roof rack CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY 2008 5.G Owners Manual

mElectrical Power Outlets Ð If Equipped.......193
NPower Inverter Ð If Equipped............194
NElectrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......196
mSun ScreensÐ If Equipped................196
mCup Holders And Convenience Tray Drawer . . . 198
NInstrument Panel Cup Holders............198
NInterior Bottle Holders..................199
NSmokers Package Kit Ð If Equipped........199
mConsole Features.......................200
NBasic Console........................200
NPremium Console ± If Equipped...........201
mStorage..............................206
NGlove Compartments..................206NDoor Trim Panel Storage................207
NDriver Seatback Storage Ð If Equipped......208
NSecond Row Floor Storage Bins Ð
If Equipped.........................209
NRemoving The Floor Console With Stow 'n Go
Seating Ð If Equipped.................210
NRear Compartment Storage..............212
NCoat Hooks.........................212
NCargo Area Storage....................212
mRoof Luggage Rack Ð If Equipped..........213
mUmbrella Holder.......................216
mLoad-Leveling System Ð If Equipped........216
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99
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The liftgate sill plate has a raised line with the statement
ªLoad To This Lineº. This line indicates how far rearward
cargo can be placed without interfering with liftgate
closing.ROOF LUGGAGE RACK Ð IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be
uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not
exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
To move the crossbars, loosen the thumb screws located
at the upper edge of each crossbar approximately six
turns, then move the crossbar to the desired position,
keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once the
crossbar is in place, retighten the thumb screws to lock
the crossbar into position.
Rear Cargo Area Loading Limit
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213
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Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has
properly locked into position.
NOTE:To help control wind noise when installing the
crossbars make sure the arrows marked on the underside
of the crossbars are facing the front of the vehicle. When
the crossbars are not in use, the front crossbar should be
fastened just forward of the middle support and the rear
crossbar should be fastened at the rearmost position of
the side rails. This will help reduce the amount of wind
noise when the crossbars are not in use.
The tie down holes on the crossbar ends should always
be used to tie down the load. Check the straps frequently
to be sure that the load remains securely attached.CAUTION!
²Crossbars should remain equally spaced or paral-
lel at any luggage rack position for proper func-
tion. Noncompliance could result in damage to the
luggage rack, cargo and/or vehicle.
²To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not
exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150
lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly
as possible and secure the load appropriately.
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!
²Long loads which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with
large frontal area should be secured to both the
front and rear of the vehicle.
²Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care-
fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the
roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or
nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward lift to
a load. This is especially true on large flat loads
and may result in damage to the cargo or your
vehicle.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof
Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215
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Next, turn the knob surrounding the joystick in the center
of the radio to scroll to Subscription, and then press and
release the joystick. All of the ESNs that apply to your
vehicle will display.
Selecting Satellite Mode
Press the SAT button until9SAT9appears in the display. A
CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio
mode.
Satellite Antenna
To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the
roof around the rooftop antenna location or strap items to
the trunk lid around the trunk lid antenna (if equipped).
Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the
antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger lug-
gage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward
as possible, within the loading design of the rack. Do not
place items directly on or above the antenna.
Reception Quality
Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the
following reasons:
²The vehicle is parked in an underground parking
structure or under a physical obstacle.
²Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the
form of short audio mutes.
²Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can
cause intermittent reception.
²Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can
cause signal blockage.
Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode
NOTE:The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC
position to operate the radio.
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Interior..........................159,160
License............................. 485
Lights On Reminder.................... 164
Low Fuel............................ 226
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 233
Oil Pressure.......................... 229
Park.............................161,482
Passing............................. 168
Reading............................. 181
Rear Servicing........................ 484
Rear Tail............................ 484
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 232
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 231
Service...........................480,481
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 233
Side Marker.......................... 484
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 231
Turn Signal.....................165,482,484
Voltage............................. 226Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 226
Load Leveling System.................... 216
Loading Vehicle...................212,390,392
Capacities........................... 392
Tires ............................... 355
Locks
Door................................ 31
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 85
Lubrication, Body....................... 452
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 213
Lumbar Support........................ 137
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 446
Maintenance Procedures................... 439
Maintenance Schedule.................... 490
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 192
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine).......................233,436
518 INDEX

Power Steering Fluid..................... 488
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 65
Preparation for Jacking.................... 414
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 63
Programmable Electronic Features............ 249
Radial Ply Tires......................... 362
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......455,456
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 252
Radio, Navigation....................... 285
Radio Operation...................282,286,300
Radio Remote Controls.................... 300
Radio, Satellite..............282,285,286,288,298
Radio (Sound Systems).................282,285
Rear Air Conditioning.................308,316
Rear Heater............................ 308
Rear Park Sense System................... 170
Rear Window Defroster................... 321Rearview Mirrors........................ 100
Reclining Front Seats..................... 135
Recorder, Event Data...................... 77
Recreational Towing...................407,428
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 64
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 300
Remote Starting System.................... 27
Removable Floor Console...............205,210
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 438
Replacement Tires....................... 366
Reporting Safety Defects................... 503
Resetting Oil Change Indicator......236,237,238,245
Restraint, Head......................... 133
Restraints, Child.......................80,88
Restraints, Infant......................... 81
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 426
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack)................. 213
INDEX 521
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