2008 & Up Chrysler Foldout Entervan® 34443
Congratulations We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest appreciation on your new purchase. With you in mind, our skilled craftsmen 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.
CONTENTS Warranty and Registration Instructions ................................................................ 2 Introduction ................................................................ 3 Entervan Operation Quick Reference Guide .................................................... 4, 5 Features ................................................................. 6, 7 Safety Precautions .................................................... 8 Operation Terminology ..........................................
WARRANTY AND REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Examine your Entervan® for any damage. Should any damage have occurred during delivery, notify the carrier at once with any claims. Vehicle Delivery Checkli & Warranty Registra st tion Customer Name ____________ __________________ The warranty/registration card shown here is supplied with each Entervan. Review the delivery checklist and fill out the warranty/registration information with your sales representative and mail it to The Braun Corporation®.
INTRODUCTION The Braun Entervan® lowered floor conversion is designed to provide years of pleasure and mobility independence. Familiarity with proper operation and maintenance procedures will help ensure safe, trouble free operation. The Braun Corporation encourages wheelchair passengers and their attendant(s) to review the material contained in this manual with your Entervan sales representative, before attempting operation.
ENTERVAN OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Entervan Operation Overview This overview provides a simplified explanation of Entervan operation. Read the entire owner’s (operator’s) manual for complete details. Contact The Braun Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT® if any of this information is not understood. Power Operation Entervan power functions are managed by the electronic control system.
ENTERVAN OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Operating Your New Entervan Couldn’t Be Simpler . . . 2 And the sliding door opens 3 The rear suspension lowers A 4 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). . .
FEATURES One-Touch Electronic Control System: The electronic control system provides simple one-touch activation of Entervan power functions. For your convenience, the power features can be activated using the OEM remote keyless entry transmitter or one of the interior switches detailed on pages 10-13. Passenger Side Power Slide Door: The electronic control system activates the passenger side power slide door for ramp access.
FEATURES Wheelchair and Occupant Belt Kit is supplied for the restraint of one wheelchair and occupant. The belt kit is used in conjunction with the floor track. Note: Additional belt kits can be purchased (option). Quick-Release Front Passenger Seat with Floor Track for Wheelchair and Occupant Securement: The passenger seat (Position B) is equipped with “step & roll” quick-release seat base attachments (making seat removal and installation procedures simple).
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST! Know That.... All information contained in this manual and supplements (if included), is provided for your safety. Familiarity with proper operation instructions as well as proper maintenance procedures are necessary to ensure safe, trouble free operation. Safety precautions are provided to identify potentially hazardous situations and provide instruction on how to avoid them.
OPERATION Whenever parking your Entervan and before utilizing Entervan power features, always engage the vehicle transmission in Park “P” and engage the vehicle parking brake. Entervan power function control switches can be activated only if the vehicle transmission is in Park or Neutral. Terminology “Kneeling” is the lowering motion of the Entervan electromechanical rear suspension. The term “deploy” (unfold) indicates the lowering motion of the ramp to the deployed position.
OPERATION Control Switches For your convenience, Entervan power features can be activated using the OEM remote keyless entry transmitter or one of the interior control switches identified on pages 11-13. The passenger power sliding door switches provided on the remote keyless entry transmitter and in the overhead console will unlock the passenger side slide door and activate the Entervan power door, kneel and ramp functions.
OPERATION One-Touch Control Activation Entervan power door, kneel and ramp functions will be activated by pressing and releasing either control switch shown on this page. Press and release the remote entry transmitter button twice within five seconds. Power Sliding Door Lock and Master Lock Out The keyless entry and overhead console switches will activate Entervan power functions whether the passenger sliding door is locked or unlocked.
OPERATION Power Sliding Door Lock and Master Lock Out The passenger side power sliding door must be unlocked and the overhead console Master Lock Out switch must be in the ON position before the three power sliding door switches identified here can activate Entervan power functions. Center Console Switch B-Pillar Switch For front seat passengers, a switch is located in the center console (dashboard). A switch is located on the wall panel ahead of the passenger slide door (B-Pillar).
OPERATION C-Pillar Switch A switch is located on the wall panel behind the passenger slide door (C-Pillar). Power Sliding Door Master Lock Out Switch The Master Lock Out switch is located in the overhead console. If the Master Lock Out switch is in the OFF position, this OEM feature will disable the three power sliding door switches identified at left. Press the switch to the ON position to enable the control switches. Press switch to ON to enable control switches.
OPERATION Kneel On/Off Switch Ramp Access Sliding Door The Kneel On/Off switch is located on the driver side of the center console. The Kneel On/Off switch turns the kneel system on and off only. See page 16 for further details. Press and release the remote keyless entry transmitter or one of the interior control switches to activate the power sliding door (control switches detailed on pages 10-13).
OPERATION Keep clear of the area in which the power door operates. Ensure door travel path is clear. Personal injury or property damage may occur during power door operation. Be sure the door is fully closed and latched before driving. WARNING Keep clear of area in which power door operates. Failure to do so may result in bodily injury and/or property damage. Power Door Manual Operation Extension Strap The passenger side power sliding door can be operated manually. Unlock the passenger sliding door.
OPERATION Automatic Kneel System Kneel On/Off Feature Kneeling is the lowering motion of the Entervan electromechanical rear suspension. The kneel system lowers the rear of the vehicle. Lowering the rear of the vehicle reduces the slope of the ramp. A Kneel On/Off feature is incorporated in the electronic control system. This feature provides the option of kneeling the vehicle when operating the power door and power ramp. The Kneel switch is located on the driver side of the center console (see page 14).
OPERATION Note: If the Entervan is in the kneeled position (with ramp deployed) and the transmission is disengaged from Park “P,” the ramp will stow and the vehicle will raise. tion at 1-800-THE LIFT. One of our national Product Support representatives will direct you to an authorized service center. Note: Do not leave your Entervan in the kneeled (lowered) position for extended periods of time. Doing so may result in battery drain. An electrical override feature is incorporated in the kneel system.
OPERATION Power Ramp Operation The power ramp is activated by the electronic control system using any of the control switches identified on pages 11-13. When a control switch is activated to start the Open functions, the ramp deploys after the power sliding door reaches the fully open position. When the Close functions are activated, the ramp stow function begins immediately (simultaneously with the kneel system).
OPERATION Power Ramp Safety WARNING Be certain there is adequate clearance outside the Entervan before deploying the power ramp. Keep clear of area in which the ramp operates. Be certain no person or obstruction is within the path of the ramp when deploying or stowing the ramp. Keep clear of all power ramp moving parts. Do not attempt to grip or hold the ramp or ramp folding mechanism during operation. WARNING Provide adequate clearance outside of vehicle to accommodate ramp.
OPERATION Power Ramp Manual Operation The power ramp can be manually deployed and stowed. Ramp manual operation procedures must be performed by an assistant. An oval-shaped HAND HOLD slot is provided on the ramp. Carefully deploy and stow the ramp using the HAND HOLD. manually stowing and deploying the ramp. Do not release the ramp when manually deploying or stowing the ramp. The ramp will free-fall.
OPERATION Ramp Electrical Override An electrical override feature is incorporated in the power ramp system. The override by-passes 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. Press and hold the switch to stow (fold) the ramp. Release the switch when the ramp is fully stowed (stops).
OPERATION Ramp Safety Wheelchair passengers and attendants (when applicable), must use basic common sense and good judgment regarding ramp safety. Each wheelchair passenger has a unique set of physical abilities, combined with the physical characteristics of his or her wheelchair, that dictate the method in which he or she will enter and exit the Entervan. Consequently, the procedures for safe operation outlined in this manual are general in nature.
OPERATION as specified by the manufacturer, before loading onto a wheelchair ramp. Different types of disabilities require different types of wheelchairs and different types of wheelchairequipped occupant restraint belt systems (torso restraint). It is the responsibility of the wheelchair passenger to have his or her wheelchair equipped with an occupant restraint (seat belt) under the direction of their health care professional.
