2018 Dodge Grand Caravan Owner’s Manual
The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan is a family-friendly minivan that can be used in a lot of different ways. It is both useful and comfortable for all passengers. The Grand Caravan gives off a sense of confidence on the road thanks to its unique and aerodynamic exterior form. Inside, it has a roomy and adaptable cabin that can easily fit up to seven people. The Stow ‘n Go seating system makes it easy to fold the second-and third-row seats, giving you a lot of room for cargo when you need it. The Grand Caravan comes with modern infotainment features, such as an easy-to-use touchscreen display and an available rear-seat entertainment system, to keep passengers engaged and in touch on every trip. The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan is a great choice for families looking for a reliable and comfortable way to get around. It has a lot of room, is easy to use, and has features that are good for families.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
- Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000). - Instrument Cluster Display— If Equipped / Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Display
- Instrument Cluster Display— If Equipped
The instrument cluster display features a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in this section for further information. - Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Display
The odometer display shows the total distance the
vehicle has been driven.
This also displays Trip A and Trip B, DTE, MPG or
L/100km, OAT (Outside Air Temperature) information
to Base Cluster, use STEP and RESET button (on
steering wheel) to access or reset the display. - Message Display Area
When the appropriate conditions exist, the following odometer messages will display:
door — Door Ajar
gATE — Liftgate Ajar
LoW tirE — Low Tire Pressure
gASCAP — Fuel Cap Fault
noFUSE — Fuse Fault
CHAngE OIL — Oil Change Required
LoCOOL — Low Coolant
- Instrument Cluster Display— If Equipped
- Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed. - Fuel Gauge
- The gauge shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
- The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the vehicle where the fuel door is located.
- Temperature Gauge
- The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature.
Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. - The gauge can indicate a higher temperature when
driving in hot weather or up mountain grades. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
- The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature.
WARNING!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam-age your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reaches “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the gauge drops back into the normal range and is no longer red. If the gauge remains on the “H”, turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealer for service.
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see “Servicing And Maintenance”.
NOTE: The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check when the ignition is first cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle is equipped with an instrument cluster display, which offers useful information to the driver. With the ignition in the STOP/OFF position (and the key removed, for vehicles with mechanical key), opening/closing of a door will activate the display for viewing, and display the total miles or kilometers in the odometer. Your instrument cluster display is designed to display important information about your vehicle’s systems and features. Using a driver interactive display located on the instrument panel, your instrument cluster display can show you how systems are working and give you warnings when they are not. The steering wheel-mounted controls allow you to scroll through and enter the main menus and sub-menus. You can access the specific information you want and make selections and adjustments.
Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls
The vehicle’s instrument cluster is equipped with an instrument cluster display, which offers useful information to the driver. With the ignition in the STOP/OFF position, opening/closing of a door will activate the instrument cluster display for viewing, and display the total miles or kilometers in the odometer.
The instrument cluster display menu items consist of the following:
- Fuel Economy
- Vehicle Speed
- Trip Info
- Tire Pressure
- Vehicle Info
- Messages
- Units
- System Setup (Personal Settings)
- Turn Menu Off
The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel:
- Up Button
Push and release the up button to scroll upward through the main menu items (Fuel Economy, Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Units, System Setup). - Down Button
Push and release the down button to scroll downward through the main menu items. - Right Button
The right button allows access to information in the instrument cluster display submenus, selects some feature settings, and resets some instrument cluster display features. The instrument cluster display prompts the driver when the right button can be used by displaying the right arrow graphic.
Once the right button has been selected for the desired submenu list, follow the instrument cluster display prompts to properly select the desired submenu instrument cluster display features. - BACK Button
Push and release the BACK button to scroll back to a previous menu or sub-menu. - Oil Life Reset
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message will display for approximately ten seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position.
To reset the oil change indicator after performing the scheduled maintenance, refer to the following procedure.- Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
- Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
- Turn the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items
NOTE: The instrument cluster display menu items display in the center of the instrument cluster. Menu items may vary depending on your vehicle features.
