2005 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY roof

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK—IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs), and should be
uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not
exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
Loading LimitRoof Rack
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To move the cross bars, loosen the thumb screws located
at the upper edge of each cross bar approximately six
turns, then move the cross bar to the desired position.
Once the cross bar is in place, retighten the thumb screws
to lock the cross bar into position.
Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has
properly locked into position.
NOTE:To help control wind noise when installing the
cross bars make sure that the arrows marked on the front
side of the cross bars are facing the front of the vehicle.
Also, when the cross bars are not in use the notch on the
cross bars should be aligned with the arrows on the side
rails. This will help reduce the amount of wind noise
when the crossbars are not in use.
The tie down holes on the cross bar ends should always
be used to tie down the load. Check the straps frequently
to be sure that the load remains securely attached.CAUTION!
•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity
of 68 kg (150 lbs). Always distribute heavy loads
as evenly as possible and secure the load appro-
priately.
•Long loads which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with
large frontal area should be secured to both the
front and rear of the vehicle.
•Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care-
fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the
roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or
nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward
loads. This is especially true on large flat loads
and may result in damage to the cargo or your
vehicle.
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WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in
personal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof
Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM
The automatic load leveling system will provide a level
riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading
conditions.
A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers
raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes
approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling
to complete depending on road surface conditions.If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15
hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The
vehicle must be driven to reset the system.
WARNING!
Do not install the load leveling system on vehicles
that are not equipped with Anti-Lock Brakes. Ve-
hicles without Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) have a
height-sensing proportioning valve. Installing a lev-
eling system will render this system ineffective,
inappropriately reducing rear brake pressure, result-
ing in increased stopping distances. You could have
an accident.
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Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels
In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you
may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button
memory. These satellite channel pre-set stations will not
erase any AM or FM pre-set memory stations. Follow the
memory pre-set procedures that apply to your radio.
Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if
equipped)
Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to your
radio.
PTY ButtonSCAN
When the desired program type is obtained, press the
SCANbutton within five seconds. The radio will play 7
seconds of the selected channel before moving to the next
channel of the selected program type. Press theSCAN
button a second time to stop the search.NOTE:Pressing theSEEKorSCANbutton while
performing a music type scan will change the channel by
one and stop the search. Pressing a pre-set memory
button during a music type scan, will call up the memory
channel and stop the search.
PTY ButtonSEEK
When the desired program is obtained, press theSEEK
button within five seconds. The channel will change to
the next channel that matches the program type selected.
Satellite Antenna
To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the
roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects
placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause
decreased performance. Larger luggage items should be
placed as far forward as possible. Do not place items
directly on or above the antenna.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261
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Service...........................416,417
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 205
Side Marker.......................... 420
Theft Alarm.......................... 203
Turn Signal.....................142,418,420
Voltage............................. 202
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 199
Washer Fluid......................... 204
Load Leveling System.................... 187
Loading Vehicle...................184,338,340
Capacities........................... 340
Tires ............................... 314
Locks
Door................................ 17
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 74
Lubrication, Body....................... 392
Luggage Rack.......................... 185
Lumbar Support........................ 113Maintenance, Airbag...................... 68
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 387
Maintenance Procedures................... 380
Maintenance Schedule.................... 426
ScheduleA......................... 437
ScheduleB.......................... 429
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 171
Malfunction Indicator Light..............205,378
Manual, Service......................... 450
Map/Reading Lights..................... 154
Memory Feature........................ 132
Memory Seat.........................95,132
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 158
Mirrors................................ 92
Automatic Dimming..................... 92
Electric Remote........................ 94
Exterior Folding........................ 93
Heated.............................. 95
Memory............................. 132
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Parking On Hill......................... 303
Passing Light........................... 143
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 150
Pets, Transporting........................ 78
Phone, Cellular.......................... 96
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 96
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 315
Power
Brakes.............................. 304
Distribution Center..................... 412
Door Locks........................... 18
Lift Gate............................. 36
Mirrors.............................. 94
Outlet.............................. 172
Seats............................... 109
Sliding Door.......................... 31
Steering............................. 307
Steering, Checking..................... 390
Sunroof............................. 169Windows............................. 40
Power Steering Fluid..................... 424
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 53
Preparation for Jacking.................349,361
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 51
Programmable Electronic Features......160,164,168
Programming Transmitters............23,164,168
Radial Ply Tires......................... 322
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......395,397
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 208
Radio Operation...................220,237,265
Radio Remote Controls.................250,262
Radio, Satellite.......................... 258
Radio (Sound Systems)...........209,219,229,236
Rear Air Conditioning.................274,283
Rear Cup Holder........................ 175
Rear Heater............................ 274
INDEX 465
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Rear Seat Removal....................124,126
Rear Seating Flexibility.................128,130
Rear Window Defroster................... 291
Rear Window Features.................... 288
Rear Wiper/Washer...................289,290
Rearview Mirrors........................ 92
Reclining Front Seats..................... 112
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 423
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 52
Remote Keyless Entry..................... 20
Remote Sound System Controls.............. 262
Removable Floor Console...............179,180
Replacement Keys........................ 15
Replacement Parts....................... 379
Replacement Tires....................... 325
Reporting Safety Defects................... 449
Restraint, Head......................... 110
Restraints, Child.......................69,76Restraints, Infant......................... 70
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 370
Roof Rack............................. 185
Rotation, Tires.......................... 331
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 84
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 85
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 449
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 38
Safety Information, Tire................... 310
Safety Tips............................. 83
Satellite Radio.......................... 258
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 261
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 426
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 410
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 52
Seat Belts.............................. 42
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.................. 48
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 48
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Spark Plugs............................ 385
Speed Control.......................... 151
Speedometer........................... 200
Starting............................... 296
Engine Fails to Start.................... 297
Starting and Operating.................... 296
Starting Procedures...................... 296
Steering
Column Controls...................... 142
Linkage............................. 391
Power...........................307,390
Shaft Seal............................ 391
Tilt Column.......................... 146
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................. 262
Storage............................177,415
Storage Bin............................ 177
Storage, Vehicle......................287,415
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 415Sun Roof.............................. 169
Sun Visor Extension....................... 95
Sunglass Storage........................ 155
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 171
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 54
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 383
System, Navigation...................... 243
Tachometer............................ 202
Tape Player............................ 224
Temperature Control, Automatic............. 276
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......203,347
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 74
Theft Alarm............................ 27
Theft System............................ 27
Theft System Arming...................... 28
Theft System Disarming.................... 28
Tilt Steering Column..................... 146
Tire and Loading Information Placard......314,315
468 INDEX