Page 2 - Congratulations; WARNING
Congratulations We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest apprecia- tion 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...
Page 3 - CONTENTS
Page 1 CONTENTS Ramp Safety .................................................. 22-24 Wheelchair and Occupant Restraint ................ 25-33 Seat Removal and Installation Front Seats (General Information) ................ 34, 35 Seat Base Rear Covers ...................................... 35 Seat E...
Page 4 - WARRANTY AND REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS; Vehicle Identi; Examine your Entervan; warranty; Record the last eight digits of the vehicle identi; This information must be provided; Vehicle Deliv
Page 2 WARRANTY AND REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Vehicle Identi fi cation Number (VIN) Examine your Entervan ® for any damage. Should any damage have occurred during delivery, notify the carrier at once with any claims. The warranty/registration card shown here is supplied with each Entervan. Review th...
Page 5 - INTRODUCTION; Operation Quick Reference Guide; fl; before attempting
Page 3 INTRODUCTION Operation Quick Reference Guide The Braun Entervan ® lowered fl oor 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 enc...
Page 6 - OEM Remote; Entervan Operation Overview
Page 4 ENTERVAN OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Interior mounted control switches display one of these graphics. One-Touch Control Activation Entervan power door, kneel and ramp functions are activated by pressing and releasing a control switch (press and release remote entry transmitter button twic...
Page 7 - ENTERVAN OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE; And the sliding door opens
Page 5 Just press any oneof the buttons like the one pictured above or those shown on page 4 (press twice on the key transmitter). . . Operating Your New Entervan Couldn’t Be Simpler . . . The rear suspension lowers The ramp deploys Allowing easy entrance! ENTERVAN OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1 ...
Page 8 - Ground; FEATURES
Page 6 One-Touch Electronic Con-trol System: The electronic control system provides simple one-touch activation of Enter-van 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-...
Page 10 - Safety Symbols; CAUTION; Recognize the seriousness of this information.
Page 8 Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST! Know That.... C CAUTION This symbol indicates important informa-tion regarding how to avoid a hazard-ous situation that could result in minor personal injury or property damage. A supplements (if included), is pro-vided for your safety. Familiarity with proper ope...
Page 11 - OPERATION; Braun control systems are the; only; control systems authorized; Do not; attempt to interface after-; To do so may
Page 9 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 “...
Page 12 - Control Switches; ed; if the passenger
Page 10 Switches that activate Entervan power functions at all times : • Keyless Entry Transmitter • Overhead Console Passenger Power Sliding Door Switch • All Other Switches The passenger side power slide door must be unlocked and the Master Lock Out switch must be in the ON position before power f...
Page 13 - this; One-Touch Control Activation; within; Press and release; this switch
Page 11 OPERATION Press and release this switch twice ( x 2) 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 but-ton twice within fi ve seco...
Page 14 - in the
Page 12 Center Console Switch For front seat passengers, a switch is located in the center console (dashboard). B-Pillar Switch A switch is located on the wall panel ahead of the passenger slide door (B-Pillar). OPERATION Power Sliding Door Lock and Master Lock Out The passenger side power sliding d...
Page 15 - the three power; Press switch to; to; OFF; to; disable; ON
Page 13 OPERATION C-Pillar Switch A switch is located on the wall panel behind the passenger slide door (C-Pillar). Press and release this switch Press and release switch displaying slide door graphic. Power Sliding Door Master Lock Out Switch The Master Lock Out switch is located in the overhead co...
Page 16 - page 16 for further details.; Press this switch to; to activate kneel feature.; to disable kneel feature.; If a control switch is ac-; Ramp Access Sliding Door
Page 14 OPERATION Kneel On/Off Switch 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 this switch to ON to activate kneel feature. Press this switch to OFF to disable ...
Page 17 - The ramp obstructs ac-; Ramp
Page 15 WARNING Keep clear of area in which power door operates. Failure to do so may result in bodily injury and/or property damage. Keep clear of the area in which the power door oper-ates. Ensure door travel path is clear. Personal injury or property damage may occur during power door operation. ...
Page 18 - rear suspension. The; Kneel On/Off Feature; of kneeling the vehicle; If the Entervan is in the
Page 16 OPERATION Automatic Kneel System Kneeling is the lowering motion of the Entervan electrome-chanical rear suspension. The kneel system lowers the rear of the vehicle. Lowering the rear of the vehicle reduces the slope of the ramp. When the electronic control system is activated to start the O...
