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Chr
y
sler Group LL
C
11Y532-126-
AA
First Edition
Printed in U
.S.A.
2011 Grand Cara
van
Grand Cara
van
OWN
E
R’S MAN
U
AL
2011
Grand Cara
van
OWN
E
R’S MAN
UAL
2011
Chr
y
sler Group LL
C
11Y532-126-
AA
First Edition
Printed in U
.S.A.
2011 Grand Cara
van
2
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
5
Introduction
3
Table of Contents
5
Introduction
6
How to Use this Manual
6
Vehicle Identification Number
8
Warnings and Cautions
8
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
11
A Word about Your Keys
14
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)
14
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
14
Sentry Key
17
Replacement Keys
18
Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped
19
Rearming of the System
19
Illuminated Entry - if Equipped
21
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - if Equipped
21
Using the RKE Transmitter
22
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
23
Remote Starting System - if Equipped
30
How to Use Remote Start
30
Door Locks
34
Manual Door Locks
34
Power Door Locks - if Equipped
36
Power Vent Windows - if Equipped
39
Windows
39
Power Windows
40
Sliding Side Door
44
Power Sliding Side Door - if Equipped
45
Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock
49
Liftgate
51
Power Liftgate - if Equipped
52
Occupant Restraints
55
Lap/Shoulder Belts
59
Seat Belts in Passenger Seating Positions
65
Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) - if Equipped
65
Energy Management Feature
66
Seat Belt Pretensioners
67
Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR)
67
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
71
Seatbelt Lock out
72
Seat Belt Extender
73
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
73
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags
73
Airbag System Components
75
Advanced Front Airbag Features
76
Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls
79
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
86
Child Restraints
87
Rear Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only) - if Equipped
98
Restraining Infants and Small Children with Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only)
99
Engine Break-In Recommendations
101
Safety Tips
102
Transporting Passengers
102
Exhaust Gas
103
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
104
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
106
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
107
Mirrors
113
Inside Day/Night Mirror - if Equipped
113
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
114
Outside Mirrors
114
Driver's Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
115
Outside Mirror Folding Feature
115
Power Mirrors - if Equipped
116
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
116
Tilt Mirrors in Reverse (Available with Memory Seat Only) - if Equipped
117
Power Folding Mirrors - if Equipped
117
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - if Equipped
118
Blind Spot Monitoring - if Equipped
118
Rear Cross Path
124
Modes of Operation
126
Seats
127
Uconnect™ Phone - if Equipped
127
Voice Command - if Equipped
127
Power Seats - if Equipped
128
Power Lumbar - if Equipped
130
Heated Seats - if Equipped
130
Manual Front/Second Row Seat Adjuster
134
Manual Reclining Seats - if Equipped
135
Head Restraints
135
Stow 'N Go Seating - if Equipped
140
Quad Seats - if Equipped
146
Second Row Bench Seat - if Equipped
152
Third Row Power Recline - if Equipped
154
Third Row Power Folding Seat - if Equipped
154
Manually Folding Third Row Seats - if Equipped
156
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Hooks
159
Driver Memory Seat - if Equipped
160
Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE
160
Transmitter to Memory
160
Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)
163
To Open and Close the Hood
164
Lights
166
Interior Lighting
166
Parking Lights
168
Headlights
168
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped
168
Headlights on with Wipers - if Equipped
169
Headlight Delay - if Equipped
169
Daytime Running Lights - if Equipped
170
Front Fog Lights - if Equipped
170
Battery Protection
170
Multifunction Lever
171
Turn Signals
171
Lane Change Assist
172
High/Low Beam Switch
172
Flash-To-Pass
172
Windshield Wiper and Washers
172
Mist, Front Wiper and Washer
173
Intermittent, Low and High Speed Wipers
173
Rear Wiper and Washer
174
Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped
174
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
175
Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped
177
Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
178
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
179
To Activate
180
To Set a Desired Speed
181
To Deactivate
181
To Resume Speed
181
To Vary the Speed Setting
181
To Accelerate for Passing
182
Parksense Rear Park Assist - if Equipped
183
Parksense Sensors
183
Parksense Warning Display
183
Parksense Display
184
Enabling and Disabling Parksense
187
Service the Parksense Rear Park Assist System
188
Cleaning the Parksense System
189
Parksense System Usage Precautions
189
Parkview Rear Back up Camera - if Equipped
192
Turning Parkview on or off - with Navigation/Multimedia Radio
193
Turning Parkview on or off - Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio
194
Overhead Consoles
194
Front Overhead Console
194
Courtesy/Interior Lighting
195
Sunglass Storage (Non-Sunroof Only)
195
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights - if Equipped
197
Rear Overhead Consoles - if Equipped
197
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
198
Programming Homelink
200
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
202
Using Homelink
203
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
203
Security
203
Troubleshooting Tips
204
General Information
204
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
205
Opening Sunroof - Express
205
Opening the Sunroof - Manual Mode
205
Closing Sunroof - Express
206
Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
206
Pinch Protect Feature
206
Venting Sunroof - Express
206
Sunshade Operation
206
Wind Buffeting
207
Sunroof Maintenance
207
Ignition off Operation
207
Electrical Power Outlets - if Equipped
207
Power Inverter - if Equipped
212
Cupholders
213
Instrument Panel Cupholders
214
Super Console - if Equipped
214
Premium Console Cupholders - if Equipped
215
Interior Bottle Holders
216
Smoker's Package Kit - if Equipped
217
UNDERSTANDING the FEATURES of YOUR VEHICLE Storage
217
Glove Compartments
217
Door Trim Panel Storage
219
Driver Seatback Storage - if Equipped
219
Umbrella Holder
220
Second Row Seat Storage Bins - if Equipped
220
Storage bin Safety Warning
222
Coat Hooks
223
Cargo Area Storage
224
Console Features
224
Basic Console
225
Premium Console - if Equipped
226
Super Console - if Equipped
229
Cargo Area Features
231
Rechargeable Flashlight
231
Rear Window Features
232
Rear Window Defroster
232
Rear Load-Leveling System - if Equipped
233
Roof Luggage Rack - if Equipped
234
Deploying the Crossbars
235
Sun Screens - if Equipped
240
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
243
Instrument Panel Features
247
Instrument Cluster - Base
248
Instrument Cluster - Premium
249
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
250
Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC)
263
If Equipped
263
CMTC Reset Buttons
