airbag CHRYSLER 300 2009 1.G Owner's Manual

Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown under “Engine Oil”, under “Maintenance Proce-
dures” in section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT
OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE
USED.
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
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If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed and the climate
control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT
use the recirculation mode.
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
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for six to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
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10. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / Brake Assist
System (BAS) Malfunction Indicator Light
The yellow Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
/ Brake Assist System (BAS) Malfunction Indi-
cator Light will turn on when the key in the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
The light should go out with the engine running. The
system will turn this light on continuously while the
engine is running if it detects a malfunction in either the
ESP, the BAS or both.
11. Airbag Warning Light
This light will turn on for six to eight seconds
as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is either not on during
starting, or stays on, or turns on while driving,
then have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as
soon as possible.12. Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light turns on, it may
indicate that the parking brake is applied, that
the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with
the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been
disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the
master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake
hydraulic system malfunction or a problem with the
Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys-
tem. In this case, the light will remain on until the
condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to
the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying
the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during
each stop.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

About Your Brakes....................... 332
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 334
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . 154
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 437
Adding Fuel........................... 375
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 431
Additives, Fuel......................... 373
Adjustable Pedals....................... 149
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 427
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 429
Air Conditioning.....................294,296
Air Conditioning Controls................. 294
Air Conditioning Filter.................303,430
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 304
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............429,430
Air Conditioning System..........294,296,297,429
Air Pressure, Tires....................217,351
Airbag................................ 51
Airbag Deployment.....................57,61Airbag Light.....................58,63,77,212
Airbag Maintenance....................... 62
Airbag, Side..........................52,59
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain).............52,59
Alarm, Panic............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm).................18,216
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
All Wheel Drive (AWD)................326,443
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 283
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........436,437,468
Disposal............................ 439
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............334,336
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 211
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Appearance Care........................ 444
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 18
Assistance Towing....................... 104
Auto Down Power Windows................ 36
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Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 449
Interior Appearance Care.................. 446
Interior Fuses.......................... 449
Interior Lights.......................... 142
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 144
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 398
Jack Operation.......................... 400
Jacking Instructions...................... 400
Jump Starting.......................... 408
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Kicker Sound System..................... 287Knee Bolster............................ 51
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 141
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 42
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................69,70
Latch Plate............................. 44
Latches................................ 78
Hood.............................. 135
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 370
Leaks, Fluid............................ 78
Life of Tires............................ 356
Light Bulbs..........................78,456
Lights..............................78,136
Airbag........................58,63,77,212
Anti-Lock........................... 211
Automatic Headlights................... 137
Brake Assist Warning................... 341
Brake Warning........................ 212
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Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........436,470
Selection of Oil......................... 425
Self-Sealing Tires........................ 358
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 493
Service Contract......................... 495
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................... 219
Service Manuals........................ 497
Setting the Clock.............237,239,253,257,266
Settings, Personal........................ 232
Shifting............................... 312
Automatic Transmission............312,316,321
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 46
Shoulder Belts........................... 42
Side Airbag...........................52,59Side Curtain (Window Airbag)............... 52
Side View Mirror Adjustment................ 86
Signals, Turn......................78,141,208
Sirius Backseat TV™ (uconnect studios)........ 288
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 327
SmartBeams........................... 138
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 358
Snow Tires............................ 360
Sound System
Kicker.............................. 287
Spare Tire.......................353,354,398
Spark Plugs............................ 470
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 470
Oil ................................ 470
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........150,154
Speedometer........................... 208
Starting.............................26,309
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 408
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Engine Fails to Start.................... 311
Remote.............................. 26
Starting and Operating.................... 309
Starting Procedures...................... 309
Steering
Column Controls...................... 140
Column Lock......................... 147
Power...........................331,332
Tilt Column.......................147,148
Wheel, Tilt........................147,148
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 291
Storage............................195,456
Storage, Vehicle......................303,456
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 456
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 411
Sun Roof.............................. 188
Sunglasses Storage....................... 181
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 190Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 51
Sway Control, Trailer..................... 381
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 426
System, Remote Starting.................... 26
Tachometer............................ 211
Telescoping Steering Column.............147,148
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 297
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......214,397
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 69
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Tilt Steering Column...................147,148
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 139
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 346
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 345
Tire Markings.......................... 342
Tire Safety Information.................... 342
Tires ............................78,350,498
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Vanity Mirrors........................... 89
Variance, Compass....................... 230
Vehicle Certification Label................. 378
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................346,377,379
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................303,456
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 288
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 425
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 118
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 396
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 208
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 496
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 431Washers, Windshield..................145,431
Washing Vehicle......................... 445
Water
Driving Through...................... 328
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 446
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 446
Wind Buffeting.......................39,190
Window Airbag (Side Curtain).............52,59
Window Fogging........................ 303
Windows.............................. 35
Power............................... 35
Windshield Defroster................78,295,301
Windshield Washers...................143,145
Fluid............................... 431
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 431
Windshield Wipers....................... 143
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 431
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 144
Wipers, Rain Sensitive.................... 146
522 INDEX