2014 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY heating

CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets
draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged
in long enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE
and REVERSE while gently pressing the accelerator. Use
the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will
maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels or racing the engine.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Offmode
before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake
Control System” in “Starting and Operating” for further
information. Once the vehicle has been freed, press the
ESC Off switch again to restore ESC Onmode.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 601

CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be-
tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain
damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no trans-
mission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
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WARNING! (Continued)
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the
following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:
1. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
602 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately. To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•
Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
620 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Door LocksDoor Locks ............................37
KeyFob...............................37
Remote ...............................37
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................37
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .263
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .482
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy ......344
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) ......390
E-85 Fuel .............................. .538
Economy (Fuel) Mode ..................... .470
Electrical Power Outlets .....................276
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................139
Electronic Brake Control System ...............490
Brake Assist System .....................491
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........243Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
..............492
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......333
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................563
Jacking .............................. .577
Jump Starting ......................... .597
Overheating .......................... .563
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........611
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .617
Block Heater ......................... .467
Break-In Recommendations ................122
Checking Oil Level ..................... .615
Compartment ......................... .609
Compartment Identification ................609
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................627
Cooling ............................. .626
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................123
Fails to Start .......................... .465
684 INDEX

Flooded, Starting...................... .465
Fuel Requirements ..................... .533
Oil................................. .615
Oil Selection .......................... .615
Oil Synthetic ......................... .617
Overheating .......................... .563
Starting ............................. .461
Temperature Gauge ..................... .329
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .616
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................616
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............92
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .534
Event Data Recorder ........................95
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................61
Exhaust System .......................... .123
Exterior Lights .......................... .127
Fabric Care ............................. .640Filler Location Fuel
....................... .326
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .617
Air Conditioning ...................... .456
Engine Oil ........................... .617
Engine Oil Disposal .....................617
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .563
Turn Signal .......................... .127
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .233
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .541
Engine Oil ........................... .540
Fuel Requirements ..................... .538
Maintenance .......................... .541
Replacement Parts ...................... .541
Starting ............................. .541
Flooded Engine Starting ....................465
Floor Console ........................... .293
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INDEX 685

Outside Rearview Mirrors...................136
Overhead Console ........................ .259
Overhead Travel Information Center ............259
Overheating, Engine ...................... .329
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .637
Panic Alarm ..............................26
Parking Brake ........................... .485
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................248
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .241
Personal Settings ......................... .350
Pets, Transporting .........................119
Phone, Cellular .......................... .152
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) ...............152
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........506
Power Door Locks ............................39
Lift Gate ..............................59 Mirrors
............................. .139
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........276
Seats ............................... .189
Sliding Door ...........................51
Steering ............................. .484
Sunroof ............................. .272
Windows ..............................46
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .660
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................80
Preparation for Jacking .....................585
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................75
Programmable Electronic Features .............350
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .513
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........630
Radio Operation ......................... .437
Radio Remote Controls .....................435
Rear Air Conditioning ..................... .443
692 INDEX