2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Owner's Manual
Year:
2016
Make:
Dodge
Model:
Grand Caravan
Rating:
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
5
INTRODUCTION
6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
6
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
8
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
8
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
9
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)
14
Key Fob
15
Removing Key Fob From Ignition
16
Replacement Keys
19
Customer Key Programming
19
Rearming Of The System
20
To Arm The System
20
To Disarm The System
21
Tamper Alert
22
Security System Manual Override
22
Using The RKE Transmitter
23
Remote Unlock Doors And Liftgate
25
Remote Key Unlock On First Press
25
Remote Lock Doors And Liftgate
26
Sound Horn With Remote Lock
26
Using The Panic Alarm
27
Power Open/Close Power Liftgate — If Equipped
27
Power Open/Close Left Power Sliding Door — If Equipped
28
Power Open/Close Right Power Sliding Door — If Equipped
28
Turn Off Flash Lights With RKE Lock — If Equipped
29
Programming Additional Transmitters
30
Transmitter Battery Replacement
30
How To Use Remote Start
33
Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped
34
To Enter Remote Start Mode
34
To Enter The Vehicle After Remote Start
35
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
35
Cancel Remote Start
35
To Turn Off The Engine While In Remote Start Mode
36
When To Reset Remote Start
36
Manual Door Locks
37
Power Door Locks — If Equipped
38
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
40
Power Vent Windows — If Equipped
41
Power Windows
41
Power Window Lockout Switch — If Equipped
42
Front Passenger Power Window Switch
43
Auto-Down Feature — If Equipped
44
Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped
44
Auto Up Reset — If Equipped
45
Sliding Side Door Power Window Switch — If Equipped
45
Power Sliding Side Door — If Equipped
47
Power Sliding Side Door Open Flash
50
Power Sliding Side Door Power Switch
50
Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock
51
To Engage The Child Protection Door Lock
51
Important Safety Precautions
58
Seat Belt Systems
60
Driver And Passenger BeltAlert (If Equipped)
60
Lap/Shoulder Belts
62
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
65
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
67
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
67
Third Row Center Belt Operating Instructions
68
Seat Belt Extender
73
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
74
Seat Belt Pretensioner
74
Energy Management Feature
75
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) — If Equipped
75
Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR)
78
Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)
80
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
81
Air Bag System Components
81
Advanced Front Air Bags
81
Advanced Front Air Bag Features
83
Advanced Front Air Bag Operation
84
Knee Impact Bolsters
85
Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
85
Supplemental Side Air Bags
85
If A Deployment Occurs
90
Enhanced Accident Response System
92
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure
92
Air Bag Warning Light
92
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
94
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
95
Child Restraints
96
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
98
Infants And Child Restraints
99
Older Children And Child Restraints
100
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
101
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
103
Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System
104
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
105
Locating LATCH Anchorages
107
Locating Tether Anchorages
109
Center Seat LATCH
110
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
110
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt:
111
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt
112
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
113
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
115
Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped
116
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage:
117
Transporting Pets
120
Transporting Passengers
121
Exhaust Gas
122
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
123
Seat Belts
123
Air Bag Warning Light
123
Defroster
123
Floor Mat Safety Information
123
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
125
Tires
125
Lights
125
Door Latches
125
Fluid Leaks
125
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped
133
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
133
Outside Mirrors
134
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
135
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
135
Power Mirrors — If Equipped
135
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
136
Power Folding Mirrors — If Equipped
136
Rear Cross Path (RCP)
143
Modes Of Operation
145
Operation
149
Voice Command Tree
150
Help Command
150
Cancel Command
150
Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone
150
Dial By Saying A Number
152
Call By Saying A Name
152
Phonebook Download — Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone
152
Add Names To Your Uconnect Phonebook
153
Edit Uconnect Phonebook Entries
154
Delete Uconnect Phonebook Entry
155
Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect Phonebook Entries
156
List All Names In The Uconnect Phonebook
157
Phone Call Features
157
Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress
158
Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress
158
Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Progress
158
Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold
159
Toggling Between Calls
159
Conference Call
159
Three-Way Calling
159
Call Termination
160
Redial
160
Call Continuation
160
Uconnect Phone Features
161
Language Selection
161
Emergency Assistance
161
Roadside Assistance/Towing Assistance
162
Paging
162
Voice Mail Calling
163
Working With Automated Systems
163
Barge In — Overriding Prompts
164
Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF
164
Phone And Network Status Indicators
