2013 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY fog light

LIGHTS ............................ .223
▫ Headlight Switch ..................... .223
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......224
▫ Headlights On With Wipers — If Equipped . . .224
▫ Headlight Delay — If Equipped ...........224
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................225
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .....225
▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped ...........225
▫ Dimmer Controls .....................226
▫ Multifunction Lever ...................228
▫ Turn Signals ........................ .228
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................229
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ................229 ▫
Flash-To-Pass ....................... .229
▫ SmartBeam™ — If Equipped .............229
▫ Battery Protection .....................231
 WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS ......231
▫ Intermittent Wiper System ...............232
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation .............232
▫ Windshield Washers ....................233
▫ Mist Feature ........................ .233
▫ Rear Wiper And Washer .................233
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........233
 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN . . .235
 HEATED STEERING WHEEL —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .236
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129

Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open
position.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi-
mately 12 in (30 cm) and then drop it. This should
secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless
the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
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.
LIGHTS
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the left side of the
instrument panel. The switch controls the operation of
the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights,
interior lights and the fog lights.
Headlight Switch With Halo Control
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223

When exiting the vehicle the driver can choose to have
the headlights remain on for 30, 60 or 90 seconds or not
remain on. To change the timer setting, see your autho-
rized dealer.
The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles
equipped with an EVIC. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features”
in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information.
If the headlights are turned off before the ignition, they
will turn off in the normal manner.
NOTE:
The headlights must be turned off within 45 sec-
onds of turning the ignition OFF to activate this feature.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights or the parking lights are left on, or if the
dimmer control is in the extreme top position after the
ignition switch is turned OFF, a chime will sound when
the driver’s door is opened.
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped
The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the
engine is started and the transmission is in any gear
except PARK. This provides a constant lights on condi-
tion until the ignition is turned OFF. The lights illuminate
at less than 50% of normal intensity. If the parking brake
is applied, the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) will turn
off. Also, if a turn signal is activated, the DRL lamp on the
same side of the vehicle will turn off for the duration of
the turn signal activation. Once the turn signal is no
longer active, the DRL lamp will illuminate.
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped
To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking
lights or the low beam headlights and push in the
headlight switch control knob. Pressing the headlight
switch control knob in a second time will turn the front
fog lights off.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225

Battery Protection
This feature provides battery protection to avoid wearing
down the battery if the headlights, parking lights, or
front fog lights are left on for extended periods of time
when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. After
eight minutes of the ignition switch being in the LOCK
position and the headlight switch in any position other
than OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically
until the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight
switch.
The battery protection feature will be disabled if the
ignition switch is turned to any other position other than
LOCK during the eight minute delay.
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch within
the multifunction lever. Rotate the end of the multifunc-
tion lever to select the desired wiper speed.
Washer And Wiper Controls
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Tachometer
This gauge measures engine revolutions per minute
(RPM x 1000). Before the pointer reaches the red area,
ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage.
2. Front Fog Light Indicator — If EquippedThis indicator will illuminate when the front fog
lights are on.
3. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the park
lights or headlights are turned on.
4. Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated. If the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with
either turn signal on, a continuous chime will sound to
alert you to turn the signal off. If either indicator flashes
at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
5. High Beam Indicator
This indicator shows that the high beam head-
lights are on. Push the multifunction lever for-
ward to switch the headlights to high beam, and pull
toward yourself (normal position) to return to low beam.
6. Odometer Display / Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) Display — If Equipped
Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Display The odom-
eter display shows the total distance the vehicle has been
driven.
U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the
correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. If your
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315

Bi-Level ModeAir comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor
outlets and defrost outlets. A slight amount of
air is also directed through the side window demister
outlets.
NOTE: In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL
mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel
outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount
of air is directed through the defrost and side
window demister outlets. Mix Mode
Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window
demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or
snowy conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable,
while keeping the windshield clear.
Defrost Mode
Air comes from the windshield and side window
demist outlets. Use DEFROST mode with maxi-
mum blower and temperature settings for best wind-
shield and side window defrosting.
NOTE: While operating in the other modes, the system
will not automatically sense the presence of fog, mist or
ice on the windshield. DEFROST mode must be manually
selected to clear the windshield and side glass.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 453

Cleaning Interior Trim
Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR® Total Clean or equiva-
lent, then MOPAR® Spot & Stain Remover or equivalent
if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or
Armor All®. Use MOPAR® Total Clean or equivalent to
clean vinyl upholstery
Cleaning Leather Upholstery
MOPAR® Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom-
mended for leather upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and MOPAR® Total Clean or equivalent. Care should betaken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any
liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids,
solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean
your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi-
tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to
stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635

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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