CHRYSLER 300 2005 1.G Repair Manual

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mMirrors..............................65
NInside Day/Night Mirror.................65
NAutomatic Dimming Inside Mirror Ð
If Equipped..........................65
NDriver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer Ð
If Equipped..........................66
NTilt In Reverse FeatureÐ If Equipped........66
NExterior Mirrors Folding Feature Ð
If Equipped..........................66
NOutside Mirror Ð Driver's Side............66
NOutside Mirror Ð Passenger's Side..........66
NPower Remote-Control Mirrors.............67NHeated Remote Control Mirrors Ð
If Equipped..........................67
NIlluminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped....68
mHands±Free Communication (UConnectŸ) Ð
If Equipped
...........................68
NOperation............................70
NPhone Call Features....................75
NUConnectŸ System Features..............77
NAdvanced Phone Connectivity.............81
NThings You Should Know About Your
UConnectŸ System.....................82
mRear Park Assist SystemÐ If Equipped.......88
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mSeats................................89
NPower Seats..........................89
NPower Reclining Seats...................90
NLumbar Support.......................91
NHeated SeatsÐIf Equipped...............92
NMemory FeatureÐIf Equipped.............93
NProgramming The Remote Keyless Transmitter
For The Memory Feature.................94
NDriver's Seat Glide ±To ± Exit Feature Ð
If Equipped..........................95
NHead Restraints.......................96
NFolding Rear Seat......................97
mAdjustable Pedals Ð If Equipped...........98
mTo Open And Close The Hood.............99
mLights..............................101
NOverhead Console Map/Reading Lights.....101NInterior Lights.......................101
NHeadlight Switch.....................102
NMulti-Function Lever...................103
NHeadlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights.............................103
NAutomatic Headlights±If Equipped.........104
NHeadlamps On With Wipers
(Available With Auto Headlights Only)......104
NDaytime Running Lights (Canada Only).....104
NLights-On Reminder...................104
NHeadlight Time Delay..................104
NFog Lights Ð If Equipped...............105
NTurn Signals.........................105
NHighbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch.........106
NFlash To Pass........................106
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mWindshield Wipers And Washers..........106
NWindshield Washers...................106
NRain Sensing WipersÐIf Equipped.........107
NMist Feature.........................107
NHeadlamps On With Wipers
(Available With Auto Headlights Only)......107
NWindshield Wiper Operation.............108
NIntermittent Wiper System...............108
NAdding Washer Fluid..................108
mTilt/Telescoping Steering Column..........109
mPower Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Ð
If Equipped
..........................109
mTraction Control System (Tcs) Ð If Equipped..110
mBrake Assist System (BAS)Ð If Equipped....112
mElectronic Stability Program (ESP)Ð
If Equipped
..........................113
NSynchronizing ESP....................115
mElectronic Speed Control.................115
NTo Activate..........................116
NTo Set At A Desired Speed...............116
NTo Deactivate........................116
NTo Resume Speed.....................116
NTo Vary The Speed Setting...............116
NTo Accelerate For Passing...............117
mOverhead Console Ð If Equipped..........118
NCourtesy/Reading Lights................118
NSunglasses Storage....................118
mGarage Door Opener Ð If Equipped........119
NProgramming Homelink................119
NCanadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 122
NUsing Homelink......................123
NErasing Homelink Buttons...............123
NReprogramming a Single Homelink Button . . . 123
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NSecurity............................124
mPower Sunroof Ð If Equipped............124
NExpress Open Feature..................125
NWind Buffeting.......................126
NSunroof Maintenance...................126
mElectrical Power Outlets.................127
NElectrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......128
mCupholders..........................129
NFront Seat Cupholders..................129
NRear Seat Cupholders..................130
mStorage..............................130
NConsole Features......................130
NCargo Tie-Down Hooks.................131
mLoad Leveling System Ð If Equipped.......132
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical adjustment of the mirror.
Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the
small control under the mirror to the night position
(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted
while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror Ð If Equipped
If the switch is in the ªAUTOº position the mirror will
automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare from
vehicles behind you. The mirror will normally be in the
ªAUTOº mode unless ªOFFº is pressed on the switch at
the base of the mirror. A green light in the base of the
mirror will illuminate to indicate when this feature is on.
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,
never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the
mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and
wipe the mirror clean.
Driver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer Ð If
Equipped
The driver's side outside mirror automatically adjusts for
annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This
feature can be turned on or off by pressing the button at
the base of the Inside Rearview Mirror.
Tilt in Reverse FeatureÐ If Equipped
The9Tilt in Reverse9feature tilts the outside rearview
mirrors down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE
with the ignition switch in the RUN position. This feature
provides the customer with a better view of the ground
and vehicle in the area of the rear tires when backing up.