264
Compass/Temperature Display
265
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - if Equipped
267
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
269
Fuel Economy
275
Vehicle Speed
276
Trip Info
277
Units
278
Vehicle Info
278
(Customer Information Features)
278
Compass / Temperature Display
279
Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
281
Media Center 730N/430/430N
286
If Equipped
286
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) - if Equipped
286
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - if Equipped
286
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)
287
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
287
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
290
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
292
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
295
Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES+RSC)
295
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
296
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
301
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
303
List Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
306
Info Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
306
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped
307
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - if Equipped
311
Ipod /USB/MP3 Control - if Equipped
311
Connecting the Ipod or External USB Device
312
Using this Feature
313
Controlling the Ipod or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons
313
Play Mode
314
List or Browse Mode
315
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
317
Video Entertainment System (VES)™ - if Equipped
318
Steering Wheel Audio Controls - if Equipped
320
Radio Operation
321
CD Player
321
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
322
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones
322
Climate Controls
323
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System - if Equipped
323
Three-Zone Temperature Control - if Equipped
328
Rear Manual Climate Control - if Equipped
332
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if Equipped
335
Summer Operation
344
Winter Operation
345
Starting and Operating
347
Starting Procedures
351
Automatic Transmission
351
Normal Starting
351
Extreme Cold Weather (below -20°F or -29°C)
352
If the Engine Fails to Start
352
After Starting
353
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
353
Automatic Transmission
354
Key Ignition Park Interlock
354
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
355
Fuel Economy (Econ) Mode
355
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
356
Gear Ranges
357
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
362
Acceleration
362
Traction
362
Starting and Operating
362
Driving through Water
363
Flowing/Rising Water
363
Shallow Standing Water
363
Power Steering
365
Power Steering Fluid Check
366
Parking Brake
366
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
369
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
370
Electronic Brake Control System
371
Traction Control System (TCS)
371
Brake Assist System (BAS)
372
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
373
Tire Safety Information
376
Tire Markings
376
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
380
Tire Terminology and Definitions
381
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
382
Tires - General Information
386
Tire Pressure
386
Tire Inflation Pressures
387
Tire Pressures for High-Speed Operation
388
Radial-Ply Tires
389
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and Wheel - if Equipped
389
Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
390
Full Size Spare - if Equipped
391
Limited-Use Spare - if Equipped
391
Tire Spinning
392
Tread Wear Indicators
392
Life of Tire
393
Replacement Tires
394
Tire Chains
395
Snow Tires
396
Tire Rotation Recommendations
397
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
398
Base System
400
Premium System - if Equipped
402
Fuel Requirements
407
3.6L Engine
407
Reformulated Gasoline
407
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
408
E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
408
MMT in Gasoline
409
Materials Added to Fuel
409
Fuel System Cautions
410
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
411
Flexible Fuel - if Equipped
411
E-85 General Information
411
Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
413
Fuel Requirements
413
Selection of Engine Oil for Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles
414
Starting
414
Cruising Range
414
Replacement Parts
415
Maintenance
415
Adding Fuel
415
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
415
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
417
Vehicle Loading
417
Vehicle Certification Label
417
Trailer Towing
420
Common Towing Definitions
420
Towing Tips
433
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
434
What to Do in Emergencies
435
Hazard Warning Flashers
436
If Your Engine Overheats
436
Jacking and Tire Changing
437
Jack Location
438
Spare Tire Removal
439
Preparations for Jacking
439
Jacking Instructions
440
Wheel Nuts
447
Secure the Spare Tire
448
Jump-Starting Procedure
450
Preparations for Jump-Start
451
Jump-Starting Procedure
452
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
454
Shift Lever Override
455
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
456
Without the Ignition Key
458
Maintaining Your Vehicle
459
Engine Compartment - 3.6L
461
Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
462
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
462
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
463
Dealer Service
465
Maintenance Procedures
465
Engine Oil
466
Replacement Parts
465
Engine Oil Filter
468
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
469
Exhaust System
470
Maintenance-Free Battery
472
Air Conditioner Maintenance
473
Body Lubrication
476
Windshield Wiper Blades
476
Cooling System
478
Brakes
483
Automatic Transmission
485
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
487
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Cupholders
492
Fuses
493
Totally Integrated Power Module
493
Replacement Bulbs
500
Vehicle Storage
500
Bulb Replacement
501
Headlamps
501
Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps
502
Fog Lamps
502
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and Backup Lamps
502
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
503
License Lamp
504
Fluid Capacities
504
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
505
Engine
505
Chassis
506
Service Schedule
512
If You Need Consumer Assistance
523
If You Need Assistance
525
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center
526
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
526
In Mexico Contact
526
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
527
Service Contract
527
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
525
Prepare for the Appointment
525
Prepare a List
525
Be Reasonable with Requests
525
MOPAR Parts
528
Reporting Safety Defects
528
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
528
In Canada
529
Warranty Information
528
Publication Order Forms
529
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Model
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Category
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Language
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