2013 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual
2013 Chrysler Town & Country Manual
2013 Chrysler Town & Country manual content summary:
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deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in Chrysler Group LLC This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 3
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...307 STARTING AND OPERATING ...461 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...569 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...601 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...657 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...665 INDEX ...677 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 4
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Ⅵ INTRODUCTION ...4 Ⅵ VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ...6 Ⅵ HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ...4 Ⅵ VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ...7 Ⅵ WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ...6 1 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 6
INTRODUCTION This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read these - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 7
INTRODUCTION 5 1 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 8
injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 9
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. 1 Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 10
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. .30 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ...12 ▫ Replacement Keys ...16 Ⅵ VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM - IF EQUIPPED ...17 ▫ How To Use Remote Start ...30 ▫ Manual Door Locks ...35 ▫ Power Door Locks - If Equipped ...37 Ⅵ SENTRY KEY® ...15 Ⅵ DOOR LOCKS ...35 2 ▫ Rearming Of The System ...17 Ⅵ KEYLESS ENTER - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 12
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ⅵ SLIDING SIDE DOOR ...48 ▫ Power Sliding Side Door - If Equipped ...49 ▫ Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock ...53 Ⅵ LIFTGATE ...56 ▫ Power Liftgate - If Equipped ...57 Ⅵ OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS ...60 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ...64 ▫ Seat Belts In - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 13
VEHICLES (NO FACTORY INSTALLED REAR SEATS) - IF EQUIPPED...117 ▫ Restraining Infants And Small Children In Commercial Cargo Vehicles...118 Ⅵ ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ...120 Ⅵ SAFETY TIPS ...120 ▫ Transporting Passengers ...120 ▫ Exhaust Gas ...121 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 14
a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When released from the START position, the switch automatically returns to the ON/RUN position. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) 1 2 3 4 - OFF - ACCESSORY - ON/RUN - START - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 15
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired position. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 16
after the ignition switch has been turned to OFF, depending upon the accessory delay setting. Opening the front door will cancel this feature. WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. WARNING! • Never - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 17
Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In addition, if the light . Should or unlocked. this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by The system uses Key Fob - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 18
owner is provided with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is problems electronics can be used to start and operate the tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the vehicle - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 19
lamps and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is and/or turn signals and Vehicle Security Light will flash. subject to the following activated, the Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: interior switches for door locks, power sliding doors and power liftgate are disabled - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 20
, refer to ЉKeyless Enter-N-Go™Љ in ЉThings • Press LOCK on the interior power door lock switch To Know Before Starting Your VehicleЉ for further with the ignition system out of the OFF Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the position. same exterior zone (refer to ЉKeyless Enter-N-Go™Љ in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 21
will sound. NOTE: • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in power door lock switches . your absence, the horn will sound three times and the exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the The Vehicle Security Alarm is - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 22
KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate, and activate the Panic Alarm, optional power The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds, liftgate, left power sliding door, and right power sliding or they will immediately fade to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 23
. Two RKE transmitters may be supplied with the vehicle. Vehicles built without the powered options will be equipped from the factory with three-button RKE transmitters, and those built with power options will be equipped with up to seven-button RKE transmitters. Using The RKE Transmitter Three - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 24
that allow the same basic operation as the three-button, but may also be used to operate the power liftgate (optional), power sliding doors, Remote Start feature (optional). Some features can be programmed to the customers preferences. For example, flash headlights or sound horn on LOCK. Remote - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 25
while still holding the LOCK button. Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. ing the LOCK/UNLOCK - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 26
locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob proceed as follows: removed. • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 27
the RKE transmitter for at least one second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will turn on. Power Open/Close Power Liftgate - If Equipped Press the LIFTGATE button twice on the RKE transmitter - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 28
the LEFT Power Sliding Door button This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when twice unlocks the power sliding door and disarms the doors Alarm. ter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change Power Open/Close Right Power Sliding Door - the current setting, proceed as follows - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 29
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter following steps: while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security 1. Perform - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 30
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade latch at the top of the RKE transmitter sideways with screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves your thumb and then pull the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 31
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 3. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 32
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conveniently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of approximately 300 ft (91 m). NOTE: - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 33
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • System not disabled from previous remote start event Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - If Equipped • Vehicle theft alarm not active The following messages will display in the EVIC if the • Ignition in Off - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 34
transmitter twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will flash and horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the . into the ignition switch and move it to the ON/RUN • The park lights will turn on and remain on during position), otherwise the engine will shut off - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 35
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-NGo™ feature, the ignition switch must be in the Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the ON/RUN position in order to drive the vehicle. UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 36
or occur: allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle. • The engine stalls or engine speed exceeds 2500 rpm • Any engine warning lights come on • Fuel lamp turns on • The hood is opened • The hazard switch is pressed NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns while in the Remote Start - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 37
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Lock the front doors by pushing down on the lock knobs on each door trim panel. If the lock knob is down when - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 38
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the lock knob is rearward when you shut either side sliding door, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 39
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-NGo™ in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 40
door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer per written request of the customer. Please see your authorized dealer for service. Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit - If Equipped The Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit feature unlocks all of the vehicle doors when any door is - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 41
Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit feature will not NOTE: operate if there is any manual operation of the power • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to Programmable Features)" in "UnderOn vehicles equipped with the optional Electronic standing Your Instrument Panel" for further information - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 42
Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver's door handle, grab the driver's front door handle to unlock the driver's door automatically. The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked. NOTE: If "Unlock All Doors 1st Press" is programmed all doors will unlock - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 43
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Enter The Liftgate Transmitter In Vehicle With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a (1.5 m) of the liftgate, cycle the handle - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 44
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Vehicle's Doors With one of the vehicle's Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handle, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors. Do NOT grab the door handle, when pressing - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 45
battery is dead. The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the RKE transmitter lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle's interior door panel. WINDOWS Power Vent Windows - If Equipped The Power Vent Window Switch located on the driver's door trim panel allows the driver to operate - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 46
up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been switches located on the driver's door trim panel. The turned to OFF, depending upon the accessory delay setting. Opening a front door will cancel this feature. switches will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 47
STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 The switches will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position and during power accessory delay. 2 Power Window Lockout Switch Front Passenger Power Window Switch There is a single switch on the front passenger's door Front Passenger Power Door - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 48
• If the window runs into any obstacle during auto10 minutes (depending on the accessory delay setting) closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down. after autoclosure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the The front driver and front passenger switches may be first detent - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 49
only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position and during power To reactivate the Auto Up feature, perform the following accessory delay. steps after vehicle power is restored: Auto Up Reset - If Equipped 1. Pull the window switch up to close the window completely and continue to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 50
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The switches will not operate if the driver has Wind Buffeting activated the Power Window Lockout. Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 51
Equipped is parked on an incline as the door will slide faster in The power sliding door may be opened or the downhill direction. closed manually or by using the buttons on the RKE transmitter, overhead console switch, or • There is a hold-open latch that is activated when the rear door - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 52
outside door handles are used while the power sliding side door is activated, the power sliding door feature will be canceled and will go into manual mode. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 53
done to the power sliding door motor. The power sliding vehicle speed at 0 mph (0 km/h), the brake must be door must be opened or closed manually. pressed. • If anything obstructs the power sliding side door while it is closing or opening, the door will automatically reverse to the closed or open - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 54
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE You can turn the feature back on by repeating the previous The left and right exterior hazard lights will flash for procedure. 12 seconds when either sliding door is opened. This will Power Sliding Side Door Master Lock Switch alert other drivers in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 55
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the sliding doors are equipped with a Child Protection Door Lock system. NOTE: When the Child Protection Door Lock system is engaged, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 56
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock 1. Open the sliding side door. 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite sliding door. NOTE: 2. Slide the Child Protection Door Lock control inward • After engaging the Child Protection Door Lock, always test - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 57
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision. Remember that the sliding doors can only be opened from the outside door handle or the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door when the Child Protection - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 58
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LIFTGATE On vehicles equipped with power locks, the liftgate can be unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter button, or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors. To open the liftgate, press the liftgate - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 59
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Power Liftgate - If Equipped The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press the button on the transmitter twice within five seconds, to open the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 60
feature is enabled, the tail lights will flash and several audible beeps will occur to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing. WARNING! During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 61
VEHICLE 59 • There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the shift liftgate opening. Light pressure anywhere along these lever is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph strips will cause the liftgate to return to the open - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 62
• Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) located on top of the front seats (integrated into the head restraint) - if equipped Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. • Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- • Supplemental Side - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 63
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering wheel If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether • Knee bolster for front passenger seat occupant for CHildren (LATCH) feature - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 64
as possible and use the proper child restraint. (Refer to "Child Restraints") You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants their arm. side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 65
of the seat. • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 66
or being thrown out. inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. WARNING! • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. (Continued) - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 67
strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in more than one person, no matter what their size. Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 68
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren't as strong as - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 69
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 70
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won't be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • A twisted - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 71
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Third Row Center Shoulder Belt Instructions The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- The shoulder belt for the third row center seat is located tion. If necessary, slide the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 72
the anchorage. To move the anchorage downward, squeeze the actuation buttons while simultaneously pushing down on the anchorage assembly. Adjustable Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average you will prefer a higher - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 73
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are ALR and is being used for normal usage: equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) or Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 74
vehicle sensitive (emergency) shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is available on locking mode. all passenger-seating positions with a combination lap/ to the How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode procedures in the Service Manual. 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Failure - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 75
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. NOTE: These devices are not a substitute - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 76
passenger in certain types of rear impacts. Active Head Restraint (AHR) Components 3 - Head Restraint Back Half (Decorative Plastic Rear Cover) 4 - Head Restraint Guide Tubes NOTE: The Active Head Restraints (AHR) may or may 1 - Head Restraint Front Half not deploy in the event of a front or side - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 77
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle's seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision. NOTE: For - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 78
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 - Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 1 - Downward Movement 2 - Rearward Movement 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 79
difficulties or problems resetting the Active After the sequence completes, the Seat Belt Reminder Head Restraints, see an authorized dealer. Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints are fastened. The driver should instruct all - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 80
will provide both audio and visual We recommend ® is not active when the best way to keep the baby safe cargo is properly stowed. Seat Belt Extender BeltAlert® can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer. Chrysler extender. This Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate extender - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 81
center of the steering wheel. The passenger's Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers. In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 82
air bag to have different rates of covers are also labeled: SRS AIRBAG. inflation based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle is switch that detects whether • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened. The but they - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 83
Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, system components: and Seat Track Position Sensors • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Air Bag Warning Light • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag • Knee Impact Bolster • Driver Advanced Front Air Bag - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 84
air bags are inflating. • Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way. • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may provide - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 85
air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air vehicle may deploy. bag only. • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain but they will open during air bag deployment. (SABIC) SABIC air bags may offer side-impact and vehicle - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 86
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC. The area where is located should remain free from any obstructions. • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the side air bags; the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 87
or side collision is required. front passenger, and position the front occupant for the Based on the impact sensor's signals, a central electronic best interaction with the Advanced Front Air Bag. ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags, SABIC air Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 88
prior to deployment. Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds for a self-check vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not self-check, the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off. If the good indicators of whether or not an air - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 89
Units are located in the center of the steering ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is wheel and on the right side of the instrument panel time it takes to on as you drive, have an authorized dealer service the blink your eyes. The air bags then quickly deflate while air bag system - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 90
, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas. The the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag. The trim inflating SAB exits through the seat seam into the space cover separates and folds out of the way allowing the between the occupant and the door. The SAB fully inflate air bag to inflate to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 91
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 you if you are not seated properly, or if items are blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates. are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 92
a collision which deploys the air bags, any Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or or all nylon air bag material may sometimes cause abraTurn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the sions and along a carpet or gymnasium floor. In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 93
, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer's instructions for cleaning. WARNING! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another immediately. Also, have the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) system serviced as well. 2 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 94