164
Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad
165
Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF)
165
Advanced Phone Connectivity
166
Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone
166
Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect Phone And Mobile Phone
166
List Paired Mobile Phone Names
166
Select Another Mobile Phone
167
Delete Uconnect Phone Paired Mobile Phones
167
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone
168
Uconnect Phone Tutorial
168
Voice Training
168
Reset
168
Voice Command
169
Far End Audio Performance
170
Recent Calls
171
SMS
171
Bluetooth Communication Link
173
Power-Up
173
Voice Command System Operation
179
Commands
181
Changing The Volume
181
Main Menu
181
Radio AM
182
Radio FM
182
Satellite Radio
182
Disc Mode
183
USB Mode
183
Bluetooth Streaming (BT) Mode
183
Memo Mode
184
Setup
185
Power Seats — If Equipped
186
Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
188
Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
188
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
188
Reclining The Seatback
188
Power Lumbar — If Equipped
189
Heated Seats — If Equipped
190
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
190
Front Heated Seats
190
Rear Heated Seats
191
Manual Front/Second Row Seat Adjuster
193
Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped
194
Head Restraints
195
Supplemental Active Head Restraints — Front Seats
195
Head Restraints — Second Row Quad Seats
198
Head Restraints — Second Row Bench
198
Head Restraints — Third Row
199
Stow 'n Go Seating — If Equipped
199
Second Row Stow 'n Go
199
To Unstow Second Row Seats
203
Stow 'n Go Seat — Folded And Latched Position
203
Easy Entry Second Row
205
Quad Seats — If Equipped
206
Manual Recline
207
Fold-Flat
208
Easy Entry
208
Removal
209
Second Row Bench Seat — If Equipped
210
Third Row Power Recline — If Equipped
211
Third Row Power Folding Seat — If Equipped
212
Manually Folding Third Row Seats — If Equipped
214
To Unfold Third Row Seats
217
Tailgate Mode
217
Programming The Memory Feature
219
Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
219
Memory Position Recall
220
Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat Only)
221
Headlight Switch
224
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
225
Headlights On With Wipers — If Equipped
225
Headlight Delay — If Equipped
225
Lights-On Reminder
226
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped
226
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped
227
Dimmer Controls
227
Interior Lighting On
228
Interior Lighting Off
228
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
228
Halo Lights — If Equipped
228
Multifunction Lever
229
Turn Signals
230
Turn Signal Warning
230
Lane Change Assist
230
High/Low Beam Switch
230
Flash-To-Pass
231
Intermittent Wiper System
232
Windshield Wiper Operation
232
Windshield Washers
233
Mist Feature
233
Rear Wiper And Washer
233
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
233
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
235
To Activate
239
To Set A Desired Speed
239
To Deactivate
240
To Resume Speed
240
To Vary The Speed Setting
240
To Accelerate For Passing
242
ParkSense Sensors
243
ParkSense Warning Display
243
ParkSense Display
244
Enabling/Disabling ParkSense
248
Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
248
Cleaning The ParkSense System
249
ParkSense System Usage Precautions
249
Front Overhead Console
253
Courtesy/Interior Lighting
254
Sunglass Storage (Non-Sunroof Only)
255
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights — If Equipped
257
Rear Overhead Consoles — If Equipped
258
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink
260
Programming A Rolling Code
261
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button (Rolling Code)
263
Programming A Non-Rolling Code
263
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button (Non-Rolling Code)
264
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
265
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button (Canadian/Gate Operator)
266
Using HomeLink
266
Security
267
Troubleshooting Tips
267
Opening Sunroof — Express
270
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode
270
Closing Sunroof — Express
270
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode
270
Pinch Protect Feature
270
Venting Sunroof — Express
271
Sunshade Operation
271
Wind Buffeting
271
Sunroof Maintenance
271
Ignition Off Operation
272
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED
272
Instrument Panel Cupholders
278
Super Console — If Equipped
279
Premium Console Cupholders — If Equipped
280
Interior Bottle Holders
281
Glove Compartments
282
Upper Glove Compartment
282
Lower Glove Compartment
283
Door Trim Panel Storage
284
Front Door Storage
284
Driver Seatback Storage — If Equipped
284
Umbrella Holder
285
Second Row Seat Storage Bins — If Equipped
285
Storage Bin Safety Warning
287
Seat Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Lever
287
Coat Hooks
288
Basic Console
289
To Remove The Basic Floor Console
290
To Reinstall The Basic Floor Console
290
Premium Console — If Equipped
291
Dual Storage Bins
293
To Remove The Premium Floor Console
294
Rear Window Defroster
296
Deploying The Crossbars
298
Stowing The Crossbars
302
SUN SCREENS — IF EQUIPPED
304
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
307
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
311
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE
312
Red Telltale Indicator Lights
323
Air Bag Warning Light
323
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
324
Brake Warning Light
325
Charging System Warning Light
327
Coolant Temperature Warning Light
328
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
329
Oil Pressure Warning Light
330
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
330
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
331
Door Open Warning Light — If Equipped
332
Liftgate Open Warning Light
332
Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
333
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
333
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
334
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped
