hood release CHRYSLER 300 2013 2.G Owners Manual

NOTE:The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature can be enabled
or disabled using the Uconnect® System, refer to
“Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further information.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet7 — ESC Off Switch13 — Engine Start/Stop Button
2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Uconnect® System Hard Controls 14 — Trunk Release Button
3 — Hazard Switch 9 — SD Memory Card Slot15 — Dimmer Controls
4 — Uconnect® System 10 — Power Outlet16 — Hood Release
5 — Climate Control Hard Controls 11 — CD/DVD Slot 17 — Headlight Switch
6 — Glove Compartment 12 — Storage Compartment18 — Analog Clock
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299

Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
MOPAR® Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera-
tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the
application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to ensure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR®
Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.
510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Holder, Coin............................ .286
Hood Release ........................... .195
Ignition Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................16
Infant Restraint ...........................72
Information Center, Vehicle ..................312
Instrument Cluster ....................... .302
Instrument Panel and Controls ................299
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............529
Interior Appearance Care ....................528
Interior Lights .......................... .206
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............208
Introduction ..............................4
Jack Location ........................... .472
Jack Operation .......................... .471Jump Starting
........................... .481
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................33
Keyless Entry System .......................21
Keyless Go ...............................12
Key, Programming .........................18
Key, Replacement ..........................17
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................16
Knee Bolster ..............................57
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................203
Lane Change Assist ....................... .203
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................47
Latches .................................99
Hood ............................... .195
Latch Plate ...............................49
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .441
578 INDEX

Rear Park Sense System.....................247
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .189
Rear Window Defroster .....................292
Rear Window Features .....................292
Recorder, Event Data .......................71
Recreational Towing ...................... .468
Reformulated Gasoline .....................442
Refrigerant ............................. .508
Release, Hood ........................... .195
Reminder, Lights On ...................... .201
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................56
Remote Control Starting System .........................26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........344
Remote Starting System ......................26
Remote Trunk Release .......................41
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .542
Replacement Keys .........................17 Replacement Parts
........................ .499
Replacement Tires ........................ .427
Reporting Safety Defects ....................565
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................303
Restraint, Head .......................... .186
Restraints, Child ...........................72
Restraints, Occupant ........................43
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................485
Rotation, Tires .......................... .430
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................97
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................99
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................565
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................96
Safety Information, Tire .....................409
Safety Tips ...............................95
Schedule, Maintenance .....................552
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .530
Seat Belt Reminder .........................56
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INDEX 583

Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................460
To Open Hood .......................... .195
Towing ............................... .455
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .490
Guide .............................. .459
Recreational .......................... .468
Weight .............................. .459
Traction ............................... .391
Traction Control ......................... .401
Trailer Towing .......................... .455
Cooling System Tips .....................468
Hitches ............................. .458
Minimum Requirements ..................461
Tips................................ .466
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................460
Wiring .............................. .465
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .459
Trailer Weight ........................... .459
Transfer Case ........................... .524Fluid
............................... .524
Maintenance .......................... .524
Transmission Automatic ........................... .369
Fluid ............................... .522
Maintenance .......................... .522
Shifting ............................. .369
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........21
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .426
Trip Odometer .......................... .302
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .......................41
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................43
Trunk Release Remote Control .................41
Turn Signals ............................ .203
UCI Connector .......................... .343
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................567
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INDEX 587