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Chrysler 2009 Town & Country LX Quick Reference Manual

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2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country
2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country
Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FLUIDS
DESCRIPTION
LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS
CHASSIS
COMPONENT
Steering Gear AND Linkage, Ball Joints, Prop
Shafts AND Yokes, Wheel Bearings
BODY
COMPONENT
Door AND Hood
Swing Gate
Latches: Door, Hood/Safety Catch, Swing Gate
Seat Regulator AND Track
Lock Cylinders
FLUID TYPES
When service is required, Chrysler recommends that only Mopar® brand parts, lubricants and chemicals be
used. Mopar® provides the best engineered products for servicing Chrysler vehicles.
Only lubricants bearing designations defined by the following organization should be used to service a Chrysler
vehicle:
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
American Petroleum Institute (API)
National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI)
European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA)
API QUALITY CLASSIFICATION
2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX
2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX
2009 GENERAL INFORMATION
FLUID, LUBRICANT, OR GENUINE PART
Mopar® Multi-Purpose Lubricant NLGI Grade 2
EP, GC-LB
FLUID, LUBRICANT, AND GENUINE PART
Mopar® Engine Oil
Mopar® Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP,
GC-LB
Mopar® Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP,
GC-LB
Mopar® Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP,
GC-LB
Mopar® Lock Cylinder Lube

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  • Page 1 When service is required, Chrysler recommends that only Mopar® brand parts, lubricants and chemicals be used. Mopar® provides the best engineered products for servicing Chrysler vehicles. Only lubricants bearing designations defined by the following organization should be used to service a Chrysler vehicle: Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) ...

  • Page 2: Engine Oil

    Do not pollute, dispose of used engine oil properly. Contact your dealer or government agency for location of collection center in your area. When service is required, Chrysler recommends that only Mopar® brand parts, lubricants and chemicals be used. Mopar® provides the best engineered products for servicing Chrysler vehicles.

  • Page 3: Sae Viscosity

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Fig. 2: Identifying API Certification Mark Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC Use an engine oil that is API Certified and Licensed to display the certification mark. MOPAR® provides engine oils that meet or exceed, Material Standard MS-6395 requirement.

  • Page 4: Synthetic Engine Oils

    . Those oils that do not display the "Mark" on the front of the container should not be used. Chrysler only recommends API Certified engine oils that meet the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395. Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395.

  • Page 5: Fuel Requirements

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country WARNING: Antifreeze is an ethylene glycol based coolant and is harmful if swallowed or inhaled. If swallowed, drink two glasses of water and induce vomiting.
  • Page 6 MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance in some vehicles. Chrysler recommends that gasoline free of MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump; therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his/her gasoline contains MMT.
  • Page 7 Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of Chrysler Corporation and may not be covered under the new vehicle warranty.

  • Page 8: Fluid Additives

    These claims have not been supported to the satisfaction of Chrysler and these additives must not be used. The use of transmission "sealers" should also be avoided, since they may adversely affect the integrity of transmission seals.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country CAUTION: Never use any type of a petroleum-based fluid in the brake hydraulic system. Use of such type fluids will result in seal damage of the vehicle brake hydraulic system causing a failure of the vehicle brake system.
  • Page 10 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Year/100,000 Mile <-- Engine Coolant Formula HOAT 1 Gallon - (3.8L and 4.0L 16.3 Quarts 15.2 Liters (Hybrid Organic 05066386AA Engines) Additive Technology) MOPAR®...
  • Page 11 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Engine) Engine Oil Filter MOPAR® Engine Oil 04884899AB (4.0L Engine) Filter Engine Oil Filter MOPAR® Engine Oil 5003558AA (2.8L Diesel engine) Filter Fuel (approximate) Fuel Selection (3.3...
  • Page 12 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country SPARK PLUGS Description Type Part Number U.S. Metric Spark Plugs (3.8L Champion® Double 04686742AE 0.050 in 1.27 mm Engine) Platinum (RE14PLP5) Spark Plugs (4.0L NGK®...