OPERATION The aid of an attendant stabilizing the wheelchair is recommended for optimum safety. Wheelchair passengers who intend to enter and exit their Entervan without the assistance of an attendant must determine the safest and most practical method and orientation of entering and exiting the Entervan based on the physical characteristics of their personal wheelchair and his or her physical capabilities to maintain stability while the wheelchair is in motion on the Entervan ramp.
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT One Forward-Facing Wheelchair and Occupant Belt Kit is supplied for the restraint of one wheelchair and occupant (details follow). “Ltrack” is mounted in four locations in the vehicle for belt securement (shown in Figure 1). Note: Wheelchair passengers shown at right depict the available seating positions. Wheelchair capacity at Midpoint (Position C) may have limitations based on the physical dimensions of specific wheelchairs.
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT WARNING No product developed to date can guarantee successful securement of the wheelchair, even at low speeds, in the event of an accident. The Braun Wheelchair and Occupant Belt/Track System does meet the most widely referenced Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards used for contemporary restraint equipment. However, this equipment does not ensure stability of the wheelchair in the event of an accident at any speed.
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Wheelchair Passenger Securement: Two lap belt extensions are supplied for securement of the wheelchair occupant. The lap belt extensions are equipped with a keeper fitting (attachment) which installs in the vehicle-mounted “L” track. A female receptacle is positioned on the opposite end of the extension for attachment to a Chrysler factory-installed upper torso lap and shoulder belt. Note: The midpoint lap belt extension is a standard belt style assembly (adjustable).
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Wheelchair Reference Plane Rear Securement Points 30° 45° 12" 10° 10° Rear View Side View Restraint Belt Angles Locate wheelchair in forward-facing position centering wheelchair squarely within “L” track. The front and rear belts, when attached, should create angles approximately as shown in Figure 2. Preferred angles and locations of belts from wheelchair securement points to vehicle anchor points are shown.
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT A Keeper “L” Track Keeper Fitting and “L” Track Attachment Instructions B a. Push down on keeper. To Engage Keeper Fitting: 1. Insert keeper fitting into track (align two engagement feet with holes in track). See Photo A. Align engagement feet with holes. C 2. Push down on fitting and slide fitting 1/2 slot in either direction until it clicks and locks in position (see Photos B and C). Pull firmly on belt to ensure fitting is locked in track. b.
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Over-center Buckle Belt OEM Installed Upper Torso Lap and Shoulder Harness Figure 3 Keeper “L” Track Over-center Buckle Belt “L” Track Keeper Over-center Buckle Belt Page 30 Over-center Buckle Belt Lap Belt Extension (see note at right) Lap Belt Extensions: Two lap belt extensions are supplied. Midpoint and front seat lap belt extensions are not interchangeable. Midpoint lap belt extension shown in Figures 3 and 4.
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT OEM Installed Upper Torso Lap and Shoulder Harness Note: Generic seat position shown. Attachment procedures are identical for all positions. Photos on pages 32 and 33 depict securement of wheelchair in midpoint position. Figure 4 Keeper attachment details are provided on page 29.
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Over-Center Belt Attachments E G 1. Connect chair hook to a solid frame member of the wheelchair (as shown in Photo E). Hook Keeper 2. Position and connect belt keeper fitting (attachment) to appropriate track anchorage point (slots). Attach keeper as detailed on page 29. Pull firmly on belt to ensure fitting is locked in track. F Page 32 Note: Belt angles should be as shown in Figure 2 on page 28. 3.
WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT Lap and Shoulder Belt Attachments K Refer to Photos K-N. 1. Position and connect the adjustable lap belt extension keeper fitting (attachment) to appropriate track anchorage point (slots). Attach keeper as detailed on page 29. Pull firmly on belt to ensure fitting is locked in track. Extension Belt 2. Connect the lap and shoulder belt to the lap belt extension (insert latch plate in female receptacle).
