oil temperature CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY 2008 5.G Owners Manual

For additional information on Tire Pressures, refer to
Section 5 Ð Starting and Operating, ªTire Inflation
Pressuresº of this manual.
6. 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 four 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.
7. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. If the engine is critically hot, a continuouschime will sound for four minutes. After the chime turns
off, the engine will still be critically hot until the light
turns off.
8. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
9. Turn Signal Indicators
The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.
If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has
traveled about one mile with the turn signals on, a
continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the
signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check
for a defective outside light bulb.
10. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light
The malfunction lamp for the ESP is combined
with BAS. The yellow ªESP/BAS Warning
Lampº comes on when the ignition switch is
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CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads
ªHª, 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 ªHº, and you hear continuous chimes,
turn the engine off immediately, and call your autho-
rized dealership for service.
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 an authorized dealer-
ship for service if your vehicle overheats. If you
decide to look under the hood yourself, see Section 7
of this manual. Follow the warnings under the Cool-
ing System Pressure Cap paragraph.
22. Trip/Odometer Display Reset Button Ð Base
Cluster
To reset a trip odometer, display the trip odometer to be
reset then push and hold the button until the display
resets (approximately two seconds). The odometer must
be in TRIP mode to reset it.
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Press the STEP button to scroll through sub
menus (i.e. Trip Functions, Avg. Fuel Economy,
DTE, Elapsed Time, and Units.
Steering Wheel EVIC Compass/Temp
Control Button as it appears on the
right side of the steering column
Press and release the C/T button to for instant
access to the Compass/Temperature Screens.
Press this button to RESET Trip Functions and
Change Personal Settings.EVIC Displays
When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays
the following messages:
²Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in
motion)
²Liftgate Ajar (chime will sound when vehicle starts
moving)
²Hood Ajar (If equipped with hood switch)
²Check TPM System. Refer to ªTire Pressure Monitor-
ing Systemº in Section 5 of this manual.
²Turn Signal On
²RKE Battery Low
²LOW WASHER FLUID
²Oil Change Required
²Left Front Turn Signal Light Out
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

For best results, a refueling pattern that alternates be-
tween E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided.
When you do switch fuels, it is recommended that:
²you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less
than one-quarter full
²you do not add less than 5 gal (19 L) when refueling
²you operate the vehicle immediately after refueling for
a period of at least five minutes
Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard
starting and/or significant deterioration in driveability
during warm up.
NOTE:When the ambient temperature is above 90ÉF
(32ÉC), you may experience hard starting and rough idle
following start-up even if the above recommendations
are followed.
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(FFV) E-85 and Gasoline Vehicles
FFV vehicles operated on E85 require specially formu-
lated engine oils. These special requirements are included
in Mopartengine oils, and in equivalent oils meeting
DaimlerChrysler Specification MS-6395. The manufac-
turer only recommends engine oils that are API Certified
and meet the requirements of Material Standard MS-
6395. MS-6395 contains additional requirements, devel-
oped during extensive fleet testing, to provide additional
protection to DaimlerChrysler Corporation engines. Use
Mopartor an equivalent oil meeting the specification
MS-6395.
Starting
The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use
when ambient temperatures fall below 0ÉF (-18ÉC). In the
range of 0ÉF (-18ÉC) to 32ÉF (0ÉC), you may experience an
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the fan 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 temperature gauge reads ªHº, 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
ªHº, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
service.
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, Maintenance, of this
manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling
System Pressure Cap paragraph.
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American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) Ð 3.3L & 3.8L
Gasoline Engines
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for
your vehicle.For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to
the Engine Compartment illustration in this section.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) Ð 4.0 Liter
Engines
SAE 10W-30engine oil is preferred for all operating
temperatures. The engine oil filler cap also shows the
recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle.
Lubricants which DO NOT have both, the engine oil
certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
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BRAKES
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in the Mainte-
nance Schedules.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn't have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake And Power Steering Hoses
When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance,
inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of
heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber,cracking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling
indicate deterioration of the rubber. Particular attention
should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest
to high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold.
Ensure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-
plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are
present.
NOTE:Often, fluid such as oil, power steering fluid,
and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera-
tions to facilitate the assembly of hoses to couplings.
Therefore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not
necessarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of
hot fluid when systems are under pressure (during
vehicle operation), should be noted before hose is re-
placed based on leakage.
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Emission Control System Maintenance......436,490
Engine........................92,432,433,434
Air Cleaner.......................... 443
Block Heater......................... 329
Break-In Recommendations................ 92
Checking Oil Level..................... 439
Compartment......................433,434
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 487
Cooling............................. 454
Exhaust Gas Caution..................51,383
Flooded, Starting...................... 328
Fuel Requirements..................379,486
Oil ...........................439,486,487
Oil Change Interval.................... 440
Oil Disposal.......................... 442
Oil Filler Cap......................432,441
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 442
Oil Selection.......................440,486
Oil Synthetic......................... 442Operation............................ 92
Overheating.......................... 410
Starting............................. 326
Temperature Gauge..................... 233
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 74
Event Data Recorder...................... 77
Exhaust Gas Caution..............51,94,383,446
Exhaust System......................... 446
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 65
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 102
Fabric Care.........................468,469
Filler Location Fuel...................... 239
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 443
Air Conditioning....................321,449
Engine Oil........................442,487
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 442
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Storing Your Vehicle...................... 479
Stow8n Go (Fold in Floor) Seats............. 137
Sun Roof.............................. 189
Sunglasses Storage....................... 181
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 192
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 66
Swivel8n Go Seats....................... 146
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 442
System, Navigation...................... 285
System, Remote Starting.................... 27
Tachometer............................ 232
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 311
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant........233,411
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 85
Tilt Steering Column..................... 169
Tip Start............................... 14
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 355
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 354Tire Markings.......................... 351
Tire Safety Information.................... 351
Tires ............................94,359,505
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 366
Air Pressure.......................... 359
Alignment........................... 367
Chains.............................. 368
Changing............................ 412
Compact Spare........................ 362
Flat Changing........................ 421
General Information.................... 359
High Speed.......................... 362
Inflation Pressures..................... 360
Jacking...........................412,415
Life of Tires.......................... 366
Load Capacity.....................355,356
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 370
Quality Grading....................... 505
Radial.............................. 362
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