serviced in any way (including removal or loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories not modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or add aftermarket side steps or running boards. • It is dangerous to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 95
for your protection in a collision. The Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately. • The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the four to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 96
94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 97
properly dian residents should refer to Transport Canada's webbuckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash site for additional information large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat Owner's Manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child. 2 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 98
, but are too small to properly fit the vehicle's seat belt Children 12 years old or younger, who have out-grown the height or weight limit of their booster seat Recommended Type of Child Restraint Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear seat of the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 99
allowed by their facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until convertible child seat. they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat. Two types of child restraints can WARNING! be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and convertible child seats - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 100
who are over two years old or who • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should The child could be badly injured or - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 101
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child's thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5. Can the child stay seated like this for - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 102
100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Weight of the Child + Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs (29.5 kg) More than 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Up to 65 lbs (29.5 kg) More than 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use any attachment method shown with an - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 103
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Restraint System Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 104
102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Second Row Captains Chairs Second Row Bench Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position position Top Tether Anchorage - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 105
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Child Restraint LATCH Positions What is the weight limit (child's weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint? 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 106
position. The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner's manual for more information. Can the head restraints be removed? Yes; second row outboard positions only, third row all positions. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 107
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 108
connection to the cated behind each rear seatback, near to the floor. anchorage. Forward-facing child restraints and some rear-facing infant strap after it is attached to the anchorage. Center Seat LATCH - Commercial Cargo Vehicles (No Factory Installed Rear Seats) - If Equipped WARNING! This - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 109
WARNING! Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more than one child restraint. Please refer to "Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System" for typical installation instructions. 2. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so that you can - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 110
instead of buckling it in the straps according to the child restraint manufac- behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the turer's instructions. child restraint belt path and then buckle it. Do not lock 7. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by the seatbelt. Remind all - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 111
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can Improper installation of a child restraint to the be "switched" into a locked mode by pulling all of the LATCH anchorages can lead - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 112
110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle Second Row Bench Second Row Captains Chair - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 113
with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat? Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a forward facing child restraint, up to the recommended - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 114
112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor. Then, allow the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 115
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) - If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 116
if necessary. If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have trouble tightening the seat belt. If this happens, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt up to three full - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 117
no top tether anchorage for that seating position (see the charts above), move the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available. 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 118
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet could be thrown about and possibly restraint manufacturer's instructions. injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. LATCH Anchorages (Third Row 60/40 Anchorage Shown) Pets should be restrained - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 119
BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 117 COMMERCIAL CARGO VEHICLES (NO FACTORY INSTALLED REAR SEATS) - IF EQUIPPED Commercial cargo vehicles are not designed injury or death may occur from the deploying passenger Air Bag. Commercial Child Restraint Tether Anchor This vehicle is equipped with a child - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 120
Bag may deploy causing severe injury or death to infants riding in rearward-facing infant restraints. Restraining Infants And Small Children In Commercial Cargo Vehicles • A convertible child seat, one that is designed to be used for children who are too heavy for a rearwardfacing infant seat, may - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 121
abrasions, vehicle, follow the instructions shown: discoloration, and loose strap. Tether Installation For Commercial Cargo Vehicles 3. Route the tether strap under the head rest. NOTE: Ensure that the child restraint tether strap is centered between the headrest supports - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 122
km), speeds up to 50 or NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of the not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good lubricant. Oil changes NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO should be - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 123
YOUR VEHICLE 121 WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 124
. In addition, inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into Seat Belts the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 125
switch is first turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on service if your defroster is inoperable. Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your vehicle. Use only floor mats - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 126
them from moving and interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle. • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top of already installed floor mats. Additional floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals. • Check - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 127
. Check the tires (including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure. Lights Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Door Latches Check for positive closing - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 128
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▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Feature ...136 ▫ Power Mirrors - If Equipped ...137 ▫ Heated Mirrors - If Equipped ...138 ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory Seat Only) - If Equipped ...138 ▫ Power Folding Mirrors - If Equipped...139 ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped ...139 ▫ Rear - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 130
▫ Setting Memory Positions And Linking ▫ Heated Seats - If Equipped ...191 RKE Transmitter To Memory ...218 ▫ Manual Front/Second Row Seat Adjuster ...193 ▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With ▫ Manual Reclining Seats - If Equipped ...194 Memory Seat ONLY) ...220 ▫ Head Restraints ...195 Ⅵ TO OPEN - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 131
Delay - If Equipped ...224 ▫ Lights-On Reminder ...225 ▫ Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped ...225 ▫ Front Fog Lights - If Equipped ...225 ▫ Dimmer Turn Signals ...228 Ⅵ TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ...235 ▫ Lane Change Assist ...229 Ⅵ HEATED STEERING WHEEL - IF EQUIPPED ...236 ▫ High/Low - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 132
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ...241 ▫ Enabling/Disabling ParkSense® ...248 ▫ Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System ...249 ▫ Cleaning The ParkSense® System ...250 ...244 ▫ Front Overhead Console...▫ ParkSense® Warning Display ...244 ▫ Courtesy/Interior Lighting ...▫ ParkSense® Display ...245 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 133
...265 ▫ Using HomeLink®...266 ▫ Security ...267 ▫ Troubleshooting Tips ...267 ▫ General Information...268 ▫ Opening Sunroof - Express ...270 ▫ Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode ...270 ▫ Closing Sunroof - Express...270 ▫ Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode ...270 ▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...270 ▫ Venting - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 134
Console Storage - If Equipped ...287 ▫ Coat Hooks ...288 ▫ Cargo Area Storage ...288 ▫ Basic Console ...289 ▫ Premium Console - If Equipped ...290 ▫ Super Console - If Equipped...294 ▫ Rechargeable Flashlight ...296 ▫ Interior Bottle Holders ...280 Ⅵ CONSOLE FEATURES ...289 ▫ Door Trim Panel - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 135
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Ⅵ REAR WINDOW FEATURES ...297 Ⅵ ROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED ...298 ▫ Rear Window Defroster ...297 ▫ Deploying the Crossbars...300 Ⅵ LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED ...298 Ⅵ SUN SCREENS - IF EQUIPPED ...305 3 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 136
mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield). Manual Rearview Mirror - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 137
for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to the right of the button does - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 138
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror - To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) If Equipped to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight The driver's outside mirror will automatically adjust for glare - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 139
. mirror that you want to adjust. Power Mirrors - If Equipped NOTE: A light in the selected button will illuminate indicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted side power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Driver Memory Seat Feature. Refer to "Driver Memory Seat - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 140
when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature can be enabled or disabled in the Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to Seat Only) - If Equipped "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/CustomerTilt Mirrors in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 141
illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically. Closing the mirror cover turns off the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 142
motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle. When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors to let the driver know that the system is operational. The BSM system sensors operate when - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 143
is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle and trailer before making a lane change. If the trailer or other object (i.e., bicycle, sports equipment) extends beyond the side of your vehicle, this may result in the BSM warning light remaining - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 144
THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. BSM Warning Light The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 145
10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h). warning light will be illuminated. If the difference in speed between the two vehicles is greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), the warning - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 146
guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service. Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 147
. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle's mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death. 3 Opposing Traffic - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 148
The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended to aid the driver when backing out of parking spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked. Proceed slowly and cautiously out of the parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is exposed. The RCP system will then have a clear - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 149
other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. Modes Of Operation Three selectable modes of operation are available in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal When RCP is on and the vehicle is - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 150
BSM system will store the current operating time, both the visual and audio alerts will be issued. In mode when the vehicle is shut off. and muted. used NOTE: Astronomy Zone - System Temporarily Unavailable Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime • Whenever an audible alert is requested by the BSM system, the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 151
mobile phone's audio is transmitted through your vehi- Bluetooth® technology - the global standard that enables cle's audio system; the system Support: U.S. residents - visit phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is www.UconnectPhone.com or call 1-877-855-8400. Cana- available - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 152
in the "Operation" section. The Uconnect® Phone can be used with any Hands-Free Profile certified Bluetooth® mobile phone. See the Uconnect® website for supported phones. Refer to your mobile service provider or the phone manufacturer for details. The Uconnect® Phone is fully integrated with the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 153
for a specific command and then guided through the available options. • Prior to giving a voice to know your options at any prompt, say "Help" following can be said: "Pair a Bluetooth® Device". the beep Please remember, the Uconnect® Phone works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone, as - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 154
-digit PIN. You will not need to remember this PIN your compatible Bluetooth® enabled mobile phone. after the initial pairing process. To complete mobile phone Owner's Manual. The Uconnect® webgive the Uconnect® Phone a name for your mobile site may also provide detailed instructions for pairing. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 155
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile phones to your Uconnect® Phone. However, at any given time, only one mobile phone can be in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 156
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins as soon as the Bluetooth® wireless phone connection is name in the phonebook, refer to "Add Names to Your made to the Uconnect® Phone, for example, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 157
allow you to store multiple numbers for each phoneedited on the mobile phone. The changes are transbook entry, if desired. ferred and updated to Uconnect® Phone on in that language. In addition, if equipped and supported by your phone, Uconnect® Phone automatiinstead of "Bob". cally downloads your - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 158
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in NOTE: the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return • Editing phonebook entries is recommended when the to the main menu. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 159
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 • After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be • After you enter the name, the Uconnect® Phone will deleted. ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, work, mobile, other, or all. Say the designation you • Note that only the phonebook in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 160
of all the accessed through the Uconnect® Phone. Check with your phonebook entries, including the downloaded phone- mobile service provider for the features that you have. book entries, if available. Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call - No Call but- Currently In Progress • To call one of the names - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 161
incoming call. a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. To butNOTE: The Uconnect® Phone compatible phones in the bring the call back from hold, press and hold the market today do not support rejecting an incoming call ton until you hear a single beep. when another call is in progress - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 162
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Conference Call When two calls are in progress (one active and one on button until you hear a hold), press and hold the double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call. Call Termination To end a call in progress, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 163
vehicle ignition has been To change the language that the Uconnect® Phone is using: switched to OFF. Call continuation functionality avail• Press the button to transferred from the NOTE: After every Uconnect® Phone language change Uconnect® Phone to the mobile phone. operation, only the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 164
(911 for the U.S. and Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency not be applicable with the available mobile service and number for your area. area. If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect® Phone • If supported, this number may be - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 165
the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the "Roadside Assistance" coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Information Booklet and the Roadside Assistance references. • If supported, this number may be - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 166
call and then press the button and say, "Send." The system or an automated service, such as a paging service system will prompt you to enter the name or number and or automated customer service line. Some services re- say the name of the phonebook entry you wish to send. quire immediate response - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 167
Command" button can be used when you If available on the radio and/or on a premium your voice such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by command immediately. For example, if a prompt is make a phone call could press the select that option without having to listen to the rest of using - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 168
keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth® mobile phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle's audio system. The Uconnect® Phone will work the same as if you dial the number using Voice Command. Mute - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 169
the Bluetooth® connection between your mobile phone and the Uconnect® Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone Phone System, follow the instructions described in your The Uconnect® Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- mobile phone User's Manual. ferred from your - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 170
You Should Know About Your Uconnect® • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. Phone If the selected phone is not available, the Uconnect® Phone will return to using the highest priority phone Uconnect® Phone Tutorial present in or near (approximately within 30 ft. (9 m)) the To - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 171
to restore prompt you before resetting to factory settings. the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect® Phone. For best results, the 3 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 172
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least ½ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead • Even though the system is designed for users speaking console ( - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 173
from the driver's seat. • Even though international dialing for most number • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing not the Uconnect® Phone. number combinations may not be - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 174
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Text Reply Send Messages: Uconnect® Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send your phone. a new message: Read Messages: • Press the button. If you receive a new text message while your phone is - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 175
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 List of Preset Messages: 1. Yes 2. No 3. Where are you? 4. I need more direction. 5. L O L 6. Why 7. I love you 8. Call me 9. Call me later 10. Thanks 11. See You in 15 minutes 12. I am on my way 13. I'll be late 14. Are you there yet? 15. Where are - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 176
mobile phone is recommended to remain in • After the "Ready" prompt and the following beep, say Bluetooth® ON mode. "Setup, SMS Incoming Message Announcement," you Power-Up will then be given a choice to change it. After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position, or after - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 177
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 3 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 178
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 179
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 3 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 180
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) all call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 181
Alternate (s) previous record again redial return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect® Tutorial voice training work yes 3 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 182
of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the The Uconnect® Voice Command system allows following conditions: you to control your AM, FM radio, disk player, USB mass storage class device, iPod® family of • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by devices, Bluetooth Streaming Audio Device - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 183
and after the beep, you can add or change commands. This will become helpful once you start to learn the options. NOTE: At any time, you can say will present you with a list of a normal speaking volume. options. The system will best recognize your speech if the winIf you ever wish to interrupt the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 184
