Chrysler Town & Country · Model year 2016 · No longer built
2016 Chrysler Town & Country specs, maintenance & manuals
Everything the manufacturer published about the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country in one place: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 5 manufacturer publications.
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
- Publications
- 5
2016 Chrysler Town & Country specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2016 specification sheet.
General information+−
| Vehicle Type | Multipurpose vehicle |
| Assembly Plant | Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
| EPA Vehicle Class | Multipurpose vehicle |
| Introduction Date | December 2008 |
Body and chassis+−
| Layout | Transverse front engine, front-wheel drive |
| Construction | Unitized steel with hinged front doors; sliding left and right side doors — power available; rear liftgate with gas props — power available |
Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6+−
| Availability | Standard |
| Type and Description | 60-degree bank angle, liquid-cooled, with three-plenum intake manifold, electronically-controlled manifold tuning valve and short-runner valves |
| Displacement | 3,605 cu. cm |
| Bore x Stroke | 96 x 83 |
| Valve System | DOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic, roller finger followers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic |
| Construction | High-pressure die-cast A380 aluminum block with iron liners and semi-permanent mold A319 aluminum heads |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Power (SAE net) | 283 hp (211 kW) @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) | 260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) @ 4,400 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 6,800 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable |
| Oil Capacity | 6 quarts with dry filter |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.3 quarts (9.75 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Dual catalytic converter, four heated oxygen sensors, electronic EGR, and internal engine features(a) |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy), NAFTA Markets | 17/25 |
| Assembly Plant | Trenton Engine Plant, Trenton, Mich. |
(a) Meets Federal Tier 2, Bin 5 and ULEV II requirements in California, Massachusetts, New York, Maine, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Oregon and Washington; also meets Euro IV.
Transmission: 62TE, automatic, six-speed overdrive+−
| Availability | Standard |
| Description | Six-speed, adaptive electronic control, electronically-modulated torque converter clutch |
| 1st | 3.90 |
| 2nd | 2.69 |
| 3rd | 2.16 |
| 4th | Upshift – 1.37 WOT kickdown – 1.49 |
| 5th | 0.95 |
| 6th | 0.65 |
| Reverse | 3.04 |
| Transfer Ratio | 0.95 |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.16 |
| Overall Top Gear | 2.068 |
Electrical system+−
| Alternator | 160A |
| Battery | 730 CCA, maintenance-free |
Suspension+−
| Front | Independent MacPherson strut, coilover gas-charged shock absorbers, stabilizer bar with isolated suspension cradle |
| Rear | Twist-beam axle with coil springs, track bar, gas-charged shock absorbers; self-leveling shock absorbers optional |
Steering+−
| Type | Power rack and pinion |
| Overall Ratio | 14.3:1 |
| Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb) | 39.1 ft. (11.92 m) |
| Steering Turns (lock-to-lock) | 2.90 |
| P/S pump | Hydraulic |
Brakes+−
| Type | All — power assist, 9 x 9 (230 x 230) tandem-diaphragm vacuum, anti-lock braking system |
| Availability | U.S. — standard on all models |
Brakes: front+−
| Rotor size and type | 13.0 x 1.1 (330 x 28) vented rotor |
| Caliper size and type | 2.0 (51) twin-piston |
| Swept area | 73.6 sq. in. (475 sq. cm) |
Brakes: rear+−
| Rotor size and type | 12.9 x 0.47 (328 x 12) solid rotor |
| Caliper size and type | 1.8 (45) single-piston IPB |
| Swept area | 66.5 sq. in. (429 sq. cm) |
Dimensions and capacities+−
| Wheelbase | 121.2 (3,078.2) |
| Overhang — Front | 37.8 (960.9) |
| Overhang — Rear | 43.8 (1,112.1) |
| Track — Front | 65.6 (1,665.5) |
| Track — Rear | 64.8 (1,647.0) |
| Overall Length | 203.7 (5,174) |
| Overall Width | 78.7 (1,998.2) |
| Overall Width with Mirrors | 88.5 (2,246.8) |
| Overall Height | 69.3 (1,760) |
| Liftover Height | 24.0 (609.0) |
| Cargo Width at Wheelhouse | 48.8 (1,239.0) |
| Maximum Cargo Height | 46.16 (1,172.4) |
| Approach Angle (degrees) | 14.7 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees) | 14.6 |
| Departure Angle (degrees) | 19.2 |
| Minimum Running Ground Clearance (curb load) | 5.8 (148) |
| Frontal Area | 32.3 |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd) | .316 |
| Aero CdA | 10.2 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, gallons (liter) | 20 (76) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), lbs.(kg) | 6,050 (2,744.2) |
| Towing Capacity, lbs. (kg) | 3,600 (1,632.9) — with Trailer-tow Prep Package |
| U.S. Curb Weight, lbs. (kg) | 4,652 (2,115) — automatic transaxle |
| Weight Distribution % F/R | 56/44 |
Dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless noted, measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels.
Accommodations+−
| Seating Capacity (front/second/third rows) | 2/2/3 |
| Total Interior Passenger Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 163.5 (4.63) / 156.1 (4.42) |
Accommodations: front+−
| Headroom | 39.8 (1,011.9) |
| Headroom with Sunroof | 37.2 (946.0) |
| Leg Room | 40.7 (1,034.4) |
| Shoulder Room | 63.7 (1,618.6) |
| Hip Room | 58.4 (1,484.5) |
| Seat Travel | 8.7 (220) |
| Recliner Angle Range (degrees) | Manual recline: 88; Power recline: 59 |
| Front Passenger Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 58.4 (1.65) |
Accommodations: intermediate+−
| Headroom | 39.3 (998.9) |
| Legroom | 36.5 (925.9) |
| Knee Clearance | 3.2 (81.4) |
| Shoulder Room | 64.1 (1,628.1) |
| Hip Room | 65.0 (1,650.8) |
| Intermediate Passenger Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 54.0 (1.53) |
Accommodations: rear+−
| Headroom | 37.9 (962.9) |
| Legroom | 32.7 (829.7) |
| Knee Clearance | 6.0 (153.0) |
| Shoulder Room | 62.0 (1,574.6) |
| Hip Room | 48.7 (1,237.7) |
| Rear Passenger Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 51.1 (1.45) |
Cargo volume+−
| Maximum Passenger Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 158.6 (4.49) |
| Maximum SAE Volume behind First Row, cu. ft. | 140.3 (3.97) |
| Maximum SAE Volume behind Second Row, cu. ft. | 78.9 (2.23) |
| Maximum SAE Volume behind Third Row, cu. ft. | 31.1 (0.88) |
| Total Passenger plus volume behind Third Row, cu. ft. | 190.8 (5.40) |
Wheels+−
| Availability | Standard — all Town & Country models |
| Type and Material | Cast aluminum |
| Size | 17 x 6.5 |
Tires: Touring-L, Limited and Platinum+−
| Availability | Standard — Town & Country Touring-L, Limited and Platinum |
| Size and Type | P225/65R17 BSW, All-season Touring |
| Model | Michelin Energy Saver A/S |
Tires: LX, S and Touring+−
| Availability | Standard — Town & Country LX, S and Touring |
| Size and Type | P225/65R17 BSW, All-season Touring |
| Model | Yokohama Avid |
Brake and stability systems+−
| Parking Brake Type | Integral parking brake |
| Four-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| All-speed Traction Control | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard |
Source: 2016 Chrysler Town & Country Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2016 feature availability guide.
