Braun 2008 & Up Chrysler Foldout Entervan® Operator's Manual

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Foldout Entervan

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Page 1 2008 & Up Chrysler ® Foldout Entervan 34443...
Page 2 Congratulations We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest apprecia- tion on your new purchase. With you in mind, our skilled craftsmen W ARNING have designed and assembled the ﬁnest lowered ﬂoor vehicle available. This manual includes safety precautions, operating instructions, manual operating instructions, and instructions for maintenance and lubrication procedures.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Warranty and Registration Ramp Safety ..........22-24 Instructions ..............2 Wheelchair and Occupant Restraint ....25-33 Introduction ..............3 Seat Removal and Installation Entervan Operation Quick Front Seats (General Information) ....34, 35 Reference Guide ............ 4, 5 Seat Base Rear Covers ........35 Features ..............
Page 4: Warranty And Registration Instructions
Entervan. Review the delivery checklist and ﬁll out the warranty/registration informa- tion with your sales representative and mail it to The Braun Corporation ® A detailed Warranty section is provid- ed within this manual. The warranty card must be processed to activate the warranty.
Page 5: Introduction
Operation Quick Reference Guide does not apply. Contact The resentative or call The Braun Cor- Page 3...
Page 6: Entervan Operation Quick Reference Guide
This overview provides a simpliﬁed explanation of Entervan operation. Read the entire owner’s One-Touch Control Activation (operator’s) manual for complete details. Contact The Braun Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT ® if any Entervan power door, kneel and ramp functions are of this information is not understood.
Page 7: Reference Guide
ENTERVAN OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Operating Your New And the sliding door opens The rear suspension lowers Entervan Couldn’t Be Simpler . . . The ramp deploys Allowing easy entrance! Just press any one of the buttons like the one pictured above or those shown on page 4 (press twice on the key transmitter).
Page 8: Features
FEATURES One-Touch Electronic Con- power ramp provides 29-1/4" results in reduced ground clear- trol System: The electronic usable width. The power ramp ance. Be aware of limited ground control system provides simple can be manually operated. clearance. one-touch activation of Enter- van power functions.
Page 9: Features
FEATURES Wheelchair and Occupant Belt this seat (Position A) can be Kit is supplied for the restraint of removed and adaptive driving Front Seat one wheelchair and occupant. systems custom tailored for the “L” Track The belt kit is used in conjunc- individual can be purchased tion with the ﬂoor track.
Page 10: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST! Know That..All information contained CAUTION W ARNING in this manual and supplements (if included), is pro- This symbol indicates This symbol indicates vided for your safety. Familiarity important safety in- important informa- with proper operation instructions formation regarding a tion regarding how to as well as proper maintenance...
Page 11: Operation
“Kneeling” is the lowering motion and the power door closes. with speciﬁc Braun products. of the Entervan electromechani- Braun control systems are the cal rear suspension. The term One-Touch Control System only control systems authorized “deploy” (unfold) indicates the for use with Braun products.
Page 12: Control Switches
13. • Keyless Entry Transmitter The passenger power sliding door switches provided on the remote Braun minivan conversions are • Overhead Console Passenger keyless entry transmitter and in designed with safety and simplic- Power Sliding Door Switch the overhead console will unlock ity in mind for ease of operation.
Page 13 OPERATION One-Touch Control Activation Remote Keyless Entry Overhead Console Switch Transmitter Entervan power door, kneel and A control switch is located on ramp functions will be activated Using the Chrysler remote entry the overhead console. by pressing and releasing transmitter eliminates the need either control switch shown on for an additional remote control.
Page 14 OPERATION Power Sliding Door Lock and Center Console Switch B-Pillar Switch Master Lock Out For front seat passengers, a A switch is located on the wall The passenger side power switch is located in the center panel ahead of the passenger sliding door must be unlocked console (dashboard).
Page 15 OPERATION C-Pillar Switch Power Sliding Door Master Lock Out Switch A switch is located on the wall The Master Lock Out switch Press switch to ON to panel behind the passenger enable control switches. is located in the overhead slide door (C-Pillar). console.
