2011 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY warning

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE• If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion.Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then, move
the shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE. Using minimal accelerator pedal
pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is most effective.
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Traction
Control
, turn the system off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle.
CAUTION!
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between REVERSE and DRIVE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h)
while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
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OPENING THE HOOD• Pull the hood release lever located on theinstrument panel, below the steering column.
• Raise the hood and locate the safety catch lever, in the middle of the hood opening.
• Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time.
• Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood.
• To close the hood, remove the support rod and place it in the retaining clip, then lower
the hood slowly.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched,
it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this
warning could result in serious injury or death.
ADDING FUEL
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
• The gas cap is located behind the fuel fillerdoor on the left side of the vehicle. If the gas
cap is lost or damaged, be sure the
replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
• Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. If not properly
tightened, the MIL (Malfunction Indicator
Light) may come on.
NOTE: The driver’s side sliding door cannot be opened while the fuel door is open.
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CAUTION!
• Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an
improper gas cap. A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system and may
cause the MIL to turn on, due to fuel vapors escaping from the system.
• To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off ” the fuel tank after filling.
WARNING!
• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed
or the tank filled.
• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal
fire regulations and will cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling.
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
M33 10 Amp Red Next Generation Controller (NGC), Global
Powertrain Engine Controller (GPEC), TCM
M34 10 Amp Red Park Assist (PRK ASST), Heater Ventilation, Air
Conditioning Module (HVAC MOD),
Headlamp Wash (HDLP WASH), Compass
(COMPAS), IR Sensor, Rear Camera, Lamp
Door FT Drv/Pass, Lamp Flashlight, AHLM,
Relay Diesel Cabin Heater, Rad Fan Diesel
M35 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors
M36 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #3 (BATT)
M37 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic
Stability Program (ESP), Stop Lamp Switch (STP
LP SW), Fuel Pump Rly Hi Control
M38 25 Amp Natural Door Lock/Unlock Motors (LOCK/UNLOCK
MTRS), Liftgate Lock/Unlock Motors
TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate tothe recommended pressure for your vehicle.
• The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE:Refer to the Owner's Manual on the
DVD for more information regarding tire
warnings and instructions.
WARNING!
• Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load
capacity for your vehicle . Never overload them.
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WARNING!(Continued)
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is theleading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or
“blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road
and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. Unequal tire pressures can
cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle. Over-inflated or
under-inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of
vehicle control.
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleanedregularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven
cleaner. These products may damage the wheel's protective finish. Avoid automatic car
washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel's protective
finish. Only MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.
EXTERIOR BULBS
LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number
Backup Lamp 3157
Tail and Stop Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp LED (*)
Fog Lamp – If Equipped PSX24W
Park/Turn Signal LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Headlamp – (Low and High Beam Halogen) H13
License Lamp 168
* CHMSL is not serviceable. It is a LED lamp. To replace the LED, the entire CHMSL assembly
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CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER
CENTER
P.O. Box 21–8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
Phone: 1–800–247–9753
CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: 1–800–465–2001 (English)
Phone: 1–800–387–9983 (French)
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED• To assist customers who have hearingdifficulties, the manufacturer has installed
special TDD (Telecommunication Devices
for the Deaf ) equipment at its customer
center. Any hearing or speech impaired
customer, who has access to a TDD or a
conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the
United States, can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–
CHRY. Canadian residents with hearing
difficulties that require assistance can use
the special needs relay service offered by
Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users,
dial 711 and for Voice callers, dial
1–800–855–0511 to connect with a Bell
Relay Service operator.WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain,
or emit, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects, or other reproductive harm. In
addition, certain fluids contained in
vehicles and certain products of
component wear contain, or emit,
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING
•If you are the first registered retail owner
of your vehicle, you may obtain one free
printed copy of the Owner's Manual,
Warranty Booklet or Radio Manuals on
your DVD by calling 1–800–247–9753
(U.S.) or 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) or by
contacting your dealer.
• Replacement User Guide kits or DVDs or, if you prefer, additional printed copies of
the Owner's Manual, Warranty Booklet or
Radio Manuals may be purchased by
visiting www.techauthority.com or by
calling 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) or
1–800–387–1143 (Canada). Visa, Master
Card, American Express and Discover
orders are accepted. If you prefer mailing
your order, please call the above numbers
for an order form.
