seats CHRYSLER 300 2010 1.G Owner's Manual

•Distance Set — After changing the desired following
distance in the ACC system, this message will display
momentarily. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of Your
Vehicle” (if equipped).
•Attention — If the ACC system predicts that its
maximum braking level is not sufficient to maintain
the set distance, this message will flash and a chime
will sound while ACC continues to apply its maxi-
mum braking capacity. When this occurs, you should
immediately apply the brakes as needed to maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle ahead. Refer to “Adap-
tive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding The
Features Of Your Vehicle” (if equipped).
•ACC Blinded — If the ACC system deactivates due to
performance limiting conditions. Refer to “Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding The Fea-
tures Of Your Vehicle” (if equipped).
•ACC Unavailable — If the ACC system turns off due
to a temporary malfunction that limits functionality.
Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Under-
standing The Features Of Your Vehicle” (if equipped).
•Service ACC — If the ACC system turns off due to an
internal system fault that requires service from an
authorized dealer. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of Your
Vehicle” (if equipped).
•Adjustable Pedals Disabled – Cruise Engaged (with a
single chime) — only available on vehicles equipped
with memory seats.
•Adjustable Pedals Disabled – Vehicle In REVERSE
(with a single chime) — only available on vehicles
equipped with memory seats.
•Channel # Transmit
•Channel # Training
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Temperature Control
The rotary knob in the center controls
air temperature. Rotate the control to
the left for cooler air temperature and
to the right for warmer air tempera-
ture. Rotating the control to the ex-
treme left provides the coldest setting.
Rotating the control to the extreme
right provides the warmest setting.
Mode Control
The rotary knob on the right controls
airflow distribution. Dots between
each of the mode selections identify
intermediate modes that allow the op-
erator to fine-tune airflow distribu-
tion. The mode settings are as follows:
•Defrost Air is directed to the windshield through the
outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also
directed to the front door windows through the side
window demister grilles.
NOTE: To improve fuel economy, leave in defrost only
when necessary.
•Defrost/Floor Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets
and the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is
also directed to the front door windows through the
side window demister grilles.
•Floor Air flows through the floor outlets located under
the instrument panel and into the rear seating area
through vents under the front seats.
294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to
change airflow distribution by rotating the mode control
knob (on the right) to one of the following positions.
•DefrostAir is directed to the windshield through the
outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also
directed to the front door windows through the side
window demister grilles.
•Defrost/Floor Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets
and the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is
also directed to the front door windows through the
side window demister grilles.
•Floor Air flows through the floor outlets located under
the instrument panel and into the rear seating area
through vents under the front seats.
•Bi-Level Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel and through the outlets located on the
floor. Air flows through the registers in the back of the
center console to the rear seat passengers. These registers
can be closed to block airflow.
•Panel Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel. Air flows through the registers in the
back of the center console to the rear seat passengers.
These registers can be closed to block airflow.
•Air Conditioning Control Press this button to turn on the air conditioning
during manual operation only. When the air con-
ditioning is turned on, cool dehumidified air will
flow through the outlets selected with the mode control
dial. Press this button a second time to turn off the air
conditioning. An indicator in the button illuminates
when manual compressor operation is selected.
300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
•Use MOPARTouch Up Paint or equivalent on
scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer
has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR
Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a nonabrasive,
non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool,
a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Only MOPAR or
equivalent is recommended. Do not use oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or
harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective
finish.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If
Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
•Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
•Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
•For tough stains, apply MOPAR
Total Clean or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the
stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
•For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose
Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and
remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove
soap residue.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457

Cavity Car-tridge
FuseMini-
Fuse
Description
5 30 Amp Pink— Heated Seats – If
Equipped
6 — 20 Amp YellowFuel Pump
7 — 15 Amp BlueRear Heated Seats – If
Equipped
8 — 15 Amp BlueDiagnostic Link Connec-
tor (DLC)/Wireless Con-
trol Module (WCM)/
Wireless Ignition Node
(WIN)
9 — 20 Amp YellowPower Outlet
10———
11 * ———
12 * ———Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
Fuse
Description
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 YellowCluster
18 — 20 Amp YellowSelectable Power Outlet
19 — 10 Amp RedStop Lights
20———
21———
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465

