CHRYSLER 300 S 2012 Owners Manual

SRT8ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant 6.4L MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five
Year/100,000 Mile FormulaHOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. 15.2 Quarts (14.4 Liters) Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil With Filter 6.4L For best performance and maximum protection
under all types of operating conditions, the
manufacturer only recommends full synthetic
engine oils that meet the American Petroleum
Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF. The
manufacturer recommends the use of a full
synthetic SAE 0W-40 engine oil or equivalent. 7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 6.4L MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter or equivalent. —
Spark Plugs 6.4L LZTR6AP11EG (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]) —
Automatic Transmission – 6.4L Engine MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid
or equivalent licensed ATF+4® product. —
Axle Rear (SRT8) MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W–90
(API GL-5) or equivalent (with MOPAR® Friction
Modifier – Hypoid Gear Additive). —
Power Steering Reservoir (SRT8) MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR®
ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4® product. —
Fuel Selection 6.4L Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or higher. 19.1 Gallons (72 Liters) (Approximate)
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even
if it occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-
road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace
if necessary. XX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X XXXX
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XXXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using
your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or
frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid – All
Wheel Drive (AWD). XX
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All
Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing. XX
Inspect the transfer case fluid – All Wheel Drive (AWD). X X
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of
the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing –
All Wheel Drive (AWD). X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper
looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
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Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Replace the engine air cleaner. XXX
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXXXXX
Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine) XXX
Replace the spark plugs (3.6L engine) X
Inspect and replace PCV valve.* X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or
104,000 miles (169,000 km) whichever comes first. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 104,000 miles
(169,000 km) or 60 months whichever comes first. X• * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty.
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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Maintenance Record
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center
8,000 Miles
(13,000 km)
or 6 Months
16,000 Miles
(26,000 km)
or 12 Months
24,000 Miles
(39,000 km)
or 18 Months
32,000 Miles
(52,000 km)
or 24 Months
40,000 Miles
(65,000 km)
or 30 Months
48,000 Miles
(78,000 km)
or 36 Months
56,000 Miles
(91,000 km)
or 42 Months
64,000 Miles
(104,000 km)
or 48 Months
72,000 Miles
(117,000 km)
or 54 Months
80,000 Miles
(130,000 km)
or 60 Months
88,000 Miles
(143,000 km)
or 66 Months
96,000 Miles
(156,000 km)
or 72 Months
104,000 Miles
(169,000 km)
or 78 Months
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SRT8 – MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even
if it occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-
road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace
if necessary. XXXX X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. XXXXX X
Inspect the exhaust system. XXXXX X
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using
your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or
frequent trailer towing. X
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. XXXX
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper
looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner. X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXXXXX
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not
done at 102,000 miles (170,000 km). X• * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty.
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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SRT8 – Maintenance Record
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center
6,000 Miles
(10,000 km)
or 6 Months
12,000 Miles
(20,000 km)
or 12 Months
18,000 Miles
(30,000 km)
or 18 Months
24,000 Miles
(40,000 km)
or 24 Months
30,000 Miles
(50,000 km)
or 30 Months
36,000 Miles
(60,000 km)
or 36 Months
42,000 Miles
(70,000 km)
or 42 Months
48,000 Miles
(80,000 km)
or 48 Months
54,000 Miles
(90,000 km)
or 54 Months
60,000 Miles
(100,000 km)
or 60 Months
66,000 Miles
(110,000 km)
or 66 Months
72,000 Miles
(120,000 km)
or 72 Months
78,000 Miles
(130,000 km)
or 78 Months
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FUSES
Integrated Power Module
• The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment on the righthand side near the Washer Fluid Reservoir. This module contains fuses and relays.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
2 40 Amp Green — Radiator Fan #13 50 Amp Red — Power Steering #1
4 30 Amp Pink — Starter 5 40 Amp Green — Anti-Lock Brakes
9 — 20 Amp Yellow All-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped
10 — 10 Amp Red Security 11 — 20 Amp Yellow Horns
12 — 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch
14 — 25 Amp Neutral Anti-Lock Brakes 15 — 25 Amp Neutral Transmission
18 50 Amp Red — Radiator Fan #2 19 50 Amp Red — Power Steering #2
20 30 Amp Pink — Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp Pink — Headlamp Washers
28 — 25 Amp Neutral Fuel Pump
29 — 15 Amp Blue Transmission Shifter
31 — 25 Amp Neutral Engine Module
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description34 — 25 Amp Neutral Powertrain #135 — 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain #2
36 — 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake Module 37 — 10 Amp Red Engine Controller/Rad Fan Relays
38 — 10 Amp Red Airbag Module 39 — 10 Amp Red Power Steering Module/AC Clutch Relay
48 — 10 Amp Red AWD Module/Front Axle Disconnect 51 — 20 Amp Yellow Vacuum Pump
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Fuses – Rear Power Distribution Center
• There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire accesspanel. This center contains fuses and relays.
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description2 60 Amp Yellow — Front PDC Feed #1
4 60 Amp Yellow — Front PDC Feed #2 5 30 Amp Pink — Sunroof
6 40 Amp Green — Exterior Lighting #1 7 40 Amp Green — Exterior Lighting #2
8 30 Amp Pink — Interior Lighting/Washer Pump 9 30 Amp Pink — Power Locks
10 30 Amp Pink — Driver Door 11 30 Amp Pink — Passenger Door
12 — 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighters (Selectable)
15 40 Amp Green — HVAC Blower
18 — 20 Amp Yellow Active Dampening Module
23 — 10 Amp Red Fuel Door/Diagnostic Port
24 — 15 Amp Blue Radio Screen 25 — 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor 27 — 25 Amp Neutral Amplifier 31 — 25 Amp Neutral Power Seats
32 — 15 Amp Blue HVAC Module/Cluster 33 — 15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/Wireless Module
34 — 10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/Clock 35 — 10 Amp Red Battery Sensor 37 — 15 Amp Blue Radio
38 — 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet
42 30 Amp Pink — Rear Defrost 43 — 25 Amp Neutral Rear Heated Seats/Steering Wheel
44 — 10 Amp Red Park Assist/Blind Spot/Camera 45 — 15 Amp Blue Cluster/Rearview Mirror/Compass
46 — 10 Amp Red Adaptive Cruise Control 47 — 10 Amp Red Adaptive Front Lighting
48 — 20 Amp Yellow Active Suspension 51 — 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seats
52 — 10 Amp Red Heated Cupholders/Rear Heated Seat Switches 53 — 10 Amp Red HVAC Module/In Car Temperature Sensor
58 — 10 Amp Red Airbag Module
64 — 25 Amp Neutral Rear Windows 65 — 10 Amp Red Airbag Module 67 — 15 Amp Blue Run Sense
68 — 15 Amp Blue Power Outlet Illumination/Rear Sunshade
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