Dodge Grand Caravan · Model year 2016 · No longer built
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan specs, maintenance & manuals
Shopping for a used 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 5 manufacturer publications, straight from the factory sources.
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2016 Dodge Grand Caravan specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2016 specification sheet.
General information+−
| Vehicle Type | Multipurpose vehicle |
| Assembly Plant | Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
| EPA Vehicle Class | Multipurpose vehicle |
| Introduction Date | December 2008 |
Body and chassis+−
| Layout | Transverse front engine, front-wheel drive |
| Construction | Unitized steel with hinged front doors; sliding left and right side doors — power available; rear liftgate with gas props — power available |
Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar, gasoline, V-6+−
| Availability | Standard |
| Type and Description | 60-degree bank angle, liquid-cooled with three-plenum intake manifold, electronically controlled manifold tuning valve and short-runner valves |
| Displacement | 220 cu. in. (3,605 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.78 x 3.23 (96 x 83) |
| Valve System | DOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic, roller finger followers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic |
| Construction | High-pressure die-cast A380 aluminum block with iron liners and semi-permanent mold A319 aluminum heads |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Power (SAE net) | 283 hp (211 kW) @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) | 260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) @ 4,400 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 6,800 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable |
| Oil Capacity | 6 quarts with dry filter |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.3 quarts (9.75 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Dual catalytic converter, four heated oxygen sensors, electronic EGR, and internal engine features(a) |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 17/25 |
| Assembly Plant | Trenton Engine Plant, Trenton, Mich. |
(a) Meets Federal Tier 2, Bin 5 and ULEV II requirements in California, Massachusetts, New York, Maine, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Oregon and Washington; also meets Euro IV.
Transmission: 62TE, automatic, six-speed overdrive+−
| Availability | Standard |
| Description | Six-speed, adaptive electronic control, electronically modulated torque converter clutch |
| 1st | 3.90 |
| 2nd | 2.69 |
| 3rd | 2.16 |
| 4th | Upshift – 1.37 WOT kickdown – 1.49 |
| 5th | 0.95 |
| 6th | 0.65 |
| Reverse | 3.04 |
| Transfer Ratio | 0.95 |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.16 |
| Overall Top Gear | 2.068 |
Rows 1st through Reverse are the gear ratios.
Electrical system+−
| Alternator | 160-amp |
| Battery | 730 CCA, maintenance-free |
Suspension+−
| Front | Independent MacPherson strut, coil over gas-charged shock absorbers, stabilizer bar with isolated suspension cradle |
| Rear | Twist-beam axle with coil springs, track bar, gas-charged shock absorbers; self-leveling shock absorbers optional |
Steering+−
| Type | Power rack and pinion |
| Overall Ratio | 14.3:1 |
| Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb) | 39.1 ft. (11.92 m) |
| Steering Turns (lock-to-lock) | 2.90 |
| P/S pump | Hydraulic |
Brakes+−
| Type | All — Power assist, 9 x 9 (230 x 230) tandem-diaphragm vacuum, anti-lock braking system |
| Availability | U.S. — Standard on all models |
| Front: Rotor size and type | 13.0 x 1.1 (330 x 28) vented rotor |
| Front: Caliper size and type | 2.0 (51) twin-piston |
| Front: Swept area | 73.6 sq. in. (475 sq. cm) |
| Rear: Rotor size and type | 12.9 x 0.47 (328 x 12) solid rotor |
| Rear: Caliper size and type | 1.8 (45) single-piston IPB |
| Rear: Swept area | 66.5 sq. in. (429 sq. cm) |
Dimensions and capacities+−
| Wheelbase | 121.2 (3,078.2) |
| Overhang — Front | 37.8 (960.9) |
| Overhang — Rear | 43.8 (1,112.1) |
| Track — Front | 65.6 (1,665.5) |
| Track — Rear | 64.8 (1,647.0) |
| Overall Length | 203.7 (5,174) |
| Overall Width | 78.7 (1,998.2) |
| Overall Width with Mirrors | 88.5 (2,246.8) |
| Overall Height | 69.0 (1,752.6) |
| Liftover Height | 24.0 (609.0) |
| Cargo Width at Wheelhouse | 48.8 (1,236.0) |
| Maximum Cargo Height | 46.16 (1,172.4) |
| Approach Angle (degrees) | 13.7 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees) | 13.6 |
| Departure Angle (degrees) | 18.5 |
| Minimum Running Ground Clearance (curb load) | 5.8 (148) |
| Frontal Area | 32.3 |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd) | .316 |
| Aero CdA | 10.2 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, gal. (liter) | 20 (76) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), lbs. (kg) | 6,050 (2,744.2) |
| Towing Capacity, lbs. (kg) | 3,600 (1,632.9) — with Trailer-tow Prep Package |
| U.S. Curb Weight, lbs. (kg) | 4,510 (2,050) — automatic transaxle |
| Weight Distribution % F/R | 56/44 |
Dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless noted, measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels.