Showing 61 of 115 features. ✓ Standard OptionalPkg Part of a package— Not available
| Feature | LX | Touring | S | Touring-L | Limited | Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior | ||||||
| BodyBody-color door handles | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Bright door handles (included with remote proximity keyless entry) | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bright grille | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Black chrome grille | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Body-color bodyside molding | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Chrome bodyside molding | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sunroof — power, includes dual rear mini overhead consoles with two bins (replaces overhead console and sunglass bin) | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ |
| LightingHalogen quad with headlamps-off time delay | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Halogen quad with headlamps-off time delay, black bezels | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Automatic | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dual high intensity discharge with headlamps-off time delay | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| SmartBeam | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| MirrorsBody color, power, folding, heated | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Power, chrome, power folding, heated, with supplemental signals and driver-side auto-dimming exterior mirror (Platinum includes memory feature) | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ |
| Power, chrome, folding, heated, with supplemental signals and driver-side auto-dimming exterior mirror | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| TiresCompact spare tire | ✓ | |||||
| Wheels17-in. aluminum wheels | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| 17-in. fully painted Hyper Black aluminum wheels | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| 17-in. painted aluminum wheels | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — |
| 17-in. polished aluminum wheels | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| 17-in. Satin Silver aluminum wheels | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| WipersFront, rain sensitive | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Interior | ||||||
| Climate ControlAir Conditioning — three-zone manual temperature control | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Air Conditioning — three-zone automatic temperature control with particulate air filter | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Multimedia SystemsMedia Center 430 CD/MP3/HDD radio with 6.5-in. touchscreen, 30GB hard drive, Gracenote Music ID and audio jack | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Media Center 430 CD/DVD/MP3/HDD radio with 6.5-in. touchscreen, 30GB hard drive (approximately 6,700 song capacity), Gracenote Music ID and audio jack | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Media Center 430N CD/DVD/MP3/HDD radio with 6.5-in. touchscreen, GPS Navigation, 30GB hard drive (approximately 4,250 song capacity), SiriusXM Radio, Gracenotes Music ID and audio jack | — | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Radio memory feature | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| SpeakersSix speakers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Nine amplified speakers with subwoofer includes 506-watt amplifier | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Sunroof | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ |
| Video screenSecond- and third-row high resolution 9-in. screens with Blu-ray DVD (included with dual-screen DVD Blu-ray entertainment system) | — | — | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ |
| FabricTorino leather with Ballistic cloth inserts, black | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Leather-trimmed first- and second-row | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Luxury leather-trimmed first- and second-row with Nappa leather and suede accents | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| FrontManual driver’s seat | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Eight-way power driver’s seat and eight-way front-passenger seat (Limited and Platinum), includes two-way power lumbar adjustment for driver's seat (Platinum includes driver’s seat memory feature) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Heated front-row seats | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| Heated second-row seats (included in Driver Convenience Group on Touring, Driver Convenience Group on Touring-L) | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| RearLuxury bucket seats with rear fold-in-floor seating | — | — | — | |||
| Power one-touch folding third-row seat with power recline | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering WheelLeather-wrapped | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Leather wrapped, piano black trim | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Leather and Wood | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Heated | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| StorageConsole, premium, removable, sliding floor console with cup holders and power outlet can be adjusted for second-row passenger use | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Super console | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Powertrain and Chassis | ||||||
| Sport-tuned suspension | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Safety and Security | ||||||
| Blind-spot Monitoring system — includes Rear Cross Path detection | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Keyless Enter ‘n Go | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| ParkSense rear park assist system | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pedals — power adjustable with memory feature | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Second- and third-row window shades | — | — | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Security alarm | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tire-pressure monitoring display | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Remote start | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Packages | ||||||
| Driver's Convenience Groupheated steering wheel, heated seats, Uconnect Voice Command, Keyless Enter ‘n Go, security alarm and remote start | — | ✓ | ||||
| Single DVD Entertainment Groupsecond-row overhead 9-in. high resolution video screen and DVD console, HDMI input, wireless headphones and video remote control, 115-volt power outlet and two USB charging ports | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Dual DVD Blu-ray Entertainment Systemsecond- and third-row overhead 9-in. high resolution video screen and Blu-ray DVD console, two USB charging ports, one HDMI input, wireless headphones and video remote control | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| SafetyTec Grouprain-sensitive windshield wipers, auto high beam headlamp control, tire-pressure monitoring display, ParkSense rear park assist, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection and ParkView rear backup camera | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Trailer Tow Prep Groupheavy-duty engine oil cooling, trailer-tow wiring harness and load-leveling and height-control suspension. Additional Chrysler Towing Accessories may be required | — | |||||
- The guide marks Not available with a dash; it is recorded here as NA.
