checking oil CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY 2010 5.G Owners Manual

If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make
sure that all windows are closed and the climate control
BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the
recirculation mode.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
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CAUTION!
•Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per-
form repairs and service when necessary could
result in more costly repairs, damage to other
components or negatively impact vehicle perfor-
mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions
examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC
dealership or qualified repair center.
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transmission, power steering or air condi-
tioning. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction, use only the
specified fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut OFF or before starting the
engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at
the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441

NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s
oil if it has been six months since your last oil change,
even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut OFF. Checking the oil
level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve
the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only
when the level is at or below the ADD, SAFE or MIN
mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 491

Caps, FillerFuel ............................... 387
Oil (Engine) .......................... 443
Power Steering ........................ 342
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 456
Car Washes ............................ 465
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............101,383
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ....................... 222
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 214
Caution, Exhaust Gas ................... 51,383
Cellular Phone ....................... 125,302
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 484
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 413
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 353
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............240,438
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............ 101
Checks, Safety .......................... 101 Child Restraint
........................ 87,89
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 93
Child Safety Locks ........................ 46
Child Seat .............................. 92
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 379
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 466
Climate Control ......................... 303
Clock ........................ 263,265,268,278
Coat Hook ............................ 214
Coin Holder ........................... 215
Cold Weather Operation ................... 328
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 302
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 364
Compass ........................ 247,250,256
Compass Calibration .................. 250,256
Compass Variance .................... 249,257
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 254
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Engine Oil........................... 444
Domelight ............................. 160
Door Locks ............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 33
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 192
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 338
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water .............................. 339
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 298
E-85 Fuel ............................. 383
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 114
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 201
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 347
Brake Assist System .................... 349
Electronic Stability Program ............... 350
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 174
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 350Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)
............................. 186,250
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 412
Jacking ........................... 413,416
Jump Starting ......................... 426
Overheating .......................... 412
Emission Control System Maintenance ......438,490
Engine ............................ 435,436
Air Cleaner .......................... 444
Block Heater ......................... 329
Break-In Recommendations ............... 100
Checking Oil Level ..................... 441
Compartment ...................... 435,436
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 486
Cooling ............................. 453
Exhaust Gas Caution ...............51,101,383
Flooded, Starting ...................... 328
Fuel Requirements .................. 378,485
Oil ........................... 441,485,486
522 INDEX

New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 100
Occupant Restraints ................... 52,75,79
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ...........71,72,75,78
Odometer ............................. 245
Oil Change Indicator ................ 244,246,254
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...........244,246,254
Oil, Engine ......................... 441,486
Capacity ............................ 485
Change Interval ....................... 442
Checking ............................ 441
Disposal ............................ 444
Filter ............................ 444,486
Filter Disposal ........................ 444
Identification Logo ..................... 442
Materials Added to ..................... 443
Recommendation ................... 442,485
Synthetic ............................ 443
Viscosity ......................... 443,485Onboard Diagnostic System
..............437,438
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 192
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ............... 112,113
Overhead Console ....................... 189
Overhead Travel Information Center .......... 189
Overheating, Engine ................... 242,412
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,513
Panic Alarm ............................ 23
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 177
Parking Brake .......................... 343
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 172
Personal Settings ........................ 258
Pets, Transporting ........................ 97
Phone, Cellular ......................... 125
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ............. 125
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 357
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