Accommodations+−
| Seating Capacity (front/second/third rows) | 2/2/3 |
| SAE Total Interior Passenger Volume, (cu. ft. / cu. m) | 163.5 (4.63) / 156.1 (4.42) |
Accommodations: front+−
| Headroom | 39.8 (1,011.9) |
| Headroom with Sunroof | 37.2 (946.0) |
| Legroom | 40.7 (1,034.4) |
| Shoulder Room | 63.7 (1,618.6) |
| Hip Room | 58.4 (1,484.5) |
| Seat Travel | 8.7 (220) |
| Recliner Angle Range (degrees) | Manual recline: 88; Power recline: 59 |
| Front Passenger Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 58.4 (1.65) |
Accommodations: intermediate+−
| Head Room | 37.0 (938.5) bench seat; 39.3 (998.9) captain’s chairs |
| Legroom | 37.1 (941.1) bench seat; 36.5 (925.9) captain’s chairs |
| Shoulder Room | 64.7 (1,643.3) bench seat; 64.1 (1,628.1) captain’s chairs |
| Hip Room | 64.8 (1,646) bench seat; 65.0 (1,650.8) captain’s chairs |
| Intermediate Passenger Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 54.0 (1.53) |
Accommodations: rear+−
| Head Room | 37.9 (962.9) bench seat/captain’s chairs |
| Legroom | 37.7 (958.5) bench seat; 32.7 (829.7) captain’s chairs |
| Shoulder Room | 62.0 (1,574.6) bench seat/captain’s chairs |
| Hip Room | 48.7 (1,237.7) bench seat/captain’s chairs |
| Rear Passenger Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 51.1 (1.45) |
Cargo volume+−
| Maximum Passenger Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 158.6 (4.49) |
| Maximum SAE Volume behind First Row, cu. ft. | 140.3 (3.97) |
| Maximum SAE Volume behind Second Row, cu. ft. | 78.9 (2.23) |
| Maximum SAE Volume behind Third Row, cu. ft. | 31.1 (0.88) |
| Total Passenger plus volume behind Third Row, cu. ft. | 190.8 (5.40) |
Wheels+−
| Steel | Cast-aluminum | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Standard — Grand Caravan SE | Standard — Grand Caravan SXT, R/T; Optional — SE |
| Type and Material | Steel with painted bolt-on wheel cover | Cast-aluminum |
| Size | 17 x 6.5 | 17 x 6.5 |
Tires+−
| AVP, SE, SXT | R/T | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Standard — Grand Caravan AVP, SE, SXT | Standard — Grand Caravan R/T |
| Size and Type | 225/65R17, All-season | 225/65R17, All-season |
| Model | Yokohama Avid S33 or Kumho Solus KH16 | Michelin Energy Saver |
Brake and stability features+−
| Parking Brake Type | Integral parking brake |
| Four-wheel Anti-lock Brakes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| All-speed Traction Control | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard |
Source: 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2016 feature availability guide.
