power steering CHRYSLER 300 SRT 2013 2.G Owners Manual

Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99

▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available with
Automatic Headlights Only) .............212
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers ...................212
 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN . . .214
 POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED ...............215
 HEATED STEERING WHEEL —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .216
 ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED ......218
 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .220
▫ To Activate ......................... .221
▫ To Set A Desired Speed .................221
▫ To Deactivate ....................... .222▫
To Resume Speed .....................222
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............222
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ................222
 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .223
▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation . . . .225
▫ Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . . . .226
▫ To Activate ......................... .227
▫ To Set A Desired ACC Speed .............228
▫ To Cancel .......................... .230
▫ ToTurnOff......................... .230
▫ To Resume Speed .....................231
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............231
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The memory seat switch is located on the driver ’s door
trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: The (S)
button, which is used to activate the memory save
function and the (1) and (2) buttons which are used to
recall either of two pre-programmed memory profiles.Programming The Memory Feature
To create a new memory profile, perform the following:
1. Place the ignition into the RUN position.
2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer-ences (i.e., seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals [if
equipped], power tilt and telescopic steering column
[if equipped], and radio station presets).
3. Press and release the S (Set) button on the memory switch.
4.
Within five seconds, press and release either of the
memory buttons (1) or (2). The Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC) will display which memory posi-
tion has been set.
Memory Seat Switch
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NOTE:Your RKE transmitters can be unlinked to your
memory settings by following steps 1-4 above and press-
ing the UNLOCK button (instead of LOCK) on the RKE
transmitter in Step 4.
Memory Position Recall
NOTE:The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory
positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in
PARK, a message will display in the EVIC (if equipped).
To recall the memory settings for driver one, press
MEMORY button number (1) on the driver’s door or the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to
memory position 1. To recall the memory setting for driver two, press
MEMORY button number (2) on the driver’s door or the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to
memory position 2.
A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the
MEMORY buttons (S, 1, or 2) on the driver’s door during
a recall. When a recall is cancelled, the driver seat, side
mirror, adjustable pedals (if equipped), and power tilt
and telescopic steering column (if equipped) stop mov-
ing. A delay of one second will occur before another recall
can be selected.
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POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or
downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the
steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering col-
umn switch is located below the multifunction lever on the
steering column.
To tilt the steering column, move the switch up or down
as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column,
pull the switch toward you or push the switch away from
you as desired.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat,
you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit-
ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel
to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to pre-
programmed positions. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat”
in this section.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-
ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause
the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious injury or
death.
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Switch
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•Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale
This telltale indicates that the transmission fluid
temperature is running hot. This may occur with
severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this
telltale turns on, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and
run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature
Warning Telltale illuminated will eventually cause se-
vere transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
If the Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale is
illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle,
in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to
boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust
components and cause a fire.
• Electric Power Steering Malfunction
This telltale is on when the Electric Power
Steering is not operating and needs service.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319

•Oil Pressure
Shows the actual oil pressure.
• Battery Voltage
Shows the actual battery voltage.
Engine
When selected, this screen displays miles per hour (mph),
horsepower (hp), torque (ft/lb), oil pressure (psi) and
gear selector values.
Handling
When selected, this screen displays peak g-force, steering
and yaw angles.
Options
When selected, this screen allows you to choose a stan-
dard or customize display for your SRT home page.
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.
Setting The Analog Clock
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DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........390
▫ Acceleration ........................ .390
▫ Traction ........................... .391
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............391
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................391
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................392
 POWER STEERING .....................393
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ..............394
 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .395
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .395
 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM .............398
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .400
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............400
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............400
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............401
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........402
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................405
▫ Ready Alert Braking ...................407
▫ Rain Brake Support ....................408
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light ........408
▫ Synchronizing ESC ....................409
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............410
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .410
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WARNING!
•Driving through standing water limits your vehi-
cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph
(8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
• Driving through standing water limits your vehi-
cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping
distances. Therefore, after driving through stand-
ing water, drive slowly and lightly press on the
brake pedal several times to dry the brakes.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and leave you
stranded.
• Failure to follow these warnings may result in
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your pas-
sengers, and others around you.
POWER STEERING
The standard power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability
in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical
steering capability if power assist is lost.
If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will
still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi-
tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering
effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during
parking maneuvers.
NOTE:
• Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel
travel are considered normal and do not indicate that
there is a problem with the power steering system.
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•Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer-
ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time.
This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering
system. This noise should be considered normal, and it
does not in any way damage the steering system.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced power steering
assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.
Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end
of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering
fluid temperature and it should be avoided when
possible. Damage to the power steering pump may
occur.
Power Steering Fluid Check
Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined
service interval is not required. The fluid should only be
checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are
apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici-
pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho-
rized dealer.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering
system as the chemicals can damage your power
steering components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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