2010 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY engine overheat

CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con-
trol device and may seriously reduce engine per-
formance and cause serious damage to the engine.
•Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.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.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
446 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.
456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Oil........................... 444
Domelight ............................. 160
Door Locks ............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 33
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 192
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 338
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water .............................. 339
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 298
E-85 Fuel ............................. 383
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 114
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 201
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 347
Brake Assist System .................... 349
Electronic Stability Program ............... 350
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 174
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 350Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)
............................. 186,250
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 412
Jacking ........................... 413,416
Jump Starting ......................... 426
Overheating .......................... 412
Emission Control System Maintenance ......438,490
Engine ............................ 435,436
Air Cleaner .......................... 444
Block Heater ......................... 329
Break-In Recommendations ............... 100
Checking Oil Level ..................... 441
Compartment ...................... 435,436
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 486
Cooling ............................. 453
Exhaust Gas Caution ...............51,101,383
Flooded, Starting ...................... 328
Fuel Requirements .................. 378,485
Oil ........................... 441,485,486
522 INDEX

Oil Change Interval.................... 442
Oil Disposal .......................... 444
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 443
Oil Filter Disposal ..................... 444
Oil Selection ....................... 442,485
Oil Synthetic ......................... 443
Overheating .......................... 412
Starting ............................. 327
Temperature Gauge .................... 242
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 79
Exhaust Gas Caution ................51,101,383
Exhaust System ...................... 101,445
Express Down Windows ................... 22
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 67
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 114
Exterior Lights .......................... 104
Fabric Care ............................ 467
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 246 Filters
Air Cleaner .......................... 444
Air Conditioning .................... 322,449
Engine Oil ........................ 444,486
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 444
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 412
Turn Signal ........................ 104,236
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 166
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 423
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ....................... 386
Engine Oil ........................... 386
Fuel Requirements .................. 383,385
Maintenance ......................... 387
Replacement Parts ..................... 387
Starting ............................. 386
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 328
Floor Console .......................... 215
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New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 100
Occupant Restraints ................... 52,75,79
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ...........71,72,75,78
Odometer ............................. 245
Oil Change Indicator ................ 244,246,254
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...........244,246,254
Oil, Engine ......................... 441,486
Capacity ............................ 485
Change Interval ....................... 442
Checking ............................ 441
Disposal ............................ 444
Filter ............................ 444,486
Filter Disposal ........................ 444
Identification Logo ..................... 442
Materials Added to ..................... 443
Recommendation ................... 442,485
Synthetic ............................ 443
Viscosity ......................... 443,485Onboard Diagnostic System
..............437,438
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 192
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ............... 112,113
Overhead Console ....................... 189
Overhead Travel Information Center .......... 189
Overheating, Engine ................... 242,412
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,513
Panic Alarm ............................ 23
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 177
Parking Brake .......................... 343
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 172
Personal Settings ........................ 258
Pets, Transporting ........................ 97
Phone, Cellular ......................... 125
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ............. 125
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 357
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