ESP CHRYSLER 300 2010 1.G User Guide

WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it
represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality -all essentials
that are traditional to our vehicles.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are
either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description
of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this
vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are
not available on this vehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes
in design and specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its
products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products
previously manufactured.
For complete owner information, refer to the DVD in the owner’s kit provided at the
time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the information contained on
the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.
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user information for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for
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Vehicles Sold In Canada
With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be
deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution
therefore.
Driving And Alcohol
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the
legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking
driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp,
your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been
drinking. Never drink and then drive.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light**
- Oil Pressure WarningLight**
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS)Light**
- Airbag Warning Light**
- Electronic ThrottleControl (ETC) Light
- Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS) Light
- Engine TemperatureWarning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction IndicatorLight (MIL)**
- Electronic StabilityProgram (ESP) Indicator
Light/Brake Assist
System (BAS) Warning
Light**
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- Electronic SpeedControl/Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) Indicator
- Electronic Stability Program(ESP)/Traction Control
System (TCS) Indicator
- Windshield Washer FluidLow Indicator
- Door Ajar Indicator
- Decklid Ajar Indicator
Odometer Messages
ECO - Fuel Saver Indicator CHAngE OIL* - Change Engine Oil
2drivE - Vehicle is in Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) noFUSE* - Fuse Fault
4drivE - Vehicle is in All Wheel Drive (AWD) Lo tirE* - Low Tire Pressure
tCASE - AWD System Fault gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

To Enter the Trunk:
• With a valid Passive Entry Key Fob within3 ft (1.0m) of the deck lid, press the button
on the left side of the CHMSL (Center High
Mounted Stop Light) which is located on
the deck lid.
NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry Key Fob in the trunk
and try to close the deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless another
one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry Key Fobs is outside the vehicle and within 3 ft
(1.0m) of the deck lid.
To Lock the Vehicle:
• Both front door handles have LOCK buttons located on the outside of the
handle, with one of the vehicle’s Passive
Entry Key Fobs within 5 ft (1.5m) of the
driver’s or passenger side, press the door
handle LOCK button to lock all four doors.
NOTE:
• To prevent locking your Key Fob in the vehicle, the system is equipped with an automatic unlock feature.
• If a Key Fob is detected in the vehicle, the doors will unlock and the horn will chirp three times.
• On the third attempt, your Key Fob can be locked inside the vehicle.
NOTE:
• If a Passive Entry door handle has not been used for 72 hours, the Passive Entry feature for that handle may time out. Also, if it has been raining on a Passive Entry
door handle for 24 hours, that door handle’s Passive Entry feature may be
deactivated. Pulling the deactivated front door handle will reactivate the door
handle’s Passive Entry feature.
• Hand gloves can affect the Passive Entry door handle unlock sensitivity, resulting in a slower response time.
• Refer to your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
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HEATED SEATS
Front Heated Seats
• The controls for front heated seats arelocated near the bottom of the center
instrument panel.
• Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to
select Low-level heating. Press the switch a
third time to shut the heating elements
Off.
Rear Heated Seats
• Rear seat heated seat switches are locatedon the rear of the center console.
• Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to
select Low-level heating. Press the switch a
third time to shut the heating elements
Off.
WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age,chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion
or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater. It
may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of
time.
• Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has
been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface
temperature of the seat.
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GETTING STARTED

SPEED CONTROL LEVER
Cruise ON/OFF
• Push the ON/OFF button to activate theSpeed Control.
• CRUISE will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on.
• Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system 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 Electronic Speed Control
system off when you are not using it.
Set
• With Speed Control on, push down and release the lever to set a desired speed.
WARNING!
Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a
constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could
lose control. An accident could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control
in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
Accel/Decel
• Push and hold the lever up to accelerate or down to decelerate the vehicle; release
the lever to save the new set speed.
• Once a speed is set, tapping the lever up or down will increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph (2 km/h).
Cancel
• Pull the lever toward you or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintainthe set speed in memory.
• Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory.
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Resume
• To resume a previously selected speed in memory, push the lever up and release.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) LEVER
A New Level Of Convenience
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increasesthe convenience of cruise control while
traveling on highways and major roadways.
• If the sensor does not detect a vehicle directly ahead of you, it functions like a
standard cruise control system,
maintaining the speed you set.
• If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC will apply limited braking or
acceleration automatically so your vehicle
maintains a preset following distance to
the preceding vehicle.
WARNING!
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience system. It is not a substitute foractive 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 complete 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 stationary objects (i.e., a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle).
• Cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions into account, and may be limited upon adverse sight distance conditions.
• Does not predict the lane curvature or the movement of preceding vehicles and will not compensate for such changes.
• 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.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE - U.S. ONLY
• Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents.
• Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number.
• Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.
• Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
• You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival.If you feel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know. With your consent,
we will contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light
• If this indicator light flashes during acceleration, apply as little throttle as possible.While driving, ease up on the accelerator. Adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road conditions. To improve the vehicle’s traction when starting off in
deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch the ESP system off.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
• A Tire Pressure Monitoring Light and a “low tire” message will display in yourinstrument cluster along with an audible chime if one or more of your vehicle’s four
road tires are significantly under-inflated.
• Check the inflation pressure of each tire and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the
“Tire and Loading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening. The
TPMS light should not be used as a tire pressure gauge when adjusting your tire
pressure.
• It is recommended that you check the tire pressure in the morning when tires are cool; inflate each tire to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The light will
turn off after your vehicle’s tire pressures are properly inflated and the pressure
has been recognized. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes
above 15 mph (25 km/h) before the light will turn off.
• Temperature changes can affect tire pressure, causing the TPMS light to turn on. Tire pressures will also increase as the vehicle is driven – this is normal and you
should not adjust for this increased pressure.
• Driving on under-inflated tires reduces your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and tire tread life. If a spare tire is in use on the vehicle, the TPMS light may turn on.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stopthe vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, turn the engine off immediately.
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• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur.Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealership for service
if your vehicle overheats.
- Brake Warning Light
• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction orthe parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it
indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an
Anti-Lock Brake System problem.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system
may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident.
Have the vehicle checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
• Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., mayilluminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light
stays on through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will
drive normally and not require towing.
• If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We
recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/Brake
Assist System (BAS) Warning Light
• If the ESP/BAS warning light comes on continuously with the engine running, a
malfunction has been detected.
• If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we
recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Charging System Light
• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging systemlight remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the
charging system.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

• Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle.
• Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at anauthorized service center.
NOTE: When having the tire serviced, advise the authorized dealer or service center
that the tire has been sealed using the TIREFIT service kit.
• Refer to the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement.
WARNING!
Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances:
• If the cut or puncture in the tire tread is approximately 0.24 in (6 mm) or larger.
• If the tire has any sidewall damage.
• If the tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure.
• If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire.
• If the wheel has any damage.
• If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel.
WARNING!
• Keep TIREFIT away from any open flames or heat sources.
• TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using TIREFIT. Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until having
the tire repaired or replaced.
• Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the
skin; it causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty
of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change clothing as soon as
possible if there is any contact with clothing.
• TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician immediately. Keep TIREFIT out of the reach of children. If
swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of
water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately.
• Use the gloves provided in the Accessory Storage Compartment when operating
the TIREFIT kit.
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