2011 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY radiator

CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Hybrid Organic Additive Technology
(HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in
engine damage and may decrease corrosion pro-
tection. If a non-HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze)
is introduced into the cooling system in an emer-
gency, it should be replaced with the specified
engine coolant (antifreeze) as soon as possible.
•Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi-
tional rust inhibitors or anti-rust products, as they
may not be compatible with the radiator engine
coolant (antifreeze) and may plug the radiator.
•This vehicle has not been designed for use with
Propylene Glycol-based engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Use of Propylene Glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance
intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up
to five years or 104,000 miles (169 000 km) before
replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte-
nance period, it is important that you use the same
engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your
vehicle.
Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant
(antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or
equivalent.7
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•Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant
and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to
exceed 70%) if temperatures below34°F (37°C) are
anticipated.
•Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
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.
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WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the
cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
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 pres-
sure 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 disposalrules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it
to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child
or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up
any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine cold, the level of the engine coolant (antifreeze) in
the coolant recovery bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing the
engine coolant (antifreeze). Advise your service atten-
dant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature
is satisfactory, the coolant bottle only needs to be checked
once a month.
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When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a
few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor
coming from the front of the engine compartment. This is
normally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.
•Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in
the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents
of the coolant recovery bottle must also be protected
against freezing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle
does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling
system should be pressure tested for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
50% HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (minimum)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine, which contains aluminum components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, also keep the front of
the condenser clean.
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
J8 40 Amp Green — Power Memory Seat –
If Equipped
J9 40 Amp Green — Partial Zero Emis-
sions Vehicle Motor/
Flex Fuel
J10 30 Amp Pink — Headlamp Wash
Relay/Manifold Tun-
ing Valve
J11 30 Amp Pink — Power Sliding Door
Module/Anti–Theft
Module Relay Lock
Feed
J13 60 Amp Yellow — Ignition Off Draw
(IOD) – Main
J14 40 Amp Green — Rear Window Defog-
gerCavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
J15 30 Amp Pink — Front Blower
J17 40 Amp Green — Starter Solenoid
J18 20 Amp Blue — Powertrain Control
Module Trans Range
J19 60 Amp Yellow — Radiator Fan
J20 30 Amp Pink — Front Wiper LO/HI
J21 20 Amp Blue — Front/Rear Washer
J22 25 Amp Natural — Sunroof Module
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Power Steering...................... 375
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 494
Car Washes ............................ 501
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............106,421
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 228
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ..................... 238
Caution, Exhaust Gas ...................... 57
Cellular Phone ....................... 130,328
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 518
Chains, Tire ............................ 404
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 447
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 387
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light) ............................. 259,477
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............ 105
Checks, Safety .......................... 105
Child Restraint ........................ 90,92
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 95Child Safety Locks
........................ 51
Child Seat .............................. 94
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 417
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 503
Climate Control ......................... 328
Clock ............................. 294,303
Coat Hook ............................ 227
Coin Holder ........................... 228
Cold Weather Operation ................... 360
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 327
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 399
Compass ........................ 267,270,283
Compass Calibration .................. 270,283
Compass Variance .................... 269,284
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 281
Connector UCI .............................. 317
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 317
552 INDEX

Conserving Fuel........................ 280
Console .............................. 228
Console, Floor .......................... 228
Console, Overhead ....................... 198
Console, Removable ...................... 233
Contract, Service ........................ 543
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 494
Cooling System ......................... 491
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 493
Coolant Capacity ..................... 519
Coolant Level .................... 491,495
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 495
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 492
Inspection .......................... 495
Points to Remember .................. 496
Pressure Cap ........................ 494
Radiator Cap ....................... 494
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....492,519,520
Cupholders ......................... 218,506Customer Assistance
..................... 541
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 89
Daytime Running Lights ................... 172
Dealer Service .......................... 479
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 237
Defroster, Windshield .................. 107,345
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 476
Dimmer Control ........................ 170
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................ 500
Oil (Engine) ........................ 480
Power Steering ...................... 375
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 469
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 495
Engine Oil ......................... 482
Domelight ............................. 169
Door Locks ............................. 33
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INDEX 553

Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......492,494
Radio Operation ........................ 328
Radio Remote Controls .................... 326
Rear Air Conditioning .................337,347
Rear Camera ........................... 195
Rear Cross Path ......................... 128
Rear Heater ............................ 337
Rear Park Sense System ................... 186
Rear Window Defroster ................... 237
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 117
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 138
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 89
Recreational Towing ...................... 443
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 417
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 74
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 326
Remote Starting System .................... 29
Removable Floor Console .................. 233 Replacement Keys
........................ 15
Replacement Parts ....................... 478
Replacement Tires ....................... 403
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 544
Resetting Oil Change Indicator .........256,257,279
Restraint, Head ......................... 138
Restraints, Child ....................... 90,94
Restraints, Infant ......................... 91
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 467
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ................. 238
Rotation, Tires .......................... 406
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................ 107
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 109
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 544
Safety Information, Tire ................... 385
Safety Tips ............................ 105
Safety, Exhaust Gas .................... 57,106
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 314
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