Page 19 - drive with the; Kneel Electrical Override; Press and hold; this switch to; Kneel
Page 17 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. Note: Do not leave your En- tervan in the kneeled (lowered) position for extended periods of time. Doing so may res...
Page 20 - may result in damage
Page 18 OPERATION Power Ramp Operation The power ramp is activated by the electronic control system using any of the control switches identi fi ed 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 posi...
Page 21 - attempt to grip
Page 19 WARNING Provide adequate clearance outside of vehicle to ac-commodate ramp. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. OPERATION Keep body parts and obstructions clear of the area in which the ramp operates. Power Ramp Safety Be certain there is adequate cle...
Page 22 - Use; carefully; deploy and stow ramp.; Power Ramp Manual Operation; deploy and stow the; HAND HOLD; Keep clear of hinge area.; if an assistant
Page 20 Use HAND HOLD to carefully deploy and stow ramp. Power Ramp Manual Operation The power ramp can be manu-ally deployed and stowed. Ramp manual operation procedures must be performed by an assis-tant. An oval-shaped HAND HOLD slot is provided on the ramp. Carefully deploy and stow the ramp usi...
Page 23 - If you stop pressing; ramp
Page 21 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 o...
Page 24 - ed in the owner’s manual; your
Page 22 OPERATION Ramp Safety Wheelchair passengers and attendants (when ap-plicable), 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 dict...
Page 25 - as speci; before; loading onto a; Stabilizing Wheelchairs:; Powered and manual
Page 23 OPERATION as speci fi ed by the manufac- turer, before loading onto a wheelchair ramp. Different types of disabili-ties require different types of wheelchairs and differ-ent types of wheelchair-equipped occupant restraint belt systems (torso restraint). It is the responsibility of the wheelc...
Page 27 - WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT; Figure 1
Page 25 WHEELCHAIR AND OCCUPANT RESTRAINT One Forward-Facing Wheelchair and Occupant Belt Kit is supplied for the restraint of one wheelchair and occupant (details follow). “L- track” is mounted in four locations in the vehicle for belt securement (shown in Figure 1). Note: Wheelchair passengers sho...
Page 28 - Wheelchair Securement:; Four; not
Page 26 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...
Page 29 - Wheelchair Passenger Securement:; Two lap belt; not interchangeable; . Attachment procedures; Belt and Track Maintenance:; Inspect belt assem-
Page 27 Wheelchair Passenger Securement: Two lap belt extensions are supplied for securement of the wheel-chair occupant. The lap belt extensions are equipped with a keeper fi tting (attachment) which installs in the vehicle-mounted “L” track. A female receptacle is positioned on the opposite end of...
Page 30 - Front View; Wheelchair Reference Plane; Side View
Page 28 Restraint Belt Angles Locate wheelchair in forward-facing position center-ing 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 se-curement points to ...
Page 34 - Press
Page 32 1. Connect chair hook to a solid frame member of the wheelchair (as shown in Photo E). 2. Position and connect belt keeper fi tting (attachment) to appropriate track anchorage point (slots). Attach keeper as detailed on page 29. Pull fi rmly on belt to ensure fi tting is locked in track. Not...
Page 35 - Lap and Shoulder Belt Attachments
Page 33 Lap and Shoulder Belt Attachments Refer to Photos K-N. 1. Position and connect the adjust- able lap belt extension keeper fi tting (attachment) to appropriate track an-chorage point (slots). Attach keeper as detailed on page 29. Pull fi rmly on belt to ensure fi tting is locked in track. 2. ...
Page 36 - plug; provided at the top; SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Page 34 Front Seats: In an effort to produce vehicles that can be con fi gured 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 representa-tive to determine the appropriate seating arrangement ...
Page 37 - When positioning seats, it is; to reconnect all; are; the seat base electrical; Pull back; on Rear Seat Cover
Page 35 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 seat...
Page 38 - BLANK for LAYOUT
Page 39 - Before removing seats,; be
Page 37 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). Before removing se...
