2010 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 459

458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If an examination of your engine compartment shows no • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, also keep the front of • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. the condenser clean. • Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install engine coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may of the coolant recovery bottle must also be protected result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas against freezing. mileage, and increased emissions. • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle Brakes does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling In order to assure brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically. system should be pressure tested for leaks. Refer to "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper mainte• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at nance intervals. 50% HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (minimum) and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine, which contains aluminum components.