CHRYSLER 300 2008 1.G Owners Manual

The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen
and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will
hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con-
tains a 12-volt power outlet and a molded-in coin holder
(designed to hold various size coins). A slot in the left and
right side of the top compartment provides clearance for
power cords to pass conveniently out of the bin with the
lid closed. This feature is ideal for games, laptops, cell
phones, or other electrical equipment. The console’s front
opening lid allows for easy access to these compartments.
With Vehicle Entertainment System (VES)
The center console contains a large storage compartment.
The storage compartment contains a 12-volt power outlet
and a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various
size coins). A slot in the top left and right side of the
storage compartment provides clearance for power cords
to pass conveniently out of the compartment with the lid
closed. This feature is ideal for games, laptops, cell
phones, or other electrical equipment. The console’s1 — Release button for bottom compartment
2 — Release button for top compartment
3 — Top Compartment
4 — Bottom Compartment. You can access this compartment
directly, without first exposing the upper compartment, by oper-
ating the Release Button for the bottom compartment with the
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front-opening lid allows for easy access to the storage
compartment for the both the driver and the front
passenger.
Cargo Area
The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying
versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling
nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters. When
the seats are folded down, they provide a continuous,
nearly flat extension of the load floor.
When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make
sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the
seatback above the seat strap.
WARNING!
•Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback in not securely locked into
position, the seat will not provide the proper
stability for child seats and/or passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
•The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in an accident. Children
should be seated and using the proper restraint
system.
•To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The
rear cargo space is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit
in seats and use seat belts.
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WARNING!
•The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve-
hicle handling. To avoid loss of control resulting
in personal injury, follow these guidelines for
loading your vehicle:
•Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the
vehicle to sway.
•Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the
seatback. This could impair visibility or become a
dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The automatic load leveling system will provide a level-
riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading
conditions.
A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers
raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes
approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling
to complete depending on road surface conditions.
If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15
hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The
vehicle must be driven to reset the system.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instrument Panel And Controls.............199

Base Instrument Cluster..................200

Premium Instrument Cluster...............201

Instrument Cluster Descriptions............202

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —
If Equipped...........................213
▫Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................215
▫Oil Change Required...................218
▫Trip Functions.......................219▫Compass Display.....................222
▫Telephone — If Equipped...............224
▫Navigation — If Equipped...............226
▫Personal Settings
(Customer Programmable Features)........227

Setting The Analog Clock.................232

Radio General Information................232
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................232
▫Two Types Of Signals..................2324

▫Electrical Disturbances..................233
▫AM Reception.......................233
▫FM Reception........................233

Sales Code REN — Multimedia System —
If Equipped...........................234
▫Operating Instructions —
Satellite Radio (If Equipped).............234
▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect™)
(If Equipped)........................235
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................235

Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And
6–Disc CD/DVD Changer
(MP3/WMA AUX Jack)..................237
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......237▫Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)....245
▫Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files........247
▫List Button
(Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play)..........250
▫Info Button
(Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play)..........250

Sales Code RER — Multimedia System —
If Equipped...........................252
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio.....253
▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect™)
(If Equipped)........................253
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................253
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Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)................256
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......256
▫Operation Instructions - CD Mode For CD And
MP3 Audio Play......................262
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files.............264
▫List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......267
▫Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......267

Satellite Radio (RSC) — If Equipped
(REQ And RES Radios Only)...............268
▫System Activation.....................268
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................269
▫Selecting Satellite Mode.................269▫Satellite Antenna......................269
▫Reception Quality.....................270
▫Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode......270
▫Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................272
▫Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VES) (If Equipped).............272

Video Entertainment System — If Equipped....272

Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) —
If Equipped...........................275
▫Connecting The iPod..................275
▫Controlling The iPodUsing Radio Buttons . . . 275
▫Play Mode..........................276
▫List Or Browse Mode..................278
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Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 279

CD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............281

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........281

Climate Controls.......................281
▫Manual Air Conditioning And
Heating System......................282▫Automatic Temperature Control —
If Equipped.........................284
▫Operating Tips.......................290

Rear Window Features...................293
▫Electric Rear Window Defroster...........293
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
1 — Air Outlet 6 — Glove Box 11 — Ash Tray* 16 — Headlight Switch
2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Radio 12 — Storage Compartment* * If Equipped
3 — Hazard Switch 8 — Climate Control 13 — Ignition Switch
4 — Analog Clock 9 — Heated Seat Switch* 14 — Hood Release
5 — Electronic Stability Program Off Button* /
Traction Control System Off Button*10 — Power Outlet 15 — Trunk Release SwitchUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199
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BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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