2006 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY key

If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed
(wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON
position, not the ACCESSORY position. Make certain the
transmission remains in NEUTRAL.
Without The Ignition Key
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK position. The only ap-
proved method of towing with out the ignition key is
with a flat bed truck. Proper towing equipment is neces-
sary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER
VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the
ground)
Flat towing of vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission, is only permitted within the limitations
described in this section.
TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER
VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLY
The manufacturer does not recommend that you tow a
front wheel drive vehicle on a tow dolly. Vehicle damage
may occur.
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EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration. For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test. Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the
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ignition key or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD system is not readyand you should not
proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start
the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system
is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD system is not ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminated
during normal vehicle operation, you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M
station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on
with the engine running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine Mopar
parts for normal/scheduled
maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in-
sure the designed performance. Damage or failures
caused by the use of non-Mopar parts for maintenance
and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, special
tools and equipment to perform all service operations in
an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which
include detailed service information for your vehicle.
Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure
yourself.
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Interlock System....................... 314
Reset Mode .......................... 315
Selection Of Lubricant ................425,446
Shifting ............................. 315
Special Additives ...................... 428
Automatic Transmission ................... 425
Adding Fluid ......................... 426
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 427
Fluid Change ......................... 427
Fluid Level Check ...................... 426
Fluid Type ........................ 425,446
Ball Joints ............................. 413
Battery ............................... 409
Gas Caution .......................... 410
Jump Starting ......................... 389
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 26
Saving Feature (Protection) ............... 151
Bearings .............................. 428 Belts, Drive
............................ 406
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 414
B-Pillar Location ........................ 328
Brake Fluid ............................ 446
Brake, Parking .......................... 317
Brake System ........................ 318,422
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... 319
Fluid Check .......................... 423
Hoses .............................. 422
Warning Light ........................ 210
Brakes ............................. 318,422
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 314
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 82
Bulb Replacement ....................... 439
Bulbs, Light ............................ 438
Calibration, Compass ..................... 165
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 444
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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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Overheating, Engine................... 213,369
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,472
Panic Alarm ............................ 23
Parking Brake .......................... 317
Parking On Hill ......................... 317
Passing Light ........................... 154
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 159
Pets, Transporting ........................ 78
Phone, Cellular .......................... 96
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) ............. 96
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 328
Power Brakes .............................. 318
Distribution Center ..................... 434
Door Locks ........................... 18
Lift Gate ............................. 35
Mirrors .............................. 94
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 181 Seats
............................... 120
Sliding Door .......................... 30
Steering ............................. 321
Steering, Checking ..................... 412
Sunroof ............................. 179
Windows ............................. 40
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 446
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 53
Preparation for Jacking .................371,383
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. 51
Programmable Electronic Features ......169,174,178
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) ...............23,174,178
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 335
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......417,419
Radio Broadcast Signals ................... 217
Radio Operation ................... 239,257,279
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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
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Schedule, Maintenance.................... 448
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 433
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 51
Seat Belts .............................. 41
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 48
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 48
And Pregnant Women ................... 53
Center Lap Belt ........................ 50
Child Restraint ......................... 70
Extender ............................. 53
Front Seat ............................ 43
Pretensioners .......................... 51
Rear Seat ............................. 43
Untwisting Procedure .................... 49
Seats ................................. 119
Adjustment .......................... 119
Bench ............................ 137,138
Easy Entry ........................... 131
Easy-Out Roller ....................... 137 Fold in Floor (Stow
nGo) ................ 124
Heated ............................. 121
Integrated, Child ....................... 69
Lumbar Support ....................... 124
Memory ............................. 143
Power .............................. 120
Reclining ............................ 122
Removal ....................... 132,135,137
Stow n Go (Fold in Floor) ................ 124
Tilting .............................. 131
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 27
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........417,445
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 13
Sentry Key Programming ................... 15
Service Assistance ....................... 468
Service Contract ......................... 470
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . 215
Service Manuals ........................ 472
Setting the Clock ........................ 217
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