2011 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY check engine

CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer’s recommended fluid will result in
more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as
they may adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The six-speed automatic transmission is a sealed unit and
has no dipstick. See your authorized dealer to have the
transmission fluid checked or serviced.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the
fluid and filter should be changed.
500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information. At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check 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.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, the
brake master cylinder, the power steering and the
transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
•Open the left and right door (slowly) and inspect for
excessive dirt. If noise exist wipe clean and apply
krytox lube to the door rollers.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
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S526 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Automatic Transaxle...................... 363
Selection Of Lubricant ................. 521
Shifting ........................... 366
Automatic Transmission ................... 499
Adding Fluid ....................... 500
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 500
Fluid Change ....................... 500
Fluid Level Check .................... 500
Fluid Type ...................... 499,521
Special Additives ..................... 500
B-Pillar Location ........................ 391
Battery ............................... 485
Jump Starting ....................... 463
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 26
Saving Feature (Protection) .............. 173
Belts, Seat ............................. 107
Blind Spot Monitoring .................... 122
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 489Brake Assist System
...................... 381
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 380
Brake Fluid ............................ 521
Brake System ........................... 497
Fluid Check ........................ 497
Parking ........................... 375
Warning Light ....................... 262
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 364
Brakes ............................... 497
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ....... 104
Bulb Replacement ....................... 515
Bulbs, Light ......................... 109,514
Calibration, Compass .................. 270,283
Camera, Rear ........................... 195
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 519
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 425
Oil (Engine) ........................ 481
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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
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Door Locks, Automatic.................... 36
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 202
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 371
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................. 372
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 280
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 324
E-85 Fuel ............................. 421
Economy (Fuel) Mode .................... 364
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 119
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 212
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 380
Brake Assist System ................... 381
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 183
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 382
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ............................. 195,271Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 446
Jacking ......................... 447,455
Jump Starting ....................... 463
Overheating ........................ 446
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 477
Engine Air Cleaner ......................... 483
Block Heater ........................ 362
Break-In Recommendations ............. 104
Checking Oil Level ................... 480
Compartment ....................... 475
Compartment Identification ............. 475
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................. 520
Cooling ........................... 491
Exhaust Gas Caution .............57,106,421
Fails to Start ........................ 361
Flooded, Starting ..................... 361
Fuel Requirements ................. 417,519
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Replacement Parts.................... 425
Starting ........................... 424
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 361
Floor Console .......................... 228
Fluid Capacities ......................... 519
Fluid Leaks ............................ 109
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................ 500
Brake ............................. 497
Power Steering ...................... 375
Fluids ................................ 520
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 520
Fog Light Service ........................ 517
Fog Lights ....................... 173,254,517
Fold in Floor (Stow \bn Go) Seating........... 143
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 467
Fuel ................................. 417
Adding ........................... 425
Additives .......................... 419 Clean Air
.......................... 417
Conserving ......................... 280
Economy Mode ...................... 364
Ethanol ........................... 418
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............261,425
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .................. 261
Gasoline ........................... 417
Gauge ............................ 261
Light .......................... 265,276
Materials Added ..................... 419
Methanol .......................... 418
Octane Rating ....................... 520
Requirements .................... 417,519
Saver Mode ........................ 280
Tank Capacity ....................... 519
Fuel Optimizer ......................... 280
Fuel Saver ............................. 280
Fuel, Flexible ........................... 421
Fueling ............................... 425
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Latches............................... 109
Hood ............................. 167
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 417
Leaks, Fluid ........................... 109
Life of Tires ............................ 402
Liftgate ................................ 53
Light Bulbs ............................ 109
Lights ............................. 109,168
Airbag ................... 83,84,89,107,262
Alarm ............................ 262
Anti-Lock .......................... 257
Automatic Headlights ................. 171
Back-Up ........................... 517
Battery Saver ....................... 173
Brake Assist Warning .................. 384
Brake Warning ...................... 262
Bulb Replacement ................. 514,515
Center Mounted Stop .................. 518
Daytime Running .................... 172 Dimmer Switch, Headlight
.............. 170
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 384
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 266
Exterior ........................... 109
Fog ......................... 173,254,517
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 446
Headlight Switch ..................... 171
Headlights On Reminder ............... 172
High Beam Indicator .................. 254
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............ 174
Illuminated Entry ..................... 19
Interior ......................... 169,170
License ............................ 519
Lights On Reminder .................. 172
Low Fuel ....................... 265,276
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 259
Oil Pressure ........................ 266
Park ........................... 171,516
Passing ............................ 174
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