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2017 Grand Caravan
Fourth Edition
Printed in U.S.A.
17Y532-126-AD
©2016 FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Dodge is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC.
STICK WITH THE SPECIALISTS
®
Grand Caravan
OWNER’S MANUAL
2017
2
Table of Contents
Introduction
5
Introduction 3
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
13
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)
13
Key Fob
13
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
13
Removing Key Fob from Ignition
15
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
16
Sentry Key
16
Replacement Keys
16
Customer Key Fob Programming
17
General Information
17
Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped
17
Rearming of the System
17
To Arm the System
18
To Disarm the System
18
Tamper Alert
19
Security System Manual Override
19
Illuminated Approach
19
Remote Keyless Entry
19
Using the Key Fob
20
Power Open/Close Power Liftgate - if Equipped
23
Programming Additional Key Fobs
25
Key Fob Battery Replacement
25
General Information
27
How to Use Remote Start
27
Remote Start Abort Messages
28
To Enter Remote Start Mode
28
To Enter the Vehicle after Remote Start
29
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 27
29
To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the
29
Cancel Remote Start
29
To Turn off the Engine While in Remote Start Mode
29
When to Reset Remote Start
30
General Information
30
Remote Starting System - if Equipped
27
Door Locks
30
Manual Door Locks
30
Power Door Locks - if Equipped
32
Windows
33
Power Vent Windows - if Equipped
33
Power Windows
34
Sliding Side Door
37
Power Sliding Side Door - if Equipped
38
Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock
41
Liftgate
42
Power Liftgate - if Equipped
43
Occupant Restraint Systems
45
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
45
Important Safety Precautions
46
Seat Belt Systems
47
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
63
Child Restraints
74
Transporting Pets
97
Engine Break-In Recommendations
98
Safety Tips
98
Transporting Passengers
98
Exhaust Gas
99
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
99
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
101
The Vehicle
101
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
103
Mirrors
108
Inside Day/Night Mirror - if Equipped
108
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
108
Outside Mirrors
109
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
109
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
109
Power Mirrors - if Equipped
109
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
110
Power Folding Mirrors - if Equipped
110
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - if Equipped
111
Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) - if Equipped
112
Rear Cross Path (RCP)
116
Modes of Operation
117
General Information
118
Uconnect Phone - if Equipped
118
Operation
120
Phone Call Features
126
Uconnect Phone Features
128
Advanced Phone Connectivity
132
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect
133
Phone
133
General Information
142
Voice Command - if Equipped
142
Voice Command System Operation
142
Commands
143
Voice Training
147
Seats
147
Power Seats - if Equipped
148
Power Lumbar - if Equipped
149
Heated Seats - if Equipped
150
Manual Front/Second Row Seat Adjuster
152
Manual Reclining Seats - if Equipped
153
Head Restraints
153
Stow 'N Go Seating - if Equipped
157
Quad Seats - if Equipped
163
Second Row Bench Seat - if Equipped
166
Third Row Power Recline - if Equipped
167
Third Row Power Folding Seat - if Equipped
168
Manually Folding Third Row Seats - if Equipped
170
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Hooks
173
Driver Memory Seat - if Equipped
173
Programming the Memory Feature
173
Linking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob to Memory
174
Memory Position Recall
175
Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)
175
To Open and Close the Hood
176
Lights
178
Headlight Switch
178
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped
178
Headlights on with Wipers - if Equipped
179
Headlight Delay - if Equipped
179
Lights-On Reminder
179
Daytime Running Lights - if Equipped
180
Front Fog Lights - if Equipped
180
Dimmer Controls
180
Multifunction Lever
182
Turn Signals
182
Lane Change Assist
182
High/Low Beam Switch
183
Flash-To-Pass
183
Battery Protection
183
Windshield Wiper and Washers
183
Intermittent Wiper System
184
Windshield Wiper Operation
184
Windshield Washers
184
Mist Feature
184
Rear Wiper and Washer
185
Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped
185
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
186
Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped
187
Speed Control - if Equipped
188
To Activate
188
To Set a Desired Speed
189
To Deactivate
189
To Resume Speed
189
To Vary the Speed Setting
189
To Accelerate for Passing
190
Parksense Rear Park Assist - if Equipped
190
Parksense Sensors
191
Parksense Warning Display
191
Parksense Display
192
Enabling/Disabling Parksense
195
Service the Parksense Rear Park Assist System
195
Cleaning the Parksense System
195
Parksense System Usage Precautions
196
Parkview Rear Back up Camera - if Equipped
197
Overhead Consoles
199
