2015 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY engine overheat

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLERGROUP LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT...............6INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...........8
GETTING STARTED
KEY FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10REMOTE START...............12KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™..........12VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM........16SEAT BELT SYSTEMS.............17SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS.........18CHILD RESTRAINTS.............21HEAD RESTRAINTS.............25FRONT SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27REAR SEATS..................29HEATED SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34HEATED STEERING WHEEL........35TILT/TELESCOPING STEERINGCOLUMN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35ADJUSTABLE PEDALS............36
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-INRECOMMENDATIONS............37TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGHBEAM LEVER.................38HEADLIGHT SWITCH AND HALOLIGHT SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL......41ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECTION (ERS) . . 43FUEL ECONOMY (ECON) MODE.....44MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS......45THREE ZONE MANUAL CLIMATECONTROLS..................46THREE ZONE AUTOMATICTEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)....48PA R K S E N S E ® R E A R PA R K A S S I S T.....51PA R K V I E W ® R E A R B AC K- U P C A M E R A . . 5 1BLIND SPOT MONITORING WITHREAR CROSS PATH . .............51POWER SLIDING SIDE DOORS .......52POWER LIFTGATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52POWER SUNROOF.............53WIND BUFFETING..............55
ELECTRONICS
YO U R V E H I C L E ' S S O U N D SYS T E M....56Uconnect® 130..................58Uconnect® 130 WITH SiriusXM SATELLITERADIO.....................60Uconnect® 430/430N..............63
SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO/TRAVELLINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS..78SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK . . . . . 78iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL.........79Uconnect® Phone ................80Uconnect® VOICE COMMAND . . . . . . . 82Bluetooth® STREAMING AUDIO . . . . . . 85VIDEO ENTERTAINMENTSYSTEM (VES™)................85ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATIONCENTER (EVIC) ................87PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES.......88UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER(HomeLink®)..................89POWER INVERTER..............92POWER OUTLETS..............93
UTILITY
IN-FLOOR STORAGE — STOW'N GO® . . 95ROOF LUGGAGE RACK..........95TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS(MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHTRATINGS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96RECREATIONAL TOWING(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)......97
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE..........98INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGLIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATORLIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . 104TIRE SERVICE KIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING . . . . . 110JUMP-STARTING..............122SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE..........124TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE.....124FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE . ......125EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).....126
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD...........127ENGINE COMPARTMENT.........128FLUID CAPACITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS ANDGENUINE PARTS . .............130MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES . . . . . . 132MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . .....132MAINTENANCE RECORD.........136FUSES.....................137TIRE PRESSURES...............141SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED.......142ADDING FUEL................143WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE . . . . . 144REPLACEMENT BULBS...........145
TA B L E O F CO N T E N TS

If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see
an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing when the engine is running, immediate
service is required and you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or
engine stall and your vehicle may require towing.
-TirePressureMonitoringSystem(TPMS)Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to
the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire
inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s
handling and stopping ability.
IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST
THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE
VEHICLE PLACARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE
DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES
BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to
trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Yo u r v e h i c l e h a s a l s o b e e n e q u i p p e d w i t h a T P M S m a l f u n c t i o n i n d i c a t o r t o i n d i c a t e w h e n t h e
system 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 upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups 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.
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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.
-EngineTemperatureWarningLight
•Thislightwarnsofanoverheatedenginecondition.
•Ifthelightturnsonorflashescontinuouslywhiledriving,safelypulloverandstopthevehicle.
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.
•Werecommendthatyoudonotoperatethevehicleorenginedamagewilloccur.Havethe
vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
Ahotenginecoolingsystemisdangerous.Youorotherscouldbebadlyburnedbysteamor
boiling coolant.
-SeatBeltReminderLight
When the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position, this light will turn on for four to
eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, a
chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver or front passenger seat belt
remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Indicator Light will flash or remain on continuously. Refer to
“Seat Belt Systems” in “Things To Know Before Starting” in the OM on your DVD for further
information.
-BrakeWarningLight
This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake appli-
cation. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake
fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
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IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the
appropriate action:
•Onthehighways—slowdown.
• In city traffic — while stopped, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine
idle speed.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:
•Ifyourairconditioner(A/C)ison,turnitoff.TheA/Csystemaddsheattotheenginecooling
system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat, the mode control to floor and the
blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and
aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off
until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on HOT (H), and
you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call for service.
WARNING!
Yo u o r o t h e r s c a n b e b a d l y b u r n e d b y h o t e n g i n e c o o l a n t ( a n t i f r e e z e ) o r s t e a m f r o m y o u r
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the
radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the
radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
TIRE SERVICE KIT
Yo u r v e h i c l e m a y b e e q u i p p e d w i t h a T i r e S e r v i c e K i t .
Small punctures up to 1/4” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with the Tire Service Kit. Foreign
objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. The Tire Service Kit can be
used in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C).
This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles
(160 km) with a maximum speed of 55 mph (90 km/h).
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FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion.
