tow CHRYSLER 300 2008 1.G Repair Manual

Windshield Washers/Headlight Washers — If
Equipped
The windshield washer and the headlight washer (if
equipped) share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid
reservoir is located in the front of the engine compart-
ment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at
regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield
washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the
system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some
washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe
clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gallon (4 liters) of
washer fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid”
appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) — if equipped.
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.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
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quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instruments, which may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag or micro-fiber towel. A mild
soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol
content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean
with a clean damp rag.
2. Dry with a soft tissue.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use MoparTotal Clean, a mild
soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the
belts from the vehicle to wash them.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Cleaning the Center Console Cup Holders
Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent
with the cup holder in the center console.
NOTE:The cup holder cannot be removed.
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Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
9 — 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet
10———
11*———
12*———
13*———
14 — 10 Amp
RedAC Heater Control/
Cluster/Security Mod-
ule - if equipped
15 — 20 Amp
YellowTrailer Tow Brake Mod-
ule - if equipped
16———
17 — 20 Amp
YellowClusterCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
18 — 20 Amp
YellowSelectable Power Outlet
19 — 10 Amp
RedStop Lights
20———
21———
22———
23———
24———
25———
26———
27 — 10 Amp
RedOccupant Restraint Con-
troller (ORC)
28 — 10 Amp
RedIgnition Run
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Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive
(AWD).30,000 50 000 30
Replace the spark plugs on 5.7L engines.30,000 50 000 30
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or fre-
quent trailer towing.48,000 80 000 48
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police,
taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.60,000 100 000 60
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or fre-
quent trailer towing — All Wheel Drive (AWD).60,000 100 000 60
Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary.90,000 150 000 90
Flush and replace the engine coolant. 102,000 170 000 60
Replace the spark plugs on 2.7L and 3.5L engines.102,000 170 000 102
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Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......436,473,475
Corrosion Protection..................... 446
Cruise Control (Speed Control)...........148,152
Cruise Light........................... 202
Cup Holder.........................189,450
Customer Assistance..................... 486
Customer Programmable Features............ 227
Data Recorder, Event...................... 65
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights........... 137
Daytime Running Lights................... 134
Dealer Service.......................... 420
Deck Lid, Emergency Release................ 41
Deck Lid, Power Release................... 40
Defroster, Rear Window................... 293
Defroster, Windshield................79,283,289
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 138
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 417
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player..........234,252Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 136
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................421,422
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 408
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 439
Engine Oil........................... 425
Door Locks............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 31
Door Opener, Garage..................... 177
Drive Belts............................ 425
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 319
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water................................ 320
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 272
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 293
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 89
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Electrical Power Outlets................... 187
Electronic Brake Control System
Brake Assist System.................... 330
Electronic Stability Program............... 331
Traction Control System................. 328
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 451
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)....148,152
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 331
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 209
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 213
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 41
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 407
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 392
Jacking............................. 394
Jump Starting......................... 404
Overheating.......................... 393
Towing............................. 408
Emergency Trunk Release................... 41Emission Control System Maintenance......418,478
Engine........................76,414,415,416
Air Cleaner.......................... 426
Block Heater......................... 303
Break-In Recommendations................ 76
Checking Oil Level..................421,422
Compartment...................414,415,416
Coolant (Antifreeze).................436,475
Cooling............................. 435
Exhaust Gas Caution..................78,368
Fails to Start.......................... 302
Flooded, Starting...................... 302
Fuel Requirements..................... 365
Jump Starting......................... 404
Multi-Displacement..................... 328
Oil ...........................421,473,475
Oil Change Interval...............203,218,423
Oil Filler Cap......................423,424
Oil Filter............................ 425
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Heated Seats........................... 120
Heater............................... 282
Heater, Engine Block..................... 303
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 136
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 379
Holder, Coin........................... 190
Holder, Cup........................... 189
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 177
Hood Release.......................... 128
Hoses.............................440,441
Ignition............................... 14
Key ...............................12,14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Indicator, Traction Control................. 328
Infant Restraint........................67,68Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 210
Information Center, Vehicle................. 213
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 86
Instrument Cluster.................200,201,202
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 199
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 450
Interior Appearance Care.................. 448
Interior Fuses.......................... 451
Interior Lights.......................... 136
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 138
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 396
Jack Operation.......................... 398
Jacking Instructions...................... 398
Jump Starting.......................... 404
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
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Radio Remote Controls.................... 279
Radio, Satellite.................234,252,253,268
Radio (Sound Systems).................234,252
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 140
Rear Cup Holder........................ 189
Rear Park Sense System................... 172
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 123
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 446
Rear Window Defroster................... 293
Rear Window Features.................... 293
Rearview Mirrors........................ 86
Reception, Radio........................ 232
Reclining Front Seats..................... 118
Recorder, Event Data...................... 65
Recreational Towing...................... 389
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 366
Refrigerant............................ 431
Release, Hood.......................... 128
Reminder, Lights On..................... 134Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 49
Remote Control
Starting System........................ 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 279
Remote Starting System.................... 27
Remote Trunk Release..................... 40
Replacement Bulbs....................... 459
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 419
Replacement Tires....................... 351
Reporting Safety Defects................... 489
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........203,218
Restraint, Head......................... 120
Restraints, Child......................... 67
Restraints, Occupant...................... 42
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 407
Rotation, Tires.......................... 354
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Tires ............................79,344,492
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 350
Air Pressure.......................... 344
Alignment........................... 352
Chains.............................. 353
Changing.........................394,398
Compact Spare........................ 348
Flat Changing........................ 394
General Information.................... 344
High Speed.......................... 347
Inflation Pressures..................... 345
Jacking...........................395,398
Life of Tires.......................... 350
Load Capacity.....................340,341
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 355
Quality Grading....................... 492
Radial.............................. 347
Replacement......................... 351
Rotation............................. 354Safety...........................334,344
Self-Sealing.......................... 353
Sizes............................... 336
Snow Tires........................... 354
Spare Tire........................... 396
Spinning............................ 349
Trailer Towing........................ 384
Tread Wear Indicators................... 350
To Open Hood.......................... 128
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 381
Torque Converter Clutch................... 311
Towing............................... 375
Behind a Motor Home.................. 389
Disabled Vehicle....................... 408
Guide.............................. 380
Recreational.......................... 389
Weight.............................. 380
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home......... 389
Traction Control......................... 328
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Traction Control Light.................... 328
Traction Control Switch................... 328
Trailer Towing.......................... 375
Cooling System Tips.................... 389
Hitches............................. 379
Minimum Requirements................. 383
Tips ................................ 388
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 381
Wiring.............................. 386
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 380
Trailer Weight.......................... 380
Transfer Case........................... 445
Fluid............................445,476
Maintenance.......................... 446
Transmission........................... 444
Automatic...................303,307,312,444
Fluid............................... 476
Range Indicator....................307,313
Shifting............................. 303Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 177
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Transporting Pets........................ 76
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 350
Trip Odometer.......................202,208
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)....................40,41
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 41
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 40
Turn Signals.........................135,202
UCI Connector......................... 275
UConnect™ (Hands-Free Phone)...........91,252
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 492
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 275
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port...........234,252
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