available if the supported • "Radio FM" (to switch to radio FM mode) radio mode is active. • "Disc" (to switch to the disc mode) Changing the Volume • "USB" (to switch to USB mode) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command • "Bluetooth for Voice Command is different than the audio system. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 185
mode, you may say the following commands: Satellite Radio • "Frequency #" (to change the frequency) To switch to satellite radio mode, say "Sat" or "Satellite Radio FM". In • "List Channel" (to hear a list of available channels) this mode, you may say the following commands: • "Select Name" (to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 186
to the disc mode, say "Disc". In this mode, you To switch to Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) mode, say may say the following commands: "Bluetooth Streaming". In this mode, you may say the following commands: • "Track" (#) (to change the track) • "Next Track" (to play the next track) • "Next Track" (to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 187
first and wait for the beep Command To switch to system setup, you may say one of the before speaking the "Barge In" commands. following: • "Change to setup" • "Switch to system setup" - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 188
Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by Uconnect® Voice. For best results, the "Voice Training" session should be completed when the to the last trained voice only. WARNING! • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 189
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Power Seats - If Equipped Some models may be equipped with eight-way power seats for the driver and front passenger. The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat. The switches control the movement of the seat cushion and the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 190
place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat's path. Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The seat can be adjusted both forward and - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 191
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Tilting The Seat Up Or Down The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front or rear of the seat switch, the front or rear of the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch. Release - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 192
its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat's path. Power Lumbar - If Equipped Vehicles Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support. Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 193
for each heater are located on the switch bank below the climate controls. You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF. 3 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 194
system will automatically switch to LOW-level after approximately 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HIGH to LOW, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting will turn OFF automatically after approximately 45 minutes. Press the switch once to select HIGH - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 195
seats are adjustable forward or rearward. The heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for manual seat adjustment handle is located under the seat HIGH, one for LOW . At that time, the display will change from HIGH to LOW, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting will turn OFF automatically - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 196
If Equipped the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you For models equipped with manual reclining seats, the have reached the desired position. Then, using body recline lever is located on parked. Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt. Manual Recline Lever - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 197
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, then push back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position. Using body pressure, lean forward and rearward on the seat - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 198
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily button, located at the base of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 199
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 200
The head restraints should only be removed by qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head restraints require removal, foot or loose cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of the Active Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is secured, as loose cargo could contact the Active - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 201
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Head Restraints - Second Row Quad Seats To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. Head - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 202
storage bin On vehicles equipped with Stow 'n Go® seating, the latch to open the cover. second and third row seats can be folded into the floor for convenient storage. Stow 'n Go® Seating - If Equipped Second Row Stow 'n Go® On vehicles equipped with Stow 'n Go® seats, the seats will fold and tumble - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 203
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 5. Pull upward on the seatback recliner lever located on The non-adjustable head restraint and seatback will fold the outboard side of the seat. automatically during the seat tumble. No additional actuation is necessary. 3 Seatback Recliner Lever, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 204
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Folding Seatback Tumbled Second Row Seat The seat will automatically tumble into position for easy 6. Push the seat into the storage bin. storage. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 205
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 CAUTION! The storage bin cover must be locked and flat to avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover. 3 WARNING! In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat storage bin covers are not - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 206
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Unstow Second Row Seats 1. Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. 2. Pull up on the strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat rearward to latch the seat anchors. 3. Lift the seatback to the full upright position. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 207
restraint to the upright position. Easy Entry Second Row The second row Stow 'n Go® seats allow easy entry to the third row seat or rear cargo area. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever on the outboard side of the seat. 3 Raising The Head Restraint 3. Pull up on the seatback recliner - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 208
is not fully latched. Quad Seats - If Equipped Both Quad seats are adjustable forward or rearward. The manual seat adjustment handle is located under the seat cushion at the front edge of each seat. Manual Seat Adjuster While sitting in the seat, pull up on the handle and slide the seat forward - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 209
be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt. Manual Recline To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, then push back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 210
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold-Flat Easy Entry To fold the seat, lift the recliner lever to the full upward The Quad seats can be tilted forward for easy entry into position and push the seatback forward until it rests on the third row. With the Quad seat in the fold-flat - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 211
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 For passengers seated in the third row, there is a pull strap located on the outboard side of the seat near the bottom of the seat back. Third row passengers can pull on the strap and push the Quad seat forward for folding the seatback and accessing - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 212
. To remove the seat, squeeze each release handle and rotate downwards to deploy the wheels. A lock removable for added cargo space. indicator button pops up when the seat is unlocked. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out® - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 213
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 To reinstall the seat, align the seat into the detent positions on the floor. Squeeze the release handle and rotate upward until the lock indicator button returns into the handle. Third Row Power Recline - If Equipped The power recline - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 214
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The switch is only functional when the liftgate is open Third Row Power Folding Seat - If Equipped A one-touch power folding seat switch is located in the and the vehicle is in PARK. left rear trim panel as part of a switch bank. NOTE: Lower the head - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 215
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Left and right third row seats can be folded individually NOTE: or together. The third row power folding seat adjusts to • Disconnect the center shoulder belt from the small the following positions using the switch bank located on buckle and lower the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 216
3. Pull release strap marked "2" located on the rear of the Manually Folding Third Row Seats - If Equipped seat to lower the seatback. 1. Lower the center head restraint down to the seatback by pushing the button on the guide and pushing the head restraint down. 2. Lower the outboard head restraints - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 217
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 4. Pull release strap marked "3" to release the anchors. 5. Pull release strap marked "4" and tumble the seat rearward into the storage bin. 3 Release Strap "3" Release Strap "4" - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 218
to its upright position. WARNING! In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched. Stowed Third Row Seat Tailgate Mode 1. Pull release strap "3", then pull release strap "4" to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 219
Hooks Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles are built into the seatbacks of all rear seats and some front seats. The floor supports the partial weight of the bagged goods. DRIVER MEMORY SEAT - IF EQUIPPED Driver Memory Switch The Memory Buttons 1 and 2 on the driver's door panel - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 220
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Setting Memory Positions And Linking RKE Transmitter To Memory 4. Adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to the desired positions. NOTE: Each time the SET (S) button and a numbered 5. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets button (1 or - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 221
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 9. Select "Remote Linked to Memory" in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter "Yes". Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ Customer-Programmable Features" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 222
continuing to Step 3. Your Instrument Panel" for further information. Press and release the memory SET (S) button located Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat on the driver's door. ONLY) Within five seconds, press and release MEMORY This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 223
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 The distance the driver seat moves depends on where • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when you have the driver seat positioned when you remove the the driver seat position is less than 0.9 in (22.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. At this - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 224
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the front of the vehicle and look inside the center of the hood opening. Locate, then push the To open the hood, two latches must be released. safety catch lever downward while raising the hood 1. Pull the hood release lever located on the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 225
switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. The switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, interior lights and the fog lights. CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 226
headlight system. This system automatically turns your headlights on or off Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ based on ambient light levels. To turn the system on, turn Customer-Programmable Features" in "Understanding the headlight switch to the extreme counterclockwise Your - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 227
remain on for 30, 60 or 90 seconds or not remain on. To change the timer setting, see your authorized dealer. The headlight delay time is the ignition, they will turn off in the normal manner. Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the engine - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 228
the left dimmer control completely upward to the second detent (extreme top position) to turn on the interior lights. The interior lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this position. Interior lights are also turned on when a door or liftgate is opened, the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 229
ignition switch must be in the OFF position for this dimmer switch. feature to operate. Interior Lighting Off Rotate the left dimmer control to the off position (extreme bottom). The interior lights will remain off when the doors or liftgate are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 230
up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. NOTE: If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 231
29 km/h) for about 1 mile (1.6 km) with the turn signals on, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Lane Change Assist Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 232
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate To Deactivate 1. Select "Automatic High Beams - ON" through the Perform either of the following steps to deactivate the EVIC. Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center SmartBeam™ system. (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features" in " - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 233
eight minutes of the ignition switch being in the LOCK position and the headlight switch in any position other than OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically until the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight switch. The battery protection feature will be disabled if the ignition - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 234
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage to the wiper motor may occur. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 235
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Windshield Washers To use the Washer, push on the end of the lever to the second detent and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pushed while on the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 236
OF YOUR VEHICLE The sensitivity of the system is adjustable from the multifunction lever. Wiper sensitivity position 3 has been calibrated for best overall wiping sensitivity. If the operator desires more wiping sensitivity, they may select sensitivity positions 4 or 5. If the operator desires less - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 237
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 • Neutral Wipe Inhibit - The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the ignition is ON, and the transmission shift lever is in the NEUTRAL position, and the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h), unless the wiper control on the multifunction - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 238
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 239
will illuminate to indicate the steering wheel heater is on. Pressing the switch a second time will turn off the heated steering wheel and light indicator. NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate. Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 240
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position. This feature allows the brake, accelerator, and clutch pedals (if equipped) to move toward or - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 241
travel. • Further small adjustments may be necessary to find the best possible seat/pedal position. • For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal's path. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 242
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 243
set speed. To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the ON/ OFF button a second time. The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off. The system should be turned off when not in use - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 244
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 245
3 NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moder- PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST - ate hills is normal. IF EQUIPPED On steep hills, maneuver. Refer to ParkSense® System Usage Precautions for limitations of this system and recommendations. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 246
state (enabled or ParkSense® Sensors disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is The four ParkSense® sensors, located in the rear fascia/ changed to the ON/RUN position. bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is ParkSense® can be active only when the shift lever is in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 247
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 The ParkSense® Warning Display is located in the Instru- ParkSense® Display ment cluster's EVIC display. It provides both visual and When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display audible warnings to indicate the distance between the will turn ON - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 248
produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous. Park Assist System OFF Slow Tone - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 249
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 3 Fast Tone Continuous Tone - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 250
Yes NOTE: ParkSense® will MUTE the radio, if on, when the The available choices are: OFF, Sound Only, or Sound and Display. Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center system is sounding an audio tone. (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable FeaEnabling/Disabling ParkSense® tures)" in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 251
REVERSE and the system is disabled, the EVIC will display the "PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF" message for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE. Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System information. When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the system has detected a faulted condition, the EVIC - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 252
, it remains off until system OFF if objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key. hitches, etc. are placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 253
OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 rear fascia/bumper. Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor problem, causing the "SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM" message to be displayed in the EVIC . • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense® should be disabled when the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 254
ParkSense®, it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is not used for towing. Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to REVERSE, the rear camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 255
will indicate the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate the center of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a distances for each zone: hitch/receiver. The static grid lines will show separate Zone Red Yellow Green Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) 1 ft - 3 ft - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 256
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView® should only be used as a parking aid. The ParkView® camera is unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive path. • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkView® to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 257
are available. The base front overhead console model featured fixed incandescent courtesy/reading lights, flip light that illuminates the instrument panel cupholders, two swiveling LED lights, flip-down sunglass storage, conversation mirror, optional power sliding door switches and an optional - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 258
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy/Interior Lighting At the forward end of the console are two courtesy lights (standard dome light has two buttons). The lights turn on when a front door, a sliding door or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 259
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 The door will slowly rotate to the full open position. 3 Conversation Mirror Position NOTE: From the "conversation mirror" position, the From this position, the door can be fully closed or, by door can only be closed. rotating upward about 3/4 of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 260
If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter is pressed. The courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Press in on each lens to turn these lights on while inside the vehicle. Press the lens a second time - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 261
system is available in two versions: with or without sunroof. An additional LED at the front of the rear console shines down on the front foot-well area while in courtesy mode, for added convenience. 3 Overhead Compartment Features 1 - DVD* 2 - Rear HVAC 3 - Interior Lights 4 - Storage * If - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 262
the perimeter of the console base. This feature located above the center button. provides additional lighting options while traveling and is controlled by the headlight switch. Refer to "Lights/ Halo Lights - If Equipped" in "Understanding the Features Of Your Vehicle" for further information. Rear - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 263
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 264
the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at used to 2 - Training Button open and close the door. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 265
inditwo seconds each time). If the garage door opener/ cator light. The HomeLink® indicator will flash slowly device activates, programming is the garage door opener/device does not actiRelease both buttons after the indicator light changes vate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 266
flash after 20 seconds. Do frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. not release the button. Release both buttons after the indicator light changes 3. Without releasing the button proceed with "Programfrom slow to rapid. ming A Rolling Code" Step 2 and follow all remaining 5. Press and hold - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 267
the HomeLink® button you wish to program steps. while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in view. Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink® button, For programming transmitters in Canada/United States while you press and release ("cycle"), your hand-held that - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 268