335
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light — If Equipped
335
Low Fuel Indicator Light
336
Low Washer Fluid Indicator Light — If Equipped
336
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
337
Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light
339
Green Telltale Indicator Lights
342
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
342
Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
343
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
343
Blue Telltale Indicator Light
344
High Beam Indicator Light
344
White Telltale Indicator Light
345
Cruise Control Cancelled Light
345
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
348
Oil Change Required
351
Fuel Economy
352
Average Fuel Economy
353
Distance To Empty (DTE)
353
Current Fuel Economy (MPG or L/100 km)
354
Vehicle Speed
354
Trip Info
355
Trip A
355
Trip B
355
Elapsed Time
355
To Reset A Trip Function
355
Tire Pressure
355
Units
356
Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
356
Compass / Temperature Display
357
Automatic Compass Calibration
357
Manual Compass Calibration
358
Compass Variance
358
Turn Menu Off
360
Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
360
Language
360
Nav–Turn By Turn
360
Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist System — If Equipped
361
Auto Lock Doors
361
Auto Unlock Doors
361
Remote Unlock Sequence
362
RKE Linked To Memory- If Equipped
362
Remote Start Comfort Sys.
362
Horn With Remote Lock
363
Flash Lamps With Lock
363
Automatic High Beams — If Equipped
363
Headlamp Off Delay
363
Headlamps With Wipers (Available With Auto Headlights Only)
364
Intermittent Wiper Options — If Equipped
364
Key-Off Power Delay
364
Illuminated Approach
365
Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped
365
Flashers With Sliding Door
365
Easy Exit Seat
365
Tilt Mirror In Reverse — If Equipped
366
Blind Spot Alert — If Equipped
366
Calibrate Compass
367
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped
367
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode
368
Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)
368
Electronic Volume Control
368
SEEK Buttons
368
TIME Button
369
Clock Setting Procedure
369
RW/FF
369
TUNE Control
369
Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade
369
AM/FM Button
370
SET/RND Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory
370
Buttons 1 - 6
371
DISC Button
371
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play
371
Inserting Compact Disc(s)
371
EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD
372
SEEK Button
372
TIME Button
373
RW/FF
373
AM/FM Button
373
SET/RND Button (Random Play Button)
373
Notes On Playing MP3 Files
373
Supported Media (Disc Types)
373
Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)
374
Supported MP3 File Formats
375
Playback Of MP3 Files
376
Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode
376
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode
377
Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)
377
Electronic Volume Control
377
SEEK Buttons
377
Voice Command System (Radio) — If Equipped
378
Voice Command Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped
378
Phone Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped
378
TIME Button
378
Clock Setting Procedure
378
INFO Button
379
RW/FF
379
TUNE Control
379
Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade
379
MUSIC TYPE Button
380
SETUP Button
382
AM/FM Button
382
SET/RND Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory
382
Buttons 1 - 6
383
DISC/AUX Button
383
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play
383
Inserting Compact Disc(s)
383
EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD
384
SEEK Button
384
TIME Button
384
RW/FF
385
AM/FM Button
385
SET/RND Button (Random Play Button)
385
Notes On Playing MP3 Files
385
Supported Media (Disc Types)
385
Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)
385
Supported MP3 File Formats
386
Playback Of MP3 Files
387
LIST Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play
388
INFO Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play
388
Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode
388
TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)
389
Uconnect (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped
389
System Activation
389
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
389
ESN/SID Access
390
Selecting Uconnect (Satellite) Mode
390
Satellite Antenna
390
Reception Quality
390
Operating Instructions — Uconnect (Satellite) Mode
391
SEEK Buttons
391
SCAN Button
391
INFO Button
391
RW/FF
391
TUNE Control (Rotary)
391
MUSIC TYPE Button
392
SETUP Button
392
SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory
392
Buttons 1 - 6
393
Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device
394
Using This Feature
395
Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons
395
Play Mode
395
List Or Browse Mode
397
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
399
Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons
399
Play Mode
399
Selecting A Different Audio Device
399
Next Track
399
Previous Track
399
Getting Started
400
Blu-ray Disc Player
401
Play A Blu-ray Disc
401
Play Video Games
402
Using The Remote Control
404
Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls
405
Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1
406
Using The Remote Control
406
Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls
406
Dual Video Screen
407
Play A DVD Using The Touchscreen Radio
407
Using The Remote Control
407
Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls
408
Play A DVD Using The VES Player — If Equipped
410
Using The Remote Control
410
Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls
411
Play A Blu-ray Disc Using The Blu-ray Player — If Equipped
413
Using The Remote Control
413
Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls
414
Listen To An Audio Source While A Video Is Playing
415
Using The Remote Control
415
Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls
416
Important Notes For Dual Video Screen System
417
VES Remote Control — If Equipped
418
Controls And Indicators
418
Blu-ray Player Remote Control — If Equipped
