2004 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY maintenance schedule

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS
mEmission Control System Maintenance........356
mMaintenance Schedules...................356NSchedule ªBº........................359
NSchedule ªAº........................369
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The ªScheduledº maintenance services, listed inbold
typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to
assure the continued proper functioning of the emission
control system. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part which has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
First is ScheduleªBº. It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32É F (0É C).
²Stop and go driving.
²Extensive engine idling.
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90É F (32É C).
²Trailer towing.L
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²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).L
²Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule9B9.
Second is ScheduleªAº. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule9B9.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
²Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
Once a Month
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transmission, add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
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At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
²Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
Tire Rotation
²Rotate the tires at 6,000 miles (10 000 km).
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Miles 108, 000 111, 000 114, 000 117, 000 120, 000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXX X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces-
sary. *XXXX
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace as necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8
liter engines, replace if necessary. ³X
Change the automatic transaxle fluid and filter. X
Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power transfer
unit fluid. (See note at the end of this chart)X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
SCHEDULE ªBº 367
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Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000
(Kilometers) (163 000) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)
[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * X X X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Check thePCV valveand replace, if necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter
engines, replace if necessary. ³XX
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not
done at 100,000 miles (160 000 km).X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
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Malfunction Indicator................... 165
Oil Pressure.......................... 165
Park.............................107,348
Passing............................. 111
Reading............................. 120
Rear Servicing........................ 350
Rear Tail............................ 350
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 163
Security Alarm........................ 164
Service...........................346,347
Service Engine Soon.................... 165
Side Marker.......................... 350
Theft Alarm.......................... 164
Turn Signal..................... 110,348,350
Voltage............................. 163
Washer Fluid......................... 165
Load Leveling System.................... 152
Loading Vehicle...................145,281,283
Capacities........................... 283Tires ............................... 256
Locks
Door................................ 17
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH).. 64
Lubrication, Body....................... 324
Luggage Rack.......................... 149
Lumbar Support......................... 89
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 319
Maintenance Procedures................... 312
Maintenance Schedule.................... 356
Light Duty Schedule9A9................. 369
Light Duty Schedule9B9................. 359
Schedule9A9......................... 369
Schedule9B9.......................... 359
Malfunction Indicator Light..............165,310
Manual, Service......................... 380
Memory Feature........................ 101
Memory Seat.........................84,101
394 INDEX

Rear Seat Removal......................93,95
Rear Seating Flexibility..................97,99
Rear Window Defroster................... 233
Rear Window Features.................... 230
Rear Wiper/Washer...................230,231
Rearview Mirrors........................ 81
Reclining Front Seats...................... 88
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 352
Remote Keyless Entry..................... 20
Remote Sound System Controls.............. 206
Removable Floor Console.................. 142
Replacement Tires....................266,268
Reporting Safety Defects................... 380
Restraint, Head.......................... 87
Restraints, Child.......................59,66
Restraints, Infant......................... 60
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 300
Roof Rack............................. 149Rotation, Tires.......................... 273
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 74
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 74
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 37
Safety Information, Tire................... 252
Safety Tips............................. 73
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 356
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 343
Seat Belts.............................. 39
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.................. 45
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 45
And Pregnant Women................... 49
Center Lap Belt........................ 48
Child Restraint......................... 59
Extender............................. 49
Front Seat............................ 40
Pretensioners.......................... 48
Rear Seat............................. 40
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