The Chrysler Town & Country minivan underwent a mid-cycle refresh for the 2005 model year. Several new features debuted, including the the revolutionary "Stow n Go" seating system, which allows owners to fold second and third row seats flat into floor-level storage compartments. This feature dramatically simplified the process of creating additional cargo space. Luggage capacity increased from 17.8 to 26.4 cubic feet. The minivan was also fitted with larger headlights and the exterior styling was given a light face lift.
The model lineup has been slimmed down, and the "high value" EX model has been discontinued. The availability of all-wheel also ceased for 2005. The Town & Country is offered with two wheelbases: the STD is only available with the 113.3 inch wheelbase. The LX, Limited, and Touring trims have an extended 119.3 inch wheelbase. The Signature Series trim, new for this year, is available with both.
The STD and LX models will continue to house the smaller 3.3 liter OHV V-6, which provides 180 horsepower and 210 pound-feet of torque. All other models are powered by a 3.8 liter OHV V-6, which generates 215 horsepower and 245 pound-feet of torque. When equipped with the tow preparation package, these 3.8 liter models will haul 3800 pounds and journey from o to 60 mph in just over ten seconds. Both engines are paired with a four-speed automatic transmission, and fuel economy estimates are the same, at 18/25 mpg.
Convenience items like Stow N Go, the power sliding doors and power lift gate are at the top of the list of favorite features. However, these amenities are not offered on all Town & Country variations. If Stow N Go seating is desired, buyers must opt for one of the longer wheelbase models. Owners also report comfortable seating, a stable ride and mixing driving mpg in the low 20s. Although the 3.3 liter V6-powered models are a bit lighter, drivers and reviewers comment that this engine does not deliver adequate power for passing and merging in fast moving traffic.
Chrysler has made the base model more affordable this year, but the optimum Town & Country experience requires prospective buyers to shell out much more money.
Battery light came on after replacing my A/C compressor, had to remove the alternator to get to it(,no lift),knowing the voltage regulator is in the Pcm I installed an external voltage regulator,wired it up and have 12 volts now at plug on alternator which wasn't there b4 I disconnected everything and light still on??
Put an A/C compressor on, had to remove the alternator( battery disconnected )put it back together and started it up,Battery light on dash on which wasn't b4 I did everything,knowing that the voltage regulator is in the pcm I installed an external regulator, found a key on power source, started it up battery light still on, Power at the plug in the alternator now but light still on, Can't see it being the alternator if it wasn't giving me trouble b4!!!
Had to put an A/C compressor on by removing the alternator, no lift, battery disconnected 1st, finished up,started the van up,battery light on, no power going to the regulator hookup in the alternator,installed an external voltage regulator rewired everything up,have power now to the regulator hookup in the alternator with key on,battery light still on????
My Town & Country's liftgate will open remotely, but then immediately beeps and starts closing itself. Also, when opening manually, the liftgate won't stay up if it's cold. I've already replaced the liftgate gear / arm assembly.
My town and country starts but won't stay running
Air Conditioning
Climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front, rear and third row head airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.1 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Rear brake diameter: 9.8
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Doors
Side door type: power sliding
Exterior Features
Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Third Row Seat
Type: bench
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.1 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Rear brake diameter: 9.8
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Doors
Side door type: power sliding
Exterior Features
Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front, rear and third row head airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.1 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Rear brake diameter: 11.4 · Rear brake width: 0.5
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Exterior Features
Side door type: passenger-side manual sliding
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front, rear and third row head airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.1 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Rear brake diameter: 11.4 · Rear brake width: 0.5
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Side door type: dual power sliding
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Moonroof: power · OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.1 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Rear brake diameter: 11.4 · Rear brake width: 0.5
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Side door type: dual power sliding
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Moonroof: power · OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.1 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Rear brake diameter: 11.4 · Rear brake width: 0.5
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: dual power sliding
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Moonroof: power · OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent