Dodge grand caravan service manual 1996

This repair manual covers both the short-wheelbase Caravan and long-wheelbase Grand Caravan models. See original source. For best deal visit Either brakes shoes are worn, disc is out of round. Sound you hear is metal rubbing on metal, never a good sound.

Contact auto repair or brake shop for repairs immediately. These groups contain general information, diagnosis, testing, adjustments, removal, installation, disassembly, and assembly procedures for the systems and compo- nents.

To assist in locating a group title page, use the Group Tab Locator on the following page. The solid bar after the group title is aligned to a solid tab on the first page of each group. The first page of the group has a contents section that lists major topics within the group. Tightening torques are provided as a specific value throughout this manual. This value represents the midpoint of the acceptable engineering torque range for a given fastener application.

These torque values are intended for use in service assembly and installation procedures using the correct OEM fasteners. When replacing fasteners, always use the same type part number fastener as removed. Chrysler International reserves the right to change testing procedures, specifications, diagnosis, repair methods, or vehicle wiring at any time without prior notice or incurring obligation.

The Month, Day and Hour of manufacture is also included. When it is necessary to contact the manufacturer regarding service or warranty, the information on the Vehicle Safety Certification Label would be required. The VIN consists of 17 characters in a combination of letters and numbers that provide spe- cific information about the vehicle. The check digit is used by the manufacturer and government agencies to verify the authenticity of the vehicle and official documenta- tion.

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My Cart 0 Cart. When the system detects an obstacle, the motors will stop and reverse the motion for a brief period. Should this occur, remove the obstacle and repress the button again, for the desired position. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of the 1. To avoid serious injury or death, never operate the vehicle with occupants in the third row seat, while in the tailgate mode. Equipped 1. To install the table follow these steps: Table and Leg Storage 3. Obtain the pole and table top by loosening the hook and loop straps.

Note: You will hear an audible click when the table latch engages the pole. Failure to comply with the following conditions could result in serious injury or even death. While pulling on the latch, pull upward to remove the table top from the pole. Locate the release latch on the underside of the table top. The floor supports the partial weight of the bagged goods. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets up to 10 AM and 10 FM stations can be set.

Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to To recall the memory settings for driver one, press the ON position. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key. NOTE: Once programmed, all transmitters linked to memory can be easily enabled or disabled at one time. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 12 inches 30 cm and then drop it.

This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged. This also turns on all rotating the dimmer control for the instrument panel lighting. The inte- OFF based on ambient light levels. To turn the system rior lights will remain off when the ON, turn the headlight switch to the extreme counter- doors or liftgate are open. The headlight switch must be used for normal night time driving. Pressing the switch con- trol knob in a second time, will turn the Halo lights off.

Flash to Pass Optical Horn You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever fully toward your- self. Mist — Press the end of the Multifunction Lever lever to select the desired delay interval. The delay can be inward to the first detent and release to clear the wind- regulated from a maximum of about 20 seconds between shield.

Pulling Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield back to the neutral position returns to low beam head- could lead to an accident.

Release the lever to lock the wheel firmly in place. Always System should only be used as a parking aid and check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob- is unable to recognize every obstacle, including This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control Speed Control can be dangerous where the system under adverse braking conditions.

Your vehicle could hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. If wheel spin is detected, brake natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and The BAS Brake Assist System cannot prevent the natu- system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can ing the rate and amount of brake application and then it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road When ERM determines that the rate tions and driving conditions, influence the chance of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed that wheel lift or rollover may occur.

ESP should only be turned off for specific reasons as noted below. ESP Electronic Stability Program cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, Partial Off nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing Premium front overhead models feature a green LED focused light that illuminates the instrument panel cup holders, two swiveling LED lamps, flip-down sunglass storage, conversation mirror, optional power sliding door switches and an optional power Press the lens to turn these lights on standard dome light has two buttons.

Press a second time to turn the lights off. Press the door latch to open the compartment. The door will slowly rotate to an open position. NOTE: The front overhead console used with factory sunroof incorporates a sunroof switch.

In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be Your motorized door or gate will open and close injured if the storage bins are not properly latched to while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do the Overhead Rail System. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- 1. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while 2. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink button twice holding the button for 2 sec- onds each time.

If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete. If the device does not activate, press the button a third time for 2 seconds to complete the training. To operate, simply press and release the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling trained device i. The sunroof will close fully and stop automatically.

If the buffeting occurs Auto Sunroof Express with Anti—Pinch Protection with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to During express closing, anytime an obstacle that restricts minimize the buffeting or open any window.

To the left of the instrument panel cup holder are two 12 volt power outlets. The circuit breaker also status indicator turns ON. The status indicator of the AC supplies power to the outlet in the removable floor power inverter indicates whether the inverter is produc- console, when in the front position. Continue pulling the sun screen until the tab is near the top of the window. Sun Screen Extended To lower the sun screen, gently lift the tab upwards to disengage the hooks and feed the screen back into the base sill.

Two cup holders in the center front instrument panel, four in the floor consoles and 3 located in the third row quarter trim panel.

One bottle There are two consoles available: Basic and Premium holder on both front and side sliding doors. Each holder Basic Console Features accommodates up to 20 oz. The cup holders will also accommodate large size cups and 20 oz. Position 3 shows the top portion of the console in a rearward position. This is accomplished by lifting the upper most latch at the front of the console.

Again, lifting second latch handle at the front of top storage area. To open the upper compartment 1 press in on the latch 2. To open the lower compartment 4 , pull out on the release handle 3. Both interior front door panels have multiple pockets for storage. The overhead storage system comes in several options.

In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if the storage bins are not properly latched to the Overhead Rail System.

Open the console lid and remove the storage tray. Pull up on the release handle located inside the floor console, and slide the console rearward to disengage from the floor. In an accident, serious injury could result if the removable floor console is not properly installed. Always be sure the removable floor console is fully latched. Rear Compartment Storage Bins Your vehicle is equipped with open storage areas located in each rear trim panel.

This line indicates how far rearward and third row seating positions. The NOTE: To help control wind noise when installing the load must not exceed 68 kg lbs , and should be cross bars make sure that the arrows marked on the front Improperly secured loads can fly off the tion.

If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15 hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The vehicle must be driven to reset the system. Fuel Gauge Driving with a hot engine cooling system could The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads the ignition switch is in the ON position. Speedometer 7. Anti-Lock Light Indicates vehicle speed. This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys- tem. The light will turn on when the ignition 5.

Turn Signal Indicators switch is turned to the ON position and may The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal stay on for as long as four seconds. Brake System Warning Light If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- This light monitors various brake functions, sary. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with The light should illuminate for approxi- NOTE: You must apply the brakes before shifting from mately two seconds.

The light should then turn off unless Park. The engine oil change display resets approximately 2 seconds. Malfunction Indicator Light start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system reset.

If necessary repeat this procedure. Engine Temperature Warning Light require towing. The light will come on when the ignition This light warns of an overheated engine condi- is first turned on and remain on briefly as a bulb check.

Seat Belt Reminder Light during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check. Trip Functions: AVG. The Compass Mini Trip Computer features a driver- Compass Mini Trip Computer Reset Button interactive display displays information on outside tem- perature, compass direction, and trip information. This is where the compass sensor is located.

They mainly affect the wave amplitude, tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear, interfere very little with the frequency variations that which is the major feature of FM radio.