headlights CHRYSLER 300 LX 2006 User Guide

NOTE:The message“Turn Signal On”will appear in
the electronic vehicle information center (EVIC)—if
equipped, and a continuous chime will be heard when
the vehicle has been driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km)
with either turn signal on.
Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
Push the Multi-Function Lever away from you to switch
the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the Lever towards
you to switch the headlights back to LOW beam.
Flash to Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the Multi-Function Lever toward you.
This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam
and remain on until the lever is released.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The wipers and washers are operated by the
multi-function lever. The lever is located on the
left side of the steering column. Rotate the end of
the control lever to select the desired wiper speed.
CAUTION!
Turn the windshield wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to the
windshield wipers may result if the wiper switch is
left in any position other than OFF.
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•The rain sensing feature may not function properly
when ice, or dried salt water is present on the wind-
shield.
•Use of Rain-Xor products containing wax or silicone
may reduce rain sensor performance.
•A customer programmable feature in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) allows the Rain
Sense feature to be turned off. Refer to“Personal
Settings”in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
section of this manual for details.
The rain sensing system has protection features for the
wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the
following conditions:
•Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit—When the ignition
is first switched ON and the vehicle is stationary, and
the outside temperature is below 32°F(0°C), the rain
sensing feature will be suspended unless the wiper
switch is moved, or the vehicle speed becomes greater
than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside temperature rises
above freezing.
•Neutral Wipe Inhibit—When the ignition is ON and
while the transmission shift lever is in the N (Neutral)
position, and the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8
k/mh), the rain sensing feature will be suspended
unless the wiper switch is moved or the shift lever is
moved out of the N (Neutral) position.
Mist Feature
Push the wiper lever in to activate a single wipe to clear
off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as
the lever is pushed in, the wipers will continue to
operate.
Headlights On With Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
The headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds
after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is
placed in the AUTO position. The headlights will also
turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were
turned on by this feature. This feature can be turned on or
off using the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)—If equipped. Refer to”Headlights On With
Wipers”in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
section of this manual for details.
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15. Trip Odometer Button
Trip Odometer Button—Standard Cluster
The wordTRIPwill appear when this button is pressed.
Push in and hold the button for two seconds when the
trip odometer is displayed to reset it to 0 miles or
kilometers. A second press of the button will display the
outside temperature in the odometer.
Trip Odometer Button—Premium Cluster
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of the two trip odometer settings. The letter“A”or
“B”will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in
and hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip
odometer to 0 miles or kilometers. The odometer must be
in trip mode to reset.
16. High Beam Light
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Push the Multi-Function lever away from
the steering wheel to switch the headlights to high
beam.17. Transmission Range Indicator
This display indicator shows the automatic transmission
gear selection.
18. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb
check. During the bulb check, if the driver’sor
front passenger’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will
sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the
driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt remains unbuck-
led, the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on
continuously. (See page 37 for more information.)
19. Vehicle Theft Alarm (VTA) Indicator Light—If
Equipped
The VTA indicator Light flashes rapidly when the VTA is
arming, and slowly when the VTA is armed. (See page 25
for more information.)
20. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
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“Remote Key Unlock”
WhenDriver Door 1st Pressis selected, only the driver’s
door will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless
entry unlock button. When Driver Door 1st Press is
selected, you must press of the remote keyless entry
unlock button twice to unlock the passenger’s doors.
WhenAll Doors 1st Pressis selected, all of the doors will
unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry
unlock button. To make your selection, press and release
the FUNCTION SELECT button until“Driver Door 1st
Press”or“All Doors 1st Press”appears.
“Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock”
When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when
the remote keyless entry“Lock”button is pressed. This
feature may be selected with or without the flash lights
on lock/unlock feature. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until“ON”
or“OFF”appears.
“Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock”
When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will
flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the
remote keyless entry transmitter. This feature may be
selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature
selected. To make your selection, press and release the
FUNCTION SELECT button until“ON”or“OFF”ap-
pears.
“Delay Turning Headlights Off”
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until“0,”
“30,”“60,”or“90”appears.
“Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock”
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter. To
make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION
SELECT button until“OFF,”“30 sec.,”“60 sec.,”or“90
sec.”appears.
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“Headlights On With Wipers”(Available with
Auto Headlights Only)
When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The
headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned
off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your
selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT
button until“ON”or“OFF”appears.
NOTE:Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to“Lights”in Section 3 of this manual.