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seats: In an effort to produce vehicles that can be configured to meet a variety of customer needs, the driver and passenger seat bases have been designed so they may be removed. This feature allows the owner and sales representative to determine the appropriate seating arrangement to accom- WARNING Park vehicle and turn engine off before removing or installing seats. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION When positioning seats, it is your responsibility to reconnect all seat electrical harnesses. Failure to properly connect power seat electrical harnesses may result in power seat functions being disabled and/or the air bag light illuminating. Entervan front seats are equipped with an exclusive “step & roll” quick-release system. Refer to the seat removal and installation instructions provided in this manual. Note: Driver and passenger side front seats are not interchangeable.
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SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seat Wiring Harnesses and Receptacles A B 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). Seat Harness C Before removing seats, be certain seat wiring harnesses are disconnected.
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION CAUTION Disconnect seat wiring harness before removing seat. Failure to do so may result in property damage. WARNING Connect front seat wiring harness plug to socket provided at top of seat base before removing front seat. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. Page 38 When installing seats, be certain seat wiring harnesses are reconnected.
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Turn this knurled grip. Receptacle (socket) Connect TOP 28891 Disconnect Screw-on Connectors To Connect: Align the seat harness connector by positioning the plug with the “TOP” label facing up. Align the seat harness connector alignment guides with the receptacle socket alignment grooves (will only connect one way). Carefully insert the seat harness plug in the receptacle socket.
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seat Bases Front Seat Removal Instructions “Step & roll” quick-release seat base attachments engage recessed floor strikers (supports). A foot-activated release pedal is located at the rear of the seat base. Stepping on the pedal disengages the attachments and deploys the seat base rear wheels. 1. Move seat to full forward and upright position. Note: For ease of disengagement, move the seat to the full forward and upright position before removing seat(s).
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION A Stowed Seat Base E C b a Foot Pedal B Stowed Seat Base Depress foot pedal. Deployed Front Wheels Deployed Rear Wheels Illustrations depict seat base only. D Depress pedal (a) and lift seat (b). F b Pull seat up and back.
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seat Bases “Step & roll” quick-release seat base attachments engage recessed floor strikers (supports). A foot-activated release pedal is located at the rear of the seat base. A cross bar is positioned directly under the pedal. Stepping on the bar engages the rear seat base attachments to lock the seat base. WARNING Seat attachments must be fully latched in floor supports before occupying seats or operating vehicle. Failure to do so will result in serious bodily injury.
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION A Roll seat into position. E C b a Floor Strikers B Roll seat into position. Engaged Front Strikers D Stowed (locked) Seat Base Engagement Bar Engage front strikers (a) and depress engagement bar (b).
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Third Row Seats Folding (tipping) Third Row Seats Third row 60/40 split bench seats have been modified during conversion procedures. Seat backs can be folded down to the flat position and tipped forward to provide full access to rear floor storage compartments. The Stow ’n Go (stow in floor) feature is not available. Seat backs can be folded down to the flat position and tipped forward. Seats must be returned to the full stowed (locked) position before driving.
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Note: Removal of the passenger side section of the seat is prohibited*. Policy detailed on previous page. 2. Pull the release strap at the rear of the seat (between seat base and floor), and lift and fold (tip) the seat forward. Note: Push top of linkage rod forward to stabilize seat (over center position) 4. Remove E-ring retaining clips from the pivot pins securing the front floor mounts. 1.
LIMITED WARRANTY In accordance with the Chrysler 5 year/100,000 mile corrosion warranty, The Braun Corporation warrants to the purchaser of its Entervan conversion that it will repair (or replace at Braun’s sole option) any defect in material or factory workmanship in the metal fabrication on or of the frame, floor and lowered door extension for a period of 5 years or 100,000 miles on the odometer, whichever occurs first.
LIMITED WARRANTY Years/Miles in Service 36 Months or 36,000 Miles Specific Area Covered Entervan appearance items including but not limited to interior floor covering and slide door lowered extension assemblies. (whichever comes first) Corrosion Limited Warranty Outer Panels 5 Year or 100,000 Miles Corrosion Limited Warranty: Outer Panels: Entervan frame, floor and lower door modification metal fabrication corrosion applies to perforation only.