Front Overhead Console
199
Courtesy/Interior Lighting
199
Sunglass Storage (Non-Sunroof Only) Sunglass Storage
200
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights - if Equipped
202
Rear Overhead Consoles - if Equipped
202
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
203
Before You Begin Programming Homelink
204
Programming a Rolling Code
204
Programming a Non-Rolling Code
206
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
207
Using Homelink
209
Security
209
Troubleshooting Tips
209
General Information
210
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
211
Opening Sunroof - Express
211
Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode
212
Closing Sunroof - Express
212
Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
212
Pinch Protect Feature
212
Venting Sunroof - Express
212
Sunshade Operation
212
Wind Buffeting
212
Sunroof Maintenance
213
Ignition off Operation
213
Electrical Power Outlets - if Equipped
213
Power Inverter - if Equipped
216
Cupholders
217
Instrument Panel Cupholders
218
Super Console - if Equipped
218
Premium Console Cupholders - if Equipped
219
Interior Bottle Holders
220
Smoker's Package Kit - if Equipped
221
Storage
221
Glove Compartments
221
Door Trim Panel Storage
222
Driver Seatback Storage - if Equipped
223
Umbrella Holder
223
Second Row Seat Storage Bins - if Equipped
224
Storage bin Safety Warning
224
Coat Hooks
225
Cargo Area Storage
226
Console Features
226
Basic Console
226
Premium Console - if Equipped
227
Super Console - if Equipped
230
Load Leveling System - if Equipped
232
Rear Window Features
232
Rear Window Defroster
232
Roof Luggage Rack - if Equipped
233
Deploying the Crossbars
234
Sun Screens - if Equipped
238
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
241
Instrument Panel Features
244
Instrument Cluster
245
Warning and Indicator Lights
249
Red Telltale Indicator Lights
250
Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
258
Green Telltale Indicator Lights
265
Blue Telltale Indicator Lights
266
White Telltale Indicator Lights
267
Instrument Cluster Display- if Equipped
268
Instrument Cluster Display
269
Oil Change Required
272
Fuel Economy
272
Vehicle Speed
273
Trip Info
274
Tire Pressure
274
Units
274
Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
275
Messages
275
Compass/Temperature Display
275
Turn Menu off
277
Customer-Programmable Features
277
(System Setup)
277
Cybersecurity
282
Radio 430/430N CD/DVD/Hdd/Nav
283
If Equipped
283
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System)
283
Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) - if
283
Equipped
283
Radio 130
284
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
284
Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play
286
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
288
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
290
Radio 130 with Satellite Radio
290
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
290
Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play
295
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
296
LIST Button - CD Mode for MP3 Play
298
INFO Button - CD Mode for MP3 Play
299
Uconnect (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped
299
Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) - if Equipped
302
Ipod/Usb/Mp3 Control - if Equipped
302
Connecting the Ipod or External USB Device
303
Using this Feature
304
Controlling the Ipod or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons
304
Play Mode
304
List or Browse Mode
305
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
307
Uconnect Multimedia - Video
307
If Equipped
307
Getting Started
308
Play Video Games
308
Play a DVD Using the Touchscreen Radio
310
Play a DVD Using the VES Player - if Equipped
311
VES Remote Control - if Equipped
313
Remote Control Storage
315
Locking the Remote Control
315
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries
315
Headphones Operation
316
Controls
317
Replacing the Headphone Batteries
317
Accessibility - if Equipped
317
Unwired Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited
317
Warranty
317
System Information
318
Steering Wheel Audio Controls - if Equipped
328
Radio Operation
329
CD Player
329
CD/DVD/Blu-Ray Disc Maintenance
329
Climate Controls
330
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System - if
331
Equipped
331
Rear Manual Climate Control - if Equipped
335
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if Equipped
336
Operating Tips
343
Radio Operation and Mobile Devices
330
General Information
330
Starting and Operating
347
Starting Procedures
350
Automatic Transmission
350
Normal Starting
350
Extreme Cold Weather (below -22°F or −30°C)
351
If the Engine Fails to Start
351
After Starting
351
Automatic Transmission
352
Key Ignition Park Interlock
353
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
354
Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode
354
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
355
Gear Ranges
356
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
352
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
362
Acceleration
362
Traction
362
Driving through Water
362
Flowing/Rising Water
363
Shallow Standing Water
363
Power Steering
364
Power Steering Fluid Check
365
Parking Brake
365
Brake System