  • Page 13: Fuse Locations And Types

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country 04318081AB MOPAR® <--<-- Power HYDRAULIC 32 oz. Bottle - 2.5 Pints 1.2 Liters Steering Reservoir System Power 04318081AB Steering Fluid <-- If MOPAR® Brake Fluid DOT 3 is not available, then MOPAR® Brake and Clutch Fluid DOT 4 (04549625AC), is acceptable.
  • Page 14 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country 30 Amp Pink Power Sliding Door Module 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw (IOD) - Main 40 Amp Green Rear Window Defogger...
  • Page 15 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller/Occupant Classification Module (ORC/OCM) 15 Amp Blue Left Tail/License/Park Lamp (LT- TAIL/LIC/PRK LMP) 15 Amp Blue Right Tail/Park/Run Lamp (RT-...

  • Page 16: Standard Procedure

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module, and possibly result in a electrical system failure.

  • Page 17: Jump Starting

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC 1- DRIVE ON LIFT 2 - FRAME CONTACT LIFT (SINGLE POST) 2 - CHASSIS LIFT (NON-AXLE DUAL POST)
  • Page 18 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country - Engine Systems/Battery System/BATTERY - Standard Procedure . WARNING: DO NOT JUMP START A FROZEN BATTERY, PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT. WARNING: DO NOT JUMP START WHEN MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY INDICATOR DOT IS BRIGHT COLOR.

  • Page 19: Disconnect Cable Clamps As Follows

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country accessories, set the parking brake, place the automatic transmission in PARK or the manual transmission in NEUTRAL and turn the ignition OFF.

  • Page 20: Lubrication Points

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Disconnect BLACK cable clamp from engine ground on disabled vehicle.  When using a Booster vehicle, disconnect BLACK cable clamp from battery negative terminal.
  • Page 21 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country oil change. Change the vehicles oil if it has been 6 months since the last oil change even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illuminated.

  • Page 22: Required Maintenance Intervals

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country CAUTION: Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. REQUIRED MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow Maintenance Items the interval that occurs first.)
  • Page 23 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Rotate tires.  If using the vehicle for any of the following: Dusty  or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
  • Page 24 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Replace the air conditioning filter.  Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.  Inspect the CV Joints.  Inspect the exhaust system.
  • Page 25 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country months. 108000 180000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.  Rotate tires.  If using the vehicle for any of the following: Dusty ...
  • Page 26 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.  Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot  seals, replace if necessary.
  • Page 27 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Oil Change Indicator- Reset The vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The "Oil Change Required" message flashes in the EVIC display for approximately ten seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval.
  • Page 28 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country vehicle under any of the following severe duty conditions: Stop and go driving.  Driving in dusty conditions.  Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
  • Page 29 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Rotate tires.  If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty  or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
  • Page 30 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Rotate tires.  Replace the engine air cleaner filter.  Inspect and replace the PCV Valve if necessary.**  Replace the air conditioning filter.
  • Page 31 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country 135000 216000 Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.****  Rotate tires.  If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty ...
  • Page 32 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate depending upon your personal driving style.
  • Page 33 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Inspect the exhaust system.  Inspect brake hoses.  Check the engine coolant/antifreeze level, hoses, and clamps.  Inspect engine accessory drive belts. Replace as necessary.
  • Page 34 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Rotate tires.  Replace the engine air filter element.  Replace the air conditioning filter.  Drain the fuel filter/water separator unit.
  • Page 35 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Rotate tires.  Replace the engine air filter element.  Replace the air conditioning filter.  Drain the fuel filter/water separator unit.