Cavity Car-tridge
FuseMini-
Fuse
Description
35 — 5 Amp OrangeAntenna Module – If
Equipped/Power
Mirrors/Rain Sensor – If
Equipped
36 — 25 Amp NaturalHands-Free Phone – If
Equipped/Video Moni-
tor – If Equipped/Radio
37 — 15 Amp BlueTransmission
38 — 10 Amp RedAnalog Clock/Cargo
Light/Satellite Receiver
(SDARS) Video – If
Equipped/Vehicle Infor-
mation Module – If
EquippedCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
Fuse
Description
39 — 10 Amp RedHeated Mirrors – If
Equipped
40 — 5 Amp OrangeAuto Inside Rearview
Mirror – If Equipped/
Heated Seats – If
Equipped/Switch Bank
41 — 15 Amp BlueAWD Module – If
Equipped
42 30 Amp Pink— Front Blower Motor
43 30 Amp Pink— Rear Window Defroster
44 20 Amp Blue— Amplifier – If
Equipped/Sunroof – If
Equipped
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467

Hazard Warning Flasher................... 400
Head Restraints ......................... 132
Head Rests ............................ 132
Headlight Washers ....................... 440
Headlights ............................ 472
Automatic ........................... 145
Bulb Replacement ...................... 470
Cleaning ............................ 458
Delay .............................. 145
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 149
Lights On Reminder .................... 147
On With Wipers .................... 145,152
Passing ............................. 149
Switch .............................. 144
Time Delay .......................... 145
Heated Mirrors .......................... 95
Heated Seats ........................... 134
Heater ............................... 293
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 314 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 149
Hitches
Trailer Towing ........................ 386
Holder, Coin ........................... 204
Holder, Cup ........................... 203
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 190
Hood Release .......................... 142
Ignition ............................... 14
Key ............................... 12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 16
Infant Restraint ........................ 71,72
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 226
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 230
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 91
Instrument Cluster .................... 214,216
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 213
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SmartBeams.......................... 146
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........226,365
Traction Control ....................... 344
Turn Signal ...................... 84,148,216
Vanity Mirror .......................... 96
Voltage ............................. 228
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 216
Load Leveling System .................... 207
Loading Vehicle ...................... 381,383
Capacities ........................... 383
Tires ............................... 351
Locks ................................. 30
Auto Unlock .......................... 34
Automatic Door ........................ 32
Child Protection ........................ 37
Door ................................ 30
Power Door ........................... 32
Low Tire Pressure System .................. 365 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)
............................ 74,76
Lubrication, Body ....................... 439
Lumbar Support ........................ 132
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 434
Maintenance, General ..................... 429
Maintenance Procedures ................... 429
Maintenance Schedule .................... 486
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 199
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 228,427
Manual, Service ......................... 511
Manual Transmission ..................... 454
Fluid Level Check ..................... 454
Map/Reading Lights .................. 149,189
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 450
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ............. 138
Memory Seat ........................... 138
Memory Seats and Radio .................. 138
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INDEX 527

Recommendation................... 431,480
Synthetic ............................ 433
Viscosity ......................... 432,480
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 433
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 433
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............426,427
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 190
Operating Precautions .................... 426
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 92
Overdrive ............................. 321
Overhead Console ....................... 189
Overheating, Engine ................... 224,400
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,511
Paint Care ............................. 455
Panic Alarm ............................ 25
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 184
Parking Brake .......................... 335 Passing Light
........................... 149
Passive Entry ........................... 35
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 156
Personal Settings ........................ 245
Pets .................................. 80
Phone, Cellular .......................... 96
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .............. 96
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 351
Power Deck Lid Release ....................... 43
Distribution Center (Fuses) ............460,463
Door Locks ........................... 32
Mirrors .............................. 94
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 200
Seats ............................... 130
Steering ............................. 334
Sunroof ............................. 196
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......... 155
Windows ............................. 40
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INDEX 529

Power Steering Fluid..................... 483
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 55
Preparation for Jacking .................... 404
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ 53
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 245
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 358
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 447
Radio Operation ........................ 292
Radio Remote Controls .................... 290
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect studios)........... 282
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ................ 153
Rear Cupholder ......................... 203
Rear Park Sense System ................... 184
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 136
Rear Window Defroster ................... 206 Rear Window Features
.................... 206
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 91
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 131
Recreational Towing ...................... 396
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 375
Refrigerant ............................ 437
Release, Hood .......................... 142
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 147
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 53
Remote Control Starting System ........................ 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 290
Remote Starting System .................... 27
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 43
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 468
Replacement Keys ........................ 17
Replacement Parts ....................... 428
Replacement Tires ....................... 362
530 INDEX