2009 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY engine overheat

•You can also turn the Temperature Control to maxi-
mum heat, the Mode Control to floor and the Fan
Control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H”, pull
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back
into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the
“H”, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
service.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, see Section 7, Maintenance, of this
manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling
System Pressure Cap paragraph.
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NOTE:To improve the vehicle’s traction when starting
off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to
switch the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) to “Partial
Off” mode. For further information on ESC refer to
“Electronic Brake Control System” in Section 5.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-
age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some-
one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than
35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not let
anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the
speed.
CAUTION!
Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It
can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 35 mph (55 km/h).
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Towing With The Ignition Key
Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi-
tions:
•The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL.
•The distance to be traveled must not exceed 100 miles
(160 km).
•The towing speed must not exceed 44 mph (72 km/h).
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Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
CAUTION!
Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In
the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv-
ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor-
mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin-
ued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and the
vehicle.NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust
system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas
where your exhaust system can contact anything that
can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, the
vehicle should be stopped, the engine shut OFF and the
vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter, service, including a
tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be ob-
tained immediately.
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will
decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and
will require more frequent coolant changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent the loss of
engine coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine
coolant (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the
coolant recovery bottle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on
the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre-
caution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze)
when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or
remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat
causes pressure to build up in the cooling system.
To prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Power Steering........................ 348
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 433
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 460
Engine Oil ........................... 448
Domelight ............................. 180
Door Locks ............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 33
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 207
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 344
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water .............................. 345
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 307
E-85 Fuel ............................. 389
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 104
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 216
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 353Brake Assist System
.................... 354
Electronic Stability Program ............... 355
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 193
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 355
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ............................. 201,261
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 416
Jacking ........................... 418,420
Jump Starting ......................... 430
Overheating .......................... 416
Emission Control System Maintenance ......442,492
Engine ............................ 439,440
Air Cleaner .......................... 448
Block Heater ......................... 336
Break-In Recommendations ................ 93
Checking Oil Level ..................... 445
Compartment ...................... 439,440
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 489
524 INDEX

Cooling............................. 457
Exhaust Gas Caution ................ 51,94,388
Flooded, Starting ...................... 335
Fuel Requirements .................. 384,488
Oil ........................... 445,488,489
Oil Change Interval .................... 446
Oil Disposal .......................... 448
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 447
Oil Filter Disposal ..................... 448
Oil Selection ....................... 446,488
Oil Synthetic ......................... 447
Overheating .......................... 416
Starting ............................. 334
Temperature Gauge .................... 253
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 70
Event Data Recorder ...................... 74
Exhaust Gas Caution ..............51,94,388,449
Exhaust System ....................... 94,449
Express Down Windows ................... 22 Extender, Seat Belt
........................ 63
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 104
Exterior Lights .......................... 96
Fabric Care ............................ 471
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 257
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 448
Air Conditioning .................... 330,453
Engine Oil ........................ 448,489
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 448
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 416
Turn Signal ........................ 96,248
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 186
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 427
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ....................... 392
Engine Oil ........................... 391
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INDEX 525

Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 376
Mopar Parts ......................... 443,514
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 184
Navigation System (uconnect gps)........... 201
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 93
Occupant Restraints ................... 53,69,71
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .............66,69,70
Odometer ............................. 256
Oil Change Indicator ................ 256,257,264
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...........256,257,264
Oil, Engine ......................... 445,489
Capacity ............................ 488
Change Interval ....................... 446
Checking ............................ 445
Disposal ............................ 448
Filter ............................ 448,489Filter Disposal
........................ 448
Identification Logo ..................... 446
Materials Added to ..................... 447
Recommendation ................... 446,488
Synthetic ............................ 447
Viscosity ......................... 447,488
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............441,442
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 207
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...............102,103
Overhead Console ....................... 204
Overhead Travel Information Center .......... 204
Overheating, Engine ................... 253,416
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,515
Panic Alarm ............................ 23
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 196
Parking Brake .......................... 349
Parking On Hill ......................... 349
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INDEX 531

