automatic transmission CHRYSLER 300 2009 1.G Owner's Guide

Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Oil Filter (2.7L, 3.5L, and 5.7L En-
gines)MOPAREngine Oil Filter (P/N 04884899AB) or equivalent
Fuel Selection (2.7L Engine) 87 Octane
Fuel Selection (3.5L and 5.7L En-
gines)87 Octane Acceptable — 89 Octane Recommended
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid + 4, MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid
Front Axle API GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent
Rear Axle API GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent
Transfer Case MOPAR(P/N 68049954AA) BW 44–40 Transfer Case Lubricant
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54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the
front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive
(AWD).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the spark plugs (2.7L and 5.7L Engines).
❏Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,
fleet, or frequent trailer towing — All Wheel Drive (AWD).
❏Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles
(170 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)
❏Replace the spark plugs (2.7L and 5.7L Engines).
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect exhaust system.
❏Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
❏Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,
fleet, or frequent trailer towing — All Wheel Drive (AWD).
❏Replace the accessory drive belt (2.7L/3.5L Engines).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or
126 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the
front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive
(AWD).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 31
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 37
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 85
Automatic Door Locks...................30,31
Automatic Headlights.................... 137
Automatic Oil Change Indicator..........209,225
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 297
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 443
Automatic Transmission...........316,321,442,443
Adding Fluid......................443,471
Autostick............................ 326
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 443
Fluid Change......................... 443
Fluid Level Check..................... 442
Fluid Type........................... 471
Gear Ranges.......................317,322
Overdrive........................... 319
Shifting..........................316,321Special Additives...................... 443
Torque Converter...................... 320
Automatic Transmission Limp
Home Mode......................321,324,325
Autostick............................. 326
Axle Fluid............................. 471
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 471
Battery............................... 427
Emergency Starting..................... 408
Jump Starting......................... 408
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Location..........................409,428
Belts, Seat............................42,77
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 430
B-Pillar Location........................ 346
Brake Assist System...................... 337
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 336
Brake Fluid............................ 471
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Event Data Recorder...................... 63
Exhaust Gas Caution................76,374,433
Exhaust System.......................76,432
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 87
Exterior Lighting........................ 136
Exterior Lights.......................... 78
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 427
Air Conditioning....................303,430
Engine Oil........................426,470
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 426
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 396
Turn Signal......................78,141,208
Flash-To-Pass........................... 142
Flat Tire Changing....................... 397
Flooded Engine Starting................... 311
Floor Console.......................... 195Fluid, Brake........................... 471
Fluid Capacities......................... 468
Fluid Leaks............................. 78
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 442
Brake.............................. 441
Cooling System....................... 435
Engine Oil........................423,424
Power Steering........................ 332
Transfer Case......................... 443
Fluids................................ 470
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 470
Fog Lights..........................140,208
Folding Rear Seat........................ 129
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 411
Fuel................................. 370
Adding............................. 375
Additives............................ 373
Clean Air............................ 371
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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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Trailer Towing.......................... 380
Cooling System Tips.................... 392
Hitches............................. 383
Minimum Requirements................. 386
Tips ................................ 391
Trailer and Tongue Weight............... 385
Wiring.............................. 390
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 384
Trailer Weight.......................... 384
Transfer Case........................... 443
Fluid............................443,471
Maintenance......................... 444
Transmission........................... 442
Automatic...................312,316,321,442
Fluid............................... 471
Range Indicator....................317,322
Shifting............................. 312
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 181
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Transporting Pets........................ 75
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 355
Trip Odometer.......................208,215
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)....................39,40
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 40
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 39
Turn Signals.........................141,208
UCI Connector......................... 276
uconnect (Hands-Free Phone)................ 90
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 498
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 276
Universal Transmitter..................... 181
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 370
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 47
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