Dodge GRAND CARAVAN 08 User manual

08 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

IT WAS DESIGNED TO BE A LIVING ROOM ON WHEELS. IT WAS ENGINEERED TO BE
THE MINIVAN THAT LEAVES NOTHING TO DESIRE. IT WAS TESTED TO TOLERANCES
THAT SET IT APART, OUTFITTED WITH TECHNOLOGIES THAT REVOLUTIONIZE,
AND REINVENTED WITH AN APPROACH THAT ONLY DODGE COULD TAKE. IT HOLDS
YOUR FAMILY WITH THE GREATEST OF CARE. IT HOLDS ATTENTION WITH
BRILLIANT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS. IT HOLDS CARGO WITH LEGENDARY
STOW ’N GO®SEATING AND STORAGE. IT EVEN HOLDS IN-VEHICLE
POWWOWS WITH NEW SWIVEL’N GOTM SEATING.* AND IT HOLDS SOMETHING
THAT ONLY IT CAN: EVERYTHING THE COMPANY THAT INVENTED MINIVANS
KNOWS ABOUT BUILDING ONE. THIS IS THE ALL-NEW GRAND CARAVAN. IT HAS
BUT ONE RIVAL, AND YOU LIVE IN IT. THIS IS SOMEPLACE LIKE HOME.
*Seat must be locked in forward or rearward mode while vehicle is in motion. Child restraints must only be used when seats are in forward-facing mode. Children 12 and under should always be seated in the rear seats, properly restrained in a child seat or vehicle seat belt.

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1Even the headliner was born to headline. The new available dual DVD system features an equally new, available Chrysler LLC exclusive SIRIUS Backseat TV™, with three channels
of streaming video. 2Brilliance has its ups and downs. Available backseat windows not only retract within the sliding doors, they also feature available retractable sunshades.
3New, available class-exclusive Swivel ’n GoTM Seating System*†provides second-row captain’s chairs that rotate 180˚ to face the third row and includes a removable, easily stored
center table.‡
*Seat must be locked in forward or rearward mode while vehicle is in motion. Child restraints must only be used when seats are in forward-facing mode. Children 12 and under should always be seated in the rear seats, properly restrained in a child seat or
vehicle seat belt. †Based on 2007 Automotive News/Ward’s segmentation. ‡Tabletop must be installed to base at all times when in use. When not in use, table and base must be properly stowed. Never drive with table installed without properly using your seat
belt. Properly secure all cargo. The DISNEY CHANNEL and The DISNEY CHANNEL LOGO are trademarks of Disney Enterprises, Inc. and used with permission.
Dodge Grand Caravan SXT with Swivel ’n Go* Light Shale leather-trimmed interior.

Limited interior shown in Khaki Two-Tone Torino leather trim
with suede microfiber seat inserts. (First and second rows only.)