421
Controls And Indicators
421
Remote Control Storage
422
Locking The Remote Control
423
Replacing The Remote Control Batteries
423
Headphones Operation
424
Blu-ray Headphones Operation
425
Controls
426
Replacing The Headphone Batteries
427
Unwired Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited Warranty
427
System Information
428
Shared Modes
428
Information Mode Display
430
Numeric Keypad Menu
430
Station List Menu
431
Disc Menu
432
Display Settings
432
Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed
433
Disc Formats
433
Display
439
Radio Operation
448
CD Player
448
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System — If Equipped
450
Economy Mode
455
Max A/C
455
Rear Manual Climate Control — If Equipped
455
Rear Blower Control
456
Rear Temperature Control
457
Rear Mode Control
457
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped
458
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
461
Manual Operation Override
462
Air Conditioning (A/C)
462
Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The Front ATC Panel
463
Rear Mode Control
464
Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped
465
Rear Blower Control
467
Rear Temperature Control
467
Rear Mode Control
467
Operating Tips
468
Summer Operation
468
Winter Operation
468
Vacation/Storage
469
Window Fogging
469
Outside Air Intake
469
A/C Air Filter
469
Operating Tips Chart
470
Automatic Transmission
475
Normal Starting
475
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F Or −30°C)
476
If The Engine Fails To Start
476
After Starting
477
Key Ignition Park Interlock
480
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
481
Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode
481
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
482
Gear Ranges
483
PARK (P)
484
REVERSE (R)
486
NEUTRAL (N)
486
DRIVE (D)
487
Transmission Limp Home Mode
488
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation
489
Overdrive Operation
490
Acceleration
491
Flowing/Rising Water
492
Power Steering Fluid Check
495
PARKING BRAKE
496
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
499
Brake System Warning Light
499
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
499
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
501
Brake Assist System (BAS)
502
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
502
Towing With HSA
504
Disabling And Enabling HSA
504
Traction Control System (TCS)
505
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
506
ESC Operating Modes
507
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and ESC OFF Indicator Light
509
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
510
Tire Markings
511
Tire Sizing Chart
513
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
515
Tire Terminology And Definitions
517
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
518
Tire And Loading Information Placard Location
518
Tire And Loading Information Placard
519
Tire Pressure
523
Safety
523
Fuel Economy
524
Tread Wear
524
Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability
524
Tire Inflation Pressures
524
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
526
Radial Ply Tires
526
Tire Types
527
All Season Tires — If Equipped
527
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
527
Snow Tires
528
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
528
Spare Tires — If Equipped
529
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
529
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
529
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
530
Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped
531
Tire Spinning
531
Tread Wear Indicators
532
Life Of Tire
533
Replacement Tires
533
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
535
Base System
540
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Tire Pressure Warnings
541
Premium System — If Equipped
543
TPMS Low Pressure Warnings
543
SERVICE TPM SYSTEM Message
544
3.6L Engine
546
Reformulated Gasoline
547
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
547
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
548
MMT In Gasoline
548
Materials Added To Fuel
549
Fuel System Cautions
549
E-85 General Information
551
Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
551
Fuel Requirements
552
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
553
Starting
553
Cruising Range
553
Replacement Parts
553
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
554
Vehicle Certification Label
556
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
557
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
557
Tire Size
557
Rim Size
557
Inflation Pressure
558
Curb Weight
558
Overloading
558
Common Towing Definitions
559
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
559
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
559
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
560
Tongue Weight (TW)
560
Frontal Area
560
Trailer Sway Control
560
Weight-Carrying Hitch
561
Weight-Distributing Hitch
561
Trailer Hitch Classification
562
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
563
Trailer And Tongue Weight
564
Towing Requirements
565
Towing Requirements — Tires
567
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
567
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
569
Towing Tips
570
Automatic Transmission
570
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
571
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
572
Recreational Towing — All Models
573
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
575
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
577
Tire Service Kit Storage
579
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation
580
Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses
580
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
581
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
583
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:
583
(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
584
(C) Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The Deflated Tire:
584
(D) Drive Vehicle:
587
(E) After Driving:
587
Jack Location
591
Spare Tire Removal
592
To Access Spare Tire Winch Drive Nut
