgate ...34 Lights ...84,142 Airbag ...59,68,84,206 Alarm ...208 Anti-Lock ...207 Automatic Headlights ...145 Back-Up ...441 Battery Saver ...145 Brake Warning ...205 Bulb Replacement ...437,438 Center Mounted Stop ...442 Cruise ...211 Dimmer Switch - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 491
, Airbag ...68 Maintenance Free Battery ...409 Maintenance Procedures ...401 Maintenance Schedule ...448 Schedule "A" ...463 Schedule "B" ...451 Maintenance, Sunroof ...175 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 210,399 Manual, Service ...478 Map/Reading Lights ...158 Mini-Trip Computer - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 492
Pressure System ...337 Mopar Parts ...400,477 Multi-Function Control Lever ...147 Navigation System ...257 New Vehicle Break-In Period ...82 Occupant Restraints ...42 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...342 Odometer ...211 Oil, Engine ...401,444 Capacity ...443 Change Interval ...403 Checking ...401 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 493
Power Brakes ...314 Distribution Center ...434 Door Locks ...18 Lift Gate ...35 Mirrors ...92 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...175 Seats ...118 Sliding Door ...30 Steering ...317 Steering, Checking ...412 Sunroof ...173 Windows ...41 Power Steering Fluid ...445 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 494
Rear Air Conditioning ...282,291 Rear Cup Holder ...179 Rear Heater ...282 Rear Seat Removal ... Belt ...52 Remote Control ...258 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ...20 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...270 Removable Floor Console ...184,185 Replacement Keys ...15 Replacement Parts ...400 Replacement - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 495
...26 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...417,444 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ...13 Sentry Key Programming ...15 Service Assistance ...474 Service Contract ...476 Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . 210 Service Manuals ...478 Setting the Clock ...212 Shoulder Belts ...43 Signals, Turn - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 496
Storage ...159 Sunroof Maintenance ...175 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ...54 Synthetic Engine Oil ...405 System, Navigation ...257 Tachometer ...207 Tape Player ...238 Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ...284 Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ...208,367 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 497
...331 Replacement ...335 Rotation ...341 Safety ...320,328 Sizes ...321 Snow Tires ...340 Spare Tire ...371,382 Spinning ...333 Tread Wear Indicators ...334 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ...356 Towing ...350 Disabled Vehicle ...391 Guide ...353 Recreational ...363,392 Weight ...353 Traction Control - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 498
...356 Wiring ...361 Trailer Towing Guide ...353 Trailer Weight ...353 Transaxle ...309 Automatic ...309 Operation ...309 Overdrive ...312 Selection of Lubricant ...425,445 Transmission ...424 Automatic ...424 Filter ...427 Fluid ...425,445 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . 25 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 499
...366 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 204 Warnings and Cautions ...6 Warranty Information ...477 Washer, Adding Fluid ...299,414 Windshield Wipers ...148 Wiper Blade Replacement ...414 Wiper, Rear ...298 Wipers, Intermittent ...149 Zone Control (Temperature Control) ...275 10 - 2005 Dodge Caravan | Owner's Manual - Page 500
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
PAGE
1
INTRODUCTION
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3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
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9
3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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85
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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STARTING AND OPERATING
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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447
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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INDEX
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