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1997 Chrysler Town & Country CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Chrysler REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
Computer Relearn Procedures -> DaimlerChrysler -> 1999-2002 Dakota, Durango, Ram Pick-Up & Ram Van -> 1999-2004 -> Controller Anti-Lock Brakes (CAB) -> Engine Performance -> Except 1999-2002 -> Light Truck & Vans -> Pinion Factor Procedure -> Powertrain Control Module (PCM) -> Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) -> Shift Quality -> Theft Alarm -> Transaxle Quick Learn Procedure
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country LXI 3.8 V6 GAS
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Except 1999-2002
If battery cable has been disconnected, the PCM must relearn a new operating strategy. Connect battery cable and run engine until operating temperature is reached. After engine warm-up, drive vehicle under various operating conditions until PCM has relearned new strategy.
1999-2004
Anytime the PCM is replaced the VIN and vehicle mileage must be programmed into the new PCM. If the PCM is not programmed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will set. To program the PCM, connect a DRB or suitably programmed ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
Drum Brakes -> DaimlerChrysler -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country SX 3.8 V6 GAS
When working on or around brake assemblies, care must be taken to prevent breathing asbestos dust, as many manufacturers incorporate asbestos fibers in the production of brake linings. During routine service operations, the amount of asbestos dust from brake lining wear is at a low level due to a chemical breakdown during use, and a few precautions will minimize exposure. Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent excessive a...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> 1996-06 Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country LXI 3.8 V6 GAS
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country LXI 3.8 V6 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Mark orientation of propeller shaft rear flange.
- Using suitable jack stand, support propeller shaft. Do not allow propeller shaft to hang unsupported.
- Remove propeller shaft rear mounting bolts and support end of propeller shaft.
- Mark orientation of propeller shaft front flange.
- Remove propeller shaft front mounting bolts and remove propel...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country LX 3.8 V6 GAS
- Remove battery ground cable.
- Remove windshield wiper housing.
- Remove alternator belt, then the bolt holding top of alternator bracket to air intake plenum.
- Remove alternator bracket to mounting plate bolts, then the bolt holding top of alternator to bracket.
- Remove alternator mounting brack...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Emission Maintenance Reminder Indicator -> Chrysler, Dodge & Plymouth
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country SX 3.8 V6 GAS
This Emission Maintenance Reminder System (Maintenance Required Lamp) is incorporated into the engine controller. The controller stores vehicle mileage into its memory every eight miles, then at 60,000, 82,500 or 120,000 miles it will light the EMR (Maintenance Required) lamp. When the indicated mileage is reached or the EMR lamp is on at all times, the following components must be replaced and the EMR lamp reset:
- At 60,00 miles, proceed as follows:
- Replace EGR valve.
- Clean EGR passage.
- Replace PCV valve.
- At 82,500 miles, replace oxygen sensor.
- At 120,000 miles, proceed as ...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country SX 3.3 V6 GAS
Lower
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp from water pump inlet tube.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump inlet tube and from vehicle.
- Reverse proc...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country SX 3.8 V6 GAS
- Raise vehicle on hoist.
- Remove right front splash shield.
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable too...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1997 Chrysler Town & Country cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
3.3L & 3.8L Engines Diagram for 1997 Chrysler Town & Country SX 3.8 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
Heater & A/C Components Diagram for 1997 Chrysler Town & Country SX 3.3 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Chrysler Town & Country cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
1997 Chrysler Town & Country SX 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1997 Chrysler Town & Country LX 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Chrysler Town & Country cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: RECALL - Mopar Value Line Catalytic Converters Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country LX 3.3 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR INSTALLATION - REV Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler Town & Country LX 3.3 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Chrysler Town & Country AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Chrysler Town & Country cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1997 Chrysler Town & Country cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1997 Chrysler Town & Country cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1997 Chrysler Town & Country cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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