2013 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY air filter

WARNING!(Continued)
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealer or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
sealers, stop leak products, seal conditioners, compressor
oil, and refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is
operating or personal injury may result.
The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind
the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re-
place the filter:
1. Open the glove compartment and remove all contents.
2. Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and lower the door.
3. Pivot the glove compartment downward.
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4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filtercover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover.
5. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing. 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter
pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter
cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the
cover.
CAUTION!
The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to
indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure
to properly install the filter will result in the need to
replace it more often.
7. Rotate the glove compartment door back into position.
A/C Air Filter Replacement
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Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission
is disassembled for any reason.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will
have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-
body protection.The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of
paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
•
Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
• Stone and gravel impact.
• Insects, tree sap and tar.
• Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
• Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
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•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By
Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By
Oil Change Indicator System:
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace cabin/air conditioning
filter. XXX X X X X
Replace spark plugs
(3.6L engine). ** X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first. XX
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............623
Adding Fuel ............................ .546
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .620
Additives, Fuel .......................... .540
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .238
Airbag ..................................79
Airbag Deployment ........................90
Airbag Light .............................86
Airbag Maintenance ........................92
Airbag, Side ..............................82
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................83
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .612
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................616
Air Conditioning ......................... .437
Air Conditioning Controls ...................437
Air Conditioning Filter .....................459
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone .................443
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................616
Air Conditioning System ....................437 Air Conditioning System, Zone Control
..........437
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .517
Alarm Light ............................ .323
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................17
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................377
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................622
Disposal ............................. .625
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................318
Anti-Theft System ..........................17
Appearance Care ........................ .631
Ashtray ............................... .281
Assistance Towing ........................ .163
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .501
Auto Down Power Windows ..................46
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................135
Automatic Door Locks ......................38
Automatic Headlights ..................... .224
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........446
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Exhaust Gas Caution........................60
Exhaust System .......................... .121
Exterior Lights .......................... .125
Fabric Care ............................. .634
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .323
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .612
Air Conditioning ...................... .459
Engine Oil ............................611
Engine Oil Disposal ......................611
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .570
Turn Signal .......................... .125
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .229
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .545
Engine Oil ........................... .545
Fuel Requirements ..................... .542Maintenance
.......................... .546
Replacement Parts ...................... .546
Starting ............................. .545
Flooded Engine Starting ....................470
Floor Console ........................... .289
Fluid Capacities ......................... .653
Fluid Leaks ............................ .125
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................630
Brake ............................... .627
Cooling System ........................ .621
Power Steering ........................ .489
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........654
Fog Lights ............................. .225
Fog Light Service ........................ .650
Fold in Floor (Stow n Go) Seating.............200
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................595
Fuel .................................. .538
Adding ............................. .546
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