1 This locker has hundreds of combinations. Known for such ingeniously accommodating interior configurations, it might have
been easy for the Dodge engineers to simply rest on their laurels. Not so here. They took everything they knew and spun it 180˚.
What they ended up with was the available Swivel ’n GoTM* seating system. Not only does it allow Grand Caravan’s rear-seat
passengers to swivel around to face each other, it also allows for easier entry while accommodating a stowable center table.
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captain’s chairs are also wheeled, for easy removal. 2 While every Grand Caravan benefits from in-floor storage bins, those who
opt for the latest incarnation of the revolutionary Stow ’n Go®will benefit from the brilliance of a system which converts from
seating for seven to a flat cargo floor in seconds. When equipped with Stow ’n Go, the industry’s only fold-in-floor second-row
seating system with a fold-in-floor third-row seat, Grand Caravan offers no fewer than 256 seating and storage configurations.‡
3 It takes power to flip an entire bench seat with your fingertip. In Grand Caravan, the available one-touch power-folding third-row
bench seat allows the seat to transform into tailgate mode§with one simple push. It also power reclines to your desired position.
4 If only Grand Caravan could self-load the 4'x 8' sheets it is capable of carrying. Visit dodge.com/grandcaravan for more on this
minivan’s miraculous capabilities.
*Seat must be locked in forward or rearward mode while vehicle is in motion. Child restraints must only be used when seats are in forward-facing mode. Children 12 and
under should always be seated in the rear seats, properly restrained in a child seat or vehicle seat belt. †Tabletop must be installed to base at all times when in use. When
not in use, table and base must be properly stowed. Never drive with table installed without properly using your seat belt. ‡Not all configurations can be used while vehicle
is being driven. §Do not drive with seat in tailgate position. Properly secure all cargo.
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1Although even the standard floor console allows for easy pass-through between the first- and second-row passengers, the available Premium Floor Console is a three-piece
masterpiece. The console slides between rows and, in addition to being removable, has a power outlet ... as if the console’s four cup holders with removable dishwasher-safe liners were
not enough. 2Grand Caravan features nine cup holders (plus two extra with second-row bench seat), four bottle holders and, with Stow ’n Go®or Swivel ’n Go
TM* seating, two mesh
pockets. Every built-in pocket was designed with a radius large enough to allow for easy cleaning. 3Of course, Grand Caravan is built upon a tradition of brilliant storage — from the
Stow ’n Go in-floor storage bins (which accommodate folded seats, or when the seats are deployed, a multitude of items) on up.
*Seat must be locked in forward or rearward mode while vehicle is in motion. Child restraints must only be used when seats are in forward-facing mode. Children 12 and under should always be seated in the rear seats, properly restrained in a child seat or
vehicle seat belt. Properly secure all cargo.
Grand Caravan SXT in Stone White with Stow’n Go®Light Shale leather-trimmed interior.
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Limited interior shown in Khaki Two-Tone Torino leather trim
with suede microfiber seat inserts. (First and second rows only.)
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Visit dodge.com/grandcaravan/safety_security

