2014 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY Torque

After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be
sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated
against the wheel.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED
WARNING!
•Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off
the road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577

NOTE:Do not install the wheel cover on the compact
spare.
7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left.
8. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this section for proper wheel lug nut torque.
9. Lower the jack to its fully-closed position.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire
repaired or replaced immediately. 10. Place the deflated (flat) tire and compact spare tire
cover assembly in the rear cargo area. Do not stow
the deflated tire in the compact spare tire location.
Have the full-sized tire repaired or replaced, as soon
as possible.
11. Stow the cable and wheel spacer before driving the vehicle. Reassemble the winch handle extensions to
form a “T” and fit the winch T-handle over the drive
nut. Rotate the nut to the right until the winch
mechanism clicks at least three times.
NOTE: Refer to the “Spare Tire Tools” section for in-
structions on assembling the T-handle.
12. Stow the jack, jack handle and winch handle tools back in the stowage compartment.
13. Check the compact spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure, as required.
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3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with thevalve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand,
snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not use
a hammer or excessive force to install the cover.
4. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the
lug nuts.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle
has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.
5. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 6. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this section for
proper wheel lug nut torque.
7. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly
seated against the wheel.
Vehicles Without Wheel Covers
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shapedend of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the
lug nuts.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle
has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.
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3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jackhandle counterclockwise.
4. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this section for proper wheel lug nut torque.
5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly
seated against the wheel.
JUMP-STARTING
If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly
so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer ’s operating instructions and
precautions.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any
other booster source with a system voltage greater
than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used
in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should
be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur-
er’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635

Automatic Headlights..................... .227
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........445
Automatic Transmission ....................468
Adding Fluid ......................... .636
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................636
Fluid Change ......................... .636
Fluid Level Check ...................... .636
Fluid Type ........................... .635
Gear Ranges .......................... .472
Special Additives ...................... .635
Torque Converter ...................... .480
Auto Up Power Windows ....................48
Battery ................................ .620
Jump Starting ......................... .597
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........29
Saving Feature (Protection) ................234
Belts, Seat .............................. .124
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .142Body Mechanism Lubrication
.................624
B-Pillar Location ......................... .506
Brake Assist System ...................... .491
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............490
Brake Fluid ............................ .660
Brake System ........................... .632
Fluid Check .......................... .633
Parking ............................. .485
Warning Light ........................ .327
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................470
Bulb Replacement ........................ .653
Bulbs, Light ............................ .127
Calibration, Compass ..................... .348
Camera, Rear ........................... .256
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .658
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .542
Power Steering ........................ .484
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Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)..........445
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ............329
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .239
Tire and Loading Information Placard ...........506
TIREFIT ............................... .564
Tire Markings ........................... .500
Tires ................................. .127
Aging (Life of Tires) .....................519
Air Pressure .......................... .510
Chains .............................. .522
Changing ............................ .577
Compact Spare ........................ .516
General Information .....................510
High Speed .......................... .513
Inflation Pressures .......................511
Jacking .............................. .577
Life of Tires .......................... .519
Load Capacity ........................ .506
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............524Pressure Warning Light
...................323
Quality Grading ....................... .677
Radial .............................. .513
Replacement .......................... .520
Rotation ............................. .523
Safety .............................. .500
Sizes ............................... .501
Snow Tires ........................... .514
Spare Tire ............................ .579
Spinning ............................ .518
Trailer Towing ........................ .554
Tread Wear Indicators ....................519
Tire Safety Information .....................500
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................551
Torque Converter Clutch ....................480
Towing ............................... .546
24-Hour
Towing Assistance ................166
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .604
Guide .............................. .550
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