maintenance reset CHRYSLER 300 2014 2.G User Guide

CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different
and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the
cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant
(conforming to MS-12106), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use
additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the
radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
•
This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant
(antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
E-85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — (3.6L ENGINE ONLY)
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator
system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle 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 will influence when
the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions
can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset.
Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required”
will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is
necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and
a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
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Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled
oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer,
the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for
further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road
environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
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 ofirregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
• 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
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals.
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 your next
scheduled service
• 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
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SRT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages
specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability.
More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions, such as
dusty areas and very short trip driving. Inspection and service should also be done anytime a
malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be
displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means
that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the
next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:
• The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Changeyour vehicle's oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, even if the oil change
indicator message is NOT illuminated.
• Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
• Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, whichever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled
oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer,
the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for
further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
• Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
Once A Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
• Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering, and add as needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
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Flat Tire Changing.............76
Fluid Capacities ............. .101
Fluids ...................101
FogLights.................27
Folding Rear Seat .............21
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........93
Fuel Filler Door Emergency Release ....96
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .........96
Specifications ............ .101
Fuse................... .112
Fuses .................. .112
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....62
Headlights Automatic ...............27
Dimmer Switch ............27
HighBeam ..............27
Heated Mirrors ..............36
Heated Seats ................21
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .................27
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ....62
Hood Release ...............95
Identifying Your Radio ...........42
Instrument Cluster Indicators ................7
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights .....6
Interior and Instrument Lights ........5
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....26
Introduction .................2
Jacking Instructions ............79
Jack Location ...............76
Jack Operation ..............79
Jump Starting ...............88
KeyFob...................8 LockTheDoors.............8
Unlock The Doors ............8
Keyless Enter-N-Go ............10
Lock/Unlock ............10, 11
Starting/Stopping ...........12
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ........8Lane Change Assist
............26
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ................16
Lights Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .72
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) ..............6
Locks Door ..................8
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)................16
Maintenance Record .........108, 111
Maintenance Schedule .....104,109,110
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .............74
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . .24
Memory Seat ...............19
Mirrors H
eated ................36
MOPAR® Accessories ...........121
Navigation Voice Commands .......60
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume .....59
New Vehicle Break-In Period ........25
Oil Change Indicator ...........75
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ........75
Oil, Engine Capacity ...............101
Oil Pressure Light .............74
Outlet Power .................65
Overheating, Engine ............76
Panic Alarm .................8
Pedals, Adjustable .............23
Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . .117
Power Glass Sunroof .............37
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet). . .65
Seats ..................18
Steering .............. .101
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . .24
Preparation for Jacking ..........78
Programmable Electronic Features . . .62, 69
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