transmission fluid CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY 2012 5.G User Guide

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that
has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the
master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times.
Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture
from the air resulting in a lower boiling point.
This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard
or prolonged braking, resulting in sudden brake
failure. This could result in a collision.
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami-
nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could
be damaged, causing partial or complete brake
failure. This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission and differential assembly are
contained within a single housing.
The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be
checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with
an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the
transmission and the fluid.
The six–speed transmission is equipped with a capped
dipstick tube. It is sealed and should not be tampered
with. Your authorized dealer has the necessary tools to
ensure that the fluid level is set properly.
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Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended trans-
mission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion. It is important that the transmission fluid be main-
tained at the prescribed level using the recommended
fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any trans-
mission; only the approved lubricant may be used.CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer’s recommended fluid will result in
more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as
they may adversely affect seals.
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The six-speed automatic transmission is a sealed unit and
has no dipstick. See your authorized dealer to have the
transmission fluid checked or serviced.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the
fluid and filter should be changed.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will
have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-
body protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of
paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPAR
ATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR
DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR
Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR ATF+4Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
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56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or
42 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
56,000 miles (91 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
64,000 miles (104 000 km).
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or
90 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
120,000 miles (195 000 km).
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid
and filter(s).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
128,000 miles (208 000 km).
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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Automatic Headlights.................... 205
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 406
Automatic Transaxle Selection Of Lubricant ................. 601
Automatic Transmission ................431,577
Adding Fluid ....................... 579
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 579
Fluid Change ....................... 579
Fluid Level Check .................... 579
Fluid Type ...................... 578,601
Gear Ranges ........................ 435
Special Additives ..................... 578
B-Pillar Location ........................ 466
Battery ............................... 564
Jump Starting ....................... 540
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 27
Saving Feature (Protection) .............. 207
Belts, Seat ............................. 105 Blind Spot Monitoring
.................... 121
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 568
Brake Assist System ...................... 453
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 452
Brake Fluid ............................ 601
Brake System ........................... 575
Fluid Check ........................ 575
Parking ........................... 447
Warning Light ....................... 298
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 433
Brakes ............................... 575
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ....... 103
Bulb Replacement ....................... 594
Bulbs, Light ......................... 107,593
Calibration, Compass ..................... 319
Camera, Rear ........................... 229
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 599
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Fuel Requirements................. 495,496
Maintenance ........................ 498
Replacement Parts .................... 498
Starting ........................... 498
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 429
Floor Console .......................... 265
Fluid Capacities ......................... 599
Fluid Leaks ............................ 107
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................ 579
Brake ............................. 575
Power Steering ...................... 447
Fluids ................................ 600
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 600
Fog Light Service ........................ 596
Fog Lights ....................... 207,290,596
Fold in Floor (Stow n Go) Seating........... 176
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 544 Fuel
................................. 491
Adding ........................... 499
Additives .......................... 493
Clean Air .......................... 491
Conserving ......................... 314
Economy Mode ...................... 433
Ethanol ........................... 492
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............297,499
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .................. 297
Gasoline ........................... 491
Gauge ............................ 297
Light .......................... 301,310
Materials Added ..................... 493
Methanol .......................... 492
Octane Rating ....................... 600
Requirements .................... 491,599
Saver Mode ........................ 314
Tank Capacity ....................... 599
Fuel Optimizer ......................... 314
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Weight............................ 509
Towing Assistance ....................... 143
Traction Control ......................... 452
Traction Control Switch ................... 452
Trailer Towing .......................... 503
Cooling System Tips .................. 516
Hitches ............................ 508
Minimum Requirements ................ 511
Trailer and Tongue Weight .............. 510
Wiring ............................ 514
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 509
Trailer Weight .......................... 509
Transaxle Selection of Lubricant ................. 601
Transmission ........................... 577
Automatic ....................... 431,577
Fluid .......................... 578,601
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 27 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 236
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
........ 20
Transporting Pets ........................ 100
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 476
Trip Odometer .......................... 290
Turn Signals ................... 208,290,595,597
UCI Connector ......................... 352
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ............. 129
Umbrella Holder ........................ 260
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 627
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 352
Universal Transmitter ..................... 236
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 491
Upholstery Care ........................ 582
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 120
Variance, Compass ....................... 319
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 501
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