Page 16: Ramp Access Sliding Door
OPERATION Kneel On/Off Switch Ramp Access Sliding Door Note: If a control switch is ac- The Kneel On/Off switch is Press and release the remote tivated while the power sliding located on the driver side of keyless entry transmitter door is opening or closing, the the center console.
Page 17 OPERATION Keep clear of the area in Power Door Manual Operation which the power door oper- Extension Strap ates. Ensure door travel path The passenger side power is clear. Personal injury or sliding door can be operated property damage may occur manually.
Page 18: Kneel System
OPERATION Automatic Kneel System Kneel On/Off Feature Note: If the Kneel On/Off switch is switched from Off to Kneeling is the lowering motion A Kneel On/Off feature is incor- On during the Open sequence of the Entervan electrome- porated in the electronic control of functions or within 60 chanical rear suspension.
Page 19 The Press and hold this switch to Contact your sales representa- kneel actuator motor will ratchet release kneel (raise vehicle). tive or call The Braun Corpora- (make clicking sound). Page 17...
Page 20: Power Ramp Operation
OPERATION Power Ramp Operation Note: The power sliding door 6"- 8" above ground level). The must travel from the full closed ramp continues to slowly lower The power ramp is activated by position to the full open position in the remaining distance by the the electronic control system order for the ramp to deploy.
Page 21: Power Ramp Safety
OPERATION Power Ramp Safety W ARNING Be certain there is adequate clearance outside the Entervan before deploying the power ramp. Keep Keep clear of clear of area in which the ramp operates. Be certain area in which no person or obstruction is within the path of the ramp ramp operates.
Page 22: Power Ramp Manual Operation
OPERATION Power Ramp Manual Operation manually stowing and deploying Push the ramp out from inside the ramp. the vehicle only if an assistant The power ramp can be manu- is not available and it is abso- ally deployed and stowed. Ramp Do not release the ramp when lutely necessary (power failure).
Page 23: Ramp Electrical Override
OPERATION Ramp Electrical Override An electrical override feature is incorporated in the power ramp system. The override by-pass- es the electronic control system to electrically power the ramp. The override is available to stow (fold) the ramp only. The Ramp Override Switch is located rear of the ramp in the lower wall panel.
Page 24: Ramp Safety
OPERATION Ramp Safety Never board an Entervan ramp if you or your at- tendant are intoxicated. The wheelchair should be Wheelchair passengers and attendants (when ap- positioned in the center of the ramp at all times. You plicable), must use basic common sense and good must be able to clearly view the ramp whenever judgment regarding ramp safety.
Page 25 OPERATION as speciﬁed by the manufac- W ARNING turer, before loading onto a wheelchair ramp. Be aware of Different types of disabili- ramp slope. ties require different types of wheelchairs and differ- ent types of wheelchair- equipped occupant restraint 52217 belt systems (torso restraint).
Page 26 OPERATION The aid of an attendant stabilizing the wheelchair Wheelchair Orientation and Securement During is recommended for optimum safety. Wheelchair Transport: The wheelchair and occupant must face passengers who intend to enter and exit their En- the front of the vehicle and must be secured using tervan without the assistance of an attendant must the Forward-Facing Wheelchair and Occupant Belt determine the safest and most practical method...
Page 27: Wheelchair And Occupant Restraint
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT One Forward-Facing Wheelchair Driver Seat: This seat (Position and Occupant Belt Kit is supplied A) can be removed and adaptive Front Seat for the restraint of one wheelchair driving systems custom tailored “L” Track and occupant (details follow). “L- for the driving wheelchair oc- track”...
Page 28 The belts are equipped with one at low speeds, in the keeper ﬁtting (attachment) which event of an accident. installs in the vehicle-mounted The Braun Wheelchair and Occupant Belt/Track “L” track (details on pages 28 System does meet the and 29). A hook is positioned...
Page 29 WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Wheelchair Passenger Securement: Two lap belt Position of the lap belt buckle, after adjustment, is to extensions are supplied for securement of the wheel- be located near hip position. The belt is to be worn chair occupant. The lap belt extensions are equipped low and snugly.
