warning CHRYSLER 300 2007 1.G Service Manual

NOTE:The headlight washers will operate on the first
spray of the windshield washer and then every fourth
spray after that.
Adding Washer Fluid
The headlight washer and windshield washer share the
same fluid reservoir. The reservoir is located in the front
of the engine compartment on the passenger side of the
vehicle. Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at
regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshieldwasher solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the
system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
Headlight Washer
Washer Fluid Reservoir
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TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or
shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control
handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of
the steering column.To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle
outward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering
wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or
shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel
outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering
column in position, push the control handle inward until
fully engaged.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The
telescoping adjustment must be locked while driv-
ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or
driving without the telescoping adjustment locked
could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
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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 column lever is located below the multi-function
lever on the steering column.To tilt the steering column, move the lever up or down as
desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull
the lever toward you or push the lever away from you as
desired.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory
Seat, you can use your remote keyless entry transmitter
or the memory switch on the driver’s door panel to
return the tilt/telescopic steering column to pre-
programmed positions. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat”
in this section for details.
WARNING!
Moving the steering column while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-
umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have
an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve-
hicle is stopped.
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering
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To Activate:
Push the speed control lever inward (toward
the steering column) and release (“ON/OFF”).
The indicator light in the lever (and in the
instrument cluster on some models) will illu-
minate to show that the speed control system is ON. To
turn the system OFF, push the lever inward (toward the
steering column) again and release. At this time, the
system and the indicator light will turn off.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system OFF when you aren’t using it.
To Set At A Desired Speed:
When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the
lever down and release (“SET/DECEL”). Remove your
foot from the accelerator pedal and the vehicle will
operate at the selected speed.
NOTE:
•
Speed control will only function in third, fourth, or
fifth gear when in the AutostickMode (if equipped).
•The speed control may not engage if a different size
tire is installed on one wheel, such as the compact
spare tire.
To Deactivate:
The system will disable Electronic Speed Control without
erasing the memory if you:
•Softly tap the brake pedal.
•Depress the brake pedal.
•Push the speed control lever away from you (“CAN-
CEL”).
Pushing and releasing the lever (“ON/OFF”) or turning
off the ignition erases the set speed from memory.
To Resume Speed:
If you deactivated the speed control without erasing the
set speed from memory and your vehicle speed is above
20 mph (32 km/h) you can resume the previous set
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WARNING!
Speed Control can be dangerous where the system
can’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could
go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use
Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are
winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF
EQUIPPED
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving
convenience provided by cruise control while traveling
on highways and major roadways. However, it is not a
safety system and not designed to prevent collisions.ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in
light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant
need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes an infrared
sensor designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead in your
path within a distance of 328 ft (100 m).
NOTE:
•
If the sensor does not detect a vehicle directly ahead of
you, ACC will function in the same way as standard
cruise control system. For additional information, refer
to “Electronic Speed Control” in this section.
•If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC will
apply limited braking or acceleration automatically so
that your vehicle maintains a preset following dis-
tance.
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WARNING!
•Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience system. It is
not a substitute for active driving involvement. It is always the
driver ’s responsibility to be attentive of road, traffic, and
weather conditions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle
ahead, and most importantly brake operation to ensure safe
operation of the vehicle under all road conditions. Your com-
plete attention is always required while driving to maintain
safe control of your vehicle. Failure to follow these warnings
can result in an accident or serious personal injury.
•The ACC system:
Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, and station-
ary objects (i.e. a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a disabled
vehicle).
Does not predict the lane curvature or the movement of
preceding vehicles and will not compensate for such changes.
Cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions into account,
and may be limited upon adverse sight distance conditions.
Does not always fully recognize complex driving conditions,
which can result in wrong or missing distance warnings.
May not detect a vehicle ahead when strong light (for example,
sunrise or sunset) is directly shining on the front of the vehicle.
Can only apply a maximum of 25% of the vehicle’s braking
capability, and will not bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
WARNING!
You should switch off the ACC system:
•When driving in fog; heavy rain; heavy snow;
sleet; heavy traffic; and complex driving situa-
tions (i.e. in highway construction zones).
•When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp;
when driving on roads that are winding, icy,
snow-covered, slippery, or have steep uphill or
downhill slopes; and when towing a trailer.
•When circumstances do not allow safe driving at a
constant speed.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in an
accident or serious personal injury.
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To Activate:
Push the speed control lever inward (toward the steering
column) and release (“ON/OFF”). The ACC menu in the
EVIC displays “ACC READY.”To turn the system OFF, push the lever inward (toward
the steering column) again and release. At this time, the
system will turn off and the EVIC will display “ACC
OFF.”
WARNING!
Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system
on when not in use is dangerous. You could acciden-
tally set the system or cause it to go faster than you
want. You could lose control and have an accident.
Always leave the system OFF when you aren’t using
it.
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To Cancel:
The system will disable ACC without erasing the
memory if:
•You softly tap the brake pedal.
•You depress the brake pedal.
•You push the speed control lever away from you
(“CANCEL”).
•If ESP/TCS activates.
To Turn Off:
The system will turn off and erase the set speed in
memory if:
•You push and release the lever (“ON/OFF”).
•You turn off the ignition.
•You switch off ESP.
To Resume Speed:
Push the lever up and release (“RES/ACCEL”), and then
remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC
will display the last set speed.
WARNING!
The Resume function should only be used if traffic
and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed
that is too high or too low for prevailing traffic and
road conditions could cause the vehicle to accelerate
or decelerate to sharply for safe operation. This
could cause an accident and/or serious injury.
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A Proximity Warning will alert the driver if ACC predicts
that its maximum braking level is not sufficient to
maintain the set distance. If this occurs, a visual alert
(“ATTENTION”) will flash in the EVIC and a chime will
sound while ACC continues to apply its maximum
braking capacity. When this occurs, you should immedi-
ately apply the brakes as needed to maintain a safe
distance from the vehicle ahead.Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu
The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The
EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument
cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer. The
information it displays depends on ACC system status.
Press the Menu button (located on the steering
wheel) repeatedly until one of the following
displays in the EVIC:
Menu
Button
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•System off
•Proximity warning
•ACC unavailable/service ACC warning
The EVIC will return to the last display selected
after 5 seconds of no ACC activity.
Display Warnings & Maintenance
ACC Unavailable Warning
The ACC Unavailable Warning will display when condi-
tions temporarily limit system performance. This most
often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow,
fog, heavy rain, or when driving into direct sunlight
(sunrise or sunset). The ACC system may also become
temporarily unavailable due to obstructions, such as dirt
or ice. In these cases, the EVIC will display “ACC
UNAVAILABLE.”If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located behind the grille,
slightly offset from the center of the grille.
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