NOTE: A street address is required when
ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes).
NOTE:
• The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the
Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck and Dodge
websites.
• Click on the "For Owners" tab, select "Owner/Service Manuals", then select your
desired model year and vehicle from the drop
down lists.
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Airbag ...................13
Alarm, Panic................8
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . 11
Audio Jack ................39
Audio Settings ...............37
Automatic Headlights ...........21
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . 26
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ................79
Auxiliary Audio/Video Input Jacks .....48
Axle Fluid .................79
Belts, Seat .................12
Brake Fluid .................79
Bulb Replacement .............86
Calibration, Compass ...........50
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ............55
Change Oil Indicator ...........61
Changing A Flat Tire ...........62
Child Restraint ...............13
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .......14
Clock Setting .............. 37,39
Compass Calibration ...........50
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ............79
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......22
Cruise Light ................22
Customer Assistance ...........87
Defects, Reporting ............88
Dimmer Control ..............21
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........21
Disarming, Theft System ..........12
DriverCockpit ...............4
Economy (Fuel) Mode ...........24
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) ..............22
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) .................49,50
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System ......34
Emergency Key ...............8
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ......74Jacking
............... 62,66
Overheating ..............61
Engine Compartment ..............78
Oil Selection ..............79
Overheating ..............61
Starting .................11
Stopping .................11
Event Data Recorder ............75
ExpressDownWindows...........8
Exterior Lights ...............86
Flash-To-Pass ...............21
Fluid Capacities ..............79
Fluids ...................79
Fog Lights .................21
F old

in Floor (Stow `n Go) Seating ....29
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........74
Front Heated Seats .............17
Fuel EconomyMode .............24
Specifications ..............79
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....51
HardDiskDrive ..............40
Headlights Automatic ................21
Dimmer Switch .............21
HighBeam ...............21
Heated Seats ................17
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch ...................21
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter .................51
Hood Release ...............76
Instrument Cluster .............6
Indicators .................7
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights ....6,58
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....20
Introduction .................2
Inverter Outlet (115V) ...........53
Inverter, Power ...............53
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control .........48
Bluetooth Streaming Audio .......49
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Jack Location...............62
Jack Operation ..............62
Jump Starting ...............70
KeyFob...................8
Key Fob Programmable Features .....50
Keyless Enter-N-Go ............10
Lock/Unlock ..............10
Starting/Stopping ............11
Lane Change Assist ............20
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) .................14
Liftgate, Power ...............8
Lights TurnSignal ...............20
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) ...............6
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ........55
Maintenance Record ............81
Maintenance Schedule ..........80
Media Center Radio ..........36,38
Memory Seat ...............16
MOPAR® Accessories ...........89
Navigation ...............4 1,42
Non-Touch-Screen Radio .........36
Oil Change Indicator ...........61
Oil, Engine Capacity ................79
Outlet Power ..................54
Overheating, Engine ............61
Panic Alarm .................8
Phone (Pairing) ..............45
Phone (Uconnect) .............44
Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . 85
Power Glass Sunroof ..............31
Inverter .................53
LiftGate .................8
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . 54
Seats ..................15
Steering .................79 Preparation for Jacking
..........65
Programmable Electronic Features ....50
Radio Non-Touch-Screen ...........36
Touch-Screen ..............38
Radio Operation ............ 36,38
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ........20
Rear Heated Seats .............17
Recreational Towing ............57
Remote Starting System ..........9
Replacement Bulbs ............86
Reporting Safety Defects .........88
Restraints, Child ..............13
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .......74
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ........55
Seat Belts .................12
Seats ....................15
Adjustment ...............16
Fold in Floor (Stow `n Go) .......
2
9
Heated .................17
Lumbar Support .............16
Memory.................16
Power ..................15
Stow `n Go (Fold in Floor) .......29
Seek Button ............... 37,39
Setting the Clock ............ 37,39
Shift Lever Override ............72
Signals, Turn ................20
SIRIUSTravelLink .............43
SmartBeams ................21
SpareTire .................62
Spark Plugs ................79
Speed Control Accel/Decel ...............22
Cancel .................22
Resume .................22
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......22
Starting Remote .................9
Steering Tilt Column ...............18
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......44
Store Radio Presets ...........37,39
Stow `n Go (Fold in Floor) Seats .....29
Stuck, Freeing ...............74
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