The All-New Grand Caravan was laboriously tested time and again to help ensure that
this minivan’s safety and security systems are executed with perfect choreography. While its
standard antilock brake system (ABS) helps control the vehicle and shorten the braking
distance, the standard Electronic Stability Program* (ESP) helps the driver maintain directional
stability during braking, cornering, accelerating and maneuvering. 1Designed with straighter front
rails and an enhanced crush zone between the front bumper and the windshield, Grand Caravan
was engineered to absorb energy and deflect intrusion from the passenger compartment.
2 High-strength steel forms a protective shell — safety cage — around Grand Caravan’s occupants,
providing brawn to match its brains. 3The available integrated child seats†ensure that young
travelers are as contained as they are entertained. Opt for the available booster seat‡to
perfectly fill the gap between child seat and three-point seat belts. 4 When avoidance is not an
option, Grand Caravan’s standard side-curtain air bags‡deploy with an extended uptime,
blanketing outboard positions in all three rows.
*No system, no matter how sophisticated, can repeal the laws of physics or overcome careless driving actions. Performance is limited
by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. When the ESP warning lamp in the speedometer flashes, the
driver needs to use less throttle and adapt speed and driving behavior to prevailing road conditions. Always drive carefully, consistent
with conditions. Always wear your seat belt. †For children at least one year old weighing between 22 and 50 lb and no more than 47"
tall. ‡Booster seat is only for children 57" tall, between 48 and 85 lb. Always buckle seat properly.
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Over 25 years of developing minivans served the All-New Grand Caravan well, as did countless hours
within a stunningly silent, echoless chamber. 1The anechoic chamber provides the perfect setting for
the most critical of sound measurements, all while allowing the vehicle to simulate highway speeds. The
body structure, rear wheel house and fender silencers (along with an abundant use of polyurethane foam)
help contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. 2The all-new minivan also benefited from countless hours in the
Aero-Acoustic Wind Tunnel. The massive, electric-powered fan circulates air through the testing platform
at 100 mph and allows for measurements of every aspect of aerodynamic performance. The quest for
quiet continued with mile upon mile of brutal durability testing — all without ever leaving the technology
center. 3As part of a rigorous noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) regimen, Grand Caravan was put
through the paces on a four-post shaker, allowing for road noise to be pinpointed and addressed. 4Other
grueling tests performed at the Environmental Test Center and Aero/Climatic Wind Tunnel put the All-New
Grand Caravan through rigorous system checks — at temperatures ranging from a cruel -40° Fahrenheit
up to a scorching 130° Fahrenheit — throughout its careful development. For more on this minivan’s
development, hit dodge.com/grandcaravan
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It should come as no surprise that Grand Caravan’s clean, sculpted and
athletic stance radiates a purposeful presence. 1Even the roof rack
was aerodynamically tested for optimum design. 2The mirrors also
offer a lower coefficient of drag, while offering improved rearward
visibility and available heating elements than the previous model.
Chrome signal mirrors with a driver’s side auto-dimming feature are
available. From its distinctly Dodge crosshair grille down to every
switch and button, Grand Caravan is engineered for maximum utility.
Visit dodge.com/grandcaravan/exterior
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The All-New Dodge Grand Caravan includes three satellites orbiting 22,300 miles above the United
States. Why? So at any moment you have a chance to hear over 130 channels of news, real-time traffic
and weather via the available SIRIUS®Satellite Radio. Opt for SIRIUS Backseat TV™, and those same
three satellites beam three channels of digital video content. 1 Available steering wheel-mounted
audio controls further simplify the DJ-ing duties. Even the standard radio faceplate features an auxiliary
input jack for MP3 players and such. 2 The available touch-screen MyGIG®Multimedia System marries
SIRIUS Satellite Radio (with one year of service provided by SIRIUS) programming with gigabyte
upon gigabyte of your personal content. 3 The USB 2.0 port facilitates the downloading and storing
of digital photos or up to 2,500 songs. MyGIG’s 6.5-inch LCD screen also includes a ParkView®Rear
Back-Up Camera.
†4 Every MyGIG can store a virtual scrapbook of images, with each image available
as your screensaver.
5 Opt for the MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System with Navigation,* and
voice-activated commands are broadcast via your vehicle’s sound system. 6 With one push of a button,
the available UConnect®Hands-Free Communication System§is activated, and verbal commands take over.
Visit dodge.com/grandcaravan for more tech talk.
*MyGIG in-dash DVD capability is not available in all states. Never program while driving. GPS mapping may not be detailed in all areas or
reflect current road regulations. See your dealer for details. †Always check entire surroundings before backing up. ‡Must use Bluetooth®
compatible phone. “SIRIUS,” “SIRIUS Backseat TV,” the SIRIUS dog logo and related marks are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.
All other trademarks, service marks and logos are the property of their respective owners. For Full Terms and Conditions, visit sirius.com.
Prices and programming are subject to change. Not available in AK and HI.
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It is SIRIUS Backseat TV
™and it is only available in Chrysler Group minivans. This optional system allows live content from three channels — NickelodeonTM, Disney Channel
and Cartoon Network — to stream directly to your Grand Caravan. Gone are the days of depending on some tirelessly viewed DVD. Behold the available Video Entertainment
System (VES®) capable of being outfitted with either one or two 8-inch LCD screens. Content can be delivered from a multitude of sources, ranging from DVDs to video gaming
consoles or from video cameras to streaming video programs from SIRIUS Backseat TV. Parental controls allow the driver and front passenger to lock out the system’s master
remote control, so mom and dad have the final say on content. 1Personal, targeted LED lights in the available overhead console allow passengers to read, write or play at night
without distracting the driver. 2Halo lighting in this available overhead console provides a soft glow of light that fills the cabin and offers the driver and front passenger the opportunity
to keep an eye on activity in the back. 3 Wireless infrared two-channel adjustable headsets allow rear-seat passengers to listen to the same or separate audio sources simultaneously.
Now showing: dodge.com/grandcaravan
“SIRIUS,” “SIRIUS Backseat TV,” the SIRIUS dog logo and related marks are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. All other trademarks, service marks and logos are the property of their respective owners. For Full Terms and Conditions, visit sirius.com.
Prices and programming are subject to change. Not available in AK and HI. © 2007 Viacom International Inc. All rights reserved. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc.
SpongeBob SquarePants created by Stephen Hillenburg. DISNEY CHANNEL, and The DISNEY CHANNEL LOGO are trademarks of Disney Enterprises, Inc. and used with permission. TM and © Cartoon Network.
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Grand Caravan SXT Light Shale leather-trimmed interior.

