2007 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY oil temperature

For best results, a refueling pattern that alternates be-
tween E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided.
When you do switch fuels, it is recommended that
•you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less
than 1/4 full
•you do not add less than 5 gallons (19L) when
refueling
•you operate the vehicle immediately after refueling for
a period of at least 5 minutes
Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard
starting and/or significant deterioration in driveability
during warm up.
NOTE:When the ambient temperature is above 90°F
(32°C), you may experience hard starting and rough idle
following start up even if the above recommendations are
followed.
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles
Whether operating the vehicle on an E-85 ethanol fuel or
unleaded gasoline the engine oil requirements are the
same. Refer to the “Maintenance Procedures” section of
this manual for the proper quality and viscosity engine
oil.
Starting
The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use
when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the
range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an
increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and
a deterioration in drivability (sags and/or hesitations)
until the engine is fully warmed up.
STARTING AND OPERATING 357
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Change Engine Oil
Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the
interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the
following list to see if any apply to you.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C).
•Stop and Go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
•Trailer towing.
•Taxi, Police or delivery service (commercial service).
•Off-Road or desert operation.
•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
IfANYof these apply to you, then change your engine oil
every 3,000 miles (4 800 km) or 3 months, whichever
comes first.
If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil
every 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever
comes first and follow schedule “B” of theMaintenance
Schedulessection of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil
at every interval shown on scheduleAof theMainte-
nance Schedulessection of this manual.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
whichever comes first.
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet
the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for
your vehicle.
For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to
the Engine Compartment illustration in this section.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
There are a number of engine oils being promoted as
either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to use
such a product, useonlythose oils that are American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified and have the recom-
mended SAE viscosity grade. Follow the maintenance
schedule that describes your driving type.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417
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Oil Synthetic......................... 417
Overheating.......................... 381
Temperature Gauge..................... 215
Event Data Recorder...................... 71
Exhaust Gas Caution.............. 42,87,352,429
Exhaust System......................... 428
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 55
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 96
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 419
Air Conditioning....................298,424
Automatic Transaxle.................... 440
Engine Oil........................418,458
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 418
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 380
Turn Signal..................... 211,454,455
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 391Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 358
Engine Oil........................... 357
Fuel Requirements..................... 356
Maintenance.......................... 358
Replacement Parts..................... 358
Starting............................. 357
Flooded Engine Starting................... 309
Fluid Capacities......................... 457
Fluid Leaks............................. 88
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 439
Brake............................... 437
Power Steering........................ 424
Fluids ................................ 458
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 458
Fog Light Service........................ 455
Fog Lights..........................154,455
Fold in Floor (Stown Go) Seating........... 125
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TiltColumn .......................... 157
Wheel Lock........................... 14
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . 272
Storage............................188,451
Storage Bin............................ 188
Storage, Vehicle......................297,451
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 451
Stown Go (Fold in Floor) Seats............. 125
Sun Roof.............................. 181
Sun Visor Extension....................... 97
Sunglasses Storage....................... 167
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 183
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 56
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 417
System, Navigation...................... 255
Tachometer............................ 214
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 286
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......215,381Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 78
Tilt Steering Column..................... 157
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 328
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 327
Tire Markings.......................... 323
Tire Safety Information.................... 323
Tires ............................ 88,332,483
Aging(LifeofTires) .................... 339
Air Pressure.......................... 332
Alignment........................... 340
Chains.............................. 341
Changing............................ 382
Compact Spare........................ 336
Flat Changing........................ 391
General Information.................... 332
High Speed.......................... 335
Inflation Pressures..................... 333
Jacking........................382,383,394
LifeofTires .......................... 339
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