2013 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY check oil

Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- Electronic Stability Control(ESC) Off Indicator*
- Electronic Speed Control ONIndicator
- Electronic Speed Control SetIndicator
Odometer Messages door - Door Ajar noFUSE* - Fuse Fault
gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault LoW tirE* - Low Tire Pressure
gATE* - Liftgate Ajar CHAngE OIL* - Change Engine Oil
LoCOOL - Low Coolant
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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• Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when thesystem is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low
tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will
continue each time the vehicle is restarted as long as the malfunction exists.
• When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing
one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires
and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change.
Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the Winter. Example:
If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold
tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every
12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures
and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable
system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not
of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use
tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage
to the sensors may result.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the
vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately
and call for service.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or
boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your vehicle overheats.
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BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the parkingbrake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it indicates a possible
brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock Brake System problem.
• Please have your vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have
failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the vehicle
checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
• Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several
typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing.
• If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend you do not
operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator
• If the ESC OFF indicator light comes on when the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
- Charging System Light
• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system lightremains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system.
• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicleand shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend youdrive to the nearest authorized dealer immediately and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
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Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled
oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer,
the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• 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 andtransmission 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 irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Inverter, Power...............86
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control ..........74
Bluetooth Streaming Audio ......80
Jack Location ...............96
Jack Operation ..............96
Jump Starting ............. .106
KeyFob..................10
Key Fob Programmable Features ......83
Keyless Enter-N-Go ............12
Lock/Unlock ..............13
Lane Change Assist ............28
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether forCHildren)..............18
Liftgate, Power ...............10
Lights Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .91
Turn Signal ..............28
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) ..............8
Locks Liftgate, Tailgate ............10
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ........89
Maintenance Record ...........118
Maintenance Schedule ..........114
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .............93
MemorySeat...............20
Mirrors Heated ............ .34, 35, 37
MOPAR® Accessories ..........126
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume . . .55, 66
New Vehicle Break-In Period ........28
Oil Change Indicator ...........94
Oil, Engine Capacity .............. .113
Outlet Power .................87
Overheating, Engine ............95
Park Sense System, Rear ..........38
Placard, Tire and Loading Information. . .122 Power
Glass Sunroof .............40
Inverter ................86
LiftGate................10
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet). . .87
Seats .................20
Steering ............... .113
Preparation for Jacking ..........100
Programmable Electronic Features .....82
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ........29
RearCamera................38
RearCrossPath..............38
Rear Heated Seats .............26
Rear Park Sense System ..........38
Recreational Towing ............90
Remote Starting System ..........12
Replacement Bulbs ............123
Reporting Safety Defects .........125
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .......108
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ........89
Schedule, Maintenance ..........114
Seat Belts .................16
Seats ....................20
Adjustment ..............20
Fold in Floor (Stow `n Go) .......21
Lumbar Support ............20
Memory................20
Power .................20
Stow`nGo(FoldinFloor).......21
Setting the Clock .............73
Shift Lever Override ...........108
Signals, Turn ................28
SmartBeams ................30
SpareTire.................96
Spark Plugs ............... .113
Speed Control Accel/Decel ..............31
Cancel.................31
Distance Setting (ACC Only) .....31
Starting Remote ................12
Steering Tilt Column ..............27
Wheel, Heated ............26
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......73
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