2007 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY octane

Pressure Monitoring Lamp to be ON, and a Chime will
sound. This sequence will repeat for every key cycle until
the original TPMS tire has been properly repaired (or
replaced) and put back on the vehicle in place of the
compact spare tire.
General Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and
RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the
following licenses:
United States.....................KR5S120123
Canada........................2671-S120123
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
Your vehicle is designed to meet all emis-
sion regulations and provide excellent fuel
economy when using high quality regular
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of
87. The use of premium gasoline is not
recommended. The use of premium gaso-
line will provide no benefit over high quality regular
gasolines, and in some circumstances, may result in
poorer performance.
Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to
your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at
high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is
required.
Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard
starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience these
symptoms, try another brand of “regular” gasoline be-
fore considering service for the vehicle.
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manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from
Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Metha-
nol.
MMT In Gasoline
MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num-
ber. Gasolines blended with MMT offer no performance
advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number
without MMT. Gasolines blended with MMT have shown
to reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system
performance in some vehicles. The manufacturer recom-
mends using gasolines without MMT. Since the MMT
content of gasoline may not be indicated on the pump,
you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not
his/her gasoline contains MMT.
It is even more important to look for gasolines without
MMT in Canada, because MMT can be used at levels
higher than those allowed in the United States.MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformu-
lated gasolines.
Materials Added to Fuel
All gasoline sold in the United States is required to
contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional
detergents or other additives are not needed under
normal conditions and would result in additional cost.
Therefore you should not have to add anything to the
fuel.
Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
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•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.
Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance,
damage the emission control system.
•An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or
malfunctioning and may require immediate service.
Contact your dealer for service assistance.
•The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as
octane enhancers is not recommended. Most of these
products contain high concentrations of methanol.
Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems
resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not
the responsibility of the manufacturer.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill.
Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a
garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the vehicle is
stopped in an open area with the engine running for
more than a short period, adjust the ventilation system
to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-
nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time
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FLEXIBLE FUEL — FLEET VEHICLES ONLY
E-85 General Information
The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve-
hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by the unique
fuel filler door label that statesEthanol (E-85) or Un-
leaded Gasoline Only.This section only covers those
subjects that are unique to these vehicles. Please refer to
the other sections of this manual for information on
features that are common between Flexible Fuel and
gasoline only powered vehicles.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can
operate on E-85.
ETHANOL FUEL (E-85)
E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and
15% unleaded gasoline.
WARNING!
Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could
cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok-
ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov-
ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the
tank. Do not use E-85 as a cleaning agent and never
use it near an open flame.
Fuel Requirements
Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with
an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of
these two.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent
Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Refer to your oil filler cap for cor-
rect SAE grade, meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Oil Filter 3.3/3.8 liter engines Mopar 5281090 or equiv.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com-
partment.
Fuel Selection 87 Octane
Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Automatic Transmission MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Brake Master Cylinder MoparDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid
is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MoparPower Steering Fluid +4 or MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 403
Fuel................................. 349
Adding............................. 353
Additives............................ 351
CleanAir ............................ 350
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 353
Gasoline............................ 349
Gauge.............................. 210
Hoses............................435,438
Light ............................... 211
Octane Rating......................349,458
Requirements......................349,457
System Hoses......................... 435
Tank Capacity........................ 457
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution..................... 351
Fueling ............................... 353
Fuses................................ 448Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 175
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............353,355,411
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 350
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 349
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 350
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 215
Fuel................................ 210
Speedometer......................... 212
Tachometer.......................... 214
Gearshift.............................. 313
General Information.................. 18,25,349
Glass Cleaning.......................... 445
Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 140
GrossAxleWeightRating ...............359,364
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............359,363
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™).............. 98
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 380
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Maintenance, Airbag...................... 70
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 421
Maintenance Procedures................... 414
Maintenance Schedule.................... 460
Light Duty Schedule “B”................. 463
Schedule “A”......................... 472
Schedule “B”......................... 463
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 183
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 217,412
Manual, Service......................... 482
Map/Reading Lights..................... 166
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 145
Memory Seat......................... 97,145
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 170
Mirrors ................................ 94
Automatic Dimming..................... 94
Electric Remote........................ 96
Exterior Folding........................ 96
Heated.............................. 97Memory............................. 145
Outside.............................. 95
Rearview............................. 94
Vanity ............................... 97
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 343
Mopar Parts.........................413,481
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 154
Navigation Radio........................ 255
Navigation System....................... 255
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 86
Occupant Restraints....................... 45
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 349
Odometer............................. 218
Oil, Engine.........................414,458
Capacity............................ 457
Change Interval....................... 416
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