Grand Caravan is as earth-friendly as it is family-friendly. Grand Caravan’s 3.3-liter Flex Fuel* engine delivers unsurpassed fuel economy in its class†and is capable of running on E85 —
a blend of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent petroleum. This alternative fuel conserves nonrenewable energy sources and is good for the environment. Even when you are driving at the
slowest of paces, Grand Caravan’s standard Electronic Stability Program‡(ESP) with Traction Control employs a computer system which calculates input data at speeds that are
practically unfathomable to help the driver maintain vehicle control. What is required from a Grand Caravan driver during such control-maintaining measures? Nothing. The system
operates without the need for driver input.
*Flex Fuel V6 engine not available in CA, CT, MA, ME, NY, PA, RI and VT. Contact your authorized Dodge dealer to verify your vehicle’s Flex Fuel (FFV) compatibility. 3.3L gasoline V6 will be substituted. †Based on 3.3L engine 2007 model year ratings.
‡No system, no matter how sophisticated, can repeal the laws of physics or overcome careless driving actions. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. When the ESP warning lamp in the speedometer
flashes, the driver needs to use less throttle and adapt speed and driving behavior to prevailing conditions. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Always wear your seat belt.
No deductible. Non-Transferable. Not available on SRT, diesel
and certain fleet vehicles. See dealer for a copy of limited
warranty and details.
THE ALL-NEW DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
INCLUDES
A LIFETIME POWERTRAIN WARRANTY.
Grand Caravan SE in Bright Silver Metallic with Molded Running Boards
and Side Window Air Deflectors, Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar.

Behold the living room, dining room and kitchen. Behold the All-New Grand Caravan equipped with
Swivel ’n Go.
TM* The Dodge engineers took into account the all-encompassing activities that take place
within your typical minivan and outfitted Grand Caravan with innovative features to enable such
activities in the smartest of manners. 1 The available Premium Floor Console is a removable, sliding
console with a power outlet, cup holders and storage. It can also keep a large purse securely out
of view. Easily accessed from both the front- and second-row seats, the console can be positioned
in several stop points along its track. Other ideas extend from the bottom to the top. 2 Fully integrated
sunshades are available on the second and third rows of Grand Caravan SXT. Mounted in the sliding
door trim and along the rear windows, the mesh shades diffuse light while still allowing occupants
to see the world outside. Pulled up and hooked into place, the shades transform Grand Caravan into
a screening room in seconds, regardless of what time of day the viewings begin. 3 With an easily
stowable table,
†the available Swivel ’n Go seating system facilitates in-transit card games as seamlessly
as it enables face-to-face time. Smartly stowed in one of the in-floor bins, this card table will come into play
more often than the one that serves as the Thanksgiving kids’ table. Visit dodge.com/grandcaravan
for a multitude of configurations.
*Seat must be locked in forward or rearward mode while vehicle is in motion. Child restraints must only be used when seats are in forward-
facing mode. Children 12 and under should always be in a backseat properly restrained in a child seat or with the seat belt positioned
correctly for the child’s age and size. †Tabletop must be installed in base at all times when in use. When not in use, table and base must be
properly stowed. Never drive with table installed without properly using your seat belts. Properly secure all cargo.
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Grand Caravan SXT with Swivel ’n Go* Light Shale leather-trimmed interior.

