2004 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY maintenance

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE..............................77
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...................................153
5STARTING AND OPERATING.................................................235
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES..............................................289
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...............................................305
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES..................................................355
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.........................................375
10INDEX....................................................................385
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be
aware of all safety warnings.
When it comes to service, remember that your dealer
knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-
cians and genuine Mopartparts, and is interested in
your satisfaction.WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, cer-
tain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products
of component wear contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this owner's manual:
4 INTRODUCTION

Airbag Light
You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your
protection in a collision. While the airbag system is
designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following
occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system
immediately.
²The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during
the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first
turned on.
²The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second
interval.
²The light flickers or comes on and remains on while
driving.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation Integrated Child
Seat Ð If Equipped
Operating instructions for this seat are included with the
seat. If the instructions are not with the seat or in the
Owner's Manual Package, replacement instructions can
be obtained.
To obtain Integrated Child Seat replacement
instructions:
Use the order form at the back of this manual and specify
publication number 81-016-1950.
Child Restraint
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all
times Ð babies and children, too. Every state in the
United States and all Canadian provinces require that
small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the
law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
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mGarage Door Opener Ð If Equipped.........129
NProgramming Homelink................130
NCanadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 133
NUsing Homelink......................133
NErasing Homelink Buttons...............134
NReprogramming a Single Homelink Button . . . 134
NSecurity............................134
mPower Sunroof Ð If Equipped.............135
NExpress Open Feature..................136
NWind Buffeting.......................137
NSunroof Maintenance...................137
mElectrical Power Outlets Ð If Equipped.......138
NElectrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......139mConvenience Tray Drawer And Cup Holders . . . 140
NInstrument Panel Cup Holders............140
NConvenience Tray And Optional Smoker's
Package Kit.........................140
NRear Cupholders......................141
mStorage..............................142
NFront Seat Storage Bin Ð If Equipped.......142
NRemovable Floor Console Ð If Equipped....142
NRear Compartment Storage Bins...........145
NCargo Area Storage....................145
NCargo Organizer Ð If Equipped...........146
mRoof Luggage Rack Ð If Equipped..........149
mLoad Leveling System...................152
80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are
properly secured too.
Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any
object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
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NTime Button.........................197
NChanging Modes......................197
NRemoving Discs From The CD Changer.....197
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CD Changer Operation With The Changer Off. . 197
m6 Disc CD/Digital Video Disc (DVD) Changer Ð If
Equipped............................197
NOperating Instructions Ð CD/DVD Changer . . 198
NEject (EJT) Button.....................199
NOperating Instructions Ð Remote Control....200
NOperating Instructions Ð Video Screen......202
NOperating Instructions Ð Headphones......203
NOperating Instructions Ð MP3 Player.......205
NOperating Instructions Ð Video
Games/Camcorders...................205mRemote Sound System Controls Ð If Equipped . . 206
NRadio Operation......................206
NTape Player.........................207
NCD Player..........................207
mCassette Tape And Player Maintenance.......207
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............208
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones........209
mClimate Controls.......................209
NManual Air Conditioning And
Heating System......................209
NFront Mode Control...................211
NManual Air Conditioning Operation........214
NManual Rear Zone Climate Control Ð
If Equipped.........................216
156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Tape Player
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
selection on the cassette. Pressing the bottom of the
switch once will go to the beginning of the current
selection or to the beginning of the previous selection if it
is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection.
If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second selection, three times, it will play the third, etc.
The button in the center of the left hand switch has no
function in this mode.
CD Player
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once
will go to the beginning of the current track or to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.
The button in the center of the left hand switch has no
function in this mode.
CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE
To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition,
take the following precautions:
1. Do not use cassette tapes longer than C-90; otherwise,
sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin-
ished.
2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from
slackness and dust when it is not in use.
3. Keep the cassette tape away from direct sunlight, heat
and magnetic fields such as the radio speakers.
4. Before inserting a tape, make sure that the label is
adhering flatly to the cassette.
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5. A loose tape should be corrected before use. To rewind
a loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape
drive gear and twist the pencil in the required directions.
Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstan
shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape
deposits each time a cassette is played. The result of
deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap
around and become lodged in the tape transport. The
other adverse condition is low or ªmuddyº sound from
one or both channels, as if the treble tone control were
turned all the way down. To prevent this, you should
periodically clean the head with a commercially available
WET cleaning cassette.
As preventive maintenance, clean the head about every
30 hours of use. If you wait until the head becomes very
dirty (noticeably poor sound), it may not be possible to
remove all deposits with a simple WET cleaning cassette.CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the
following precautions:
1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the
surface.
2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.
3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the
disc; avoid scratching the disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,
or antistatic sprays.
5. Store the disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become
too high.
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