4. Watch for the HomeLink® indicator to change flash Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take To and observe the indicator light. the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do • If the indicator light stays on constantly, programnot - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 269
/office lighting, etc.,). The Troubleshooting Tips hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at If you are having trouble programming be remember to plug it back in? erased. If you have any problems, or require assistance, please The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 270
General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 271
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 POWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. WARNING! • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not leave the key in the ignition switch (or leave the ignition of a - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 272
hold the switch in the of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. forward position. Any release of the switch will stop the Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward closed condition until the switch is - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 273
attempts result Wind Buffeting in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 274
. The driver-side power outlet will turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit (if equipped with an optional Smoker's Package). will cancel this feature. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 275
protecting the system will need to be replaced. • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 3 Instrument Panel Outlets NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR® cigar knob - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 276
also connected to the battery. Do not exceed a maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) shared between the lower panel outlet and the removable floor console outlet. On vehicles equipped with the Super Console the power outlets are located under the retractable cover. To access the power outlets push - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 277
quarter panel near the liftgate and the upper outlet in the instrument panel are both controlled by the ignition switch. Each of these outlets can support 160 Watts (13 Amps). Do not exceed 160 Watts (13 Amps) for each of these outlets. The power outlets include tethered caps, labeled with a key - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 278
vehicle. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure. CAUTION! (Continued) • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and with greater caution. • After - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 279
Certain high-end video games, such as Playstation3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit, as will most power tools. POWER INVERTER - IF EQUIPPED The power inverter Watts, the power inverter may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON. To - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 280
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS There are cupholders located throughout the interior. All liners are removable for cleaning. Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer or tray starting at one edge for easy removal. Refer to " - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 281
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 For rear passengers two cupholders are located in the On models equipped with the Super Console, there are pull-out drawer, located in the back of the Super Console. Pull the drawer out to the first position to use the two cupholders located in the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 282
One are four cupholders located on the top of the console. bottle holder is molded into each front interior door trim panels, and one bottle holder is molded into each side sliding interior door trim panel. Each holder accommodates up to a 20 oz (.6 L) plastic bottle. WARNING! If containers of hot - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 283
THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 Smoker's Package Kit - If Equipped With the optional authorized dealer-installed Smoker's Package Kit, a removable ash receiver is inserted into one and lower glove compartments are located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Interior Bottle Holder 3 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 284
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Upper Glove Compartment Lower Glove Compartment To open the upper compartment, press in on the button, To open the lower compartment pull out on the release located on the left side of the upper door. The door will handle. automatically open. Lower - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 285
283 Door Trim Panel Storage Front Door Storage Both interior front door panels have multiple pockets for storage. Driver Seatback Storage - If Equipped The driver's seatback has a primary storage pocket on all models and an optional secondary mesh pocket. WARNING! If containers of hot liquid - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 286
OF YOUR VEHICLE Umbrella Holder Second Row Floor Storage Bins An umbrella holder has been conveniently molded into The area below the floor covers, located in front of the the left front door entry scuff molding. second row seats, is available for storage. Umbrella Holder Storage Bin Cover - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 287
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the ЉunlockedЉ position to allow greater access to the storage bin. WARNING! (Continued) • Do not operate the storage bin covers while the vehicle is in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 288
286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat storage bin covers are not properly latched. • Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers open. Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while the vehicle is - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 289
bin cover latching mechanism. Center And Rear Overhead Console Storage - If Equipped The overhead storage system comes in several options. 3 Overhead Console Features 1 - DVD* 2 - Rear HVAC 3 - Courtesy Lights 4 - Storage * If equipped, otherwise storage. 5 6 7 8 - - - - Storage DVD* Courtesy - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 290
can be placed without interfering with liftgate closing. Rear Cargo Area Loading Limit NOTE: With all rear seats stowed or removed, 4 x 8 foot sheets of building material will fit on the vehicle floor with the liftgate closed. The front seats must be moved slightly forward of the rearmost position - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 291
OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 CONSOLE FEATURES Basic Console There are three consoles available: Basic, Premium and Basic Console features consist of the following: Super • The basic console is removable from the vehicle for additional floor space by removing the cap and clip at the console base. 3 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 292
forward while lifting slightly to clear the rear load floor hook. 3. Remove the console. To Reinstall The Basic Floor Console 5. Pull up on the console to be with sliding storage bin, 2. Slide the console rearward into the floor bracket/hook. sliding upper tray with storage and large console storage - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 293
tray. • Large console center storage will store headphones for the available rear DVD entertainment system or other items • 12 Volt DC occupant accessible • Multiple adjustments • Removable from vehicle for additional floor space. The top and center console sections slide forward and rearward to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 294
292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position 2 shows the raised storage tray revealing a large Dual Storage Bins storage area below. Position 3 shows the top portion of the console in a rearward position. This is accomplished by lifting the upper most latch at the front of the console. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 295
for rear passengers. 2. Lift the rear of the console up several inches/centimeters. 3. Pull rearward to disengage from floor and remove console. To Reinstall The Premium Floor Console: 1. Position the console at a slight angle (rear slightly higher than the front). 2. Slide the console forward into - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 296
to be sure it is firmly latched. WARNING! In an accident, serious injury could result if the removable floor console is not properly installed. Always be sure the removable floor console is fully latched. Super Console - If Equipped Front Lower Pass Through The Super Console contains multiple - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 297
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 NOTE: The front cupholder light ring and pass through lighting is controlled by a dimming switch located on the instrument panel, refer to "Lights" in "Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle" for further information. Located in the back of the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 298
AREA FEATURES Rechargeable Flashlight The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the right side of the cargo area. The flashlight snaps out of the bezel when needed. The flashlight features two bright LED light bulbs and is powered by a lithium battery that recharges when snapped back into place and - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 299
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, REAR WINDOW FEATURES twice for low, and a third time to return to off. Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 300
inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, system will provide a levelriding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions. A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 301
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 crossbars, to maximum of 150 lbs (68 kg). The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 302
crossbar to prevent damage to the vehicle. from its stowed position in the side rail. Repeat with crossbar on the opposite side. Bend the crossbar supports at each end, taking care to keep hand clear of pivoting joint. Slide the thumb screw down. Loosening Crossbars Stowed Position - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 303
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 Then, position the crossbars across the roof. NOTE: The crossbars are identical and can be placed in any two of the three deploy positions. 3 Deployed Position Deploy Positions - Choose Two Of Three - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 304
302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Make sure the directional arrows on the crossbars align Once the crossbars are set into position, tighten the thumb with the directional arrows on the side rails. Set the screws completely. crossbars into the deployed positions. Tightening Crossbar - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 305
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 Stowing the Crossbars Reverse the procedure to stow the crossbars, again, taking care to keep hand clear of pivoting joint. Crossbars are identical and can be stowed in either rail nest. Once the crossbars are stowed, tighten the thumb screws - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 306
necessary. • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lb (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appropriately. true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 307
, particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack. SUN SCREENS - IF EQUIPPED Sun screens are available for second and third row seating windows. The screens store in the sill trim panels, and the tops - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 308
306 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Gently pull up on the tab to raise the sun screen. Continue pulling the sun screen until the tab is near the top of the window. Once the screen is completely to the top of the window, extend the top bar of the sun screen over the two hooks attached to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 309
) - IF EQUIPPED ...329 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays ...331 ▫ EVIC White Telltale Lights ...335 ▫ EVIC Amber Telltale Lights ...335 ▫ EVIC Red Telltale Lights ...336 ▫ Oil Change Required ...339 ▫ Fuel Economy ...340 ▫ Vehicle Speed ...341 ▫ Trip Info ...342 ▫ Trip A ...342 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 310
▫ Compass / Temperature Display ...344 ▫ Compass Variance ...347 ▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode...355 ▫ Operation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play...358 ▫ Notes on Playing MP3 Files ...361 ▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ...363 ...364 ...364 CD ...370 ...373 ...375 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 311
390 ...391 ▫ Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1...394 ▫ Dual Video Screen ...396 ▫ Play A DVD Using The Touch-Screen Radio ...396 ▫ Play A DVD Using The VES™ Player (If Equipped)...398 ▫ Play A Blu-ray Disc Using The Blu-ray Player (If Equipped) ...401 4 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 312
▫ Replacing The Remote Control Batteries...412 ▫ Headphones Operation ...413 ▫ Blu-ray Headphones Operation ...414 ▫ Controls ...415 ▫ Replacing The Headphone Batteries...416 ▫ Unwired® Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited Warranty ...416 ▫ System Information ...417 ▫ Shared Modes ...417 ▫ Information - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 313
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 Ⅵ STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED ...434 ▫ Radio Operation ...435 ▫ CD Player ...435 Ⅵ CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...436 Ⅵ RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES ...436 Ⅵ CLIMATE CONTROLS ...437 ▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System - If Equipped - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 314
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 2 3 4 - Air Vents - Instrument Cluster - Shift Lever - Radio 5 6 7 8 - Analog Clock - Upper Glove Compartment - Lower Glove Compartment - Climate Controls 9 - DVD - If Equipped 10 - Storage Bin 11 - Cup Holders 12 - Switch - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 315
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - BASE 4 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 316
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - PREMIUM - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 317
High Beam Indicator ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage. This indicator shows that the high beam head2. Front Fog Light Indicator - If Equipped lights are on. Push the multifunction lever forThis indicator will illuminate when the front fog ward to switch the headlights to high beam - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 318
was before the repair or service. It is a good idea for you to make a record of the odometer reading before the repair/ service, so that you can be Fuse Fault This also displays Trip A and Trip B, DTE, MPG or CHAngE OIL ...Oil Change Required L/100km, OAT (Outside Air Temperature) information to Base - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 319
chime has sounded, to indicate STEP button on the steering wheel to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle-based, which appear the next time the vehicle is started. means the engine - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 320
illuminates when you If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it start the engine, the oil change indicator system did not indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 321
INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 322
your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 323
may illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations drive normally and will not require towing. CAUTION! Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on could cause damage - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 324
greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. NOTE: The "ESC Off Indicator Light" and the "ESC Activation/ Malfunction Indicator Light" come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN. Each time the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 325
shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when The highest available transmission gear is displayed in the ignition switch is in the ON of the Electronic Vehicle Informa15. Air Bag Warning Light tion Center (EVIC) whenever the Electronic Range Select This light will turn on for four to eight seconds - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 326
master cylinder has dropped below a specified level. The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level conditions. The vehicle should have service performed, and the brake fluid level checked. If - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 327
ON/RUN position. the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is The gauge pointer will likely indicate a , up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range. 4 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 328
continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealer for service. WARNING! (Continued) look under the hood yourself, see "Maintaining Your to ON/RUN and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle's - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 329
YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 If the charging system light remains on, it means that the 24. Engine Temperature Warning Light vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging This light warns of an overheated engine condisystem. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an authotion. As engine coolant - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 330
328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light 26. Transmission Temperature Warning Light During sustained high speed driving or trailer This light informs you of a problem with the towing up long grades on hot days, the autoElectronic Throttle Control (ETC) - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 331
! Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or . WARNING! If you continue operating the vehicle when the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 332
330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This system conveniently allows the driver to select a The system allows the driver to select information by variety of useful information by pressing the switches pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 333
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 UP Button Press and release the UP button to scroll upward through the main menus (Fuel Economy, Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Units, System Setup) and sub-menus. DOWN Button BACK Button Press the BACK button to scroll back to a previous menu or - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 334
then stored (as long as the condition that activated it remains active) and can be reviewed from the ЉMessagesЉ main menu item. As long as there is a stored message are ЉTurn Signal OnЉ (if a turn signal is left on) and ЉLights OnЉ (if driver leaves the vehicle). • Unstored Messages Until RUN These - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 335
• Key not programmed the following messages: • Key in ignition • Ignition or Accessory On • Remote start aborted - Door ajar • Remote start aborted - Hood ajar vehicle starts moving) • Low Tire Pressure • Service TPM System (refer to "Tire Pressure Monitoring System" in "Starting And Operating") • - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 336
YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • RKE Battery Low • Service Keyless System • LOW WASHER FLUID • Oil Change Required • Check Gascap • Left Front Turn Signal Light Out • Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out • Right Front Turn Signal Light Out • Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out • Park Assist Disabled • Blind Spot - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 337
is displayed. For further information on ERS, refer to "Starting And Operating" • Electronic Speed Control Ready • Electronic Speed Control SET This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET. For further information, refer to "Electronic Speed Control" in "Understanding The - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 338
in the telltale display area. Tighten the fuel • Oil Pressure Warning Light filler cap properly and press the SELECT button to turn This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The off the message. If the problem continues, the message light should turn on momentarily when the engine is will appear - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 339
an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is required. You may require towing. • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • Engine Temperature Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the This light warns - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 340
"What To Do In Emergencies" for more information. • Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Then, shift - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 341
Enter-N-Go™. To turn off the (Do not start the engine.) message temporarily, press and release the MENU button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds. performing the scheduled maintenance) refer to the following - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 342
, the display will read "zero" for start the engine, the oil change indicator system did not two seconds. Then, the history information will be Fuel Economy (AVG) • Distance To Empty (DTE) • Miles Per Gallon (MPG) Average Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. The Average - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 343
the instantaneous MPG in bar graph form while driving. This will monitor the gas mileage in real-time as you drive and can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy. Vehicle Speed Press and release the UP or DOWN button until "Vehicle NOTE: Significant changes in driving - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 344
342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip Info Press and release the UP or DOWN button until "Trip Info" is highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press and release the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight one of the following functions if you want to reset it: Trip A Elapsed Time Shows - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 345
the SELECT button. The EVIC, odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) can be changed between English and Metric units of measure. To make your selection, scroll up or down of hours of engine operation. available information displays, then press SELECT to display any one of the following choices. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 346
ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to Automatic Compass Calibration change ignition switch position, current ignition status This compass is self the will be displayed in the lower right corner of the EVIC need to manually reset the compass. When the vehicle is display to the right of the odometer - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 347
cables, railroad tracks, etc. 5. Complete one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the Manual Compass Calibration "CAL" indicator turns off. The compass will now If the compass appears erratic and the CAL indicator function normally. does not appear - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 348
346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properly set, the compass will - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 349