593
Super Console
593
Premium/Base/Cargo Center Console
594
Spare Tire Tools
595
Spare Tire Removal Instructions
596
Preparations For Jacking
598
Jacking Instructions
599
Securing The Compact Spare Tire
606
Road Tire Installation
608
Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers
608
Preparations For Jump-Start
611
Jump-Starting Procedure
612
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
614
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
615
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
617
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
621
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
624
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
625
REPLACEMENT PARTS
627
Engine Oil
628
Checking Oil Level
628
Change Engine Oil
629
Engine Oil Selection
629
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol
629
Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine
630
Synthetic Engine Oils
630
Materials Added To Engine Oil
631
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
631
Engine Oil Filter
631
Engine Oil Filter Selection
631
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
631
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
632
Exhaust System
632
Maintenance-Free Battery
634
Air Conditioner Maintenance
635
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
636
A/C Air Filter
637
Body Lubrication
638
Windshield Wiper Blades
638
Adding Washer Fluid
639
Cooling System
640
Coolant Checks
640
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
641
Selection Of Coolant
641
Adding Coolant
642
Cooling System Pressure Cap
643
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
644
Coolant Level
644
Points To Remember
645
Brake System
646
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
646
Automatic Transmission
648
Selection Of Lubricant
648
Special Additives
648
Fluid Level Check
649
Fluid And Filter Changes
649
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
650
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
650
What Causes Corrosion?
650
Washing
650
Special Care
651
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
652
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Equipped
653
Interior Care
653
Cleaning Headlights
654
Glass Surfaces
655
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
655
Seat Belt Maintenance
655
Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders
656
Removal
656
Cleaning
656
Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
657
VEHICLE STORAGE
664
Headlamps
667
Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps
667
Fog Lamps
668
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker And Backup Lamps
669
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
670
License Lamp
670
Engine
672
Chassis
674
Maintenance Chart
678
Prepare For The Appointment
685
Prepare A List
685
FCA US LLC Customer Center
686
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
686
In Mexico Contact
687
Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands
687
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
687
Service Contract
687
WARRANTY INFORMATION
689
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
689
In Canada
689
Treadwear
691
Traction Grades
692
Temperature Grades
692
INDEX
695
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Overview
Introduction
The 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan emerges as a versatile and family-friendly minivan, designed to accommodate the busy lifestyles of parents and their little ones. With a spacious interior, practical features, and a powerful performance, the Grand Caravan stands as a reliable choice for families in need of a smooth ride and plenty of cargo space.
Powertrains
Under the hood, the 2016 Grand Caravan is equipped with a robust 3.6-liter V6 engine that delivers an impressive 283 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. This powerful motor is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, ensuring a seamless driving experience. The efficient powertrain provides not only ample power for daily driving and highway cruising but also decent fuel economy, with an EPA rating of up to 25 mpg on the highway.
Trims
The 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan offers a variety of trims to cater to diverse needs and preferences. Starting with the base trim, the American Value Package (AVP), it includes essential features such as power windows, remote keyless entry, and a 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Moving up, the SE adds enhanced comfort with upgraded seating and additional convenience features, while the SXT trim introduces premium touches like leatherette upholstery and a rear-seat entertainment system. The top-of-the-line R/T trim raises the bar with sporty styling cues and advanced technology options, making it the ideal choice for those seeking both style and functionality.
Features
When it comes to interior features, the 2016 Grand Caravan excels with its Stow ‘n Go seating system that allows for effortless transformation between passenger and cargo space. The cabin is equipped with modern conveniences like Bluetooth connectivity, a 6-speaker audio system, and numerous storage compartments for all your family essentials. Safety features include rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, and optional blind-spot monitoring, ensuring the well-being of all passengers.
Owners Manual
The owners manual for the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan serves as an invaluable resource, providing detailed information on vehicle operations, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting tips. It guides owners through the various features of their minivan, ensuring they maximize the vehicle's capabilities while maintaining its longevity. Accessing the manual is essential for an informed ownership experience, helping families navigate their day-to-day adventures with confidence.
User manual download
The Dodge Grand Caravan owner manual for the 2016 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2016 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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