CHRYSLER 300 M 2004 1.G Owners Manual

Compass Varianceis the difference between magnetic
north and geographic north. In some areas of the country,
the difference between magnetic and geographic north is
great enough to cause the compass to give false readings.
If this occurs, the compass variance must be set according
to the Compass Variance Map.
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To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set the
display to “Compass/Temperature.” Press the RESET
button approximately five seconds. The last variance
zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP button to
select the new variance zone and press the RESET button
to resume normal operation.
OVERHEAD TRAVEL INFORMATION CENTER —
IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows you to choose between a compass /
temperature display and one of five trip conditions being
monitored.
Pressing the STEP button will select the available trip
information. Pressing the US / M button will toggle
between US and Metric displays. Pressing the C/T (Com-
pass / Temperature) button will return the display to the
normal compass / temperature display.
US/M Button
Use this button to change the display from U.S. to metric
measurement units.
RESET Button
Use this button to reset the following displays to zero:
Average Fuel Economy
Trip Odometer
Elapsed time.
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Global Reset
If the RESET button is pressed twice within 3 seconds
while in any of the 3 resetable displays, the Global Reset
button will reset all 3 displays.
Step Button
Use this button to choose or cycle through the five trip
conditions.
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
This display shows the average fuel economy since the
last reset.
Distance To Empty (DTE)
This display shows the estimated distance that can be
traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. The distance
is calculated by multiplying the amount of fuel remain-
ing by the projected fuel economy. The distance predicted
will change every few seconds to a higher or lower
number as these factors change.
This display cannot be reset.
Trip Odometer (ODO)
This display shows the distance traveled since the last
reset.
Elapsed Time (ET)
This display shows the accumulated ignition ON time
since the last reset.
C/T Button
Use this button to select a readout of the outside tem-
perature and one of eight compass headings that indicate
the direction in which the vehicle is facing.
Compass/Temperature Display
This display provides the outside temperature and one of
eight compass readings to indicate the direction the
vehicle is facing.
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Automatic Compass Calibration
The self calibrating feature of the compass eliminates the
need to calibrate the compass for normal conditions.
During a short initial period, the compass may appear
erratic and the CAL symbol will appear on the display.
The CAL symbol may also appear after the vehicle is
subjected to a high level of magnetism. After completing
three 360 turns at about 5 mph (8 km/h) in an area free
from large metal or metallic objects, the CAL symbol will
turn off and the compass will function normally.
Manual Compass Calibration
If the compass appears erratic and the CAL light does not
appear, you must calibrate the compass. Find an open
area away from large metal objects. With the ignition ON
and the compass/temperature displayed, press and hold
the RESET button until the CAL symbol appears (about
10 seconds). Drive slowly (about 5 mph) (8 km/h) in 3
complete 360 circles. The CAL light will turn off and the
compass will be calibrated.Variance is the difference between magnetic North and
geographic North. For proper compass function, the
correct variance zone must be set. Refer to the variance
map for the correct variance zone. To check the variance
zone, the ignition must be on and the compass/
temperature displayed. Press and hold the RESET button
for about 5 seconds until VAR appears in the display. The
number displayed is the variance zone used by the
compass. To change the zone, press the STEP button to
scroll through numbers 1 through 15. Press the RESET
button after selecting the proper zone to return to the
normal compass/temperature display.
NOTE:To ensure proper compass calibration, make
sure the compass variance is properly set before manu-
ally calibrating the compass (see variance map).
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Outside Temperature
Because engine temperature can increase the displayed
temperature, temperature readings are slowly updated
when vehicle speed is below 20 mph (30 km/h).
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
Your vehicle may be equipped with two power outlets.
The primary power outlet is located in the forward
portion of the center console and in the lower center of
the instrument panel. Accessories powered through this
outlet are protected by a 15 amp fuse. The outlet may be
converted to a cigar lighter by installing the dealer
obtained smoker’s package. The outlet is operated by the
ignition switch, when in the “on/run” or “acc” positions
only. You may convert the outlet from ignition to battery
power by performing the following:
•Remove the fuse cover from the left end of the
instrument panel (see the paragraph on fuses in sec-
tion 7 of this manual.)