Tu r n y o u r s t e e r i n g w h e e l r i g h t a n d l e f t t o c l e a r t h e a r e a a r o u n d t h e f r o n t w h e e l s . T h e n s h i f t b a c k
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.
NOTE:
Press the "ESC Off" switch, to place the Electronic Stability Control (ESC ) system in "Partial
Off" mode before rocking the vehicle. Once the vehicle has been freed, press the "ESC Off"
switch again to restore "ESC On" mode.
CAUTION!
•When“rocking”astuckvehiclebyshiftingbetweenREVERSEandDRIVE,donotspin
the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
•Revvingtheengineorspinningthewheelstoofastmayleadtotransmissionoverheating
and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h)
while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause
tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle's
wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not let anyone near a spinning
wheel, no matter what the speed.
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Cooling System..............132Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).....132Coolant Capacity...........130Coolant Level.............132Disposal of Used Coolant.......132Drain, Flush, and Refill........132Inspection...............132Points to Remember.........132Pressure Cap.............132Selection of Coolant(Antifreeze)...........130, 132Corrosion Protection...........132Cruise Control (Speed Control)......41Cruise Light................41Customer Assistance...........146
Defects, Reporting............147Dimmer Control..............40Dimmer Switch, Headlight.........40Disabled Vehicle Towing..........98Disarming, Security System........16DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant).....132Driver Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Economy (Fuel) Mode...........44ElectronicsYo u r Ve h i c l e ' s S o u n d S y s t e m. . . .56, 57Electronic Speed Control(Cruise Control)............41Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . .101Electronic Stability Control (ESC)OFF Indicator.............102Electronic Throttle Control WarningLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..87, 88Emergency, In Case ofFreeing Vehicle When Stuck.....125Jacking..............110, 116Overheating.............104To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 8Emergency Key...............11Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..129Air Cleaner..............132Break-In Recommendations......37Checking Oil Level..........132
Compartment.............128Coolant (Antifreeze).........130Cooling................132Fuel Requirements..........130Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..130, 132Oil Filler Cap.............132Oil Selection...........130, 132Overheating.............104Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . ..126Exhaust System..............132Exterior Lights..............145
FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..149FiltersAir Cleaner..............132Engine Oil............130, 132Engine Oil Disposal..........132FlashersTurn Signal..............102Flash-To-Pass...............39Fluid Capacities..............130Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . .130Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . ..40, 102Fold in Floor (Stow `n Go) Seating....29Freeing A Stuck Vehicle..........125Frequently Asked Questions.......149Front Heated Seats............34FuelEconomy Mode . . . . . . . . . . . .44Octane Rating............130Requirements.............130Ta n k C a p a c i t y............130Fuses...................138
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)....89General Maintenance...........132Glass Cleaning..............132GPS Navigation (Uconnect® gps).....72
HeadlightsAutomatic...............40Cleaning...............132Dimmer Switch............40High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Head Restraints..............25Heated Mirrors...........45, 46, 49Heated Steering Wheel..........35
INDEX
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High Beam Indicator...........102
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch.................39
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)....89
Hood Release...............127
Instrument Panel Cover..........132
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning......132Integrated Power Module (Fuses).....138Interior and Instrument Lights........7Interior Appearance Care.........132Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)....38Introduction.................3Inverter Outlet (115V )...........92Inverter, Power...............92iPod®/USB/MP3 Control..........79Bluetooth® Streaming Audio......85
Jack Location...............110Jack Operation..............110Jump Starting...............122
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Lock The Doors............10Unlock The Doors...........10Key Fob Programmable Features.....88Keyless Enter-N-GoLock/Unlock..............13Keyless Enter-N-Go™Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Keyless Enter-N-Go™..........12Passive Entry..............12Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Lane Change Assist............38Liftgate, Power...............10LightsBulb Replacement..........145Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102High Beam Indicator.........102Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . ..100Security Alarm............102Service................145Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .99Turn Signal..............38LocksLiftgate, Tailgate............10
Lubrication, Body.............132
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)........95
Maintenance Free Battery.........132
Maintenance, General...........132
Maintenance Procedures.........132
Maintenance Record...........136
Maintenance Schedule..........132Malfunction Indicator Light(Check Engine)............101Master Cylinder (Brakes).........132Media Center Radio............63Memory Seat...............28MirrorsHeated.............45, 46, 49MOPAR® Accessories..........148
Navigation.................70Navigation System (Uconnect® gps)....70Navigation Voice Prompt Volume.....70New Vehicle Break-In Period........37
Occupant Restraints............20Oil Change Indicator...........102Oil, Engine..............130, 132Capacity...............130Change Interval............132Checking...............132Disposal...............132Filter...............130, 132Filter Disposal............132Materials Added to..........132Recommendation........130, 132Viscosity.............130, 132Oil Filter, Selection............132Oil Pressure Light.............98OutletPower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93Overheating, Engine...........104
Paint Care.................132Panic Alarm................10ParkSense® System, Rear..........51Phone (Uconnect®)............80Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . .141PowerGlass Sunroof.............53Inverter................92
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