2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY checking oil

A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD MAKE INSIDE
THE VEHICLE
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for four seconds
as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned
ON. If the LED is not lit during starting and/or the light
stays on or comes ON while driving, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
NOTE:If the defroster is not working or you are unable
to feel air against the windshield in defrost mode, please
see your authorized dealer service center for repairs.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance intervals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
ENGINE OIL
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
The best time to check the engine oil level is about five
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at
the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439
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NOTE:
²The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle's
oil if it has been six months since your last oil change
even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
²Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
²Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 mi (10 000 km) or six months, whichever
comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If this
scheduled oil change is performed by someone otherthan your dealer, the message can be reset by referring to
the steps described under ªOil Change Requiredº in ªUse
Factory Settingsº of the EVIC section in this manual or
under ªOdometer/Trip Odometerº in the ªInstrument
Cluster Descriptions section of this manual.
At Each Stop For Fuel
²Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD, SAFE or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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Emission Control System Maintenance......436,490
Engine........................92,432,433,434
Air Cleaner.......................... 443
Block Heater......................... 329
Break-In Recommendations................ 92
Checking Oil Level..................... 439
Compartment......................433,434
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 487
Cooling............................. 454
Exhaust Gas Caution..................51,383
Flooded, Starting...................... 328
Fuel Requirements..................379,486
Oil ...........................439,486,487
Oil Change Interval.................... 440
Oil Disposal.......................... 442
Oil Filler Cap......................432,441
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 442
Oil Selection.......................440,486
Oil Synthetic......................... 442Operation............................ 92
Overheating.......................... 410
Starting............................. 326
Temperature Gauge..................... 233
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 74
Event Data Recorder...................... 77
Exhaust Gas Caution..............51,94,383,446
Exhaust System......................... 446
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 65
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 102
Fabric Care.........................468,469
Filler Location Fuel...................... 239
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 443
Air Conditioning....................321,449
Engine Oil........................442,487
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 442
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Manual, Service......................... 504
Map/Reading Lights..................... 181
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 153
Memory Seat........................104,153
Mini-Trip Computer...................239,246
Mirrors............................... 100
Automatic Dimming.................... 100
Electric Remote.....................102,103
Exterior Folding....................... 102
Memory............................. 153
Outside............................. 101
Rearview............................ 100
Vanity.............................. 101
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 370
Mopar Parts.........................438,503
MP3 Player.........................282,285
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 165Navigation Radio........................ 285
Navigation System....................... 285
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 92
Occupant Restraints...................55,72,74
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)...........68,69,72,74
Odometer............................. 236
Oil Change Indicator.............236,237,238,245
Oil Change Indicator, Reset........236,237,238,245
Oil, Engine.........................439,487
Capacity............................ 486
Change Interval....................... 440
Checking............................ 439
Disposal............................ 442
Filter............................442,487
Filter Disposal........................ 442
Identification Logo..................... 441
Materials Added to..................... 442
Recommendation...................440,486
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