  • Page 36: Replacement Bulbs

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country WARNING: You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
  • Page 37 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country LIGHT BULBS - EXTERIOR - TOWN AND COUNTRY LIGHT BULBS - Exterior Bulb Number Backup, Tail, Stop Light 3157 Center High-Mounted Stop Light...
  • Page 38 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country vehicles used for trailer towing. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
  • Page 39 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Frontal Area The frontal area is the maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer. Breakaway Cable Attachment European braking regulations for braked trailers up to 7,700 lbs (3 500 kg), require trailers to be fitted with either a secondary coupling or brake away cable.
  • Page 40 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Fig. 8: Identifying Fixed Ball Tow Bar With Attachment Point Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC For fixed ball tow bar attach the clip directly to the designated point. This alternative must be specifically permitted by the trailer manufacturer since the clip may not be sufficiently strong for use in the way.
  • Page 41 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Fig. 10: Identifying Fixed Ball Tow Bar Without Attachment Point Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC For fixed ball tow bar loop the cable around the neck of the tow ball. If you fit the cable like this, use a single loop only.
  • Page 42 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with the manufacturers' directions, it provides for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety.
  • Page 43 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country is located on the drivers door pillar. Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
  • Page 44 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners.
  • Page 45 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious or fatal injury.
  • Page 46 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Lights, and Rear Registration Plate Illumination Device.* * The rear position registration plate illumination device shall be connected such that no light of the device has a common connection with both pins 5 and 7.
  • Page 47 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Return for Contact (Pin) 9 White Note: The allocation pin 12 has been changed from "Coding for coupled Trailer" to "Reserve for Future Allocation."...
  • Page 48 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Reduce speed. Air Conditioning  Turn off temporarily. Trailer Hitch Attaching Points Fig. 15: Identifying Trailer Hitch Attaching Points Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC...
  • Page 49 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country SPECIFICATION - TOWING, Trailer - Export - Australia In this information you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
  • Page 50 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country GAWR. WARNING: An improperly adjusted hitch system may reduce handling, stability and braking performance and could result in an accident. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable trailer / caravan dealer for additional information.
  • Page 51 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. Fig. 17: Identifying Improper Adjustment Of Weight Distributing System Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC WARNING: An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in an accident.
  • Page 52 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: The tongue weight of the trailer.
  • Page 53 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country GCWR must not be exceeded.  Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following ...
  • Page 54 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Towing Requirements - Trailer Lights and Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety.
  • Page 55 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Fig. 19: Identifying 13 - Pin Connector Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC Pin Number Function Wire Color Left Turn Signal Yellow Rear Fog Light...
  • Page 56 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic.
  • Page 57 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements and recommendations in this information concerning vehicles used for trailer towing. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
  • Page 58 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle.

  • Page 59: Trailer Hitch Classification

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country WARNING: An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in an accident. Weight Distributing Systems may not be compatible with Surge Brake Couplers.
  • Page 60 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Luggage 3,800 lbs 9,000 lbs (4 082 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 380 lbs (172 kg) (1 723 kg)* 3 to 5 persons &...
  • Page 61 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to TIRES for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.
  • Page 62 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire.  Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to ...
  • Page 63 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country Fig. 23: Identifying 4 - Pin Connector Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety.
  • Page 64 2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country gear selector lever into third gear (with four-speed transaxle) or fifth gear (with six-speed transaxle). NOTE: Moving the gear selector lever into third gear (with four-speed transaxle) or fifth...

  • Page 65: Warnings And Cautions

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS WARNING: Do not allow towing attachment devices to contact the fuel tank or lines, fuel leak can result. Do not lift or tow vehicle by front or rear bumper.

  • Page 66: Towing Equipment

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country To avoid damage to bumper fascia and air dams use: FWD vehicles, use of a flat bed towing device or a wheel lift (1) is recommended.

  • Page 67: Towing - Rear Wheel Lift

    2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX 2009 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Grand Caravan, Town & Country tires. TOWING - REAR WHEEL LIFT If a vehicle cannot be towed with the front wheels lifted, the rear wheels can be lifted provided the following guide lines are observed.

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