The mirrors move back to their previous position when
the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE. This feature is
disabled from the factory, but can be enabled by theelectronic vehicle information center (EVIC). Refer to
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in this
manual for details.
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature Ð If Equipped
Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged and
may move either forward or rearward to resist damage.
The hinges have three detent positions; full forward, full
rearward, and normal.
Outside Mirror Ð Driver's Side
Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of
traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the
inside mirror.
Outside Mirror Ð Passenger's Side
Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the
side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to
the vehicle. This type of mirror will give a much wider
view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your
vehicle.
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WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your right
side mirror could cause you to collide with another
vehicle or other object.
Use your inside mirror when judging the size or
distance of a vehicle seen in this convex mirror.
Power Remote-Control Mirrors
The power mirror switch is located on the driver's door
trim panel next to the power door lock switch. A rotary
knob selects the left mirror, right mirror, or off position.
After selecting a mirror move the knob in the same
direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off
position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror
position.Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by
the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to ªSeatsº
section for details.
Heated Remote Control Mirrors Ð If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature
is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window
Defrost.
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Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the
mirror cover upward. The light turns on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
HANDS±FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnectŸ) Ð
IF EQUIPPED
UConnectŸ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in vehicle
communications system. UConnectŸ allows you to dial
a phone number with your cellular phone* using simple
voice commands (e.g.,9Call{Mike{Work9or9Dial{
248-555-12129). Your cellular phone's audio is transmitted
through your vehicle's audio system; the system will
automatically mute your radio when using the UCon-
nectŸ system.
NOTE:The UConnectŸ system use requires a cellular
phone equipped with the Bluetooth9Hands-Free Profile,9
version 0.96 or higher.
For UConnect Customer Support call 1-877-855-8400
or visit the UConnect website (www.chrysler.com/
uconnect).
UConnectŸ allows you to transfer calls between the
system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your
vehicle, and enables you to mute the system's micro-
phone for private conversation.
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The UConnectŸ phonebook enables you to store up to 32
names and four numbers per name. This system is driven
through your BluetoothŸ Hands-Free profile cellular
phone. UConnectŸ features BluetoothŸ technology - the
global standard that enables different electronic devices
to connect to each other without wires or a docking
station, so UConnect works no matter where you stow
your cellular phone (be it your purse, pocket, or brief-
case), as long as your phone is turned on and has been
paired to the vehicle's UConnectŸ system. The UCon-
nectŸ system allows up to seven cellular phones to be
linked to system. Only one linked (or paired) cellular
phone can be used with the system at a time. The system
is available in English, Spanish, or French languages (as
equipped).
The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the
system and the control buttons that will enable you to
access the system. The diagram below shows the mirror
with the appropriate buttons. Individual button behavior
is discussed in the9Operation9section.NOTE:For the best performance of the hands-free
system's audio and voice recognition adjust the rear view
mirror to provide at least a 1/2 inch gap (1 cm) between
the overhead console and the mirror.
The UConnectŸ system can be used with any Hands-
Free Profile certified BluetoothŸ cellular phone. If your
cellular phone supports a different profile (eg., Headset
Profile), you may not be able to use any UConnectŸ
features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the
phone manufacturer for details.
Uconnect Buttons
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The UConnectŸ system is fully integrated with the
vehicle's audio system. The volume of the UConnectŸ
system can either be adjusted from the radio volume
control knob, or from the steering wheel radio control
(right switch), if so equipped.
The radio display will be used for visual prompts from
the UConnectŸ system such as9CELL9or caller ID on
certain radios.
Operation
Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnectŸ
system and to navigate through the UConnectŸ menu
structure. Voice commands are required after most
UConnectŸ system prompts. You will be prompted for a
specific command and then guided through the available
options.
²Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for
the voice on beep, which follows the9Ready9prompt
or another prompt.
²For certain operations, compound commands can be
used. For example, instead of saying9Setup9and then
9Phone Pairing,9the following compound command
can be said:9Setup Phone Pairing.9
²For each of the feature explanation in this section, only
the combined form of the voice command is given.
You can also break the commands into parts and say
each part of the command, when you are asked for it.
For example, you can either use the combined form
voice command9Phonebook New Entry,9or you can
break the combined form command into two voice
commands:9Phonebook9and9New Entry.9Please re-
member, the UConnectŸ system works best when you
talk in a normal conversational tone, as if speaking to
some one sitting eight feet away from you.
Help Command
If you need assistance at any prompt or if you want to
know what your options are at any prompt, say9Help9
following the voice on beep. The UConnectŸ system will
play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help.
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