2014 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY brake fluid

WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing underhood services, or immediately if
the “Brake System Warning Light” indicates system
failure.Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
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WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
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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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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use Only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Fail-
ure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or
performance of your transmission. We recommend
MOPAR® ATF+4® Fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+4, MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill 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.
• 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
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 663

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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Fluid Capacities......................... .658
Fluid Leaks ............................ .127
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................636
Brake ............................... .633
Cooling System ........................ .627
Power Steering ........................ .484
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........659
Fog Lights ............................. .229
Fog Light Service ........................ .655
Fold in Floor (Stow n Go) Seating.............201
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................601
Fuel .................................. .533
Adding ............................. .542
Additives ............................ .536
Clean Air ............................ .534
Conserving ........................... .344
Economy Mode ....................... .470
Ethanol ............................. .534Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
.....................326
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....................326
Gasoline ............................. .533
Gauge .............................. .326
Light ............................... .330
Materials Added ....................... .536
Methanol ............................ .534
Octane Rating ......................... .533
Requirements ......................... .533
Saver Mode .......................... .344
Tank Capacity ......................... .658
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .538
Fueling ............................... .542
Fuel Optimizer .......................... .344
Fuel Saver ............................. .344
Fuses ................................. .644
Garage

Door Opener (HomeLink®) ............263
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................542
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Lane Change Assist....................... .232
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................66
Latches ............................... .127
Hood ............................... .224
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .533
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .127
Life of Tires ............................ .519
Liftgate .................................58
Light Bulbs ............................. .127
Lights ................................ .127
Airbag ................................89
Alarm .............................. .327
Anti-Lock ............................ .322
Automatic Headlights ....................227
Back-Up ............................. .656
Battery Saver ......................... .234
Brake Assist Warning ....................495
Brake Warning ........................ .327
Bulb Replacement ...................... .652Center Mounted Stop
....................657
Daytime Running ...................... .228
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................229
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .....495
Engine Temperature Warning ...............331
Exterior ............................. .127
Fog ................................ .229
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................563
Headlights On Reminder ..................228
High Beam Indicator .....................319
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............232
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Interior ............................. .229
License ............................. .657
Lights On Reminder .....................228
Low Fuel ............................ .330
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........324
Oil

Pressure .......................... .330
Park ............................... .654
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