- Of the exterior colors, only some are available on the Town & Country S; the guide footnotes which, so the S column is shown as standard for the color row.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Touring over LX+5 standard +
- ✓Chrome bodyside molding
- ✓Lighting: Automatic
- ✓Air Conditioning — three-zone automatic temperature control with particulate air filter
- ✓Media Center 430 CD/DVD/MP3/HDD radio with 6.5-in. touchscreen, 30GB hard drive (approximately 6,700 song capacity), Gracenote Music ID and audio jack
- ✓Eight-way power driver’s seat and eight-way front-passenger seat (Limited and Platinum), includes two-way power lumbar adjustment for driver's seat (Platinum includes driver’s seat memory feature)
S over Touring+7 standard +
- ✓Body: Black chrome grille
- ✓Halogen quad with headlamps-off time delay, black bezels
- ✓17-in. fully painted Hyper Black aluminum wheels
- ✓Second- and third-row high resolution 9-in. screens with Blu-ray DVD (included with dual-screen DVD Blu-ray entertainment system)
- ✓Torino leather with Ballistic cloth inserts, black
- ✓Steering Wheel: Leather wrapped, piano black trim
- ✓Storage: Super console
Touring-L over S+15 standard +
- ✓Body: Bright grille
- ✓Halogen quad with headlamps-off time delay
- ✓Lighting: SmartBeam
- ✓Power, chrome, folding, heated, with supplemental signals and driver-side auto-dimming exterior mirror
- ✓17-in. painted aluminum wheels
- ✓Wipers: Front, rain sensitive
- ✓Fabric: Leather-trimmed first- and second-row
- ✓Steering Wheel: Leather-wrapped
- ✓Console, premium, removable, sliding floor console with cup holders and power outlet can be adjusted for second-row passenger use
- ✓Blind-spot Monitoring system — includes Rear Cross Path detection
- ✓ParkSense rear park assist system
- ✓Second- and third-row window shades
- ✓Security alarm
- ✓Tire-pressure monitoring display
- ✓Remote start
Limited over Touring-L+9 standard +
- ✓Bright door handles (included with remote proximity keyless entry)
- ✓17-in. polished aluminum wheels
- ✓Media Center 430N CD/DVD/MP3/HDD radio with 6.5-in. touchscreen, GPS Navigation, 30GB hard drive (approximately 4,250 song capacity), SiriusXM Radio, Gracenotes Music ID and audio jack
- ✓Heated front-row seats
- ✓Heated second-row seats (included in Driver Convenience Group on Touring, Driver Convenience Group on Touring-L)
- ✓Power one-touch folding third-row seat with power recline
- ✓Steering Wheel: Heated
- ✓Storage: Super console
- ✓Keyless Enter ‘n Go
Platinum over Limited+12 standard +
- ✓Sunroof — power, includes dual rear mini overhead consoles with two bins (replaces overhead console and sunglass bin)
- ✓Dual high intensity discharge with headlamps-off time delay
- ✓Power, chrome, power folding, heated, with supplemental signals and driver-side auto-dimming exterior mirror (Platinum includes memory feature)
- ✓Tires: Compact spare tire
- ✓17-in. Satin Silver aluminum wheels
- ✓Multimedia Systems: Radio memory feature
- ✓Nine amplified speakers with subwoofer includes 506-watt amplifier
- ✓Speakers: Sunroof
- ✓Second- and third-row high resolution 9-in. screens with Blu-ray DVD (included with dual-screen DVD Blu-ray entertainment system)
- ✓Luxury leather-trimmed first- and second-row with Nappa leather and suede accents
- ✓Steering Wheel: Leather and Wood
- ✓Pedals — power adjustable with memory feature
Standard on every trim (52)
- Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat, Bright White Pearl Coat, Cashmere Pearl Coat, Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat, True Blue Pearl and Granite Crystal Metallic Coat, Crystal Blue Pearl Coat
- Body: Deep tint sunscreen glass
- Fascia — body color front and rear with rear scuff pad
- Body: Power liftgate with warning chime
- Tires: P225/65R17 BSW All-season Touring
- Wipers: Front, variable intermittent
- Wipers: Rear window intermittent wiper/washer
- 12-volt DC located in instrument panel and rear-quarter trim panel
- Auxiliary power: 12V-volt in instrument panel
- 115-volt inverter with auxiliary outlets in front of driver-side quarter-trim panel
- Overhead, with interior observation mirror, sunglasses bin, LED lamps and switches for power doors and liftgate
- Single rear overhead console system includes four storage bins, second- and third-row swivel LED lamps, halo light ring (replaced by dual mini overhead console if sunroof is ordered) (if ordered, video screens will delete storage bins)
- Doors: Passenger-side power sliding
- Doors: Driver-side power sliding
- Doors: Mats, Carpeted floor and cargo area
- SiriusXM Radio — includes one-year subscription
- Video screen: HDMI input
- Video screen: Second-row high resolution 9-in. screen
- Stow 'n Go seating and storage system with intermediate bucket seats with fold-in-floor and rear 60/40 split-folding bench with fold-in-floor and tailgate position features
- Steering column — tilt, telescoping, manual
- Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
- Open bin in lower instrument panel, driver door sill bin and left rear-quarter trim bin (rear bin not available on Platinum)
- Vehicle information center — Displays in instrument panel, controls on steering wheel
