radiator cap CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY 2016 5.G Owners Manual

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 temperature gauge reads “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 the
“H”, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
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WARNING!(Continued)
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 — IF EQUIPPED
Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (6 mm) in the tire tread
can be sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g.,
screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. 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).
590 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not
radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few
seconds to flush out any residual water.
The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid
when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a
few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or
freezing the fluid on the cold windshield. MOPAR All
Weather Windshield Washer Solution or equivalent, used with water as directed on the container, aids cleaning
action, reduces the freezing point to avoid line clogging,
and is not harmful to paint or trim.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•
When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at anytime the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your 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 is hot.
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Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the
system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) only by an
authorized dealer. Check the front of the A/C condenser
for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by
gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically
down the face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery
bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE
CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
NOTE:
Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead
to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer.
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains
visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and
flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to
MS.90032).
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) as soon as
possible.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery tank.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is
overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool
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WARNING! (Continued)
an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to
build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding
or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the
system is hot or under pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
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puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap
unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze
point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant
of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
a month.When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets
the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032
should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.Points To Remember
NOTE:
When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
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Anti-Lock (ABS)........................511
Fluid Check .......................... .656
Parking ............................. .508
Warning Light ........................ .331
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................494
Bulb Replacement ........................ .676
Bulbs, Light ......................... .128, 674
Calibration, Compass ..................... .366
Camera, Rear ........................... .260
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .681
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .567
Power Steering ........................ .508
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................653
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............125, 563
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ....................... .304
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................295 Car Washes
............................ .660
Cellular Phone .......................... .459
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............680
Certification Label ........................ .569
Chains, Tire ............................ .548
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .603
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .525
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .635
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............124
Checks, Safety .......................... .124
Child Restraint ............................99
Child Restraints Booster Seats ......................... .104
Center Seat LATCH ......................113
Child Restraints .........................99
Child Seat Installation .................116,118
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .......114
Infants And Child Restraints ...............102
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....113
706 INDEX

Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt.................................115
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ......107
Older Children And Child Restraints .........103
Seating Positions ....................... .106
Using The Top Tether Anchorage ............121
Child Safety Locks .........................55
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .560
Climate Control ......................... .459
Clock .......................... .377, 386, 401
Coat Hook ............................. .295
Coin Holder ............................ .296
Cold Weather Operation ....................489
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............458
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .543
Compass .............................. .366
Compass Calibration ...................... .366
Compass Variance ........................ .367
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .363Connector
UCI................................ .402
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........402
Conserving Fuel ......................... .362
Console ............................... .296
Console, Floor .......................... .296
Console, Overhead ....................... .262
Console, Removable ...................... .301
Contract, Service ......................... .697
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........653
Cooling System .......................... .649
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............651
Coolant Capacity ...................... .681
Coolant Level ..................... .650, 654
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................653
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................650
Inspection ........................... .654
Points To Remember .....................654
Pr
essure Cap ......................... .653
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INDEX 707

Radiator Cap......................... .653
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......651, 681, 682
Corrosion Protection ...................... .659
Cruise Light ............................ .354
Cupholders ......................... .285, 665
Customer Assistance ...................... .695
Data Recorder, Event .......................98
Daytime Running Lights ....................232
Dealer Service ........................... .637
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .127
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................239
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................634
Dimmer Control ......................... .232
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................658
Oil (Engine) .......................... .638
Power Steering ........................ .508
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................628 Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................653
Door Ajar .............................. .341
Door Ajar Light ......................... .341
Door Locks Door Locks ............................35
KeyFob...............................35
Remote ...............................35
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................35
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .267
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .505
Driving To Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .....362
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System). .409, 416, 417
E-85 Fuel .............................. .564
Economy (Fuel) Mode ..................... .494
Electrical Power Outlets .....................279
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Radial Ply Tires......................... .539
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........653
Radio Operation ......................... .459
Radio Remote Controls .....................457
Rear Air Conditioning ...................465, 474
Rear Camera ........................... .260
Rear Cross Path ......................... .150
Rear Heater ............................ .465
Rear ParkSense System .....................251
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .138
Rear Window Features .....................303
Reclining Front Seats ...................... .199
Recorder, Event Data .......................98
Recreational Towing ...................... .585
Reformulated Gasoline .....................560
Refrigerant ............................. .646
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................64
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................21
Arm The Alarm .........................18 Disarm The Alarm
.......................18
FCC General Information ..................30
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........17
Programming Additional Transmitters .........17
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........457
Remote Starting System ......................30
Removable Floor Console ...................301
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .674
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .637
Replacement Tires ........................ .546
Reporting Safety Defects ....................699
Restraint, Head .......................... .200
Restraints, Child ...........................99
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................626
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ...................304
Rotation, Tires .......................... .549
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .................126
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INDEX 717