2009 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 443
2009 Chrysler Town & Country Manual
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emissions well within current government regulations. CAUTION! • Prolonged driving with the "Malfunction Indicator Light" on could cause further damage to the emission control system. It could also affect fuel economy and driveability. The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed. • If the "Malfunction Indicator Light" is flashing while the engine is running, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is required. If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system will turn on the "Malfunction Indicator Light." It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs. Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message - gASCAP Should the "Loose Fuel Filler Cap" or "gASCAP" messoon as possible. sage appear, there may be a problem in the evaporative system. Before taking the vehicle into an authorized dealer, check first to see if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose, improperly installed, or damaged. A loose fuel 7