Page 30 WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Restraint Belt Angles Wheelchair Reference Plane Locate wheelchair in forward-facing position center- Rear ing wheelchair squarely within “L” track. The front Securement and rear belts, when attached, should create angles Points approximately as shown in Figure 2. Preferred angles and locations of belts from wheelchair se- 30°...
Page 31 WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Keeper Fitting and “L” Track a. Push down Attachment Instructions Keeper “L” Track on keeper. To Engage Keeper Fitting: 1. Insert keeper ﬁtting into track (align two engage- ment feet with holes in track). See Photo A. 2.
Page 32 WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT OEM Installed Upper Torso Lap Over-center Figure 3 and Shoulder Harness Buckle Belt Keeper “L” Track Over-center Buckle Belt Lap Belt Exten- “L” Track sions: Two lap belt extensions are supplied. Midpoint and front seat lap belt extensions are not interchange- able.
Page 33 WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT OEM Installed Upper Torso Note: Generic seat position Lap and Shoulder Harness shown. Attachment procedures are identical for all positions. Photos on pages 32 and 33 depict securement of wheelchair Figure 4 in midpoint position. Keeper attachment Adjustable details are provided Lap Belt...
Page 34 WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Over-Center Belt 3. With buckle open, Velcro ™ pull loose end of belt Attachments Tabs until tight (see Photo 1. Connect chair G). While holding hook to a solid the loose end with frame member of one hand, close the the wheelchair (as lever of the clamp...
Page 35: Wheelchair And Occupant Restraint
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Lap and Shoulder Belt Attachments Chrysler Refer to Photos K-N. Shoulder Belt 1. Position and connect the adjust- able lap belt extension keeper ﬁtting (attachment) to appropriate track an- chorage point (slots). Attach keeper as detailed on page 29. Pull ﬁrmly on belt to ensure ﬁtting is locked in track.
Page 36: Seat Removal And Installation
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seats: In an effort to modate owner needs. Once the When seats are removed, the produce vehicles that can be desired seat arrangement is de- seat electrical harness plug conﬁgured to meet a variety of termined, all power seat electrical must be connected to the customer needs, the driver and...
Page 37: Seat Base Rear Covers
Contact your sales representa- tive or call The Braun Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT if any of this information is not understood. Page 35...
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Page 39 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seat Wiring Harnesses and Receptacles An electrical harness receptacle is located to the rear of each seat base in the wall (at “B” pillar). The seat wiring harness plug connects to the receptacle socket (screw-on connector details on pages 38 and 39 of this manual).
Page 40 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION When installing seats, be cer- necting the plug to either recep- CAUTION tain seat wiring harnesses are tacle socket. Use this feature as reconnected. Failure to do so an alignment guide. Disconnect seat may result in power seat functions wiring harness being disabled and/or the air bag Note: Alignment grooves (slots)
Page 41 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Screw-on Connectors Alignment Groove Turn this Receptacle knurled grip. (socket) (at 12 o’clock) To Connect: Align the seat harness connector by position- ing the plug with the “TOP” label facing up. Align the seat Disconnect Connect harness connector alignment guides with the receptacle socket alignment grooves (will...
Page 42: Front Seat Removal
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seat Removal Instructions Front Seat Bases “Step & roll” quick-release seat 1. Move seat to full forward and upright position. base attachments engage re- cessed ﬂoor strikers (supports). 2. Caution! Disconnect seat A foot-activated release pedal wiring harness before is located at the rear of the seat removing a front seat base.
Page 43 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Stowed Seat Base Foot Pedal Deployed Front Wheels Deployed Rear Wheels Illustrations depict seat base only. Stowed Depress Depress pedal (a) Pull seat up and back. Roll seat out of vehicle Seat Base foot pedal. and lift seat (b). Engaged Strikers Deployed Rear Wheels Deployed Front Wheels...
Page 44: Front Seat Installation
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seat Bases Front Seat Installation W ARNING Instructions “Step & roll” quick-release seat Seat attachments base attachments engage re- 1. Roll seat base into position, just must be fully latched cessed ﬂoor strikers (supports). A behind the ﬂoor mounted strikers.
Page 45 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Stowed Roll seat (locked) into position. Seat Base Floor Strikers Engaged Front Strikers Engagement Bar Engaged Strikers Roll seat into position. Engage front strikers (a) and Stowed (locked) depress engagement bar (b). Seat Base Floor Strikers Engaged Front Strikers Engaged Strikers Page 43...