“Automatic High Beams”—If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights
will deactivate automatically under certain conditions. To
make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION
SELECT button until“ON”or“OFF”appears. Refer to
“SmartBeams”in section 3 of this manual for more
information.
SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK
To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument
panel, press and hold the button until the setting is
correct.
Analog Clock
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and
Park/Turn Light–300C
High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID)—If
Equipped
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlight switch off and the key removed.Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb
yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the
headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious
electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop-
erly. See your authorized dealer for service.
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NOTE:On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis-
charge Headlights (HID), when the headlights are turned
on there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and
becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as
the system charges.
•Open the hood.
•Twist the appropriate bulb socket assembly counter-
clockwise and pull out. Pull the bulb out of the socket
assembly.
NOTE:Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be
necessary prior to replacing bulbs on the headlight
assembly on the driver side of the vehicle.
•Replace the bulb and push into socket assembly.
Reinstall the socket assembly, and turn clockwise.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 225
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 314
Adding Fuel.......................... 257
Adding Washer Fluid..............109,110,310
Additives, Fuel........................ 255
Adjustable Pedals....................... 98
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 307
Air Conditioning....................... 192
Air Conditioning Filter................202,308
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 203
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 308
Air Conditioning System................. 192
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 244
Airbag................................ 39
Airbag Deployment....................43,49
Airbag Light....................44,51,61,144
Airbag Maintenance...................... 50
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........40,47
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 25
Alignment and Balance.................. 250
All Wheel Drive (AWD)...............229,321
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 185
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............313,344
Disposal............................ 315
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 225
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 144
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 25
Appearance Care....................... 321
Auto Down Power Windows............... 27
Auto Up Power Windows................. 28
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 67
Automatic Door Locks..................17,18
Automatic Headlights................... 103
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 196
Automatic Transmission............210,215,320
Adding Fluid.....................320,347
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 320
Fluid Change........................ 320
Fluid Level Check..................... 320
Fluid Type.......................... 347
Gear Ranges......................... 211
Torque Converter..................... 214
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . . 214
Autostick..........................217,222
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Cooling System....................... 312
Engine Oil.......................298,299
Power Steering....................... 309
Fluids............................... 346
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts........ 346
Fog Lights.........................105,143
Folding Rear Seat....................... 94
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 285
Fuel................................. 253
Adding............................. 257
Additives........................... 255
Clean Air........................... 254
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................... 257
Filter.............................. 304
Gasoline............................ 253
Gauge............................. 147
Hoses.............................. 319
Octane Rating.....................253,346
Requirements.....................253,344
Tank Capacity........................ 344
Fueling.............................. 257
Fuses................................ 326Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .......... 123
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)................. 257
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 254
Gasoline (Fuel)........................ 253
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 254
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 146
Fuel............................... 147
Speedometer......................... 143
Tachometer.......................... 143
Gear Ranges........................... 211
General Information.................15,23,234
Glass Cleaning......................... 324
Gross Axle Weight Rating..............260,263
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............260,262
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™) ............ 70
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 274
Head Restraints......................... 94
Headlight Washers................... 110,310
Headlights............................ 336
High Beam.......................... 106
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch...... 106
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Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 32
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)..... 56
Latch Plate............................ 33
Latches
Hood............................... 99
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 253
Life of Tires........................... 249
Lights.............................61,100
Airbag.......................44,51,61,144
Anti-Lock........................... 144
Automatic Headlights.................. 103
Brake Warning....................... 144
Bulb Replacement..................... 333
Courtesy/Reading.................... 100
Daytime Running..................... 104
Dimmer Switch, Headlight...........102,106
Engine Temperature Warning............ 143
Fog .............................105,143
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 274
Headlight Switch..................... 103
Headlights.......................103,336
Headlights On With Wipers..........103,108High Beam.......................... 106
High Beam Indicator................... 147
Illuminated Entry...................... 15
Instrument Cluster.................... 103
Interior............................. 101
License............................. 344
Lights On Reminder................... 105
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)...... 149
Oil Pressure......................... 149
Reading............................ 122
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 147
Service..........................333,334
Service Engine Soon
(Malfunction Indicator)................. 149
SmartBeams......................... 104
Turn Signal.......................102,105
Voltage............................. 149
Load Leveling System................... 136
Loading Vehicle.....................260,261
Capacities........................... 261
Tires ............................... 239
Locks
Door............................... 15
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