2004 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY seats

CAUTION!
²Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle's battery, even when not
in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle's battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent engine starting.
²Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the
battery even more quickly. Only use these inter-
mittently and with greater caution.
²After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
generator to recharge the vehicle's battery.
Rear Compartment Storage Bins
Your vehicle may be equipped with open storage bins
located in each rear trim panel or your vehicle may be
equipped with storage bins located under the armrest in
each rear trim panel.
Cargo Area Storage
The seats in your vehicle are in-line which enables you to
stow long objects, such as lumber or skis, on the floor
without moving the seats.
NOTE:With all rear seat backs folded, a 4x8 foot sheet
of building material may be stored in the long-wheelbase
body style on top of the folded seats with the liftgate
closed. The front seats must be moved slightly forward of
the rearmost position. If the rear seats are removed no
front seat adjustment is needed and more than one 4x8
sheet of building material may be stored.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145
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WARNING!
²Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap) slowly
to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may
cause injury.
²The volatility of some gasolines may cause a buildup
of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase while
you drive. This pressure can result in a spray of
gasoline and/or vapors when the cap is removed
from a hot vehicle. Removing the cap slowly allows
the pressure to vent and prevents fuel spray.
²Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the
vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank
filled.
²Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is
running.
²A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on the
ground while filling.
VEHICLE LOADING
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the
charts that follow. This information should be used for
passenger and luggage loading as indicated.
If seats are removed for carrying cargo, do not exceed the
specified GVWR and GAWR.
Vehicle Certification Label
Your vehicle has a certification label attached to the
driver's door pillar.
The label contains the following information:
²Name of manufacturer
²Month and year of manufacture
²Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
²Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front
²Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear
STARTING AND OPERATING 281
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CAUTION!
²When installing the Integrated Power Module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the Integrated Power
Module, and possibly result in a electrical system
failure.
²When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage
rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than
indicated may result in a dangerous electrical
system overload. If a properly rated fuse contin-
ues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit
that must be corrected.
The Heated Mirrors, Lower Instrument Panel Power
Outlet and Removable Floor Console, when in the frontposition are fused with self resetting fuses that are only
serviceable by an authorized dealer. The power seats are
fused by a 30 Amp circuit breaker located under the
driver's seat. The Power Windows are fused by a 25 Amp
circuit breaker located under the instrument panel near
the steering column. If you experience temporary or
permanent loss of these systems see your authorized
dealer for service.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may:
²Remove the 20 Amp mini fuse in the Integrated Power
Module labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD).
²Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
²Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345
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High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 111
Lights On Reminder.................... 109
Replacing............................ 347
Time Delay.......................... 109
Heated Seats............................ 88
Heater............................... 209
Heater, Engine Block..................... 240
Homelink Transmitter.................... 129
Hood Release.......................... 105
Hoses.............................331,334
Ignition
Key ................................. 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 16
Immobilizer............................ 13
Indicator, Traction Control................. 166
Infant Restraint.......................... 60
Information Center....................125,168
Information Center, Vehicle..............125,168Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 81
Instrument Cluster.................159,160,161
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 158
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 342
Integrated Child Seat...................... 59
Integrated Power Module.................. 344
Interior Appearance Care.................. 341
Interior Fuses.......................... 344
Interior Lights.......................106,107
Intermittent Wipers................. 113,230,231
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 293
Jack Operation.......................292,295
Jump Starting.......................... 298
Key, Programming........................ 15
Key, Replacement........................ 15
Key, Sentry............................. 13
392 INDEX

Overheating, Engine...................164,291
Owner's Manual.......................4,380
Panic Alarm............................ 22
Parking Brake.......................... 245
Parking On Hill......................... 245
Passing Light........................... 111
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 116
Pets.................................. 68
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 256
Power
Brakes.............................. 246
Distribution Center..................... 344
Door Locks........................... 18
Lift Gate............................. 35
Mirrors.............................. 84
Outlet.............................. 138
Seats................................ 86
Sliding Door.......................... 30Steering............................. 249
Steering, Checking..................... 322
Sunroof............................. 135
Windows............................. 38
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 49
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 48
Programmable Electronic Features......126,130,134
Programming Transmitters............23,130,134
Radial Ply Tires......................... 264
Radiator Cap........................327,329
Radio..........................171,181,188
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 169
Radio Operation........................ 209
Radio Remote Controls.................200,206
Rear Air Conditioning.................216,224
Rear Cup Holder........................ 141
Rear Heater............................ 216
396 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
INDEX 397
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Untwisting Procedure.................... 46
Seats................................. 85
Adjustment........................... 85
Bench.............................95,96
Easy Entry............................ 90
Easy-Out Roller........................ 95
Heated.............................. 88
Integrated, Child....................... 59
Lumbar Support........................ 89
Memory............................. 101
Power............................... 86
Reclining............................. 88
Removal.........................90,93,95
Tilting............................... 90
Security Alarm.......................... 27
Selection of Coolant...................... 352
Sentry Key............................. 13
Service Assistance....................... 376
Service Contract......................... 378Service Engine Soon Light................. 165
Service Manuals........................ 380
Setting the Clock........................ 169
Shoulder Belts........................... 40
Side Airbag............................. 56
Signals, Turn................... 110,168,348,350
Sliding Door............................ 28
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 299
Snow Chains........................... 272
Snow Tires............................ 273
Spare Tire............................. 293
Spark Plugs............................ 317
Speed Control.......................... 117
Speedometer........................... 161
Starting............................... 238
Engine Fails to Start.................... 239
Starting and Operating.................... 238
Steering
Column Controls...................... 110
398 INDEX