LIMITED WARRANTY Both the 5 year/100,000 mile corrosion and the 3 year/36,000 mile limited warranties described on previous page commence on the date the conversion is put into service, providing the warranty registration card is completed and received by The Braun Corporation within thirty days of the purchase. The Braun Corporation agrees to repair or replace any of its Entervan factory-installed parts found to be defective within the appropriate warranty period or mileage.
LIMITED WARRANTY of the failure of anyone to operate the same in accordance with the printed instructions of The Braun Corporation or because of operation of the same beyond its capacity. The Braun Corporation shall not be liable for towing charges, travel and lodging, or any other expense incurred due to the loss of use of vehicle or other reason. This limited warranty does not cover normal maintenance, service, or periodic adjustments necessitated by use or wear.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and trouble free Entervan operation. General preventive maintenance consisting of inspections of your Entervan systems along with cleaning and lubricating procedures should be a part of your routine (lubrication requirements are minimal). Keeping the passenger slide door lower track pan free of debris, ice and snow is one of the most effective preventive maintenance practices to exercise.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Preventive maintenance visual inspections, cleaning and lubrication procedures do not take the place of the procedures specified in the Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule provided in the Entervan service manual. The procedures outlined in the Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule must be performed at the recommended scheduled intervals by an authorized Braun Corporation service representative who has attended and been certified by The Braun Corporation Sales and Service School.
AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY / BELOW FLOOR OBSTRUCTIONS Note: The technical information provided on pages 52-55 of this manual is service related. If you are having an electrical tie-down, power seat or other auxiliary electrical device installed in your Entervan, this information should be supplied to the technician. Otherwise, disregard this section. CAUTION Do not connect auxiliary devices to vehicle battery. Doing so may result in damage to electrical system and/or electronic components.
AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY / BELOW FLOOR OBSTRUCTIONS Fuse Blocks: Two fuse blocks are provided for use as an auxiliary power source (one Ignition fuse block and one Battery fuse block). The Battery fuse block provides power at all times (independent of the vehicle ignition). The Ignition fuse block supplies power only when the vehicle ignition is on. Battery Fuse Block: The total maximum load must not exceed 40 amperes.
AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY / BELOW FLOOR OBSTRUCTIONS Below Floor Obstructions When installing an electrical tiedown, power seat or other auxiliary electrical device in an Entervan, obstructions below the floor must be avoided. Obstructions include wiring, fuel system, brake lines, etc. Installers must be aware of these obstructions. WARNING Check for obstructions such as wires, gas lines, exhaust, etc. before drilling or cutting through floor.
Q ( p ) Rear A/C Lines Emergency Brake Cables OEM Charcoal Canister Charcoal Vapor Line Side Impact Sensor OEM Fuel Tank Braun Controller Side Impact Sensor Rear Heat Lines Side Impact Sensor Side Impact Sensor Fuel Fill Tube Passenger Receptacle Station Main Fuel Line Driver Receptacle Station Brake Lines Heat & A/C Gateway Electrical Center (SIR Terminator, Gateway Module and Fuse Block) Below Floor Obstructions Brake System Fuel System Braun Wiring OEM Wiring Color Key AUXILIA
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING INSTRUCTIONS Jacking and Tire Changing Interior Spare Tire Mount: The spare tire is located behind the rear bench seat in the passenger side floor compartment. The OEM jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stored inside the rear diver side wall compartment (OEM location). Refer to the OEM-supplied manual for tire changing instructions and safety precautions, as well as instructions regarding other roadside emergencies.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Reporting Safety Defects to The Braun Corporation If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the Braun Corporation. In addition to notifying NHTSA we certainly hope you will notify us.
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 towed with one set of wheels suspended and the other set of wheels remaining in road contact.
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34443 March 2008 Patent #6,825,628 B2