selected language. when the transmission is in PARK. If the transmission is out of PARK or the vehicle begins moving, a warning message SYSTEM SETUP NOT AVAILABLE VEHICLE NOT IN PARK displays when you try to select "System Setup" from the main menu. 4 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 350
" in "Understanding When this feature is selected the navigation system The Features Of Your Vehicle" for system function and utilizes voice commands, guiding you through the drive operating information. route mile by mile, turn-by-turn until the final destination is reached. To make your selection - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 351
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Door 1st Press is selected, you must press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice, to unlock the passenger's doors. When All Doors 1st Press is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button. To make your - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 352
350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL press and release the SELECT button until a check-mark a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the appears next to the feature showing the system has been system has been activated or the check-mark is removed activated or the check-mark is removed - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 353
button until a check- Intermittent Wiper Options - If Equipped mark appears next selection, press and release Headlamps with Wipers (Available with Auto the SELECT button until a check-mark causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the brightness, refer to "Lights" in "Understanding The - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 354
next to the setting, showing When this feature is selected the signal lamps activate that the setting has been selected. when power or manual sliding doors are in operation, signaling other drivers that someone may be exiting or Illuminated Approach entering the vehicle. To make your selection - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 355
to the memorized seat Alert feature can be activated in "Blind Spot Alert Lights" location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set mode, when . The Blind Spot Alert feature can be activated in "Blind Spot Alert Lights/CHM" The Features Of Your Vehicle" for further information. mode, in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 356
Off Press and release SELECT to turn the menu off. Uconnect® 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV - IF EQUIPPED Refer to your Uconnect® user's manual for detailed operating instructions. Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) - If Equipped Refer to "Voice Command" for further details. Operating - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 357
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Uconnect® 130 Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the the right increases the volume, and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played. 4 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 358
the new station until you make SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL conanother selection. Holding either button will bypass trol knob to save time change. stations without stopping, until you release it. 5. To exit, press any button/knob, or wait five seconds. TIME Button RW/FF Press the TIME - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 359
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 360
stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. Operation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play NOTE: • The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. • This radio is capable - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 361
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 362
compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the right SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 363
pay attention to the following restrictions. • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file Supported Media (Disc Types) names and folder names is limited. For large numbers The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to CDDA, CD - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 364
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). Discs created with an option such as Љkeep disc open after writingЉ are most likely - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 365
Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, change the mode to • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than auxiliary device if the AUX jack non-multisession discs audio sounds distorted, recommended Press this button to change the display to time of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 366
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in increases the volume, and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 367
is not Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next available on your vehicle, a "Not Equipped With Uconnect listenable station in AM or this feature is not Refer to "Voice Command" for further details. available on your vehicle, a "Not Equipped With Uconnect Phone" message will display - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 368
- Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the trol knob to save time change. direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. AM or FM frequencies. The clock - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 369
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 370
Foreign Language Information Jazz News Nostalgia 16-Digit Character Display None Adlt Hit Classicl Cls Rock College Country Language Inform Jazz News Nostalga Program Type Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 371
2 will show in the trol knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and save time change. 4 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 372
YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. MP3 Audio Play The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by NOTE: pressing the pushbutton twice. • The - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 373
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON/RUN and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 374
compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the right SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 375
pay attention to the following restrictions. • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file Supported Media (Disc Types) names and folder names is limited. For large numbers The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to CDDA, CD - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 376
374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). Discs created with an option such as Љkeep disc open after writingЉ are most likely - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 377
TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if available). increase with more files and folders Press the INFO button once more to discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the "Disc at Once" option Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 378
to Љelapsed timeЉ display. Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in service is not available in Hawaii and has Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- limited coverage in Alaska. iary device if the AUX jack - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 379
(ESN/SID) Selecting Uconnect® (Satellite) Mode Press the SAT button until ЉSATЉ appears in the display. Please have the following information available when A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio calling: mode. 1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Satellite - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 380
in the without stopping until you release it. form of short audio mutes. SCAN Button • Driving under wide bridges or along tall the search, press the SCAN cause signal blockage. button a second time. Operating Instructions - Uconnect® (Satellite) Mode INFO Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 381
button allows you to select the following items: 4 Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type • Display Sirius ID number - Press the AUDIO/ SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. This mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button number is used to activate, deactivate - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 382
pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations). You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) - the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display If Equipped window. Each button can be set for SET - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 383
RB2 User's Manual. iPod®/USB/MP3 control is available only if equipped as an option with these radios. This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port, located in the glove compartment. iPod® control supports - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 384
PANEL NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate Uconnect® Multimedia radio User's Manual for iPod® or external USB device support capability. • Connecting an iPod® or consumer electronic audio device to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate, plays media, but does not use - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 385
, it may not communicate with the iPod®/USB/ • The audio device battery charges when plugged into the USB/AUX connector (if supported by the specific MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained. audio device). Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod®/USB/ MP3 control system may - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 386
and say ЉUSBЉ or ЉSwitch to USBЉ. Once in the iPod®/USB/ MP3 control mode, audio tracks (if available from audio • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and device) start playing over the vehicle's audio system. holding the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 387
the next screen of data for that track. Once all • RND button (available on sales code RES radio only): screens have been viewed, the last INFO VR button and say ЉShuffle ONЉ or • Pressing the REPEAT button will change the audio ЉShuffle OffЉ. If the RND icon is showing on the radio device mode - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 388
device. • TUNE control knob: The TUNE control knob functions in a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio device or external USB device. • Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the track detail on the radio display. Once - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 389
or external USB device sub-menu levels are available on this system. • MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button is another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio device. CAUTION! • Leaving the iPod® or external USB device (or any supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in extreme heat - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 390
Љ. To enter BTSA mode, press either "AUX" button on the 3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the radio or press the VR button and say "Bluetooth Streaming Uconnect® phone system to list the audio devices. Audio". Next Track Play Mode Use the SEEK UP button, or press the VR button on - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 391
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 Browse Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) device. Only the current song that is equipped with either a standard DVD player or a Blu-ray Disc Player. If equipped with a Blu-ray Disc Player, the icon will be present on the Player. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 392
, Channel 1 on the begin automatically after the disc is inserted into Blu-ray Remote Control and Headphones refers to Screen 1 VES™ disc Player follow or VES™ control screen. Blu-ray Disc Player, or by the rear seat occupants using • Touch the 1 soft-key to select an audio channel, then the remote - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 393
navigate disc menu and options. NOTE: Due to the size of the content on a Blu-ray disc, the disc may not start playing immediately. Play Video Games Connect the video game console to the Auxiliary RCA input jacks or HDMI port, located on the left side behind 1. HDMI port 2. Audio/Video In the second - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 394
, be sure to follow the standard color coding for the VES™ jacks: NOTE: Certain high-end video games, such as Playstation3 and XBox360 will exceed the power limit of the vehicle's Power Inverter. Refer to the Power Inverter section in your vehicle's Owner's Manual for more information. Ensure the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 395
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 3. Touch the 1 soft-key and then touch either AUX 1 or AUX 2 in the VES column (depending which AUX input 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. is used). To exit press the back arrow soft-key at the top 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 396
the bottom of the screen. 2. While looking at the video screen, either press Up/ Down/Left/Right on the Remote Control to highlight the desired audio source or repeatedly press the SOURCE button on the remote until the desired audio source appears on the screen. Select FM Mode On The VES Screen - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 397
on Channel 2 while a video is playing on Channel 1, touch the 2 soft-key and choose 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. an audio source. To exit touch the back arrow soft-key at 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES the top left of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 398
(If Equipped) on Channel 2. Dual Video Screen Play A DVD Using The Touch-Screen Radio Using The Remote Control NOTE: Headunit DVD player does not play Blu-Ray discs. 1. Press the SOURCE button on the Remote Control. 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE or LOAD hard-key on the 2. While looking at Screen 1 or - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 399
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls. If a channel list is displayed, press the HIDE LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen. 4 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 400
Screen 1 for second row passengers, ensure the Remote Control and Headphone not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle switch is on Channel 1. must Screen 2 for third row passengers, sion. In vehicles with manual transmission the parking ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch is - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 401
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 Using The Remote Control 1. Press the SOURCE button on the Remote Control. NOTE: • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown on the left side of the screen. 2. While looking at Screen 1 or 2, highlight VES DISC by either pressing Up/Down/Left/Right - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 402
400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls. If a channel list is displayed, touch the HIDE LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen. 3. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 403
. not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle must be stopped, and the shift lever must be in the NOTE: The Blu-ray player has basic control functions PARK position for vehicles with automatic transmis- such as Menu, Play, Pause, FF, RW and Stop. sion. In vehicles with manual transmission - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 404
3. NOTE: • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown on the left side of the screen. NOTE: • Channel/Screen 2 select mode information is shown • To view a Blu-ray Disc on the radio press the RADIO/ on the right side of the screen. MEDIA hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the VES - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 405
Blu-ray Disc on the Touch-Screen radio 2. While looking at the video screen, either press Up/ Down/Left/Right on the Remote Control to highlight screen is not available in all states/provinces, and the the desired audio manual transmission the parking brake must be engaged. Listen To An Audio Source - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 406
on Channel 2 while a video is playing on Channel 1, touch the 2 soft-key and choose 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. an audio source. To exit touch the back arrow soft-key at 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES the top left of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 407
the touch-screen radio DVD player and • The DVD Player can play CDs and DVDs. Blu-ray Disc Player. Important Notes For Dual Video Screen System • In split screen mode the left side equates to Channel 1 • Audio can be heard through the headphones even and the right side equates to Channel 2. when - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 408
and wireless headphone transmitter for the selected Channel on or off. To hear audio while the screen is closed, press the Power button to turn the headphone currently affected channel or channel button is illuminated momentarily. 3. Light - Turns the remote control backlighting on or off. The - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 409
chapter. In ing PROG Down selects the previous preset stored in menu modes use to navigate in the menu. the radio. When listening to compressed audio on a data disc, PROG Up selects the next directory and 6. ᭢ / Prev - In radio modes, press to select to the PROG Down selects the previous directory - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 410
audio track or video chapter. In menu modes use to navigate in the menu. 14. MODE/SOURCE - Press to change the mode of the selected channel. See the Mode Selection section of 18. ENTER/OK - Press to select the highlighted option this manual for details on changing , select next audio track or video - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 411
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 Blu-ray Player Remote Control - If Equipped Controls And Indicators 1. Power - Turns the screen and wireless headphone transmitter for the selected Channel on or off. To hear audio while the screen is closed, press the Power button to turn the headphone - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 412
or video chapter. Press and hold to fast disc is stopped, press the SETUP button to access the rewind through the current audio track or video Blu-ray Setup menu. chapter. 7. ᭤᭤ - Press and release to jump to the next available audio track or video chapter. Press and hold to fast 14. Mutes headphone - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 413
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 Remote Control Storage The video screen(s) come with a built in storage compartment for the remote control which is accessible when the screen is opened. To remove the remote, use your index finger to pull and rotate the remote towards you. Do not try to pull - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 414
from making any • Locate the battery compartment on the back of the changes, press the Video Lock button on the DVD remote, then slide the , making sure to orient them with a DVD player, follow the radio's instructions to according to the polarity diagram shown. turn Video Lock on. The radio - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 415
occupants that may not be able to do so for themselves. If no audio is heard after increasing the volume control, verify that the screen is muted and the headphone channel selector switch is on the desired channel. If audio is still not heard, check that fully 1. Volume Control 2. Power Button - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 416
414 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blu-ray Headphones Operation The headphones receive two separate channels of audio using an infrared transmitter from the video screen. Front seat occupants receive some headphone audio coverage to allow them to adjust the headphone volume for the young rear - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 417
to the next mode. When the mode is in an audio only source (such Changing the Audio Mode for Headphones as FM), the Mode Selection menu appears on screen, use the cursor buttons on the remote control to naviswitch. gate to the available modes and press the OK button to NOTE: select the new mode. • - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 418
are specifically not covered (replacement foam is available for a nominal charge). UNWIRED Unwired® Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited TECHNOLOGY IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INJURIES Warranty OR DAMAGES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY RESULTWho Does This Warranty Cover? This warranty covers the ING FROM THE USE OF - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 419
limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights, which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. What Will Unwired® Do? Unwired®, at its option shared mode, the same audio source is heard in the shared headphone channel 1 or channel 2. 4 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 420
VES™, only the radio is able to control the radio functions. In this case, VES™ can share the radio mode, but not change stations until the radio mode is changed to a mode that is different from the VES™ selected radio mode. When shared, the radio has priority over the VES™ or all - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 421
PANEL 419 Information Mode Display 4. Channel 2 Mode 5. Channel 2 Shared Status 6. Channel 2 Audio Only/Mute 7. Channel 1 ENTER/OK Button Action 8. Channel 2 ENTER/OK Button Action 9. Clock 10. Video Lock 11. Not Available / Error 12. Disc Changer Status 4 Information Mode Video Screen Display - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 422
420 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Numeric Keypad Menu When the display for either Channel 1 or Channel 2 shows DIRECT TUNE, pressing the remote control's OK button activates a numeric keypad menu. This screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, satellite channel, or track - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 423
When listening to Satellite audio, pressing the remote control's POP UP/MENU button displays a list of all available channels. Navigate this list on the screen. Disc Menu 4 Disc Menu For CDs When listening to a CD Audio or CD Data disc, pressing the remote control's POP UP/MENU button displays a - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 424
source and channel. • Close the video screen. • To change the current audio mode, press the remote control's SOURCE button. This will automatically seTo change the settings, press the remote control's navilect the next available audio mode without using the gation buttons (᭡, ᭢) to select an - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 425
will stop playing and a warning will be displayed. DVD Audio Support 4 When a DVD-Audio disc is inserted in the VES™ DVD The Blu-Ray player is capable of the playing the follow- player, the DVD-Audio title on the disc is played by default (most DVD-Audio discs also have a Video title, ing types of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 426
problems, use the following change in level, remember to lower the volume before guidelines when recording discs. changing -Audio sessions, the player will renumber the recorded in CD-Audio are not supported. Other formats (such as UDF, HFS, or compatible format and is playable on other - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 427
use If you are still having trouble writing a disc that is discs. artist name, track title, album, etc.) are supported. The recommended method for labeling recordable discs • Any file MP3 (MPEG-1 ing the next available file. Audio Layer 3) and WMA (Windows Media Audio) files from a CD Data disc - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 428
