2011 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY keyless

highlighted, then press and release the SELECT button
until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing
that the setting has been selected.
Illuminated Approach
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked with the RKE transmitter. To make your selec-
tion, scroll up or down until the preferred setting is
highlighted, then press and release the SELECT button
until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing
that the setting has been selected.
Flashers with Sliding Door
When this feature is selected the signal lamps activate
when power or manual sliding doors are in operation,
signaling other drivers that someone may be exiting or
entering the vehicle. To make your selection, press and
release the SELECT button until a check-mark appearsnext to the feature showing the system has been activated
or the check-mark is removed showing the system has
been deactivated.
Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry)
This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s
door(s) without having to press the RKE transmitter lock
or unlock buttons. To make your selection, press and
release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears
next to the feature showing the system has been activated
or the check-mark is removed showing the system has
been deactivated. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in
“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”.
Easy Exit Seat
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
vehicle. To make your selection, press and release the
SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
Starting Procedures .................... 357
▫ Automatic Transmission ............... 357
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go – If Equipped ........ 358
▫ Normal Starting ..................... 359
▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or
29°C) ............................ 360
▫ If Engine Fails To Start ................ 361
▫ After Starting ....................... 362
 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ........ 362
Automatic Transmission ................. 363
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ............. 363
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . 364
▫ Fuel Economy (Econ) Mode ............. 364
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission ........ 365
▫ Gear Ranges ........................ 366
 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ............. 371
▫ Acceleration ........................ 371
▫ Traction ........................... 371
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Do notpress the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated
Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START
position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The
starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage
automatically when the engine is running. If the engine
fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in
10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the
“Normal Starting” procedure.
Keyless Enter-N-Go – If Equipped
This feature allows the driver to oper-
ate the ignition switch with the push
of a button, as long as the ENGINE
START/STOP button is installed and
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-
mitter is in the passenger compart-
ment.
Installing And Removing The ENGINE
START/STOP Button
Installing The Button
1. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch.
2. Insert the ENGINE START/STOP button into the
ignition switch with the lettering facing up and readable.
3. Press firmly on the center of the button to secure it into
position.
Removing The Button
1. The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed
from the ignition switch for key fob use.
2. Insert the metal part of the emergency key under the
chrome bezel at the 6 o’clock position and gently pry the
button loose.
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NOTE:The ENGINE START/STOP button should only
be removed or inserted with the ignition in the LOCK
position (OFF position for Keyless Enter-N-Go).
Normal Starting
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
To start the engine, the transmission must be in PARK or
NEUTRAL. Press and hold the brake pedal while press-
ing the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The system
takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle
fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after
10 seconds. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine
prior to the engine starting, press the button again.
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE
START/STOP Button
1. Place the shift lever in PARK, then press and release
the ENGINE START/STOP button.
2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position.
3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/
STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle
speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine
will shut off. The ignition switch position will remain in
the ACC position until the shift lever is in PARK and the
button is pressed twice to the OFF position. If the shift
lever is not in PARK and the ENGINE START/STOP
button is pressed once, the EVIC (if equipped) will
display a “Vehicle Not In Park” message and the engine
will remain running. Never leave a vehicle out of the
PARK position, or it could roll.
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NOTE:If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN
(engine not running) position and the transmission is in
PARK, the system will automatically time out after
30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the
OFF position.
Keyless Enter-N-Go Functions – With Driver ’s Foot
OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL
Position)
The Keyless Enter-N-Go feature operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has four positions, OFF, ACC, RUN
and START. To change the ignition switch positions
without starting the vehicle and use the accessories
follow these steps.
•Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position:
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to
change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC
displays “IGNITION MODE ACCESSORY”),
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time
to change the ignition switch to the RUN position
(EVIC displays “IGNITION MODE RUN”),
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time
to return the ignition switch to the OFF position (EVIC
displays “IGNITION MODE OFF”).
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or 29°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
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This system prevents the key fob from being removed
unless the shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents moving
the shift lever out of PARK, unless the key fob is in the
ACC/ON position, and the brake pedal is pressed.
NOTE:If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the
key fob in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this
safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started
and stopped but the key fob cannot be removed until you
obtain service.
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the
PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK
position (OFF position with Keyless Go™). To move the
shift lever out of the PARK position, the ignition switch
must be turned to the ON or START position (engine
running or not) and the brake pedal must be pressed.
Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode
The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve the vehi-
cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi-
tions. Press the “econ” switch in the center stack of the
instrument panel and a green light will indicate the
ECON mode is engaged.
Fuel Economy Mode Switch
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M22 — 10 Amp RedRight Horn (HI/
LOW)
M23 — 10 Amp RedLeft Horn (HI/LOW)
M24 — 25 Amp NaturalRear Wiper
M25 — 20 Amp YellowFuel Pump, Diesel
Lift Pump – Export
Only
M26 — 10 Amp RedPower Mirror Switch,
Driver Window
Switch
M27 — 10 Amp RedIgnition Switch, Wire-
less Control Module,
Keyless Entry Mod-
ule, Steering Column
LockCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M28 — 10 Amp RedPowertrain Control
Module, Transmission
Feed, Transmission
Control Module
M29 — 10 Amp RedOccupant Classifica-
tion Module
M30 — 15 Amp BlueRear Wiper Module,
Power Folding Mirror,
J1962 Diagnostic Feed
M31 — 20 Amp YellowBack-Up Lamps
M32 — 10 Amp RedAirbag Module, TT
EUROPE
M33 — 10 Amp RedPowertrain Control
Module, Transmission
Control Module
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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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INDEX 551