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)SENTRY KEY Replacement KeysVEHICLE SECURITY ALARM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming Of The SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - IF EQUIPPED Using the RKE TransmitterREMOTE
STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED How to Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door Locks - If EquippedWINDOWS Power Vent Windows - If EquippedPower WindowsSLIDING SIDE DOOR Power Sliding Side Door - If EquippedSliding Side Door
Child Protection LockLIFTGATE Power Liftgate - If EquippedSTORAGE BIN SAFETY WARNING Safety WarningOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsAutomatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode - If EquippedSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder
System (BeltAlert)Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderSupplemental Restraint System (SRS) - AirbagsAirbag System ComponentsFront Airbag FeaturesAirbag Deployment Sensors and ControlsEvent Data Recorder (EDR)Integrated Child Booster Seat -
If EquippedIntegrated Child Seat - If EquippedChild RestraintsREAR SEAT DELETE FEATURE (COMMERCIAL VEHICLES ONLY) - IF EQUIPPED Restraining Infants and Small Children with Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only)ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Transporting PassengersExhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside the VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside
Day/Night Mirror - If EquippedAutomatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsDrivers Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside Mirror Folding FeaturePower Mirrors - If EquippedHeated Mirrors - If EquippedTilt Mirrors in Reverse (Available with Memory
Seat Only) - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If EquippedBLIND SPOT MONITORING - IF EQUIPPED Rear Cross PathModes Of Operationuconnect phone - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call Featuresuconnect phone FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings
You Should Know About Your uconnect phoneGeneral InformationVOICE RECOGNITION (VR) SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Voice Recognition (VR) System OperationCommandsVoice TrainingSEATS Manual Front And Second Row Seat AdjusterEight-Way Driver And
Passenger Power Seat - If EquippedAdjustable Head RestraintsHeated Seats - If EquippedManual Reclining Seats - If EquippedManual Lumbar Adjust Lever - If EquippedStow n Go Seating - If EquippedEasy Access SeatingSwivel n Go Premium Seating - If Equipped
Second Row Bench Seat - If EquippedThird Row Power Seat - If EquippedDRIVER MEMORY SEAT - IF EQUIPPED Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE Transmitter to MemoryEasy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat ONLY)TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE
HOOD LIGHTS Interior LightingParking LightsHeadlightsAutomatic Headlights - If EquippedHeadlights On With Wipers - If EquippedHeadlight Delay - If EquippedDaytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet Vehicles Only)Front Fog Lights - If EquippedBattery Protection
Multifunction LeverTurn SignalsHigh Beam/Low Beam Select SwitchFlash-To-PassSmartBeams - If EquippedWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rain Sensing Wipers - If EquippedTILT STEERING COLUMN - IF EQUIPPED ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED To ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedDeactivating Electronic Speed ControlResuming SpeedVarying The Speed SettingAccelerating To PassREAR PARK ASSIST - IF EQUIPPED Rear Park Assist SensorsREAR BACKUP
CAMERA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Turning the Rear Camera On or Off - With Navigation RadioTurning the Rear Camera On or Off - Without Navigation RadioOVERHEAD CONSOLES Front Overhead ConsoleGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming
HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Power Sunroof OperationELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS - IF EQUIPPED POWER INVERTER - IF EQUIPPED CUPHOLDERS
Instrument Panel CupholdersInterior Bottle HoldersSmokers Package Kit - If EquippedSTORAGE Glove CompartmentsDoor Trim Panel StorageDriver Seatback Storage - If EquippedUmbrella HolderSecond Row Floor Storage BinsCenter And Rear Overhead Console
Storage - If EquippedCoat HooksCargo Area StorageCONSOLE FEATURES Basic ConsolePremium Console - If EquippedREAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window DefrosterLOAD-LEVELING SYSTEM ROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED SUN SCREENS - IF
EQUIPPED UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS COMPASS MINI-TRIP COMPUTER (CMTC) - IF EQUIPPED CMTC Reset ButtonsCompass/
Temperature DisplayELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysTrip FunctionsCompass DisplayPersonal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)SALES CODE (RER/REN) -
AM/FM/CD/DVD RADIO - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) - If EquippedOperating Instructions - uconnect phone - If EquippedClock Setting ProcedureSALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)
Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio PlayNotes on Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeSALES CODE RES/RSC - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS
RADIO Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) - IF EQUIPPED
Connecting The iPodUsing This FeatureControlling The iPod Using Radio ButtonsPlay ModeList Or Browse Modeuconnect studios (SATELLITE RADIO) - IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY) System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting uconnect studios (Satellite) ModeSatellite AntennaReception QualityOperating Instructions - uconnect studios (Satellite) ModeOperating Instructions - uconnect phone (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System
(VES) (If Equipped)uconnect studios (SIRIUS BACKSEAT TV) - IF EQUIPPED VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES) - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED Radio OperationCD PlayerCD/DVD MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION
AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Heating and Air Conditioning SystemRear Manual Climate Control - If EquippedAutomatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If EquippedSummer OperationWinter OperationVacation/StorageWindow FoggingOutside Air
IntakeOperating Tips A/C Air Filter- If EquippedSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic TransaxleNormal StartingExtreme Cold Weather (Below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)If The Engine Fails To StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER
- IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Brake/Transaxle Interlock SystemFour-Speed or Six-Speed Automatic TransaxleGear RangesDRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AccelerationTractionDRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising WaterShallow Standing Water
POWER STEERING Power Steering Fluid CheckPARKING BRAKE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) Anti-Lock Brake Warning LightELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Traction Control System (TCS)Brake Assist System (BAS)Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
ESP/BAS Warning LightTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM
(TPMS) Base SystemPremium System - If EquippedFUEL REQUIREMENTS 3.3L/3.8L Gasoline Engine4.0L Gasoline EngineReformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsE-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel VehiclesMMT In GasolineMaterials Added to FuelFuel System
CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsFLEXIBLE FUEL (3.3L ENGINES ONLY) - IF EQUIPPED E-85 General InformationETHANOL FUEL (E-85)Fuel RequirementsSelection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles E-85 and Gasoline VehiclesStartingCruising Range
Replacement PartsMaintenanceADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageVEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Certification LabelTRAILER TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack LocationJUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing With The Ignition
KeyMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 3.3/3.8L ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 4.0L ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message - gASCAPEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterEngine Air Cleaner FilterExhaust SystemMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesCooling SystemBrakes
Automatic TransaxleAppearance Care and Protection from CorrosionCleaning the Instrument Panel CupholdersFUSES Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT High Intensity Discharge
Headlamps (HID) - If EquippedQuad HeadlampsFront Park/Turn Signal LampFront Side Marker LampFog LampRear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and Backup LampCenter High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)License LampFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS,
LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR
OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE Chrysler LLC Customer CenterChrysler Canada Inc. Customer CenterIn Mexico contactCustomer Assistance For The
Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)Service ContractWARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington, D.CIn CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX