2006 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY child seat

6. Using the hook attached to the child restraint tether
strap, attach the child restraint tether strap to the metal
ring on the vehicle tether anchor.
7. Following the child seat manufacturer’s instructions,
tighten the child restraint tether strap.
8. If necessary, reposition the seat head restraint.
9. Inspect the tether anchor strap for nicks, abrasions,
discoloration, and loose threads. If these, or any other
condition that might effect the performance of the strap is
observed, DO NOT USE. Contact your local
DaimlerChrysler dealership for a replacement part.
NOTE: Stow the child restraint tether strap in its
original position when not in use.WARNING!
The vehicle tether anchor is designed to be used
with a child restraint only. It should not be used for
any other purpose. Before use inspect the tether
anchor strap for nicks, abrasions, discoloration, and
loose threads. If these or any other condition that
might effect the performance of the strap is ob-
served, DO NOT USE, personal injury may result.
Contact your local DaimlerChrysler dealership for a
replacement part.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

The release lever is below the seat and is accessible from
the front and back of the seat.
Rear Seat Descriptions
7 Passenger Model — 2– passenger bucket seats in the
second position and 3– passenger bench seat or 50/50
bench seat in the third position. All rear seats are remov-
able.
Rear Bench Seating Flexibility
The 3– passenger bench seat may be adjusted to any of 3
positions on its tracks while installed in the vehicle. The
bench seat may also be moved to the second seating
position or removed from the vehicle.
1. Normal Seating—
The 2nd and 3rd row seats are installed. The 3rd row
bench seat is in the full rear position on the tracks. 2. Increased Storage—
Increased storage area is provided by adjusting 3rd row
bench seat to the intermediate track position. Rear seat-
ing for 3 passengers (children) is still provided.
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3

If the seat is not occupied, the seatback can be folded
forward to obtain additional cargo space. To fold the
seatback forward, pull the handle labeled “1” located
behind the seat on the passenger side.
The seatback will latch in the folded position. To assure
the seatback is latched in the folded position, additional
downward pressure on the seatback may be required
when folding.
The same lever is used to return the seatback to the
upright position.
NOTE: The head restraints are removable, if needed. To
remove them, press the release tab on the right side of the
base of the head restraint.WARNING!
•Not all head restraints in this vehicle are the same.
Head restraints from one seating position should not
be removed and installed in any other seating posi-
tion. In a collision, serious injury or death may result
if the proper head restraint is not installed on each
seat.
•The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle should not
be used as a play area by children. They could be
seriously injured in a collision. Children should be
seated and using the proper restraint system.
•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
•Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
•Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
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To close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forward
position. Again, any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open
condition until the switch is pushed forward again.
The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open
as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if
the sunroof is open.
WARNING!
Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury
or death.
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
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ 350
Oil (Engine) .......................... 405
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 419
Car Washes ............................ 429
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................. 349
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ....................... 195
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 194
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance ......... 278
Cassette Tape Player ................ 219,239,243
Catalytic Converter ...................... 407
Caution, Exhaust Gas ................. 37,83,349
CD (Compact Disc) Changer .....228,235,247,260,261
CD (Compact Disc)
Player .......... 225,229,233,239,245,249,252,256,259
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance ........ 279
Cellular Phone ........................ 96,279
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 443 Center Lap Belts
......................... 50
Chains, Tire ............................ 343
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 370
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 325
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............215,400
Child Restraint .......................... 70
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 74
Child Safety Locks ........................ 33
Child Seat ............................ 69,77
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 346
Climate Control ......................... 280
Clock ................................ 217
Coat Hook ............................ 194
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 279
Compact Disc (CD) Player ...............219,225
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 336
Compass .............................. 164
Compass Calibration ..................... 165
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Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 357
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 173
Hood Release .......................... 147
Hook, Coat ............................ 194
Hoses ............................. 421,425
Ignition Key ................................. 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 16
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 13
Indicator, Traction Control ................. 215
Infant Restraint .......................... 71
Information Center ...................... 168
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 168
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 92
Instrument Cluster ..............206,207,208,209
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 205
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 432 Integrated Child Seat
...................... 69
Integrated Power Module .................. 434
Interior Appearance Care .................. 431
Interior Lights ....................... 149,150
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .....155,302,304
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location .................. 372,374,384,385
Jack Operation .................... 370,374,385
Jacking Instructions ................... 374,385
Jump Starting .......................... 389
Key, Programming ........................ 15
Key, Replacement ........................ 15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 13
Key-In Reminder ......................... 13
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 59
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Reading............................. 163
Rear Servicing ........................ 442
Rear Tail ............................ 442
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 212
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 213
Service ........................... 438,439
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 215
Side Marker .......................... 442
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 213
Turn Signal ..................... 153,440,442
Voltage ............................. 212
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 209
Washer Fluid ......................... 214
Load Leveling System .................... 197
Loading Vehicle ................... 194,352,353
Capacities ........................... 353
Tires ............................... 328
Locks Door ................................ 17 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 74
Lubrication, Body
....................... 414
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ................. 195
Lumbar Support ........................ 124
Maintenance, Airbag ...................... 68
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 409
Maintenance Procedures ................... 402
Maintenance Schedule .................... 448
Schedule “A” ......................... 461
Schedule “B” ......................... 451
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 181
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 215,400
Manual, Service ......................... 472
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 163
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ............. 143
Memory Seat ......................... 95,143
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 167
Mirrors ................................ 92
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Radio Remote Controls.................264,276
Radio, Satellite .......................... 272
Radio (Sound Systems) .........219,229,239,249,256
Rear Air Conditioning .................288,297
Rear Cup Holder ........................ 184
Rear Heater ............................ 288
Rear Seat Removal .................... 135,137
Rear Seating Flexibility .................139,140
Rear Window Defroster ................... 305
Rear Window Features .................... 302
Rear Wiper/Washer ................... 303,304
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 92
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 122
Recreational Towing ................... 366,394
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 51
Remote Control ......................... 264
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 276
Removable Floor Console ...............189,190 Replacement Keys
........................ 15
Replacement Parts ....................... 401
Replacement Tires ....................... 339
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 471
Restraint, Head ......................... 121
Restraints, Child ....................... 70,77
Restraints, Infant ......................... 71
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 392
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ................. 195
Rotation, Tires .......................... 345
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 84
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 85
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 471
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 37
Safety Information, Tire ................... 324
Safety Tips ............................. 83
Satellite Radio .......................... 272
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 275
488 INDEX