2010 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY airbag

If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make
sure that all windows are closed and the climate control
BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the
recirculation mode.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
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 (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
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the ON position, before engine start. If the bulb does not
come on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the
condition checked promptly.
Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,
poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after
engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light
stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In
most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will
not require towing.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
damage to the engine control system. It also could
affect fuel economy and drivability. If the MIL is
flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and
power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is
required.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced
above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal
operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you
drive slowly or park over flammable substances such
as dry plants or wood or cardboard, etc. This could
result in death or serious injury to the driver, occu-
pants or others.
20. Airbag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds
as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is either not on during
starting, stays on, or turns on while driving,
then have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as
soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in
“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241

FUSES/TIPM
Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
M15 — 20 Amp Yel- lowRear View Mir-
ror, Instrument
Cluster, Multi-
Function Con-
trol Switch, Tire
Pressure Moni-
tor, Glow Plug
Module – Ex-
port Diesel
Only, Assy-
Shifter (Hall
Effect), Acoustic
Noise Cancella-
tionFUSES/TIPM
Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
M16 — 10 Amp Red Airbag Module/
Occupant Clas-
sification Mod-
ule
M17 — 15 Amp BlueLeft Tail/
License/Park
Lamp, Running
Lamps
M18 — 15 Amp
BlueRight Tail/
Park/Run
Lamp
M19 — 25 Amp
NaturalAutomatic
Shutdown #1
and #2
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FUSES/TIPM
Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
M28 — 10 Amp Red Powertrain Control Mod-
ule, Transmis-
sion Feed,
Transmission
Control Module
M29 — 10 Amp Red Occupant Clas- sification Mod-
ule
M30 — 15 Amp BlueRear Wiper
Module, Power
Folding Mirror,
J1962 Diagnos-
tic Feed
M31 — 20 Amp Yel-
lowBack-Up LampsFUSES/TIPM
Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
M32 — 10 Amp Red Airbag Module, TT EUROPE
M33 — 10 Amp Red Powertrain Control Mod-
ule, Transmis-
sion Control
Module
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 455
Adding Fuel ........................... 387
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 452
Additives, Fuel ......................... 381
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 172
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 444
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 448
Air Conditioning ........................ 303
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 303
Air Conditioning Filter .................322,449
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 322
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone .............309,317
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 448
Air Conditioning System .............303,312,448
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 307
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 362
Airbag .............................. 68,78
Airbag Deployment ....................... 79
Airbag Light .................... 76,81,102,241Airbag Maintenance
....................... 80
Airbag, Side ...................... 71,75,77,78
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........72,75,78
Alarm Light ........................... 239
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 16
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 295
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............454,485
Disposal ............................ 457
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 239
Anti-Theft System ........................ 16
Appearance Care ........................ 464
Ashtray ............................... 207
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 40
Auto Up Power Windows ................40,200
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................ 113
Automatic Door Locks ................... 33,34
Automatic Headlights .................... 162
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 312
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Information Center, Vehicle................. 250
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 112
Instrument Cluster ....................... 233
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 231
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 467
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 469
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 470
Interior Appearance Care .................. 467
Interior Lights ....................... 160,161
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 414
Jack Operation .......................... 413
Jump Starting .......................... 426
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14 Keyless Entry System
...................... 19
Keys ................................. 12
Lane Change Assist ...................... 166
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 53
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ....... 93
Latches ............................... 105
Hood .............................. 158
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 378
Leaks, Fluid ........................... 105
Life of Tires ............................ 367
Liftgate ................................ 48
Light Bulbs ............................ 104
Lights ............................. 104,159
Airbag ....................... 76,81,102,241
Alarm .............................. 239
Anti-Lock ........................... 239
Automatic Headlights ................... 162
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Memory............................ 153
Power .............................. 130
Reclining ............................ 128
Stow \bn Go (Fold in Floor) ............... 136
Tilting .............................. 139
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 16
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........454,486
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Sentry Key Programming ................... 16
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 15
Service Assistance ....................... 509
Service Contract ......................... 511
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator) .................... 240
Service Manuals ........................ 513
Setting the Clock ................ 263,265,268,278
Settings, Personal ........................ 258
Shoulder Belts ........................... 53
Side Airbag ............................. 77 Signals, Turn
................ 104,165,236,481,482
Sirius Backseat TV™ (Uconnect studios)....... 298
Sliding Door ............................ 41
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 338
SmartBeams ........................... 166
Snow Tires ............................ 368
Spare Tire .......................... 364,414
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .............. 174
Speedometer ........................... 236
Starting ............................... 327
Automatic Transmission ................. 327
Cold Weather ......................... 328
Engine Fails to Start .................... 328
Remote .............................. 27
Starting and Operating .................... 327
Starting Procedures ...................... 327
Steering Power ........................... 341,342
Tilt Column .......................... 171
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Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 300
Storage ............................ 207,479
Storage Bin ............................ 207
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 321,479
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 479
Stow \bn Go (Fold in Floor) Seats ............. 136
Sun Roof .............................. 198
Sunglasses Storage ....................... 190
Sunroof Maintenance ..................... 201
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 68
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 443
System, Remote Starting .................... 27
Tachometer ............................ 240
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 312
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......242,413
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 93
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 171 Tire and Loading Information Placard
......... 357
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 355
Tire Markings .......................... 352
Tire Safety Information .................... 352
Tires ........................... 104,361,515
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 367
Air Pressure .......................... 361
Changing ............................ 413
Compact Spare ........................ 364
Flat Changing ........................ 423
General Information .................... 361
High Speed .......................... 363
Inflation Pressures ..................... 362
Jacking ........................... 413,416
Life of Tires .......................... 367
Load Capacity ..................... 357,358
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 370
Pressure Warning Light .................. 234
Quality Grading ....................... 515
Radial .............................. 364
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INDEX 533