Fuel Economy
Push and release the up or down arrow button until “Fuel Economy” displays are highlighted in the instrument cluster display and push the right arrow button. The following Fuel Economy functions display in the instrument cluster display:
- Average Fuel Economy (MPG or L/100 km)
- Distance To Empty (mi or km)
- Current Fuel Economy (MPG or L/100 km)
Vehicle Speed
Push and release the up or down arrow button until “Vehicle Speed” displays highlighted in the instrument cluster display and push the right arrow button. Push and release the right arrow button to display the current speed in mph or km/h. Pushing the right arrow button a second time will toggle the unit of measure between mph or km/h.
Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
Push and release the up or down arrow button until “Vehicle Info” displays in the instrument cluster display and push the right arrow button. Push the up or down arrow button to scroll through the available information displays.
- Coolant Temperature
Displays the actual coolant temperature. - Oil Temperature
Displays the actual oil temperature. - Oil Pressure — If Equipped
Displays the actual oil pressure. - Transmission Temperature
Displays the actual transmission temperature. - Engine Hours
Displays the number of hours of engine operation.
Messages
Push and release the up or down arrow button until the “Messages: XX” displays are highlighted in the instrument cluster display. If there is more than one message, pushing the right arrow button will display a stored warning message. Push and release the up or down arrow button if there is more than one message to cycle through the remaining stored messages. If there are no messages, pushing the right arrow button will not change the display.
Compass/Outside Temperature Display
The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. The instrument cluster display will display eight or fifteen compass readings and the outside temperature.
NOTE: The system will display the last known outside temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to be driven several minutes before the updated temperature is displayed. Engine temperature can also affect the displayed temperature; therefore, temperature readings are not updated when the vehicle is not moving.
Automatic Compass Calibration
This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic, and the instrument cluster display will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated. You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in the instrument cluster display turns off. The compass will now function normally.
NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as build-ings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, etc.
Manual Compass Calibration
If the compass appears erratic and the CAL indicator does not appear in the instrument cluster display, you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually, as fol-lows:
- Turn ON the ignition switch.
- Push and release the up or down arrow button until the System Setup (Customer-Programmable Features) menu is reached, then push and release the right arrow button.
- Push and release the down button until “Calibrate Compass” is displayed in the instrument cluster display then push and release the right button.
- Push and release the right button to start the calibration. The “CAL” indicator will be displayed in the instrument cluster display.
- Complete one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally.
Compass Variance
Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properly set, the compass will automatically compensate for the differences, and provide the most accurate compass heading. For the most accurate compass performance, the compass must be set using the following steps.
FAQ
A1: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan was equipped with a single engine option, which is a 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine.
A2: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan’s 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine produced approximately 283 horsepower.
A3: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan could seat up to seven passengers, offering a spacious and comfortable cabin for both front and rear occupants.
A4: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan came with versatile seating options, including the Stow ‘n Go seating system, allowing the second and third-row seats to be easily folded into the floor to create more cargo space.
A5: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan featured a 6-speed automatic transmission.
A6: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan offered standard safety features such as antilock brakes, stability control, and a comprehensive airbag system, including front-seat side airbags and side curtain airbags for all three rows.
A7: Yes, the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan was available with an optional rear-seat entertainment system, featuring a DVD player and a flip-down screen.
A8: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan offered a maximum cargo capacity of approximately 140.3 cubic feet with the second and third-row seats folded down.
A9: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan featured an available Uconnect infotainment system with a 6.5-inch touchscreen display, Bluetooth connectivity, and available navigation.
A10: Yes, the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan was available with a remote start system, allowing drivers to start the engine from a distance.
A11: The fuel efficiency of the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan was around 17-25 mpg, depending on driving conditions and configurations.
A12: Yes, the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan had a towing capacity of up to 3,600 pounds when properly equipped, allowing it to tow small trailers or lightweight loads.
A13: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan was offered in multiple trim levels, including the SE, SE Plus, SXT, and GT.
A14: Yes, the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan had sliding rear doors, making it convenient for passengers to enter and exit the vehicle.
A15: While the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan didn’t have a special edition for that specific model year, Dodge has released special editions of the Grand Caravan in other years, offering unique features and styling cues.
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