Page 40 - When installing seats,
Page 38 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION When installing seats, be cer- tain seat wiring harnesses are reconnected. Failure to do so may result in power seat functions being disabled and/or the air bag light illuminating. Adjustable Pedals: The adjust- able brake and accelerator pedal feature is disabl...
Page 41 - TOP; Alignment Guide; Receptacle Socket; Seat Wiring; Disconnect; Align the seat; Carefully; insert the seat har-; Connect
Page 39 TOP 28891 1 5 9 10 15 16 22 29 33 23 28 34 37 4 4 9 5 15 10 22 16 33 29 28 23 37 34 1 Alignment Guide Alignment Groove (at 12 o’clock) Receptacle Socket Seat Harness Plug Seat Wiring Harness Plug Receptacle (socket) Turn this knurled grip. Position plug with “TOP” label up. Disconnect Screw-...
Page 42 - Foot
Page 40 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seat Bases “Step & roll” quick-release seat base attachments engage re-cessed fl oor 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...
Page 44 - ensure; locked; Front Seat Bases; Engagement
Page 42 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Seat Installation Instructions 1. Roll seat base into position, just behind the fl oor mounted strikers. See Figures A and B. Move seat base forward to engage front strikers. See Figures C and D. Note: Position outside of seat base alongside wall panel for...
Page 46 - ed before
Page 44 SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Third Row Seats Third row 60/40 split bench seats have been modi fi ed during conver- sion procedures. Seat backs can be folded down to the fl at position and tipped forward to provide full access to rear fl oor storage compartments. The Stow ’n Go (stow in fl o...
Page 47 - Third Row Seat Removal:; Pivot Pin
Page 45 Third Row Seat Removal: Note: Removal of the passenger side section of the seat is prohib- ited*. Policy detailed on previous page. 1. From the rear of the vehicle, fold down the back of the bench seat (pull release strap #1). 2. Pull the release strap at the rear of the seat (between seat b...
Page 48 - LIMITED WARRANTY; Years/Miles in Service
Page 46 LIMITED WARRANTY In accordance with the Chrysler 5 year/100,000 mile corrosion warranty, The Braun Corporation war-rants 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 ...
Page 49 - Corrosion Limited Warranty:; All Panels
Page 47 36 Months or 36,000 Miles (whichever comes first) Years/Miles in Service Specific Area Covered Corrosion Limited Warranty Outer Panels 5 Year or 100,000 Miles (whichever comes first) All Panels (Exceptions) 3 Years/Unlimited Miles Entervan appearance items including but not limited to interior ...
Page 52 - PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Page 50 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and trouble free Entervan operation. General pre- ventive maintenance consisting of inspections of your Entervan systems along with cleaning and lubricating procedures should be a part of your routine (lubrica-tion requirements a...
Page 53 - take the place; must be; ed in the
Page 51 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Preventive maintenance visual in-spections, cleaning and lubrication procedures do not take the place of the procedures speci fi ed in the Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule provided in the Entervan service manual. The procedures outlined in the Maintenance and Lubri...
Page 54 - AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY / BELOW FLOOR OBSTRUCTIONS; The technical information; Auxiliary Power Supply: Do not; cations are provided; Below Floor Obstructions:; Risk of electrical
Page 52 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 suppli...
Page 55 - OEM Fasteners
Page 53 Fuse Blocks: Two fuse blocks are provided for use as an auxil-iary 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 ignitio...
Page 56 - Below Floor Obstructions
Page 54 Below Floor Obstructions When installing an electrical tie-down, power seat or other auxilia-ry electrical device in an Entervan, obstructions below the fl oor must be avoided. Obstructions include wiring, fuel system, brake lines, etc. Installers must be aware of these obstructions. Refer t...
Page 58 - The spare tire; Jacking and Tire Changing Procedures:; Jack
Page 56 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 fl oor compartment. The OEM jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stored inside the rear diver side wall compartment (...
Page 59 - REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS; c Safety
Page 57 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 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 Traf fi c Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to ...
Page 60 - Towing with a Entervan; Use of this lowered; prohibited; TOWING
Page 58 Towing with a Entervan Use of this lowered fl oor conversion vehicle for towing is prohibited . If your Entervan Needs Towed If case of service, The Braun Corporation recommends that this lowered fl oor conversion vehicle be transported on a trailer rather than towed with one set of wheels s...
Page 61 - Dealers Worldwide
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