2005 Chrysler Town Country Owners Manual

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . 189 STARTING AND OPERATING . 293 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 345 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . 373 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 425 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . 443 INDEX 453 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction . 4 How To Use This Manual 4 Warnings And Cautions . 6 Vehicle Identification Number .

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6 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations . 7 1 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings. When it comes to service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopar parts, and is interested in your satisfaction. WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a complete listing of all subjects. Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this owner’s manual: INTRODUCTION 5 1 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment. Vehicle Identification Number NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN plate. INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys . .12 Ignition Key Removal .12 Key-In-Ignition Reminder . .13 Sentry Key . .13 Replacement Keys . .15 Customer Key Programming . .15 General Information . .16 Illuminated Entry System — If Equipped .16 Door Locks . .17 Manual Door Locks .17 Power Door Locks — If Equipped . .18 Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped .20 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate . .22 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate . .22 Using The Panic Alarm . .23 To Program Transmitters .23 General Information . .26 Transmitter Battery Service .26 2 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Vehicle Theft Alarm — If Equipped .27 Sliding Side Door . .30 Sliding Door Open Flash .31 Power Sliding Door — If Equipped .31 Child Protection Door Lock .34 Liftgate .35 Power Liftgate — If Equipped .36 Windows .39 Power Vent Windows .39 Power Windows .40 Occupant Restraints . .42 Lap/Shoulder Belts .43 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .49 Center Lap Belts .51 Seat Belt Pretensioners .51 Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) .52 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . .53 Seat Belt Extender . .53 Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) — Airbags . .54 DaimlerChrysler Corporation Integrated Child Seat — If Equipped .69 Child Restraint . .69 Rear Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only) — If Equipped .78 Restraining Infants And Small Children With Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only). .79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Engine Break-In Recommendations .82 Safety Tips . .83 Exhaust Gas . .83 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle . .84 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle