light CHRYSLER 300 2011 2.G Owners Manual

WARNING!
A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of
HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned
ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electro-
cution if not serviced properly. See your authorized
dealer for service.
NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps,
when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to
the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after
approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.
Standard Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam
Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp, Inner Park Lamp, and
Outer Park Lamp
1. Open the hood. NOTE:
Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be
necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlamp
assembly on the driver side of the vehicle.
2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise, and then pull it out of the headlamp
assembly.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head-
lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477

Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, and add as
needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group
LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
MOPARPARTS
MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They are recom-
mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle
operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.
506 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

About Your Brakes....................... 336
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .............. 338
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . 186
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 452
Adding Fuel ........................... 388
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 447
Additives, Fuel ......................... 383
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 181
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 440
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 443
Air Conditioning Filter ................. 31 1,444
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............443,444
Air Conditioning System ................308,443
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 359
Airbag .............................. 56,66
Airbag Deployment ....................... 67
Airbag Light ................... 63,64,69,84,265
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 68
Airbag, Side ...................... 60,62,65,66Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)
...........60,62,66
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 17
Alarm Light ........................... 265
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 17
Alarm, Panic ............................ 22
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ................330,460
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............338,340
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 260
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 17
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............451,480
Disposal ........................... 454
Appearance Care ........................ 461
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 17
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 344
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 39
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 30
Auto Up Power Windows .................. 39
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 94
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Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Headlights .................... 164
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ............. 277
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 308
Automatic Transaxle Special Additives ..................... 458
Automatic Transmission .............325,458,459
Adding Fluid .................... 459,482
Autostick .......................... 329
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 459
Fluid Change ....................... 459
Fluid Level Check .................... 459
Fluid Type ......................... 482
Gear Ranges ........................ 326
Shifting ........................... 325
Special Additives ..................... 458
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ..... 328
Autostick ............................. 329
Axle Fluid ............................. 482 Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)
............... 482
B-Pillar Location ........................ 354
Battery ............................... 441
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 23
Location ........................... 441
Belts, Seat ............................ 46,84
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 446
Brake Assist System ...................... 341
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 340
Brake Fluid ............................ 482
Brake System ........................... 456
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... 338
Fluid Check ..................... 456,482
Master Cylinder ..................... 456
Parking ........................... 336
Warning Light ....................... 265
Brake, Parking .......................... 336
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 325
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INDEX 513

Brakes............................... 456
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 81
Brightness, Interior Lights .................. 171
Bulb Replacement ..................... 475,476
Bulbs, Light .......................... 86,475
Camera, Rear ........................... 219
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 480
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ..................... 438,439
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 453
Car Washes ............................ 461
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............83,384
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 391
Cellular Phone .......................... 301
Certification Label ....................... 391
Chains, Tire ............................ 367
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 409
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 350 Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)
.............262,433
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 82
Checks, Safety ........................... 82
Child Restraint .................. 71,72,73,76,79
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............74,76
Child Safety Locks ........................ 32
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 381
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 463
Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 446
Climate Control ......................... 301
Clock ................................ 298
Coin Holder ........................... 246
Cold Weather Operation ................... 320
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 300
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 362
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 280
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ConnectorUCI .............................. 299
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 299
Conserving Fuel ........................ 278
Console, Floor .......................... 246
Console, Overhead ....................... 221
Contract, Service ........................ 505
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 453
Cooling System ......................... 450
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 452
Coolant Capacity ..................... 480
Coolant Level .................... 451,454
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 454
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 451
Inspection .......................... 454
Points to Remember .................. 454
Pressure Cap ........................ 453
Radiator Cap ....................... 453
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....451,480,481 Corrosion Protection
..................... 461
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 186
Cupholders ......................... 242,466
Customer Assistance ..................... 503
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 70
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 173
Daytime Running Lights ................... 166
Dealer Service .......................... 435
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 42
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 41
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 250
Defroster, Windshield ................... 84,306
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 174
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 433
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 169
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................ 437
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 425
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Break-In Recommendations.............. 81
Checking Oil Level ................... 437
Compartment .................... 431,432
Compartment Identification ............. 431
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 451,481
Cooling ........................... 450
Exhaust Gas Caution ................83,384
Fails to Start ........................ 321
Flooded, Starting ..................... 321
Fuel Requirements .................... 380
Jump Starting ....................... 418
Multi-Displacement ................... 335
Oil ......................... 437,480,481
Oil Change Interval ................ 277,438
Oil Filler Cap .................... 438,439
Oil Filter ........................... 440
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 440
Oil Selection ..................... 438,480
Oil Synthetic ........................ 439 Overheating
........................ 408
Starting ........................... 318
Temperature Gauge ................... 267
Engine Oil Viscosity ................... 438,439
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 66
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 381
Event Data Recorder ...................... 70
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 83,384
Exhaust System ....................... 83,448
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 95
Exterior Lighting ........................ 164
Exterior Lights .......................... 86
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 264
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 440
Air Conditioning .................. 31 1,444
Engine Oil ....................... 440,481
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INDEX 517

Engine Oil Disposal................... 440
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 169
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................... 408
Turn Signal .................... 86,168,259
Flat Tire Changing ....................... 409
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 387
Engine Oil ......................... 387
Fuel Requirements ................. 385,386
Maintenance ........................ 388
Replacement Parts .................... 387
Starting ........................... 387
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 321
Floor Console .......................... 246
Fluid Capacities ......................... 480
Fluid Leaks ............................. 86 Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission ................ 459
Brake ............................. 456
Cooling System ...................... 451
Engine Oil ......................... 437
Transfer Case ....................... 460
Fluid, Brake ........................... 482
Fluids ................................ 481
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 481
Fog Lights .......................... 167,259
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 157
Forward Collision Warning ..............206,273
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 422
Fuel ................................. 380
Additives .......................... 383
Clean Air .......................... 381
Conserving ......................... 278
Ethanol ........................... 381
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .................. 264
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Gasoline........................... 380
Gauge ............................ 264
Light ............................. 273
Materials Added ..................... 383
Methanol .......................... 381
Octane Rating ....................... 481
Saver Mode ........................ 278
Specifications ....................... 481
Tank Capacity ....................... 480
Fuel Optimizer ......................... 278
Fuel Saver ............................. 278
Fuel, Flexible ........................... 385
Fuses ................................ 466
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ........... 223
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 380
Conserving ......................... 278
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 381
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 381 Gauges
Coolant Temperature .................. 267
Fuel .............................. 264
Speedometer ........................ 264
Tachometer ......................... 259
Gear Ranges ........................... 326
Gear Select Lever Override ................. 424
General Information ............17,24,139,204,380
General Maintenance ..................... 436
Glass Cleaning .......................... 465
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...............392,394
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............392,393
GVWR ............................... 392
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 332
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 408
Head Restraints ......................... 154
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