first track. previous file. • To change the current directory, use the remote con Blu-ray player may require additional reading time incompatible disc format are all potential causes for a during extremely cold weather conditions. When this ЉDisc ErrorЉ message. occurs, allow the vehicles interior - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 429
code, activate the DVD Setup Menu. To enter DVD Setup Menu stop the DVD, enter radio disc mode, then DVD setup and follow these additional instructions: • Using the remote control Up and Down cursor buttons, highlight the Language item you want to edit, and then press the remote control ENTER/OK - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 430
8) assigned to remote control's ENTER/OK button. If the language them where lower numbers are designated for all audicode is not valid, the numbers all change back to ЉଁЉ. ences and higher numbers are designated for more adult If the digits are visible after this step, then the lan- audiences. When - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 431
the DVD Setup Menu and password) and the default password is 0000. follow these additional instructions: • Using the remote control Left and Right cursor buttons, select the Rating tab. • Highlight ЉChange PasswordЉ, and then press the remote control's ENTER/OK button. • Enter the current password - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 432
, activate the DVD Setup Menu and control's ENTER/OK button to accept the change. follow these additional instructions: • Using the remote control's Left and Right cursor buttons, select the Rating tab. • Highlight ЉChange RatingЉ, and then press the remote control's ENTER/OK button. • Enter the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 433
The website provides the Source Code ЉAs IsЉ and without warranty of any kind. By downloading Source Code, you expressly assume all LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (ЉAVC - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 434
OR (ii) DECODE VC-1 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commercially-produced film and videos and their - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 435
DivX technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is video. Visit divx.com for more information and software intended for home and other limited viewing uses only tools to convert your files into DivX videos. unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 436
DivX Certified® and associated logos are trade- STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS - marks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are IF EQUIPPED used under license. Trademark • Blu-ray Disc™, Blu-ray™ and the logos are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. • Java is a registered trademark of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 437
the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume. Pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume. Pressing the center button changes the operation of the radio from AM to FM, or to CD mode, depending on which radio is in the vehicle. The button located in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 438
: or have protection encoding. Try a known good disc 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. before considering disc player service. CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES wiping from center - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 439
, below the radio. tion. Rear Panel mode is automatically selected when the Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System - front control is in the Panel mode. out comfort controls can be set to obtain desired interior of the rear floor outlets. conditions. CLIMATE CONTROLS With the Three-Zone - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 440
position. 3. Front Blower Control • Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The Manual Temperature Control blower speed increases as you move the control to the 1. Left Front Temperature Control right from the "O" (Off) position. There are - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 441
Temperature Control - If Equipped maximum blower and temperature settings for best • Provides temperature control for the rear cabin. Turn windshield and Mix Mode Air is directed through the floor, defrost and side window demist outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 442
can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 443
not • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturballowed. ing the mode control selection. NOTE: • In Floor and Mix mode the system will turn off 10. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Recirculation mode after five minutes of operation. Press and release to change - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 444
window deEconomy Mode mist outlets. If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn off the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. Rotate the temperature control knob to the desired temperature. Also, make sure to select only Panel, Bi - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 445
. The unit provides warm or cool air through the floor and upper outlets. The rear blower and temperature controls for the rear seat passengers are located in the headliner, near the center of the vehicle. 4 Rear Manual Climate Controls 1 - Rear Blower 2 - Rear Temperature 3 - Rear Mode 4 - Rear - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 446
rear blower control knob can be manually set to off, or any the rear of the vehicle. Rear Temperature Control To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, and any rear overhead adjustments are ignored. CAUTION! Interior air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature Control System through - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 447
air. Moving the air vanes of the outlets you may wish to recirculate interior air by to one side will shut off the airflow. pressing the Recirculation button is selected. Push the button a second time to turn off the floor outlets. Recirculation mode LED and allow outside air into the vehicle. NOTE - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 448
ATC system automatically maintains the interior comfort level desired by temselect individual comfort settings. perature, even under changing conditions. • When occupants in the vehicle ATC) - If Equipped • The system can be controlled manually, if desired. • SYNC feature links the controls for all - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 449
This display shows the current Mode selection (Panel, Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when ON. Performing this function Bi-Level, Floor, Mix). will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode. The 4. Blower Control Display blower will engage immediately if the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 450
to select. Refer to "Automatic Operation" for more information. Performing this function will cause 10. Rear Control Button the ATC to switch between manual mode and automatic Provides toggle operation between front control screen modes. and rear control screen. Push the button to activate the 13 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 451
select between Modes (Panel, BiLevel, Floor, Mix). Performing this function will cause the The Three-Zone ATC system allows for adjustment of the rear climate controls from the front ATC panel. ATC to switch into manual mode. 16. Recirculation Control Button To change the rear system settings: Press - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 452
450 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Blower Control Display This display shows the current Blower speed selection. 4. Rear Auto Indicator This indicates when the system is in Rear Auto mode. Automatic Operation 1. Press the AUTO button on the front ATC Panel and the words Front Auto will - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 453
for your comfort level, it is Rear Mode Control not necessary to change the settings. You will experi- Headliner Mode ence the greatest efficiency by outlets and the • The temperature can be displayed in English or Metric floor outlets. units by selecting the "Display Units of Measure in" customer- - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 454
the direction of the airflow the temperature doors will continue to operate automati- by selecting one of the following positions. Panel Mode cally. Manual Operation Blower Control Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted for There are seven fixed - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 455
453 Bi-Level Mode Mix Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window outlets and defrost outlets. A slight amount of demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or air is also directed through the side window demister snowy conditions - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 456
rapid cooling is desired, tor to manually activate or deactivate the air condiyou may wish to recirculate interior air by tioning system. When in allow NOTE: outside air into the vehicle. • If the system is in Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C NOTE: In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 457
rear of the right side sliding door, and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position. The system provides heated air through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the headliner outlets. The rear system temperature control is on the front ATC panel located on the instrument - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 458
and maintain that Programmable Features" in this Section. comfort level. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the settings. You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 459
rear blower control knob can be manually set to off, or any the rear of the vehicle. Rear Temperature Control To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, rotate level desired by the rear seat occupants. CAUTION! Interior air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature Control System through - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 460
Your Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the Vehicle" for proper coolant selection. floor outlets. Winter Operation NOTE: In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level To ensure the best possible heater and defroster performode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head- mance - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 461
YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 459 Vacation/Storage Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for from the air. Refer to "Air Conditioning" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for filter replacement instructions. 4 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 462
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STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Ⅵ STARTING PROCEDURES ...465 Ⅵ AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ...472 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...465 ▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go™ - If Equipped ...467 ▫ Normal Starting...468 ▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F or −29°C) ...469 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start ...470 ▫ After Starting ... - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 464
INFORMATION ...504 Ⅵ ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) ...492 Ⅵ TIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION...515 ▫ Tire Pressure ...515 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light...494 Ⅵ ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ...494 ▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ...495 ▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...496 ▫ Electronic Stability Control - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 465
Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped...520 ▫ Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped ...521 ▫ Full Size Spare - If Equipped ...522 ▫ Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped ...522 ▫ Tire Spinning ...523 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...523 ▫ Life Of Tire ...524 ▫ Replacement Tires ...524 Ⅵ TIRE CHAINS - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 466
...549 ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Ⅵ TRAILER TOWING ...Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles ...545 ▫ Common Towing Definitions . ▫ Starting ...545 ▫ Towing Tips ...▫ Cruising Range ...545 Ⅵ RECREATIONAL TOWING ▫ Replacement Parts ...546 (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ▫ Maintenance ...546 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 467
AND OPERATING 465 STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 468
466 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the following precautions are not observed: • Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the engine is above idle speed. • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 469
STARTING AND OPERATING 467 Keyless Enter-N-Go™ - If Equipped This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push Removing The Button of a button, as long as the ENGINE 1. The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed START/STOP button is installed and from the ignition switch - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 470
468 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. 2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button once. 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 471
To change the ignition switch positions without starting the vehicle and use the accessories Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F or −29°C) follow these steps. To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (available - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 472
hold the brake pedal. 2. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the fire causing serious personal injury. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 473
dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel: decrease as the engine warms up. 1. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. 5 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 474
472 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord. The engine block heater must be plugged in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 475
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 WARNING! • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 476
engine can be started and stopped but the key fob cannot be removed until you obtain service. Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock center stack of the instrument panel and a green light will indicate the ECON mode is engaged. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 477
STARTING AND OPERATING 475 When the Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode is engaged, the vehicle control systems will change the following: • The transmission will upshift sooner and downshift later. • The transmission will skip select gears during shifts to allow the engine to operate at - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 478
476 STARTING AND OPERATING Six-Speed Automatic Transmission The shift lever position display (located in the instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. You must press the brake pedal to move the shift lever out of PARK (Refer to "Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System" in this - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 479
has only PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift positions. Manual downshifts can be made using the Electronic Range Select (ERS) to the left or right (-/+) while in the DRIVE position will select the highest available transmission gear, and will display that gear in the instrument cluster as 6, 5, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 480
478 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 481
STARTING AND OPERATING 479 WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 482
come to a complete stop. WARNING! Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 483
Towing A Disabled Vehicle" in "What To Do In Emergencies" for further information. DRIVE This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and downshifts, and the best or below), operation may briefly be limited to third gear only. Normal operation will - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 484
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission recur. can be reset to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 485
The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the the shift lever to the left (-) or right (+) will change the top driver to limit the highest available gear when the shift available gear. lever is in the DRIVE position. For example, if you shift the transmission into 3 (third gear), the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 486
tap the shift lever to the left (-) repeatedly as the vehicle slows. The transmission will shift to the range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down. Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. A clutch - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 487
STARTING AND OPERATING 485 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the front ( - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 488
486 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING THROUGH WATER Shallow Standing Water Driving through water more than a few inches/centi- Although your vehicle is capable of driving through meters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety shallow standing water, consider the following Caution and - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 489
in further damage. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. • Getting water inside your vehicle's engine can cause it to limits your vehicle's braking capabilities, which increases stopping distances. Therefore, after driving through standing water, drive slowly and lightly - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 490
increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering considered normal and do not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system. • Upon initial start-up a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 491
AND OPERATING 489 Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected, damage your power steering components. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 5 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 492
as you feel the brake disengage. Parking Brake When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position, the "Brake Warning Light" in the instrument cluster will illuminate. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 493
flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle. • This light only shows that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. When parking on a hill, it is important to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 494
ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a short time after the stop) • A clicking sound of solenoid valves CAUTION! If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 495
STARTING AND OPERATING 493 • Brake pedal pulsations • A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop WARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System cannot prevent collisions, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 496
(TSC), and Hill Start Assist (HSA). These systems complement If the "Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light" is on, the brake the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) by optimizing the system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore vehicle braking capability during emergency braking the benefits of anti - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 497
TCS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics functions similarly to a limited-slip differential, and from acting on the vehicle, nor can it or dangerous Traction Control System (TCS) The "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light" (in the instrument cluster) will start to flash as soon as - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 498
optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the ABS. Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the system, you must apply continuous braking pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 499
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC corrects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 500
of only be turned off for specific reasons as noted below. ESC, (except for the limited slip feature described in ESC Partial Off the TCS section), has been disabled and the ؆ESC Off Indicator Light؆ will be illuminated. When in ؆Partial This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the "ESC - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 501
ESC system. If this ESC system is in the ؆Partial Off؆ mode. light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several in deep snow, sand or rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the "Partial Off" diagnosed and - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 502
recommendations. Refer that caused the ESC activation. to "Trailer Towing" in "Starting and Operating" for further information. When TSC is functioning, the "ESC The "ESC OFF Indicator Light" indicates the Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light" will flash, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 503
STARTING AND OPERATING 501 WARNING! If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle down, stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the trailer load to eliminate trailer sway. Hill Start Assist (HSA) The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 504
502 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system will not activate and slight rolling may occur. This could cause a collision with another vehicle or object. Always remember the driver - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 505
"ESC Off" switch (located in the lower switch Towing With HSA bank below the climate controls) four times within HSA will provide assistance when starting on a grade 20 seconds. The "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator when pulling a trailer. Light" should turn on and turn off two times. 8. Rotate - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 506
"Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Under1 - U.S. DOT Safety Standards 4 - Maximum Load standing Your Instrument Panel" for further information. Code (TIN) 5 - Maximum Pressure 2 - Size Designation 3 - Service Description 6 - Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 507
into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter ЉPЉ is absent from this tire size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H. NOTE: • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 508
EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ؆...blank...؆ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 509
ЉRЉ means radial construction - ЉDЉ means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index - A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and posted speed limits) 5 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 510
any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load- Maximum load indicates the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 511
STARTING AND OPERATING 509 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation - This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location ( - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 512
inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard. A paper label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehicle's loading capacity, the original equipment tire sizes and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures. Maximum Inflation Pressure Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 513
STARTING AND OPERATING 511 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver's side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver's side door. Tire And Loading Information Placard 5 Tire and Loading - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 514
