Instrument CHRYSLER 300 2005 1.G Owner's Manual

The traction control system (TCS) warning
light is located in the instrument cluster. The
TCS light will flash as soon as the tires lose
traction and the wheels begin to spin. This
indicates that the TCS system is active. If the TCS
warning light begins to flash during acceleration, ease up
on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing
road conditions. When the TCS warning light is illumi-
nated continuously, the TCS is switched off. To return to
the enhanced vehicle stability offered by TCS, press the
TCS switch (the TCS warning light in the instrument
cluster goes out). Avoid spinning one drive wheel. This
may cause serious damage to the drive train and is not
covered by the DaimlerChrysler warranty.
The TCS OFF switch is located on the center of the
instrument panel. To turn the traction control system OFF
press the TCS OFF switch until the traction control
Indicator in the instrument cluster lights up.
To improve the vehicle's traction when driving with
snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel,
switch off the TCS system by pressing the TCS switch.To turn the system back ON, press the TCS OFF switch a
second time until the traction control Indicator turns OFF.
NOTE:
²
The traction control system comes on each time the
ignition switch is turned ON. This will occur even if
you used the switch to turn the system OFF.
²The Traction Control system will make buzzing or
clicking sounds when in operation.
TCS OFF switch
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Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated.
The yellow BAS malfunction indicator light
comes on with the key in the ignition switch
turned to the ªONº position. The light should
go out with the engine running. If the BAS
malfunction indicator light comes on continuously with
the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in
either the BAS or the ESP system. If this light stays
illuminated, have the BAS and ESP checked at your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is
combined with the BAS on some models. The
yellow BAS malfunction indicator light and the
yellow ESP warning light in the instrument
cluster both come on with the key in the ignition switch
turned to the ªONº position. They should go out with the
engine running. If the BAS/ESP malfunction indicator
light comes on continuously with the engine running, a
malfunction has been detected in either the BAS or the
ESP system. If this light stays illuminated, have the BAS
and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP)Ð IF
EQUIPPED
WARNING!
ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from
acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction
afforded. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, includ-
ing those resulting from excessive speed in turns, or
hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of an
ESP-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopar-
dize the user's safety or the safety of others.
The ESP enhances directional control and reduces driving
wheel spin of the vehicle under various driving condi-
tions. The system operates when the vehicle speed is
greater than 7.8 mph (12.6 km/h).
The ESP system corrects for over/understeering of the
vehicle by applying brakes to the appropriate wheel.
Engine torque is also limited.
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The ESP warning light, located in the instru-
ment cluster, starts to flash as soon as the ESP
system sensor's information varies from the
driver's intended path. The ESP warning light
also flashes when traction control is activated. If the ESP
warning light begins to flash during acceleration, ease up
on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing
road conditions. When the ESP warning light is illumi-
nated continuously, the ESP is switched off. To return to
the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP, press the
ESP OFF switch (the ESP warning light in the instrument
cluster goes out). Avoid spinning one drive wheel. This
may cause serious damage to the drive train and is not
covered by the DaimlerChrysler warranty.
To improve the vehicle's traction when driving with
snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel,
switch off the ESP system by pressing the ESP OFF
switch.With the ESP system switched off, the engine torque
reduction feature is cancelled. Therefore, the enhanced
vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable. ESP al-
ways operates under braking, even with the switch in the
OFF position. When the ESP system is disabled (if one
drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin) the brake is
applied by the ESP system to control wheel slip. This
wheel slip control is active at vehicle speeds between
approximately 24 mph (40 km/h) and 50 mph (80 km/h).
ESP OFF Switch
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstruments And Controls................137
mStandard Instrument Cluster..............138
mPremium Instrument Cluster..............139
mInstrument Cluster Descriptions...........140
mElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)±
If Equipped
..........................147
NTrip Functions.......................149
NCompass Display.....................150
NTelephone Ð If Equipped...............152
NNavigation Ð If Equipped...............154NPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................154
mSetting The Analog Clock................158
mSales Code REF Ð AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And
Hands Free Phone Capability
.............159
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......159
NOperation Instructions - CD Mode.........162
NOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone Ð
If Equipped.........................164
NOperating Instructions - Satellite Radio Ð
If Equipped.........................164
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mSales Code RAQ ± AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio
With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone,
And Vehicle Entertainment Systems (Ves)
Capabilities
..........................164
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......164
NOperation Instructions -
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........169
NLoad/Eject Button
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........170
NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............171
NOperation Instructions -
(CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play)..........173
NLoad/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 174
mSales Code RAK ± AM/FM/Cassette/CD (6-Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free
Phone, Video, MP3, And WMA Capabilities
. . 175
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......176NOperating Instructions Ð Tape Player.......179
NSeek Button.........................179
NFast Forward (FF).....................179
NRewind (RW)........................179
NTape Eject...........................180
NScan Button.........................180
NChanging Tape Direction................180
NMetal Tape Selection...................180
NPinch Roller Release...................180
NNoise Reduction......................180
NOperation Instructions -
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........180
NLoad/Eject Button
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........181
NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............183
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NOperation Instructions -
(CD Mode For MP3 And WMA Audio Play) . . 185
NLoad/Eject Button
(CD Mode For MP3 And WMA Play).......185
mSatellite Radio Ð If Equipped.............187
NSystem Activation.....................187
NElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................187
NSelecting Satellite Mode In REF, RAQ, And RAK
Radios.............................188
NSelecting a Channel....................188
NStoring And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......188
NUsing The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................189
NPTY Button9Scan9.....................189
NPTY Button9Seek9.....................189NSatellite Antenna......................189
NReception Quality.....................189
mRemote Sound System Controls...........190
NRadio Operation......................191
NTape Player.........................191
NCD Player..........................191
NSatellite............................191
mRadio General Information...............191
NRadio Broadcast Signals.................191
NTwo Types Of Signals..................192
NElectrical Disturbances..................192
NAM Reception.......................192
NFM Reception........................192
mCassette Tape And Player Maintenance......192
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mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance..............193
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones.......194
mClimate Controls......................194
NClimate Controls Ð Manual..............194
NAutomatic Temperature Control Ð
If Equipped.........................197
NSummer Operation....................202NWinter Operation.....................203
NVacation Storage......................203
NWindow Fogging.....................203
NOutside Air Intake....................203
NA/C Air Filter Ð If Equipped............203
NOperating Tips.......................204
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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STANDARD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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