This interior has been buttoned up. 1Standard on Grand Caravan SXT, steering wheel-mounted controls allow an easy interface with volume, radio channels, CDs and DVDs.
2Standard on all Grand Caravans, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System activates a warning lamp in the instrument cluster if a pressure is recorded out of range. 3Like a home with
three thermostats, Grand Caravan features an available automatic three-zone climate control system which is capable of dividing and conquering the distinct comfort levels of
individual passengers. Temperature controls can be found in the center stack and rear overhead console. 4Behind the well-hinged doors of the dual glove box you will likely find
scores of personal effects, assorted receipts, a collection of manuals and service materials. 5Whether you choose leather or YES Essentials®* stain resistant, odor resistant,
antistatic seat fabric, or whether you opt for Stow ’n Go®or Swivel ’n GoTM† seating, Grand Caravan owners can equip their first and second rows with heat. A center stack-mounted
push button activates the elements in the front seat. The controls for the second row are integrated into the sliding door. Topping it off, the driver and passenger leather heated seats
are 8-way power adjustable. Visit dodge.com/grandcaravan for your very own virtual tour.
*Not compatible with aftermarket fabric-protecting coatings. †Seat must be locked in forward or rearward mode while vehicle is in motion. Child restraints must only be used when seats are in forward-facing mode. Children 12 and under should always
be seated in the rear seats, properly restrained in a child seat or vehicle seat belt. Properly secure all cargo.
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Visit dodge.com/grandcaravan/interior

1Grand Caravan’s available power sliding doors feature power retractable
windows. Engineered without the need for a division bar, the lower retraction offers
an unobstructed view. 2Easily retracted from the overhead front console, the
conversation mirror offers both in-vehicle monitoring and peace of mind. 3Even
the seating surfaces are technologically advanced. Available YES Essentials®* stain
resistant, odor resistant, antistatic seat fabric employs a dual-action technology
to defend itself — and the Grand Caravan’s upholstery and floor mats — against spills
and such. 4The available overhead console features aimable LED map/reading
lamps with swiveling bezels for perfect pointing. The same lights illuminate when
any door is opened. 5With the Ambient Light Group, a rechargeable LED flashlight
is removable. It recharges in a cradle in the rear quarter-panel trim. 6The rear cargo
area also houses the buttons for the available one-touch power third-row 60/40
split-bench seat. Individual motors allow the left and right seats to be individually
folded, reclined, stowed, or configured with the seatbacks folded back or flipped
for tailgate seating.‡ 7A one-touch power sunroof†is available, allowing the cabin
to be lit by the most majestic of sources. 8Brilliant vision continues, thanks to the
available ParkView®Rear Back-Up Camera.
§When Reverse is engaged, the rearward
view is shown on the 6.5-inch radio display.
*Not compatible with aftermarket fabric-protecting coatings. †When the sunroof is ordered, the overhead console
is replaced by two mini consoles with two bins. (The sunglasses holder is not available with the sunroof.) ‡Do not
drive with the seat in tailgate position. §Always check entire surroundings before backing up.
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When you enhance your Grand Caravan with Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar, you gain far more than substantial style, premium protection or extreme entertainment. You also
benefit from the authentic difference found only in an original equipment accessory. It’s a difference that demands tighter tolerances and envelope-pushing testing methods. And one
backed by a superior warranty* serviced by Dodge dealerships nationwide. Choose the full line of accessories that feature a fit, finish and functionality designed specifically for your
Grand Caravan. 1The Water Sports Carrier can be outfitted to adapt to any number of activities — like, say, sea-kayaking. Sport Utility Bars. Heavy-duty bars accommodate all our
carrier accessories. 2Stylish Side Window Air Deflectors channel both wind and rain away from the side windows. 3The fully tested Hitch Receiver can trailer loads of up to 1,800 lb.
with proper weight distributing equipment. Adapters, ball mount, hitch ball and wire harness sold separately. 4Make a splash with Molded Splash Guards, uniquely contoured to
protect your rear fascia against damaging road debris. 5Style meet substance with premium Molded Running Boards that feature a high-strength substructure and skid-resistant
surfaces that can take the pounding your family dishes out. Check us out at mopar.com.
*See your dealer for full details and a copy of the limited warranty.
Grand Caravan SXT in Modern Blue Pearl.
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Grand Caravan SXT in Modern Blue Pearl.