•Remove fuse #6 (its on the upper right of the fuse
block) from its “IGN” position.
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•Move the fuse slightly right and insert it in the fuse #6
“BAT” location in the fuse block.
•Reinstall the fuse cover.
There may be an additional power outlet, if equipped,
inside and on the back side of the bin below the armrest.
This power outlet is available for accessory power only
and may not be converted to a cigar lighter. The power
outlet is powered continuously by the battery. Accesso-
ries on this outlet are protected by a 15 amp fuse.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instruments And Controls................111
Instrument Cluster.....................112
Instrument Cluster Description............113
Setting The Analog Clock................118
Electronic Digital Clock.................118
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................118
Radio General Information...............118
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................118
▫Two Types Of Signals..................119
▫Electrical Disturbances..................119
▫AM Reception.......................119
▫FM Reception........................119
Sales Code RAZ—AM/ FM Stereo Radio With
Cassette Tape Player And CD Player — If
Equipped
............................119
▫Operating Instructions — Radio...........119
▫Power Switch, Volume Control............120
▫Seek Button (Radio Mode)...............120
▫Tuning.............................120
▫PTY (Program Type) Button..............120
▫Balance............................121
▫Fade..............................121
▫Tone Control........................122
▫AM/FM Selection.....................122
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▫Scan Button.........................122
▫To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory......122
▫To Change From Clock To Radio Mode......122
▫Operating Instructions — Tape Player.......123
▫Seek Button.........................123
▫Fast Forward (FF).....................123
▫Rewind (RW)........................123
▫Tape Eject...........................123
▫Scan Button.........................123
▫Changing Tape Direction................124
▫Metal Tape Selection...................124
▫Pinch Roller Release...................124
▫Noise Reduction......................124
▫Operating Instructions — CD Player........124
▫Inserting The Compact Disc..............124
▫Seek Button.........................125▫EJT CD (Eject) Button..................125
▫FF/Tune/RW Button...................125
▫Program Button 4 (Random Play)..........125
▫Mode..............................126
▫Tape CD Button......................126
▫Time Button.........................126
▫Scan Button.........................126
Sales Code RBB—AM/FM Stereo Radio With
Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer
Capability
...........................126
▫Operating Instructions..................126
▫Power Button........................127
▫Electronic Volume Control...............127
▫Seek..............................127
▫Tune ..............................127
▫To Set The Push-Button Memory..........127
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▫Balance............................128
▫Fade..............................128
▫Bass And Treble Tone Control............128
▫AM/FM Selection.....................128
▫Mode Button........................128
▫Cassette Player Features................129
▫CD Changer Control Capability —
If Equipped.........................130
▫Radio Display Messages................131
Sales Code RBK—AM/ FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player And CD Changer Controls
.......132
▫Radio Operation......................132
▫CD Player Operation...................134
▫CD Changer Operation — If Equipped......135
Sales Code RB1—AM/FM Stereo Radio With
DVD/GPS Navigation System —
If Equipped
..........................136
Satellite Radio — If Equipped.............137
▫System Activation.....................137
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................137
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB And RBK
Radios.............................138
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP, RBU, RAZ, And
RBQ Radios.........................138
▫Selecting a Channel....................138
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......139
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................139
▫PTY ButtonScan.....................139
▫PTY ButtonSeek.....................139
▫Satellite Antenna......................139
▫Reception Quality.....................139
6 Disc CD Changer — If Equipped.........140
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▫Loading The CD Changer...............140
▫Playing Discs........................140
▫Seek Button.........................141
▫FF/Tune/RW........................141
▫Mode Button........................141
▫Program Button 1.....................141
▫Program Button 4 (Random Play)..........141
▫Program Button 5.....................141
▫Time Button.........................141
▫Changing Modes......................141
▫Removing Discs From The CD Changer.....142
▫CD Changer Operation With The Changer
Off ...............................142Remote Sound System Controls —
If Equipped
..........................142
▫Radio Operation......................143
▫Tape Player.........................143
▫CD Player — Single Disc In Radio.........143
▫CD Player — 6 Disc CD Changer..........143
Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance......144
Compact Disc Maintenance...............145
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones.......145
Climate Controls......................146
▫Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......146
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