cruise control CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY 2009 5.G Owners Manual

•Transmission gear selection
•Cruise control status
•Traction/stability control status
•Tire Pressure Monitoring System status (if equipped)
Integrated Child Booster Seat — If Equipped
The Integrated Child Booster Seat (if equipped) is located
in each second-row passenger seat. The booster seat is
designed for children weighing between 48 and 85 lbs (22
and 39 kg) and between 47 in (119 cm) and 57 in (145 cm)
tall.
The booster seat is designed to raise the child high
enough to use the vehicle lap and shoulder belt. The
booster seat latch release handle is located at the front of
the seat cushion.To position a child into the Integrated Child Booster Seat
follow these steps:
1. Pull the release handle forward to release the latch and
seat cushion. Then, lift seat cushion up and push back to
lock it in the booster seat position.
Booster Seat Release Handle
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

•The pedals can be adjusted while driving.
•The pedalscannotbe adjusted when the vehicle is in
REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control Sys-
tem is on. The following messages will be displayed
on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle In-
formation System (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to
be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjust-
able Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or
“Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals
or impede its ability to move, as it may cause damage
to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim-
ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the
adjustable pedal’s path.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
When engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over the
accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph
(40 km/h).
Electronic Speed Control Lever
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193

NOTE:In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec-
tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut
down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated
simultaneously. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Con-
trol System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic
Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired
vehicle set speed.
To Activate
Push the ON/OFF button (located in the end of the lever)
once, and the cruise indicator light (located in the mes-
sage window of the odometer) will illuminate, showing
that the Electronic Speed Control system is on. To turn
the Electronic Speed Control system off, push the ON/
OFF button a second time, and both the Electronic Speed
Control system and indicator will turn off.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidently
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the Electronic Speed Control system off when
you are not using it.
To Set At A Desired Speed
When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press
the SET lever downward and then release. Lift your foot
off the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the
selected speed.
Deactivating Electronic Speed Control
A soft tap on the brake pedal or pulling the Electronic
Speed Control lever (CANCEL) toward you will deacti-
vate the Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Compass Calibration.................. 260,267
Compass Variance .................... 259,267
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 265
Connector UCI ................................ 296
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 296
Console .............................. 228
Console, Floor .......................... 228
Console, Overhead ....................... 204
Console, Removable ...................... 232
Contract, Service ........................ 513
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 460
Cooling System ......................... 457
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 459
Coolant Capacity ...................... 488
Coolant Level ...................... 457,461
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 460
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 458
Inspection ........................... 461 Points to Remember
.................... 461
Pressure Cap ......................... 460
Radiator Cap ......................... 460
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......458,488,489
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 193
Cupholders ......................... 220,473
Customer Assistance ..................... 511
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 74
Daytime Running Lights ................... 183
Dealer Service .......................... 444
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 233
Defroster, Windshield .............96,313,314,323
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 441
Dimmer Control ........................ 180
Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle .................... 466
Automatic Transmission ................. 466
Oil (Engine) .......................... 445
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INDEX 523

Power Steering........................ 348
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 433
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 460
Engine Oil ........................... 448
Domelight ............................. 180
Door Locks ............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 33
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 207
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 344
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water .............................. 345
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 307
E-85 Fuel ............................. 389
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 104
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 216
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 353Brake Assist System
.................... 354
Electronic Stability Program ............... 355
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 193
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 355
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ............................. 201,261
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 416
Jacking ........................... 418,420
Jump Starting ......................... 430
Overheating .......................... 416
Emission Control System Maintenance ......442,492
Engine ............................ 439,440
Air Cleaner .......................... 448
Block Heater ......................... 336
Break-In Recommendations ................ 93
Checking Oil Level ..................... 445
Compartment ...................... 439,440
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 489
524 INDEX

Rear Seat............................. 55
Seats ................................. 149
Adjustment .......................... 150
Easy Entry ........................... 159
Fold in Floor (Stow nGo) ............... 155
Heated ............................. 152
Lumbar Support ....................... 155
Memory ............................ 172
Power .............................. 151
Reclining ............................ 154
Stow n Go (Fold in Floor) ............... 155
Tilting .............................. 159
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 17
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........458,489
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Sentry Key Programming ................... 16
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 16
Service Assistance ....................... 511
Service Contract ......................... 513 Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction
Indicator)
............................. 252
Service Manuals ........................ 515
Setting the Clock .................. 273,277,286
Settings, Personal ........................ 268
Shoulder Belts ........................... 55
Signals, Turn ................. 96,184,248,484,486
Sirius Backseat TV™ (uconnect studios)....... 307
Sliding Door ............................ 41
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 344
SmartBeams ........................... 186
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 373
Snow Tires ............................ 375
Spare Tire .......................... 369,419
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .............. 193
Speedometer ........................... 248
Starting ............................... 334
Automatic Transmission ................. 334
Cold Weather ......................... 335
534 INDEX