Showing 69 of 113 features. ✓ Standard OptionalPkg Part of a package— Not available
| Feature | AVP | SE | SXT | R/T |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior | ||||
| BodyBody-color door handles | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Solar control glass | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Deep-tint sunscreen glass | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| GrilleChrome | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Body-color | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Power liftgate | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| LightingAutomatic halogen headlamps and fog lamps | — | — | ✓ | |
| Black bezel headlamps | — | ✓ | ||
| MirrorsBlack power, heated folding mirrors | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Body-color power, heated folding mirrors | — | ✓ | ✓ | |
| TiresP225/65R17 All-season touring tires | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| P225/65R17 All-season tires | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Wheels17 in. x 6.5 in. steel wheel with cover | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| 17 in. x 6.5 in. aluminum wheels | — | Pkg | ✓ | — |
| 17 in. x 6.5 in. polished aluminum wheels with Gloss Black pockets | — | ✓ | ||
| Tire Service Kit (inflator kit) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Compact spare wheel | ✓ | |||
| WipersRain-sensitive windshield | — | — | — | Pkg |
| Interior | ||||
| Ambient lighting — overhead surround | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Auxiliary powerAuxiliary, 115-volt inverter with auxiliary outlets in front of driver-side quarter-trim panel | — | — | ||
| Climate ControlAir conditioning with manual two-zone control | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Air conditioning with manual three-zone control | — | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Air conditioning with automatic three-zone control | — | — | Pkg | ✓ |
| ColorsBlack/Light Greystone | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Black/Sandstorm | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Black | — | ✓ | ||
| DoorsDual manual-sliding side | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Dual power-sliding side | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Floor mats with second-row retaining hooks | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Multimedia SystemsFour speakers | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Six speakers | — | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Nine amplified speakers with subwoofer and 506-watt amp | — | — | — | ✓ |
| AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3 radio | — | — | ✓ | |
| AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3/NAV radio | — | — | ||
| SeatsPremium cloth-trimmed | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Leather-trimmed first- and second-row | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Driver’s two-way power lumbar support | — | — | ✓ | |
| Eight-way power driver’s seat | — | — | ✓ | |
| Heated front- and second-row seats | — | — | — | |
| RearSecond-row bench seat with in-floor storage system and rear 60/40 split-folding bench with fold-in-floor and tailgate position features | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Stow ’n Go seating and storage system with intermediate bucket seats with fold-in-floor and rear 60/40 split-folding bench with fold-in-floor and tailgate position features | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel | Pkg | ✓ | ||
| Leather-wrapped heated steering wheel | — | — | Pkg | |
| StorageConsole, removable, floor-mounted with four cup holders | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Super console | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Powertrain and Chassis | ||||
| SuspensionTouring | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Performance | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Load leveling | — | — | — | |
| Safety and Security | ||||
| HomeLink universal transceiver | — | — | — | ✓ |
| ParkSense rear park assist | — | — | — | Pkg |
| ParkView rear backup camera | — | — | ✓ | |
| Remote start | — | — | Pkg | ✓ |
| Vehicle security alarm | — | — | Pkg | ✓ |
| Uconnect Multimedia | ||||
| Media Center 130 CD/MP3 radio with audio jack | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Media Center 430 CD/DVD/MP3/HDD radio with 6.5-in. touchscreen, 30GB hard drive (approximately 6,700 song capacity), Gracenote Music ID and audio jack | — | — | ✓ | |
| Media Center 430N CD/DVD/MP3/HDD radio with 6.5-in. touchscreen, Garmin navigation, 30GB hard drive (approximately 4,250 song capacity), Gracenote Music ID and audio jack | — | — | ||
| SiriusXM Radio — Includes one-year subscription (available only in continental United States) (included with Uconnect Handsfree Group and Single DVD or Dual DVD Blu-ray Entertainment Systems) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ |
| Packages | ||||
| SE Plus Packageunique 17-in. polished wheels with Satin Carbon pockets, body-color heated exterior mirrors, black cloth seats with silver accent stitching, black leather-wrapped steering wheel with piano black bezels, black leather-wrapped shift knob, front door armrests with silver accent stitching and piano black appliques, black headliner and overhead console, power second- and third-row windows and Uconnect Handsfree Group | — | — | — | |
