transmission oil CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY 2007 4.G Owners Manual

WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual. Follow
the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure
Cap paragraph.
17. Washer Fluid Light
This light turns on when the washer fluid level
falls below approximately 1/4 filled. The light will
remain on until fluid is added.
18. Transmission Range Indicator
This display indicator shows the automatic transaxle gear
selection.NOTE:You must apply the brakes before shifting from
Park.
19. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light
should turn on momentarily when the engine is
started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
chime will sound for 4 minutes when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
20. High Beam Light
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever towards the
steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low
beam.
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent
Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Refer to your oil filler cap for cor-
rect SAE grade, meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Oil Filter 3.3/3.8 liter engines Mopar 5281090 or equiv.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com-
partment.
Fuel Selection 87 Octane
Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Automatic Transmission MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Brake Master Cylinder MoparDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid
is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MoparPower Steering Fluid +4 or MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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Miles 57, 000 60, 000 63, 000 66, 000 69, 000 72, 000
(Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX X
Rotate TiresXX X
Inspect the brake linings.XX
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary.X XXX X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if neces-
sary.X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter
and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and
filter.X
Replace the air conditioning filter.XX
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Miles 108, 000 111, 000 114, 000 117, 000 120, 000
(Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX
Rotate TiresXXX
Inspect the brake linings.XX
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary.XXXX
Replace theengine air cleaner filter. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace as neces-
sary.X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter
and 3.8 liter engines, replace if necessary. ‡X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and
filter.X
Replace the air conditioning filter.X
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Compass Variance....................... 168
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 170
Console, Overhead....................... 166
Console, Removable...................191,193
Contract, Service........................ 480
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 432
Cooling System......................... 429
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 431
Coolant Capacity...................... 457
Coolant Level......................430,433
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 432
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 430
Inspection........................... 433
Points to Remember.................... 433
Pressure Cap......................... 432
Radiator Cap......................... 432
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......430,457,458
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 163
CruiseLight ........................... 218CupHolder .........................185,446
Customer Assistance..................... 478
Data Recorder, Event...................... 71
Daytime Running Lights................... 153
Dealer Service.......................... 414
Defroster, Rear Window................... 301
Defroster, Windshield................ 88,281,292
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 411
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player............. 257
Dimmer Control........................ 151
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 439
Oil (Engine).......................... 414
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 404
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 432
Engine Oil........................... 418
Domelight............................. 151
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Oil Synthetic......................... 417
Overheating.......................... 381
Temperature Gauge..................... 215
Event Data Recorder...................... 71
Exhaust Gas Caution.............. 42,87,352,429
Exhaust System......................... 428
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 55
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 96
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 419
Air Conditioning....................298,424
Automatic Transaxle.................... 440
Engine Oil........................418,458
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 418
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 380
Turn Signal..................... 211,454,455
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 391Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 358
Engine Oil........................... 357
Fuel Requirements..................... 356
Maintenance.......................... 358
Replacement Parts..................... 358
Starting............................. 357
Flooded Engine Starting................... 309
Fluid Capacities......................... 457
Fluid Leaks............................. 88
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 439
Brake............................... 437
Power Steering........................ 424
Fluids ................................ 458
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 458
Fog Light Service........................ 455
Fog Lights..........................154,455
Fold in Floor (Stown Go) Seating........... 125
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