2006 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY fuel pressure

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake
fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and
corrected immediately.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85
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•Step Button
Push this button to cycle through all the Compass/Mini-
trip Computer displays.
•US/M Button
Press this button to convert the display from U.S. to
metric.
To Reset The Display
Pressing the Reset button once will clear the resettable
function currently being displayed. Resettable functions
are average fuel economy, trip odometer and elapsed
time. Pressing the reset button twice within four seconds
will clear all resettable functions. Reset will only occur if
a resettable function is currently being displayed.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If
Equipped
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center, when the
appropriate conditions exist, displays the following
WARNING messages and symbols. Each message is
accompanied by a single chime:
•TURN SIGNALS ON (with graphic)
•PERFORM SERVICE
•DOOR AJAR (one or more, with graphic)
•LIFTGATE AJAR (with graphic)
•WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic)
•1,2,3 OR 4 LOW TIRE(S) PRESSURE (Refer to ”Tire
Pressure Monitor System” in the “Starting And Oper-
ating, Tire Section”)
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp — If
EquippedEach tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle
has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those
tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accord-
ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signifi-
cantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and
can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s
handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS
low tire pressure telltale.
3. Low Fuel Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0
gallons (11.0 liters) this light will turn on and
remain on until fuel is added.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209
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▫Tire Markings ........................324
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ..........327
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........328

Tires—General Information ................332
▫ Tire Pressure .........................332
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................333
▫ Radial-Ply Tires ......................335
▫ Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped .........336
▫ Limited Use Spare — If Equipped .........337
▫ Tire Spinning ........................337
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................338
▫ Life Of Tire .........................339
▫ Replacement Tires .....................339 ▫
Alignment And Balance .................340

Tire Pressure Monitor System — If Equipped . . . 341
▫ 1,2,3, Or 4 Tire(s) Low Pressure ...........341
▫ Check TPM System ....................341
▫ General Information ...................343

Tire Chains ...........................343

Snow Tires ...........................344

Tire Rotation Recommendations ............345

Fuel Requirements ......................346
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................346
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............347
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................347
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................348
308 STARTING AND OPERATING

2. Economy—
Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear
patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal
wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for
earlier tire replacement. Underinflation also increases tire
rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption.
3. Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability—
Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride.
Overinflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride.
Tire Inflation Pressures
The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either
the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar.
Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure
Information for vehicle loads that are less than the
maximum loaded vehicle condition. These pressure con-
ditions will be found in the “Supplemental Tire Pressure
Information” section of this manual. The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as
inspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least
once a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to
check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement
when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they are under inflated.
Tire Placard Location
STARTING AND OPERATING 333
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Fuel System Hoses
Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are
designed with hoses which have unique material charac-
teristics to provide adequate sealing and resist attack by
deteriorated gasoline.
Use only the manufacturers specified hoses in any fuel
system servicing. It is mandatory to replace all clamps
that have been loosened or removed during service. Care
should be taken in installing new clamps to insure they
are properly torqued.
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission and differential assembly are
contained within a single housing.
All automatic transmissions are equipped with a conven-
tional filler tube and dipstick. If fluid is added, it should
be added through the dipstick hole in the case. The dipstick is located just behind the radiator, lower
right side.
Selection of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only manufacturers recommended transmis-
sion fluid, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
for correct fluid type. It is important that the transmission
fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the
recommended fluid.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425
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•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice). \b
•Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule B.
Second is Schedule “A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule B.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transmission, add as needed.
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Adding Fuel........................... 350
Adding Washer Fluid .................. 304,415
Additives, Fuel ......................... 348
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 159
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 411
Air Conditioning ..................... 280,285
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 280
Air Conditioning Filter .................302,412
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 302
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone .............288,297
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ................ 411
Air Conditioning System ..........280,285,290,411
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 281
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 333
Airbag ................................ 54
Airbag Deployment ....................... 67
Airbag Light ................... 59,60,69,84,211
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 68
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ............... 55 Alarm Light
........................... 213
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 27
Alignment and Balance ................... 340
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 275
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........417,418,444
Disposal ............................ 419
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 319
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 212
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 27
Appearance Care ........................ 428
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 27
Ashtray ............................... 184
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 41
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 92
Automatic Door Locks ................... 19,20
Automatic Headlights .................... 151
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 290
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 313
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