| SXT Plus Packageall of the SE Plus content and adds unique 17-inch polished wheels with Granite Crystal pockets, bright chrome window-trim belt molding, bright chrome roof rack, fog lamps, auto headlamps, unique black Torino leatherette seats with premium suede inserts and silver accent stitching, instrument panel piano black appliques and climate control chrome trim bezels, power 10-way driver’s seat and Uconnect Handsfree Group | — | — | — | |
| Blacktop Package17-in. polished wheels with Gloss Black pockets, Gloss Black grille, black headlamp bezels, all-black interior, including headliner, door panels and center console, unique black cloth seats with silver accent stitching, black door trim panel with unique silver accent stitching, leather-wrapped steering wheel with unique silver accent stitching, leather-wrapped shift knob and fog lamps (SXT only) | — | — | — | |
| Driver Convenience Groupauto-dimming rear view mirror, heated steering wheel, heated front- and second-row seats and Uconnect Phone with voice command and Bluetooth streaming audio, second- and third-row sunshades, automatic temperature control, universal garage door opener, remote USB port and overhead console system (SXT only – Standard on R/T) | — | — | ||
| Single DVD Entertainment Systemsecond-row overhead 9-inch high-resolution video screen and DVD console, two USB charging ports, one HDMI input, one 115-volt inverter, two wireless headphones, video remote control and SiriusXM Radio, Uconnect 430 radio, 6.5-in. touchscreen, ParkView rear backup camera and 40 GB hard drive | — | |||
| Dual DVD Blu-ray Entertainment Systemsecond- and third-row overhead 9-in. high-resolution video screens and Blu-ray DVD console, two USB charging ports, one HDMI input, one 115-volt inverter, two wireless headphones, video remote control and SiriusXM Radio | — | — | — | |
| Power Window Group2nd-row power windows, power vented rear quarter windows and one-touch front power windows | — | — | — | |
| Safety Sphere Grouprain-sensitive wipers, ParkSense rear park assist system, auto-dimming rearview mirror, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection | — | — | — | |
| Security Groupsecurity alarm and remote start system | — | — | ✓ | |
| Trailer Tow Prep Groupheavy-duty engine cooling, trailer-tow wiring harness and load-leveling and height-control suspension. Additional Dodge Towing Accessories may be required. | — | — | — | |
| Uconnect Handsfree GroupBluetooth streaming audio, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, rearview auto-dimming mirror with microphone, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, SiriusXM Radio and Uconnect Voice Command with Bluetooth | — | |||
- AVP is the American Value Package base trim.
- Package and group rows keep their listed contents; a code in a trim column shows how that trim can get the package.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
SE over AVP+7 standard +
- ✓Body-color door handles
- ✓Body: Deep-tint sunscreen glass
- ✓Air conditioning with manual three-zone control
- ✓Floor mats with second-row retaining hooks
- ✓Multimedia Systems: Six speakers
- ✓Stow ’n Go seating and storage system with intermediate bucket seats with fold-in-floor and rear 60/40 split-folding bench with fold-in-floor and tailgate position features
- ✓Console, removable, floor-mounted with four cup holders
SXT over SE+5 standard +
- ✓Power liftgate
- ✓Body-color power, heated folding mirrors
- ✓17 in. x 6.5 in. aluminum wheels
- ✓Doors: Dual power-sliding side
- ✓Storage: Super console
R/T over SXT+21 standard +
- ✓Grille: Body-color
- ✓Automatic halogen headlamps and fog lamps
- ✓Lighting: Black bezel headlamps
- ✓P225/65R17 All-season tires
- ✓17 in. x 6.5 in. polished aluminum wheels with Gloss Black pockets
- ✓Wheels: Compact spare wheel
- ✓Ambient lighting — overhead surround
- ✓Air conditioning with automatic three-zone control
- ✓Colors: Black
- ✓Nine amplified speakers with subwoofer and 506-watt amp
- ✓Multimedia Systems: AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3 radio
- ✓Seats: Leather-trimmed first- and second-row
- ✓Seats: Driver’s two-way power lumbar support
- ✓Seats: Eight-way power driver’s seat
- ✓Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- ✓HomeLink universal transceiver
- ✓ParkView rear backup camera
- ✓Remote start
- ✓Vehicle security alarm
- ✓Media Center 430 CD/DVD/MP3/HDD radio with 6.5-in. touchscreen, 30GB hard drive (approximately 6,700 song capacity), Gracenote Music ID and audio jack
- ✓SiriusXM Radio — Includes one-year subscription (available only in continental United States) (included with Uconnect Handsfree Group and Single DVD or Dual DVD Blu-ray Entertainment Systems)
Standard on every trim (42)
- Billet Silver Metallic Coat, Bright White Clear Coat, Brilliant Black Pearl Coat, Sandstone Pearl Coat, Deep Cherry Red Pearl Coat, Redline 2-coat, Red Pearl (late availability), True Blue Pearl Coat and Granite Crystal Pearl Coat
- Body-color fascia
- Lighting: Daytime running lights
- Rear window wiper/washer and rear window defroster
- 12-volt DC located in instrument panel and rear-quarter trim panel
