wipers CHRYSLER 300 LX 2006 Owners Manual

▫Power Seats..........................90
▫Power Reclining Seats...................91
▫Lumbar Support.......................92
▫Heated Seats—If Equipped..............92
▫Head Restraints.......................94
▫Folding Rear Seat......................94

Driver Memory Seat.....................95
▫Programming The Remote Keyless Transmitter
For The Memory Feature.................96
▫Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory
Seat Only)...........................97

Adjustable Pedals—If Equipped...........98

To Open And Close The Hood.............99

Lights..............................100
▫Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights.....100
▫Interior Lights.......................101▫Headlight Switch.....................102
▫Multi-Function Lever...................102
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights.............................103
▫Automatic Headlights–If Equipped........103
▫Headlights On With Wipers
(Available With Auto Headlights Only)......103
▫Smartbeams—If Equipped..............104
▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only).....104
▫Lights-On Reminder...................105
▫Headlight Time Delay..................105
▫Fog Lights—If Equipped...............105
▫Turn Signals.........................105
▫Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch.........106
▫Flash To Pass........................106

Windshield Wipers And Washers..........106
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▫Windshield Washers...................107
▫Rain Sensing Wipers—If Equipped.........107
▫Mist Feature.........................108
▫Headlights On With Wipers
(Available With Auto Headlights Only)......108
▫Windshield Wiper Operation.............109
▫Intermittent Wiper System...............109
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................109

Headlight Washers—If Equipped.........110
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................110

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column..........111

Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column—
If Equipped
..........................112

Traction Control System (TCS)—
If Equipped
..........................113

Rear Park Assist System—If Equipped.....114

Brake Assist System (BAS)—If Equipped....116

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)—
If Equipped
..........................117
▫Synchronizing ESP....................119

Electronic Speed Control.................119
▫To Activate..........................120
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............120
▫To Deactivate........................120
▫To Resume Speed.....................120
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............120
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............121

Overhead Console—If Equipped..........122
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights................122
▫Sunglasses Storage....................122

Garage Door Opener—If Equipped........123
▫Programming HomeLink................124
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 126
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Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights
Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent
for parking light and instrument panel light operation.
Turn to the second detent for headlight, park light and
instrument panel light operation.
Automatic Headlights–If Equipped
This system automatically turns your headlights ON or
OFF based on ambient light levels. To turn the system ON,
rotate the headlight switch counter-clockwise to the AUTO
(A) position. When the system is ON, the Headlight Time
Delay feature is also ON. This means your headlights will
stay ON for up to 90 seconds after you turn the ignition
switch OFF. To turn the Automatic System OFF, move the
headlight switch out of the AUTO (A) position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come ON in the Automatic mode.
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.
Headlight Switch
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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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Windshield Washers
To use the front washer, push the lever in and hold while
spray is desired. If the lever is released while in the delay
range, the wiper will operate for two wipe cycles after the
lever is released, and then resume the intermittent inter-
val previously selected.
If the lever is pushed while in the OFF position, the
wipers will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn OFF.
Rain Sensing Wipers—If Equipped
This feature senses moisture on the windshield and
automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The
feature is especially useful for road splash or overspray
from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate
the end of the multi-function lever to one of six settings
to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the
multi-function lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least
sensitive, and wiper delay position 6 is the most sensi-
tive. Settings 3-4 should be used for normal rain condi-
tions. Settings 2 or 1 can be used if the driver desires less
wiper sensitivity. Settings 5 and 6 can be used if the
driver desires more sensitivity. Place the wiper switch in
the OFF position when not using the system.
NOTE:
•
The rain sensing feature will not operate when the
wiper switch is in the LOW or HIGH speed position.
•On some vehicles the rain sensing feature will not
operate when the gear selector is placed in the NEU-
TRAL position.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
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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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“Rain Sensing Intermittent Wipers”—If Equipped
When ON is selected, the system will automatically
activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on
the windshield. To make your selection, press and release
the FUNCTION SELECT button until“ON”or“OFF”
appears. When OFF is selected, the system reverts to the
standard intermittent wiper operation.
“Automatically Move Seat Back on Exit”—If
Equipped
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
vehicle. This feature is turned OFF when the vehicle is
delivered from the factory. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until“ON”
or“OFF”appears.
NOTE:The seat will return to the memorized seat
location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set
to ON) when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used
to unlock the door. Refer to“Easy Entry/Exit Seat”under
“Driver Memory Seat”in Section 3 of this manual for
more information.
“Tilt Mirrors Down in Reverse”—If Equipped
When ON is selected, the outside rearview mirrors will
tilt downward when the ignition switch is in the ON
position and the transmission is in the R (Reverse)
position. The mirrors will move back to their previous
position when the transmission is shifted out of R (Re-
verse). To make your selection, press and release the
FUNCTION SELECT button until“ON”or“OFF”ap-
pears.
“Park Assist System”—If Equipped
When ON is selected, the system will scan for objects
behind the vehicle when the transmission is in the R
(Reverse) or N (Neutral) position. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until“ON”or“OFF”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 attempt to tow this vehicle from the front
with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the
front fascia will result.
•The only approved method of towing is with a flat
bed truck.
•Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. Damage to
the rear sheet metal, and fascia will occur.
•Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-
mission may result.
If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed
(wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON
position, not the ACCESSORY position. Make certain the
transmission remains in NEUTRAL.
Without The Ignition Key
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK position. The only ap-
proved method of towing with out the ignition key is
with a flat bed truck. Proper towing equipment is neces-
sary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER
VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the
ground)
Flat towing of vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission, is only permitted within the limitations
described in this section.
TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER
VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLY
The manufacturedoes not recommendthat you tow this
vehicle on a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may occur.
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WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer
to Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for
further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced repairman.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar-
bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro-
tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by dealers or other service facilities
using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C System
Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-
sor Oil, or Refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter—If Equipped
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood,
behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger
side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When
installing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation. To
replace the filter remove the access door in the cowl
screen by pressing the retaining clips. Slide the lid on the
filter adapter forward and down and remove used filter.
Install new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of
airflow, which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and
arrows on the filter indicate this).
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