capacity if you Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo trailer towing, refer to sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 515
safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load (392 kg). capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 516
514 STARTING AND OPERATING - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 517
vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure control. • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle. (Continued) 5 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 518
516 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. Economy Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 519
STARTING AND OPERATING 517 Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver's side "B" Pillar or rear edge of the driver's side door. At least once a month: • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 520
The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and temperature changes. within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condiTire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per tions are . Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h). - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 521
, or Run Flat tires that have experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced immediately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and service description (Load Index and Speed Code). All Season Tires - If Equipped All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, summer, fall and - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 522
. and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be Snow Tires poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states proSome areas of the country require the use of snow tires hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be during the winter. Snow tires can be identified by a checked before - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 523
in the tire rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation pattern. do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 524
axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn WARNING! to the tread wear indicators, or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited-use spare inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on your Tire and - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 525
STARTING AND OPERATING 523 Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 526
control and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death. The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little factors including, but not limited to: exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact • Driving style with oil - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 527
specified for your vehicle. Some combinations ample found in the Tire Safety Information section of this of unapproved tires and wheels may change susmanual for more information relating to the Load Index pension dimensions and performance characterisand Speed Symbol of a tire. tics, resulting in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 528
) • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity, other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle. Using the use of a traction device that meets the SAE type "Class S" specification is recommended. • Due to limited clearance, P225/65R17 and 225/65R17 tires with a Security Chain - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 529
large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle. • Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pavement. • Observe the traction device manufacturer's instructions on the method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for use. Always use the suggested operating speed of the device manufacturer - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 530
528 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is the "rearward cross" shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at does not apply to some directional tires that must not be different loads and perform different steering, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 531
the recommended cold tire placard pressure on cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire in order for the "Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light" pressure after a vehicle has not been driven for more than to be turned off. The system will automatically update three hours - and in - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 532
sufficiently low enough to turn on the "Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light." Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use aftermarket sealants or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 533
STARTING AND OPERATING 531 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, and the TPMS will inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the "Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light." The Basic TPMS consists of the following components: • Receiver Module • Four Tire - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 534
the placard label on the driver's-side B-Pillar). 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting The system will automatically update and the "Tire that affects radio wave signals. Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light" will extinguish once 3. Accumulation of excessive snow and/or ice around the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 535
PRESSURE" message will long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure be displayed and the "Tire Pressure Monitoring Tellwarning limit in any of the four active road tires. tale Light" will turn on. NOTE: The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 3. After driving for up to 20 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 536
wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver Module. TPMS Low Pressure Warnings The "Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light" will illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire pressures - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 537
to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM Message TPMS sensors. The "Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light" will flash on and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting system fault is detected. The system - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 538
addition, the EVIC will system still needs to be serviced as long as the "SERVICE display a "SERVICE TPM SYSTEM" message for a TPM SYSTEM" message place of the pressure value. ing limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, the "Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light" will remain on, the "LOW TIRE - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 539
automatically. In addition, the "Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light" will turn off and the graphic in the EVIC no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. General FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 540
of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as "Reformulated Gasoline." Light spark knock service is improve air quality. required. Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- The manufacturer supports available. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 541
with oxy- Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline containgenates such as Ethanol your vehicle. content may void the vehicle's warranty. CAUTION! DO NOT use gasoline containing Light" to illuminate. Pump labels should clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater than 10% Ethanol. Problems - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 542
(see your authorized dealer) without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, • change the engine oil and oil filter therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the the gasoline - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 543
products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 544
542 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 545
STARTING AND OPERATING 543 subjects that are unique to these vehicles. Please refer to the other sections of this manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline-only powered vehicles. CAUTION! Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 546
544 STARTING AND OPERATING For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternating E-85 is D5798). With non-seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel, you may experience If your vehicle is E-85 compatible, it will operate on hard starting and rough idle following start up even if unleaded gasoline with - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 547
used in regular gasoline are not fully compatible with E-85 and may form deposits MOPAR® engine oils, and in equivalent oils meeting Chrysler Specification MS-6395. The manufacturer only recommends engine your miles per gallon (mpg)/miles per liter and your driving range to decrease by about - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 548
your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol comleft side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 549
an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system and may cause the "Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)" to turn on, due to fuel vapors escaping from the system. • To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not "top off" the fuel tank - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 550
the fuel filler cap is properly the vehicle is refueled. tightened. Refer to "Onboard Diagnostic System" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 551
door or B-Pillar. • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) If seats are removed for carrying cargo, do not exceed the • Type of Vehicle specified GVWR and GAWR. • Month Day your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR. 5 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 552
vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb by weighing your vehicle on a Tire Size commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 553
of your vehicle will provide satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the front and rear GAWR. The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for operation. Weigh it on a commercial - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 554
, carefully Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) review this information to tow your load as efficiently The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all and safely as possible. cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temTo maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements porary) loaded - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 555
If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to more than 10% of the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 556
OPERATING 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. These kinds of hitches are the most popular on the market today and they are commonly used to tow small and - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 557
STARTING AND OPERATING 555 5 Without Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect) With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 558
for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry Standards I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) II - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 559
STARTING AND OPERATING 557 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) 3,000 lbs (1 360 kg)* * For vehicles equipped with Fold-in-Floor seating, the Gross Trailer Weight must be reduced Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds. 335 lbs (152 kg) 5 300 lbs (136 kg) by - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 560
stamped on part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and your bumper or trailer hitch. should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 561
. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the "Tire and Loading Information" placard for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle. CAUTION! • Do not tow a trailer at all - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 562
intervals. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings. WARNING! (Continued) • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do and trailer. Always connect the chains to the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 563
3. GAWR 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized . Towing Requirements - Tires • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. • procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits. 5 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 564
brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 565
any trailer will increase your stopping distance. When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a collision. Towing Requirements - Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 566
, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE gear can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in DRIVE, use the Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control to select a lower gear range. Seven-Pin - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 567
45 minutes of continuous operation, then change the transmission fluid and filter as specified for "police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing." Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to Turn off temporarily. maximize fuel efficiency. 5 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 568
wheels are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a 4. Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, followtow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow ing the dolly manufacturer's instructions. this procedure: 5. Release the parking brake. 1. Properly secure the dolly to the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 569
STARTING AND OPERATING 567 CAUTION! DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. CAUTION! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 5 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 570
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CONTENTS Ⅵ HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...570 Ⅵ IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ...570 Ⅵ JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ...571 ▫ Spare Tire Removal ...573 ▫ To Access Spare Tire Winch Drive Nut...574 ▫ Jacking Instructions ...580 ▫ Securing The Spare Tire ...587 ▫ Road Tire Installation ...589 ▫ Preparations - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 572
motorists. When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even to high. This allows the heater core to act as a though the ignition - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 573
drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the "H", turn the engine off immediately, and call for service. JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 574
be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Jack Location The jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stowed behind the rear left side trim panel in the rear cargo area. Turn the two cover latches to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 575
under the center of the vehicle between the front doors by means of a cable winch mechanism. The "spare tire drive" nut is located on the floor, under a plastic cap at the front of the floor console or under front super console forward bin liner. 6 Spare Tire Location - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 576
574 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To Access Spare Tire Winch Drive Nut To access the spare tire winch drive nut and lower the spare tire, you will need to refer to one of the following center console configurations. Super Console For vehicles equipped with the Super Console, the spare tire winch - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 577
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 575 1. Pull the lower drawer out from the rear of the floor console to gain clear access of the tire winch drive nut. 2. Open the front drawer to expose the storage compartment. 3. Remove the liner from the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 578
576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Premium/Base/Cargo Center Console Spare Tire Tools Pull the Winch Cover assembly plug (if equipped) to The tool pouch contains three pieces and can be asaccess the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 579
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577 6 Assembled T-handle A - Spare Tire Hook/T-handle B - Extension 1 C - Extension 2 Assembling The Spare Tire Hook A - Spare Tire Hook/T-handle B - Extension 1 C - Extension 2 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 580
the vehicle beneath the the cable to allow you to pull the spare tire out from center console area. underneath the vehicle. Spare Tire Removal Instructions CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch T-handle only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 581
through the spare tire to release it from the wheel. 6 Pulling Spare Tire NOTE: If either front tire is flat it may be necessary to jack up the vehicle to remove the compact spare tire/ cover assembly from under the vehicle. Removing Wheel Spacer - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 582
tire, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. Jacking Instructions WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 583
. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift. • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 584
582 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. NOTE: Refer to the "Compact Spare Tire" section of "Tires - General Information" for information about the spare tire, its use, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 585
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 583 Rear jack locations are between a pair of down-facing Front jack location is on the sill flange of the vehicle body tabs on the sill flange of the vehicle side body. and is located 6 in (150 mm) from door edge. 6 Rear Jacking Locations Front Jack Locations - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 586
on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift. 3. Place the wrench on the jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head is properly pull the wheel off the hub. 6. Install the compact spare tire. Lightly tighten the lug nuts. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 587
the spare tire is mounted incorrectly. WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station. 6 Mounting Spare Tire - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 588
to the "Spare Tire Tools" section for instructions on assembling the T-handle. 12. Stow the jack, jack handle and winch handle tools back in the stowage compartment. 10. Place the deflated (flat) tire and compact spare tire cover assembly in the rear cargo area. Do not stow 13. Check the compact - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 589
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 587 Securing The Spare Tire CAUTION! 1. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form a T-handle and fit the winch T-handle over the drive The winch mechanism is designed for use with the nut. Rotate the nut to the left until the winch mecha- winch T-handle only. Use of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 590
588 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! The compact spare tire/cover assembly must be used when the compact spare tire is stored. Failure to use this cover could drastically reduce the life of the compact spare tire. 4. Using the winch T-handle, rotate the drive nut to the right until the compact - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 591
studs which are on each side of the valve stem. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts. 6 Tire And Wheel Cover Or Center Cap 1 - Valve Stem 2 - Valve Notch 3 - Wheel Lug Nut 4 - Wheel Cover 5 - Mounting Stud - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 592
in a star pattern until end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the each nut has been tightened twice. The correct tightlug nuts. torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service WARNING! station. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 593
has been tightened twice. The correct tightend of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the ness of each lug nut is 100 ft/lbs (135 N·m). If your authorized dealer or service station. WARNING! Vehicles Without Wheel Covers To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 594
improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer's operating instructions and precautions. CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 595
parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK. 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories. 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 596
594 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. WARNING! Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 597
pressure that will spected at your authorized dealer. maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels or racing the engine. CAUTION! Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle's battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 598
596 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Press the ЉESC OffЉ switch, to place the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in ЉPartial OffЉ mode before rocking the vehicle. Refer to "Electronic Brake Control System" in "Starting and Operating" for further information.Once the vehicle has been freed, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 599
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 597 3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. shift lever override access cover (located near the top 5. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access right of the shift lever in the instrument - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 600
. If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC position. If the vehicle's battery is discharged, see ЉShift Lever OverrideЉ in ЉWhat To Do In EmergenciesЉ for instructions on shifting the transmission out of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 601
Without the Key Fob With Ignition Key The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 602
than 15 mi (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can cause severe transmission damage. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. CAUTION! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 603
- OBD II ...604 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ...605 Ⅵ EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS ...605 Ⅵ REPLACEMENT PARTS ...607 Ⅵ DEALER SERVICE ...607 Ⅵ MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...608 ▫ Engine Oil ...609 ▫ Engine Oil Filter ...611 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...612 ▫ Exhaust System ...612 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 604
Position Lamp ...650 ▫ Front Fog Lamp ...650 ▫ Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp ...651 ▫ Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) ...652 ▫ License Lamp ...652 Ⅵ FLUID CAPACITIES ...653 Ⅵ FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS ...654 ▫ Engine ...654 ▫ Chassis ...655 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 605
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 3.6L 7 1 2 3 4 5 - Air Filter - Power Steering Fluid Reservoir - Brake Fluid Reservoir - Battery - Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 - Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 - Engine Oil Dipstick 8 - Engine Oil Fill 9 - Coolant Pressure Cap 10 - Washer - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 606
your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard II If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system will turn on the "Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)." It will also store diagnostic - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 607
