fuel cap CHRYSLER 300 2010 1.G User Guide

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

• 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

• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Havethe vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stopthe vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four
minutes when this light turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, werecommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed
in the PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing. We recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Airbag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, werecommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
tCASE Message
• If the tCASE message appears after engine start up, or during driving, it means theAWD system is not functioning properly. We recommend you do not operate the
vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
SERVICE AWD SYSTEM Message
• If the SERVICE AWD SYSTEM warning message appears after engine start up, orduring driving, it means the AWD system is not functioning properly. We
recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as gASCAP) appears, tighten the gas cap until a“clicking” sound is heard.
• Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine PartCapacities
Engine Oil with Filter 6.1L API Certified SAE 5W-40 full synthetic engine oil,
meeting the requirements
of Chrysler Material
Standard MS-10725.7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Fuel Selection 2.7L, 3.5L 87 Octane 2.7L and 3.5L w/o AWD,
18 Gallons (67 Liters). 3.5L
with AWD, 19 Gallons
(72 Liters).
Fuel Selection 5.7L 87 Octane Acceptable. 89 Octane Recommended.19 Gallons (72 Liters)
Fuel Selection 6.1L Premium Unleaded 91 Octane or higher.19 Gallons (72 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 2.7L, 3.5L,
5.7L, 6.1L MOPAR
®Engine Oil Filter
or equivalent. —
Spark Plug 2.7L TE10MCC5 (Gap 0.050 in
[1.27 mm]) —
Spark Plug 3.5L ZFR5LP–13G (Gap 0.050 in
[1.27 mm]) —
Spark Plug 5.7L LZFR5C–11 (Gap 0.043 in
[1.1 mm]) —
Spark Plug 6.1L PLZTR5A-13 (Gap.050 in
[1.27 mm]) —
Automatic Transmission MOPAR
®ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission
Fluid or equivalent
licensed ATF+4
®product. —
Transfer Case MOPAR®BorgWarner
44–40 Transfer Case
Lubricant or equivalent. —
Axle Front API GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant
or equivalent. —
Axle Rear 2.7L, 3.5L, 5.7L API GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant
or equivalent. —
Axle Rear 6.1L API GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant
or equivalent (with
MOPAR
®Friction
Modifier-Hypoid Gear
Additive).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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