Page 46: Third Row Seats
* Should removal of the passenger operating vehicle. side section of the third row seat To Unfold (rotate rearward) Third Failure to do so may be imperative, contact The Braun Row Seats result in serious Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT ®...
Page 47 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 2. Pull the release strap at the rear 4. Remove E-ring retaining clips Third Row Seat Removal: of the seat (between seat base from the pivot pins securing the Note: Removal of the passenger and ﬂoor), and lift and fold (tip) front ﬂoor mounts.
Page 48 Entervan conversion that of the modiﬁcations and alterations for associated it will repair (or replace at Braun’s sole option) any parts for a period of 36 months or 36,000 miles, defect in material or factory workmanship in the metal whichever occurs ﬁrst.
Page 49: Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY Years/Miles in Service Speciﬁc Area Covered 36 Months Entervan appearance items including but not limited to interior ﬂoor covering and slide door lowered extension assemblies. 36,000 Miles (whichever comes ﬁrst) Corrosion Limited Warranty: Corrosion Limited Warranty Outer Panels: Entervan frame, ﬂoor and lower door modiﬁcation metal fabrication corrosion applies to perforation only.
Page 50 The Braun The return authorization procedure must be ad- Corporation within thirty days of the purchase.
Page 51: Return Authorization Procedure
LIMITED WARRANTY of the failure of anyone to operate the same in ac- The Braun Corporation shall not be liable for tow- cordance with the printed instructions of The Braun ing charges, travel and lodging, or any other expense Corporation or because of operation of the same incurred due to the loss of use of vehicle or other beyond its capacity.
Page 52: Preventive Maintenance
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Maintenance is necessary to • Does the electronic control sys- extension hinge (goes on wet then ensure safe and trouble free tem function properly? dries). Lubricants of this type Entervan operation. General pre- • Do the control switches function are available that do not attract ventive maintenance consisting properly?
Page 53 Maintenance and Lubrication Contact your sales representa- must be performed Schedule provided in the Entervan tive or call The Braun Corporation by authorized ser- service manual. The procedures at 1-800-THE LIFT. One of our vice personnel as...
Page 54: Auxiliary Power Supply / Below Floor Obstructions
AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY / BELOW FLOOR OBSTRUCTIONS Note: The technical information Auxiliary Power Supply: Do not Refer to the illustration on page 55 provided on pages 52-55 of this connect auxiliary devices directly to avoid contacting or damaging manual is service related. If you to the vehicle battery.
Page 55 AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY / BELOW FLOOR OBSTRUCTIONS Fuse Blocks: Two fuse blocks Battery Fuse Block: The total Fuse Block Access: The fuse are provided for use as an auxil- maximum load must not exceed blocks are located at the bottom iary power source (one Ignition 40 amperes.
Page 56 AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY / BELOW FLOOR OBSTRUCTIONS Below Floor Obstructions Refer to the illustration on the following page when installing When installing an electrical tie- aftermarket equipment to avoid down, power seat or other auxilia- contacting or damaging vital ry electrical device in an Entervan, components under the ﬂoor.
Page 57: Floor Obstructions
AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY / BELOW FLOOR OBSTRUCTIONS Below Floor Obstructions Page 55...
Page 58: Jacking And Tire Changing
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING INSTRUCTIONS Jacking and Tire Changing Refer to the OEM-supplied manual for tire changing instructions and safety precautions, Interior Spare Tire Mount: The spare tire as well as instructions regarding other road- is located behind the rear bench seat in the side emergencies.
Page 59: Reporting Safety Defects
Please call us at immediately inform the National Highway Trafﬁc Safety 1-800-THE-LIFT ® , or write: Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the Braun Corporation. The Braun Corporation 631 West 11th Street If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an inves- P.O.
Page 60: Towing
Towing with a Entervan Use of this lowered ﬂoor conversion vehicle for towing is prohibited. If your Entervan Needs Towed If case of service, The Braun Corporation recommends that this lowered ﬂoor conversion vehicle be transported on a trailer rather than...
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