- 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 with variable-valve timing (VVT) Flex Fuel with six-speed automatic
- Brake Assist — electronic
- Brake/Park interlock
- Brakes — four-wheel anti-lock with vented front and solid rear discs
- Electrical: Alternator — 160-amp
- Electrical: Battery — 730-amp maintenance free
- Engine oil cooler
- Defroster — rear window
- Fuel tank — 20-gal. with tethered cap
- Heavy-duty engine cooling — includes engine oil cooler, heavy-duty transmission and heavy-duty radiator (included with Trailer Tow Group)
- Speed control — electronic with steering wheel-mounted controls
- Active head restraints — front-row seats
- Advanced multistage driver and front-passenger, includes low-risk deployment
- Side-curtain, for outboard occupants in all three rows
- Air Bags: Front seat-mounted side
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
- All-speed traction control system (TCS)
- BeltAlert
- Brake Assist
- Brake/Park interlock
- Dual-note electric horn
- Speed-sensitive automatic power with illuminated switches
- One-touch driver unlock, two-touch passenger door unlock key fob
- Door Locks: Child-protection, rear
- Child Seat Anchor System (LATCH) — mounts for two child seats in the second row help ease the installation of compatible aftermarket child seats
- ParkView rear backup camera
- Remote keyless/illuminated entry system — includes two transmitters, Sentry Key antitheft engine immobilizer, headlamps-off time delay
- Sliding door alert system — hazard lamps flash when sliding door is in operation, signaling other drivers that passengers could be entering/exiting the vehicle
- Seat belts — includes three-point for all positions
Source: 2016 Chrysler Town & Country Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2016 Chrysler Town & Country maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: 3.6L.
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV joints. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine). ** | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. | ||||||||||||||
| Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. | ||||||||||||||
| Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
At every oil change interval as indicated by oil change indicator system
- Change oil and filter.
- Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
- Inspect exhaust system.
- Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
Severe duty, all models
- Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is operated predominately at idle or only very low engine RPM's.
Once a month or before a long trip
- Check engine oil level.
- Check windshield washer fluid level.
- Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
- Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed.
- Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Notes
- Spark plug change interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply.
- Oil change interval is set by the oil change indicator; never exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time. Severe conditions can trigger the message as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km).
Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.
2016 Chrysler Town & Country fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | US | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | — | 20 gal | 76 L |
| Engine oil with filter | 3.6L engine | 6 qt | 5.6 L |
| Cooling system | 3.6L engine | 13.4 qt | 12.6 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | OAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10 Year/150,000 Mile coolant | MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-20, API certified | MS-6395 | Mopar |
| Engine oil filter | — | — | Mopar engine oil filters |
| Spark plugs | — | — | Mopar spark plugs |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid | — | Mopar ATF+4 |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 unavailable) | — | Mopar DOT 3 |
| Power steering reservoir | Power steering fluid +4 or ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid | — | Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4; Mopar ATF+4 |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 3.6L Flex Fuel (E-85) engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 85% (E85); E85 capable |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque | Thread | Socket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lug nuts/bolts | 100 ft-lb (135 N·m) | M12 x 1.5 | 19 mm |
- Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the recovery bottle filled to MAX.
- Add 2.9 qt (2.8 L) of coolant if equipped with a rear heater.
- Refer to the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2016 Chrysler Town & Country owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2016 model year.
Owner's manuals
Uconnect & radio
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
2016 Chrysler Town & Country questions
How much oil does the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country take?
With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country use?
Engine oil: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395).
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle. This model is no longer sold new.