CHRYSLER 300 SRT 2010 1.G Owners Manual

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
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WARNING! (Continued)
•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.
CARGO AREA FEATURES
Trunk Mat — If Equipped
A reversible trunk mat covers the bottom of the cargo
area. The rubber side of the mat is used to protect the
interior of the trunk from mud, snow, and debris. It
provides a nonskid surface to keep cargo from sliding.
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REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located on the
climate control. Press this button to turn on the
rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if
equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminate
when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
defroster automatically turns off after approximately
10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation,
press the button a second time.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to
the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features ............... 187
 Instrument Cluster .................... 188
 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 189
 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 199
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... 202
▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ....... 206
▫ Trip Functions ...................... 206
▫ Performance Pages — If Equipped ........ 208▫
Keyless Go Display — If Equipped ........ 212
▫ Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS)
– If Equipped ....................... 212
▫ Compass Display .................... 213
▫ Uconnect™ GPS — If Equipped .......... 215
▫ System Warnings (Customer Information
Features) .......................... 216
▫ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features) .......................... 216
 Setting The Analog Clock ................ 221
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Media Center 730N/430 (RER/REN/RBZ) —
AM/FM Stereo Radio And CD/DVD/HDD/
NAV — If Equipped .................... 222
▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Command
System — If Equipped ................. 222
▫ Operating Instructions —
Uconnect™ phone — If Equipped ........ 222
▫ Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio ..... 222
▫ Clock Setting Procedure —
RER/REN Radio ..................... 224
 Media Center 130 (RES) — AM/FM Stereo
Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) ....... 226
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 226
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 229 ▫
Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 232
▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode .... 234
 Media Center 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM
Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)
And Sirius Radio ...................... 235
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 235
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 241
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 243
▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 246
▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 246
 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) 0.5
— If Equipped ........................ 247
▫ Connecting The iPod ................. 248
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▫Using This Feature ................... 248
▫ Controlling The iPod Using Radio
Buttons ........................... 248
▫ Play Mode ......................... 249
▫ List Or Browse Mode ................. 250
 Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio)
— If Equipped (REN/RER/RES Radios Only) . . 252
▫ System Activation .................... 252
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID) ......... 253
▫ Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite)
Mode ............................. 253
▫ Satellite Antenna ..................... 253
▫ Reception Quality .................... 254 ▫
Operating Instructions - Uconnect™
Multimedia (Satellite) Mode ............. 254
▫ Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone
(If Equipped) ....................... 256
 Kicker High Performance Sound System With
Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS)
– If Equipped ......................... 257
 Video Entertainment System (VES)™
— If Equipped ........................ 258
▫ Kicker Mobile Surround (KMS1)
– If Equipped ....................... 260
 Remote Sound System Controls
— If Equipped ........................ 260
 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance .............. 262
 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ....... 263
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Climate Controls ...................... 263
▫ Automatic Temperature Control .......... 263▫
Operating Tips ...................... 268
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet7 — Radio13 — Ignition Switch
2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Climate Control14 — Hood Release
3 — Hazard Switch 9 — Heated Seat Switch*15 — Trunk Release Button
4 — Analog Clock 10 — Power Outlet16 — Headlight Switch
5 — Electronic Stability Program Off Button* 11 — Ash Tray* * If Equipped
6 — Glove Compartment 12 — Storage Compartment*
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Electronic Speed Control / Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) Indicator Light — If EquippedThis light will turn on when the electronic
speed control or Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) is ON.
2. Low Fuel Indicator Light This light will turn on and a single chime will
sound when the fuel level drops to approximately
1/8 tank.
3. Front Fog Light Indicator This indicator will illuminate when the front fog
lights are on.
4. Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated. NOTE:•A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven
more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.
•Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either
indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
5. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
6. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Display / Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has
been driven. U.S. Federal regulations require that upon
transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the
purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been
driven. If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced,
the repair technician should leave the odometer reading
the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he
cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and
a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the
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