- Auxiliary power: Auxiliary, 12-volt in instrument panel
- Climate Control: Air filtering
- Seats: Active head restraints, first-row
- Tilt/telescope steering column
- Steering wheel: Speed and audio controls
- Open bin in lower instrument panel, driver door sill bin and left rear-quarter trim bin
- Storage: Glove box, dual
- 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine with variable-valve timing (VVT)
- Anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes, hydraulic assist brake
- Electrical: 160-amp alternator
- Electrical: Battery – 730 amp, maintenance free
- 20-gallon fuel tank
- Six-speed automatic with overdrive and Auto Stick manual control
- Advanced multistage driver and front-passenger
- Air Bags: Front and rear side curtain
- Air Bags: Driver inflatable knee air bag
- Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side air bags (pelvic-thorax)
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
- All-speed traction control system (TCS)
- BeltAlert
- Brake Assist
- Brake/Park interlock
- Crumple zones
- Dual-note electric horn
- Door Locks: Speed-sensitive automatic power
- One-touch driver unlock, two-touch passenger door unlock key fob
- Door Locks: Child-protection, sliding doors
- Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)
- Energy-absorbing steering column
- Front seat-belt pretensioners
- Height-adjustable seat belts (front seats)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
- Reactive head restraints
- Remote keyless/illuminated entry system — includes panic button
- Seat belts — includes three-point for all positions
- Sentry Key engine immobilizer — theft-deterrent system
- Tire-pressure monitor
Source: 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: 3.6L.
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV joints. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine). ** | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. | ||||||||||||||
| Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. | ||||||||||||||
| Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
Once a month or before a long trip
- Check engine oil level.
- Check windshield washer fluid level.
- Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
- Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed.
- Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
At every oil change interval as indicated by oil change indicator system
- Change oil and filter.
- Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
- Inspect exhaust system.
- Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
Severe duty (all models)
- Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off-road environment or predominately at idle or very low engine RPM.
Notes
- The oil change indicator system determines when oil service is due; the message can appear as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) under severe conditions.
- Oil change intervals must never exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first.
- ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply.
Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | US | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | — | 20 gal | 76 L |
| Engine oil with filter | 3.6L engine | 6 qt | 5.6 L |
| Cooling system | 3.6L engine | 13.4 qt | 12.6 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | OAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10 Year/150,000 Mile antifreeze/coolant | MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Engine oil | API Certified SAE 5W-20 | MS-6395 | Mopar |
| Engine oil filter | — | — | Mopar Engine Oil Filters |
| Spark plugs | — | — | Mopar Spark Plugs |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid | — | Mopar ATF+4 |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 is not available) | — | Mopar DOT 3 |
| Power steering reservoir | Power steering fluid +4 or ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid | — | Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4; Mopar ATF+4 |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 3.6L Flex Fuel (E-85) engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded or E-85 | Up to 85% (E85); E85 capable |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque | Thread | Socket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lug nuts/bolts | 100 ft-lb (135 N·m) | M12 x 1.5 | 19 mm |
- Cooling system capacity includes the heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
- Add 2.9 qt (2.8 L) of coolant if equipped with a rear heater.
- Engine oil should be API Certified SAE 5W-20; check the oil filler cap for the correct grade.
- Cooling system uses OAT coolant only; do not mix with HOAT or globally compatible coolant.
- Lug nut/bolt torque applies to dealer-recommended hardware; tighten in a star pattern, twice.
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2016 model year.
Owner's manuals
Uconnect & radio
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan questions
How much oil does the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan take?
With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan use?
Engine oil: API Certified SAE 5W-20 (MS-6395).
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle. This model is no longer sold new.