oil change CHRYSLER 300 2011 2.G User Guide

Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- Electronic Speed Control Indicator
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)ON Indicator*
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Off Indicator*
- Windshield Washer Fluid LowIndicator
- Door Ajar Indicator
- Decklid Ajar Indicator
EVIC Messages
ECO/Fuel Economy Oil Change Required
Low Tire Pressure Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start
Turn Signal On
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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- 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 ignitionwhen 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 service center immediately. 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.
- Airbag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle servicedby an authorized service center immediately.
SERVICE AWD SYSTEM Message
• If the SERVICE AWD SYSTEM warning message appears after engine start up, or duringdriving, it means the AWD system is not functioning properly. We recommend you do not
operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
Oil Change Indicator
Message
• If an “oil change” message (shown as Oil Change Required) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
• Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.)
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
• Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even
if it occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or
off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter;
replace if necessary. XX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XXXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using
your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or
frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid – All
Wheel Drive (AWD). XX
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All
Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing. XX
Inspect the transfer case fluid – All Wheel Drive (AWD). XX
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). X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper
looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise
Control)..................23
Adjustable Pedals .............19
Airbag ...................12
Alarm, Panic ................8
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . 11
Automatic Headlights ...........22
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . 26
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ................71
Axle Fluid .................71
Belts, Seat .................11
Brake Fluid .................71
Bulb Replacement .............81
Calibration, Compass ...........49
Change Oil Indicator ...........58
Child Restraint ...............13
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .......13
Clock Setting ...............33
Compass Calibration ...........49
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ............71
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......23
Cruise Light ................23
Cupholders Heated/Cooled (Beverage Holder) . . . 19
Customer Assistance ...........82
Customer Programmable Features .....49
Defects, Reporting .............83
Dimmer Control ..............22
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........22
Disarming, Theft System ..........11
Driver Cockpit ...............4
ECO ...................49
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control) ..................23
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ................. 48,49
Engine Compartment ..............69
Oil Selection ..............71
Overheating ..............59
Starting .................10 Stopping
................10
EventDataRecorder ...........67
Express Down Windows ...........8
Exterior Lights ...............81
Fluid Capacities ..............71
Fluids ...................71
Fog Lights .................22
Folding Rear Seat .............17
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........66
Front Heated Seats ............18
Fuel Specifications ..............71
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....50
Headlights Automatic ................22
Dimmer Switch .............22
HighBeam ...............21
Heated Seats ...............
1
8
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch ...................21
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter ................50
Hood Release ...............68
Instrument Cluster .............6
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights ....6,55
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....21
Introduction .................2
Jack Location ...............60
Jump Starting ...............62
KeyFob...................8
Keyless Enter-N-Go ............9
Lane Change Assist ............21
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) .................13
Lights Turn Signal ...............21
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) ...............6
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Maintenance Record............75
Maintenance Schedule ...........73
MemorySeat ...............16
MOPAR® Accessories ...........84
Navigation .................37
Oil Change Indicator ...........58
Oil, Engine Capacity ................71
Overheating, Engine ............59
Panic Alarm .................8
Pedals, Adjustable .............19
Phone (Pairing) ..............44
Phone (Uconnect) .............43
Power Glass Sunroof ..............28
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . 52
Seats ..................15
Steering .................71
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ....20
Programmable Electronic Features .....49
Radio Operation ..............34
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ........21
Rear Heated Seats .............18
Rear Seat, Folding .............17
Recreational Towing ............54
Remote Starting System ..........8
Replacement Bulbs .............81
Restraints, Child ..............13
Seat Belts .................11
Seats ....................15
Adjustment ...............16
Heated .................18
Lumbar Support .............15
Memory.................16
Power ..................15
RearFolding...............17
Setting the Clock .............33
Shift Lever Override ............64
Signals, Turn ................21
SIRIUSTravelLink .............41 SmartBeams
................22
Spark Plugs ................71
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......23
Starting Remote .................8
Steering TiltColumn ...............20
Store Radio Presets ............34
SunRoof .................28
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag . . 12
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......11
Theft System Arming ...........11
Theft System Disarming ..........11
Tilt Steering Column ...........20
Ti re s Air Pressure ...............80
Changing ................61
Flat Changing ..............61
Jacking .................61
Pressure Warning Light .........55
Towing ...................53 24-Hour Towing Assistance .......
5
5
Disabled Vehicle ............65
Recreational ..............54
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . . 54
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight .......53
Trailer Weight ...............53
Transmission Fluid ...................71
Turn Signals ................21
Uconnect™ Phone .............43
USBPort .................42
Voice Command ..............47
Washers, Windshield ............21
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .......80
Wind Buffeting ..............29
Windows,ExpressDown ..........8
Windshield Washers ............21
Windshield Wipers .............21
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