2015 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY automatic transmission

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L..........627
!ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .628
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............628
!EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS..........................629
!REPLACEMENT PARTS..................631
!DEALER SERVICE......................631
!MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES...........632
▫Engine Oil..........................632
▫Engine Oil Filter......................635
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................635
▫Exhaust System......................636
▫Maintenance-Free Battery...............639
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............640
▫Body Lubrication.....................642
▫Windshield Wiper Blades...............643
▫Cooling System......................644
▫Brake System........................651
▫Automatic Transmission................653
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard
Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“gASCAP” message will display in the odometer or a
“CHECK GASCAP” message will be displayed in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to
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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 manufac-
turer’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
Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica-
tions.
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
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic TransmissionUse 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 CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering ReservoirWe recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+4, MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Change automatic transmissionfluid and filter if using your ve-hicle for any of the following: po-lice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailertowing.
X
Change automatic transmissionfluid and filter.X
Inspect and replace PCV valve ifnecessary.X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
688 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.....................386
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................646
Disposal..............................649
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................326
Appearance Care.........................655
Ashtray................................291
Assistance Towing.........................170
Assist, Hill Start..........................513
Auto Down Power Windows..................47
Automatic Dimming Mirror..................141
Automatic Door Locks......................39
Automatic Headlights......................231
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........457
Automatic Transmission....................484
Adding Fluid..........................654
Fluid and Filter Changes..................654
Fluid Change..........................654
Fluid Level Check.......................654
Fluid Type............................653
Gear Ranges...........................488
Special Additives.......................653
Torque Converter.......................495
Auto Up Power Windows....................48
Battery.................................639
Jump Starting..........................614
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........28
Saving Feature (Protection)................239
Belts, Seat...............................128
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................642
B-Pillar Location..........................523
Brake Assist System.......................508
Brake Control System, Electronic..............504
Brake Fluid.............................681
Brake System............................503
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................503
FluidCheck...........................65110
INDEX 703

Corrosion Protection.......................655
Cupholders.............................287
Customer Assistance.......................693
Data Recorder, Event.......................100
Daytime Running Lights....................233
Dealer Service............................631
Defroster, Windshield......................129
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..................241
Diagnostic System, Onboard.................628
Dimmer Control..........................234
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission..................654
Oil (Engine)...........................632
Power Steering.........................500
Disabled Vehicle Towing....................621
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................649
Door Locks
Door Locks............................36
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Remote...............................36
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................36
Door Opener, Garage.......................268
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water................................497
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy......348
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™)......397
E-85 Fuel...............................556
Economy (Fuel) Mode......................486
Electrical Power Outlets.....................281
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................143
Electronic Brake Control System...............504
Brake Assist System.....................508
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........248
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Filler Location Fuel........................330
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................635
Air Conditioning.......................470
Engine Oil............................635
Engine Oil Disposal.....................635
Flashers
Hazard Warning........................581
Turn Signal...........................131
Flash-To-Pass............................237
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range.........................559
Engine Oil............................558
Fuel Requirements......................556
Maintenance...........................559
Replacement Parts.......................559
Starting..............................559
Flooded Engine Starting....................481
Floor Console............................299
Fluid Capacities..........................678
Fluid Leaks.............................131
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................654
Brake................................651
Cooling System.........................645
Power Steering.........................500
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........679
Fog Lights..............................233
Fog Light Service.........................675
Fold in Floor (Stow(n Go) Seating.............206
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................618
Fuel...................................551
Adding..............................560
Additives.............................554
Clean Air.............................552
Conserving............................348
EconomyMode........................486
Ethanol..............................552
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