verifies the "Malfunction derstanding Your Instrument Panel" for further informaIndicator Light (MIL)" is functioning and is not tion. Tighten the be ready if your vehicle was recently If the problem persists, the message will appear the next serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 608
If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, you may need to do nothing is illuminated during normal happen: vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced • The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then before going - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 609
's warranty. motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE Your authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which include detailed service - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 610
the fixed maintenance schedule, there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the future. CAUTION! (Continued) • Your or air conditioning. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because of component malfunction, use only the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 611
the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change interthe oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the vals exceed - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 612
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Engine Oil - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 613
service maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Engine Oil Filter Synthetic strongly recommends against the at every engine oil change. addition of any additives (other than be taken in disposing of used engine oil and service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 614
Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 615
system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. CAUTION! • The catalytic converter requires the use misfire or other apparent loss of performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 616
tampering with emissions control sys- • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the tems can result in civil penalties being assessed against vehicle. you. • Do not engine and allow it to cool. Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer's specifications, should be obtained immediately. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 617
WARNING! (Continued) 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. WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 618
For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should . Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 619
Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. However, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. A/C Air Filter Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 620
secure the filter 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter cover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover. pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover. CAUTION! The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 621
grease should be removed. Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure proper function. When performing other underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 622
reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates. After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a few switch is in the ON position. (Continued) WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 623
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 WARNING! (Continued) • You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 624
flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any "globally compatible" coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 625
vehicle has been built with an improved engine that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stancoolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106) that dard MS-12106 vehicle. engine cooling system. Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 626
624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please note that it is the owner's responsibility to main- The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- accumulation of - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 627
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106 should be added to the coolant bottle. Do - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 628
and condenser clean. in the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, the contents of the • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter coolant expansion bottle must also be protected operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY against freezing - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 629
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing underhood services, or immediately if the "Brake System Warning Light" indicates system failure. Clean the top of the master cylinder area possible brake damage. You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency. 7 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 630
628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use only manufacturer's recommended brake fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information. WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 631
than the manufacturer's recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for fluid specifications. 7 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 632
Therefore, do not add any fluid addimission fluid level using a special service dipstick. If you tives to the transmission. The only exception to transmission components. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. CAUTION! If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 633
the corrosion Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper resistance built into your vehicle. maintenance intervals. What Causes Corrosion? In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of is disassembled for any reason. paint - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 634
632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Washing • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water. CAUTION! • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 635
, non-acidic cleaner. the owner. • For chrome wheels, use MOPAR® Chrome Cleaner • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 636
a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. • Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products. Interior Care Instrument Panel Surfaces Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following manner: The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface, which minimizes - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 637
do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp solvents Headlights Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 638
and When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To towel or rag that rag. A mild soap solution may be with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive household-type glass cleaner. - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 639
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 Seat Belt Maintenance Cleaning Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical The liner is top shelf dishwasher safe, or you may follow solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. the cleaning procedure below. Sun damage can also weaken the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 640
638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Totally Integrated Power Module The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the battery. Refer to the applicable "Engine Compartment" illustration in this section. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A label that - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 641
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected. The numbers inside the TIPM cover correspond to the following table. Cavity J1 J2 J3 J4 J5 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 642
640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity J7 Cartridge Fuse 30 Amp Pink 40 Amp Green 40 Amp Green MiniFuse - Description Antilock Brakes Valve/Stability Control System Power Memory Seat - If Equipped Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle Motor/Flex Fuel - If Equipped Headlamp Wash/ Manifold Tuning Valve - If - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 643
Yellow 10 Amp Red 25 Amp Natural Description Rear Center Brake Lamp/Brake Switch Front Fog Lamps Front/Rear Axle Locker, Vacuum Pump Motor Trailer Tow Inverter M2 M3 - - J19 J20 J21 J22 - - - - M4 Front/Rear Washer M5 Sunroof Module - - 7 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 644
642 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity M6 Cartridge Fuse - MiniFuse 20 Amp Yellow Description Power Outlet #1 (ACC), Rain Sensor, Cigar Lighter (Instrument Panel or with Console Rear) Power Outlet #2 (BATT/ACC SELECT) - Center Seat or with Console Rear Front Heated Seat - If Equipped Cavity M9 M10 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 645
Clock Module, MultiFunction Control Switch - If Equipped Trailer Tow - If Equipped Cavity M15 Cartridge Fuse - MiniFuse 20 -Function Control Switch, Tire Pressure Monitor, Glow Plug Module - If Equipped Airbag Module/ Occupant Classification Module Left Tail/License/ Park Lamp, Running Lamps M16 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 646
M20 Cartridge Fuse - - - MiniFuse 15 Amp Blue 25 Amp Natural 15 Amp Blue Description Right Tail/Park/ Run Lamp Powertrain Instrument Cluster Interior Light, Switch Bank, Steering Column Module, Switch Steering Wheel Powertrain Horn Cavity M23 M24 M25 Cartridge Fuse - - - MiniFuse 10 Amp Red 25 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 647
Yellow 10 Amp Red Description Powertrain, Transmission Control Module Occupant Classification Module Rear Wiper Module, Power Folding Mirror Back-Up Lamps Airbag Module, THATCHUM - If Equipped Cavity M33 M34 Cartridge Fuse - - MiniFuse 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red Description Powertrain Park Assist - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 648
Module (TIPM) labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD). • Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery. • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting. This - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 649
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 647 REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Center & Rear Dome Lamp Center & Rear Reading Lamps Front Door Courtesy Lamp If Equipped Visor Vanity Lamps Bulb Number PC74 578 PC579 194 6501966 NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for replacement instructions. 7 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 650
Lamp Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp Backup Lamp License Bulb Number H11 D1S H11 W5W PY27/7W or 3757A 3757A LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) 3157 168 BULB REPLACEMENT High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) - If Equipped The headlamps are a type of high voltage - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 651
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 649 NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges. Quad Headlamps 1. Raise the hood - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 652
the bulb counterclockwise, and 1. Raise the hood to access the rear of the headlamp remove bulb. housing. Front Position Lamp NOTE: Access is somewhat limited. You may have to remove the inner fender well or remove the headlamp housing for bulb replacement. 2. Twist the socket and remove from the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 653
removing the two scratch the paint. screws from the inboard side. Use a fiber stick or similar tool to gently pry the light on the outboard side • The PRY location is best closest to the studs while to disengage the two ball studs. dislodging them separately. 3. Twist the socket and remove it from - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 654
Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly, 3. Push tab is secure. License Lamp The license plate lamp is located under the tailgate light bar and above the license plate. 1. Using a small screwdriver, press inward the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 655
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 653 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 20 Gallons 76 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR® - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 656
000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W- 20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your oil filler cap for correct - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 657
or performance of your transmission. We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 658
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Ⅵ MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...658 M A I N T E N A ▫ Maintenance Chart ...660 N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 660
in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 661
and transmission as needed • Check function of all interior and exterior lights Required Maintenance Intervals. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the oil indicator system turns on. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Inspect battery and clean and tighten - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 662
M 660 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I Maintenance Chart N Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the T E Mileage or time passed N (whichever comes first) A N C Or Years: 2 3 E Or Kilometers: S C H E Additional Inspections D X U Inspect the CV joints. L Inspect front suspension, tie rod E ends, boot seals, - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 663
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 661 M 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,000 224,000 Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine). ** Flush and replace the - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 664
your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(s). Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X X X ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. 240,000 M 662 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 665
work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. • Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 666
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/TTY) ...669 ▫ Service Contract ...670 ▫ Prepare A List ...667 Ⅵ WARRANTY INFORMATION ...671 ▫ Be Reasonable With Requests ...667 Ⅵ MOPAR® PARTS ...671 Ⅵ IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ...667 Ⅵ REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...671 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center...668 ▫ Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 668
666 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Ⅵ DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ...673 ▫ Treadwear...674 ▫ Traction Grades ...674 ▫ Temperature Grades...675 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 669
All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle's service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE Prepare A List The manufacturer and its authorized - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 670
dealer name dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) solved with this process. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer. Chrysler Group LLC - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 671
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 669 Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 and for Voice callers, dial - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 672
unexpected repairs after the manufacturer's New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer's service contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer's service contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 673
CONSUMER accessories are available from an authorized dealer. They are recommended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING terms and provisions of Chrysler Group If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 674
http://www.tc.gc.ca/ roadsafety/ These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 675
to find and correct problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshooting and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment. Owner's Manuals These Owner's Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 676
674 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction Grades The Traction grades, from - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 677
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 675 Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 678
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INDEX 10 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 680
540 Adjustable Pedals ...238 Airbag...79 Airbag Deployment ...90 Airbag Light ...86 Airbag Maintenance ...92 Airbag, Side ...82 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...625 Anti-Lock Warning Light ...318 Anti-Theft System...17 Appearance Care ...631 Ashtray ...281 Assistance Towing...163 Assist, Hill Start - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 681
Automatic Transmission ...472 Adding Fluid ...630 Fluid and Filter Changes ...631 Fluid Change ...631 Fluid Level Check ...630 Fluid Type ...629 Parking ...Warning Light ...Brake/Transmission Interlock ...Bulb Replacement ...Bulbs, Light ...Calibration, Compass ...Camera, Rear ...Capacities, Fluid - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 682
680 INDEX Cargo Area Features ...296 Cargo Compartment ...296 Luggage Carrier ...298 Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ...288 Car Washes ...632 Cellular Phone ...149 Center High Mounted Stop Light ...652 Certification Label...549 Chains, Tire ...526 Changing A Flat Tire ...571 Chart, Tire Sizing ...506 Check - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 683
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...Coolant Capacity ...Coolant Level ...Disposal of 609 Power Steering ...489 Disabled Vehicle Towing ...598 Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy...340 Daytime Running Lights ...225 Dealer Service...607 E-85 Fuel ...542 Defroster, Windshield ...123 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 684
) ...Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ...Jacking ...Jump Starting ...Overheating ...Emission Control System Maintenance ...Engine Air Cleaner ...Block Heater ...Break-In Recommendations ...Checking Oil - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 685
Starting ...Flooded Engine Starting ...Floor Console ...Fluid Capacities ...Fluid Leaks ...Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ...Brake ...Cooling System ...Power Steering ...Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Fog Lights ...Fog Light Service ...Fold in Floor (Stow Јn Go) Seating . . Freeing - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 686
(Gas Cap) . Filler Door (Gas Cap) Gasoline ...Gauge ...Light ...Materials Added ...Methanol ...Octane Rating ...Requirements ...Saver Mode ...Tank Capacity ...Fuel, Flexible ...Fueling ...Fuel Optimizer ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .540 .538 .340 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 687
Vehicle Weight Rating...549 Hill Start Assist...501 GVWR ...549 Hitches Trailer Towing ...556 Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®) ...149 HomeLink® ( ...13 Key ...12 Headlights Cleaning ...635 Ignition Key Removal ...13 Lights On Reminder ...225 Illuminated Entry ...20 Passing ...229 Immobilizer (Sentry - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 688
686 INDEX Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ...638 Interior Appearance Care ...634 Interior Lights ...226 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)...232 Introduction ...4 Jack Location ...572 Jack Operation ...571 Jump Starting ...592 Key-In Reminder ...Keyless Enter-N-Go ...Keyless Entry System ...Keyless - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 689
) ...Exterior ...125 Service ...Fog ...225 Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Interior ...226 License ...652 Turn Signal ...Voltage ...Lights On Reminder ...225 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . Low Fuel ...326 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...321 Loading Vehicle ...Capacities - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 690
Rack (Roof Rack) ...298 Maintenance Free Battery...Maintenance Procedures ...Maintenance Schedule ...Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine). Manual, Service ...Map/Reading Lights ...Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...Memory Seat ...Methanol ...Mini-Trip Computer ...Mirrors ...Automatic Dimming - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 691
689 Odometer...315 Oil Change Indicator ...317 Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...317 Oil, Engine ...609 Capacity ...653 Change Interval ...609 Checking Overhead Travel Information Center ...255 Overheating, Engine ...326 Owner's Manual (Operator Manual) ...4 Paint Care ...631 Panic Alarm ...25 Parking - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 692
...655 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ...78 Preparation for Jacking ...580 Pretensioners Seat Belts ...73 Programmable Electronic Features ...347 297 Reclining Front Seats ...194 Recorder, Event Data ...94 Recreational Towing ...566 Reformulated Gasoline ...538 Refrigerant ...617 Reminder, Seat Belt - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 693
671 Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...317 Restraint, Head...195 Restraints, Child ...95 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...595 Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ...298 Rotation, Tires ...528 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...122 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ...125 Safety Defects, Reporting ...671 Safety, Exhaust - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 694
Service Assistance ...667 Service Contract ...670 Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) ...321 Service Manuals ...672 Settings, Personal ...347 Setting the Clock...356 Shift Lever Override ...596 Shoulder Belts ...64 Side Airbag Tilt ...235 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...434 Steering - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 695
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ...79 Sway Control, Trailer Jacking ...Life of Tires ...Load Capacity ...Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Pressure Warning Light ...Quality Grading ...Radial ...Replacement ...Rotation ...Safety ...Sizes ...Snow Tires ...Spare Tire ...Spinning ...Trailer Towing - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 696
.565 .556 .559 Tips ...564 Trailer and Tongue Weight ...558 Wiring ...563 Trailer Towing Guide...557 Trailer Weight ...557 Transmission ...629 Automatic ...472 Fluid ...629 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) ...27 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)...260 Transmitter, Remote - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 697
INDEX 695 Uniform Tire Quality Grades ...Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector Universal Transmitter ...Unleaded Gasoline ... 570 Zone Control (Temperature Control) ...437 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) ...315 Warnings and Cautions...6 Warranty Information ...671 10 - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 698
INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle's electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained personnel. The following must be - 2013 Chrysler Town & Country | Owner Manual - Page 699
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