2012 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY engine coolant

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT
(Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your oil filler cap for cor-
rect SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter MOPAREngine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Fuel Selection 87 Octane
600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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, brake
master cylinder, and the power steering 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
pages for the required maintenance intervals.8
M
A I
N T
E
N A
N CE
S
C
H E
D
U L
E
S606 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
72,000 miles (117 000 km).
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
80,000 miles (130 000 km).
❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 104,000 miles (169 000 km) whichever
comes first.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
8
M
A I
N T
E
N A
N CE
S
C
H E
D
U L
E
SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 611

104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or
78 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
104,000 miles (169 000 km).
❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at
104,000 miles (169 000 km) or 60 months
whichever comes first.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
112,000 miles (182 000 km).
❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
8
M
A I
N T
E
N A
N CE
S
C
H E
D
U L
E
SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 613

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 572
Adding Fuel ........................... 499
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 569
Additives, Fuel ......................... 493
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 216
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 561
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 565
Air Conditioning ........................ 398
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 398
Air Conditioning Filter .................419,566
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 565
Air Conditioning System .............398,406,565
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 398
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 419
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone .............403,414
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 471
Airbag .............................. 75,84
Airbag Deployment ....................... 85
Airbag Light .................... 82,88,105,297Airbag Maintenance
....................... 87
Airbag, Side ........................ 78,81,84
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........79,81,84
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 17
Alarm Light ........................... 298
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 349
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 293
Anti-Theft System ........................ 17
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............571,599
Disposal ........................... 573
Appearance Care ........................ 579
Ashtray ............................... 258
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 457
Assistance Towing ....................... 143
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 44
Auto Up Power Windows .................. 44
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................ 116
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 37
630 INDEX

Caps, FillerFuel .............................. 499
Oil (Engine) ........................ 560
Power Steering ...................... 447
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 573
Car Washes ............................ 580
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............104,494
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 264
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ..................... 274
Caution, Exhaust Gas ...................... 57
Cellular Phone ....................... 129,397
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 598
Chains, Tire ............................ 479
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 522
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 462
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............295,555
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............ 104Checks, Safety
.......................... 104
Child Restraint ........................ 89,91
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 94
Child Safety Locks ........................ 51
Child Seat .............................. 93
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 491
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 581
Climate Control ......................... 398
Clock ............................. 329,338
Coat Hook ............................ 264
Coin Holder ........................... 265
Cold Weather Operation ................... 429
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 397
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 474
Compass .............................. 318
Compass Calibration ..................... 319
Compass Variance ....................... 319
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 316
632 INDEX

ConnectorUCI .............................. 352
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 352
Conserving Fuel ........................ 314
Console .............................. 265
Console, Floor .......................... 265
Console, Overhead ....................... 232
Console, Removable ...................... 269
Contract, Service ........................ 623
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 573
Cooling System ......................... 570
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 572
Coolant Capacity ..................... 599
Coolant Level .................... 570,574
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 573
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 571
Inspection .......................... 574
Points to Remember .................. 574 Pressure Cap
........................ 573
Radiator Cap ....................... 573
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....571,599,600
Cupholders ......................... 254,585
Customer Assistance ..................... 621
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 88
Daytime Running Lights ................... 206
Dealer Service .......................... 557
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 273
Defroster, Windshield .................. 106,412
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 554
Dimmer Control ........................ 204
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................ 579
Oil (Engine) ........................ 558
Power Steering ...................... 447
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 547
10
INDEX 633

DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 573
Engine Oil ......................... 560
Domelight ............................. 203
Door Locks ............................. 34
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 37
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 236
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 443
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 444
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 314
E-85 Fuel ............................. 495
Economy (Fuel) Mode .................... 433
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 118
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 248
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 452
Brake Assist System ................... 453 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)
...... 217
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 454
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ....................... 229,304
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 521
Jacking ......................... 522,531
Jump Starting ....................... 540
Overheating ........................ 521
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 555
Engine Air Cleaner ......................... 561
Block Heater ........................ 431
Break-In Recommendations ............. 103
Checking Oil Level ................... 558
Compartment ....................... 553
Compartment Identification ............. 553
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................. 600
Cooling ........................... 570
634 INDEX