367
Electronic Brake Control System
367
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
367
Brake System Warning Light
367
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
368
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
369
Brake Assist System (BAS)
369
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
370
Traction Control System (TCS)
372
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
372
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
375
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
376
Tire Safety Information
377
Tire Markings
377
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
380
Tire Terminology and Definitions
381
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
382
Tires - General Information
387
Tire Pressure
387
Tire Inflation Pressures
388
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation
389
Radial Ply Tires
389
Tire Types
390
Run Flat Tires - if Equipped
391
Spare Tires - if Equipped
391
Tire Spinning
394
Tread Wear Indicators
394
Life of Tire
395
Replacement Tires
395
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
396
Tire Rotation Recommendations
397
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
398
Treadwear
398
Traction Grades
398
Temperature Grades
399
Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
399
Base System
401
Premium System
403
Fuel Requirements
407
3.6L Engine
407
Reformulated Gasoline
407
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
407
E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
408
CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications
408
MMT in Gasoline
408
Materials Added to Fuel
409
Fuel System Cautions
409
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
410
Flexible Fuel - if Equipped
410
E-85 General Information
410
Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
410
Fuel Requirements
411
Selection of Engine Oil for Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles
411
Cruising Range
412
Replacement Parts
412
Maintenance
412
Adding Fuel
413
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
413
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
414
Vehicle Loading
414
Vehicle Certification Label
414
Trailer Towing
416
Common Towing Definitions
416
Towing Tips
425
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
426
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
426
Recreational Towing - All Models
427
What to Do in Emergencies
429
Hazard Warning Flashers
430
If Your Engine Overheats
430
Tire Service Kit - if Equipped
431
Tire Service Kit Storage
431
Tire Service Kit Components and Operation
432
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
433
Sealing a Tire with Tire Service Kit
435
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications
439
Torque Specifications
439
Equipped
441
Jack Location
441
Spare Tire Removal
442
To Access Spare Tire Winch Drive Nut
442
Spare Tire Tools
444
Spare Tire Removal Instructions
445
Preparations for Jacking
446
Jacking Instructions
447
Securing the Compact Spare Tire
453
Road Tire Installation
454
Jump-Starting
456
Preparations for Jump-Start
456
Jump-Starting Procedure
457
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
459
Gear Selector Override
460
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
461
Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)
462
Event Data Recorder (Edr)
463
Maintaining Your Vehicle
465
Engine Compartment - 3.6L
467
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II
468
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity
468
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
469
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
469
Dealer Service
470
Replacement Parts
470
Maintenance Procedures
471
Engine Oil
471
Engine Oil Filter
473
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
474
Exhaust System
474
Maintenance-Free Battery
476
Air Conditioner Maintenance
476
Body Lubrication
478
Windshield Wiper Blades
479
Cooling System
480
Brake System
484
Automatic Transmission
485
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
487
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Cupholders
492
Fuses
492
Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
493
Vehicle Storage
498
Replacement Bulbs
499
Bulb Replacement
500
Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps
500
Headlamps
500
Fog Lamps
501
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and Backup Lamps
501
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
502
License Lamp
502
Fluid Capacities
503
Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts
504
Engine
504
Chassis
506
If You Need Consumer Assistance
513
If You Need Assistance
514
FCA US LLC Customer Center
515
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
515
In Mexico Contact
515
Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
515
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
516
Service Contract
516
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
514
Prepare for the Appointment
514
Prepare a List
514
Be Reasonable with Requests
514
Mopar Parts
517
Reporting Safety Defects
517
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
517
In Canada
518
Warranty Information
517
Publication Order Forms
518
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