fuel CHRYSLER 300 2013 2.G User Guide

The system allows the driver to select information by
pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:UP Button
Press and release the UP button to scroll up-
ward through the main menu and Vehicle Info
and Trip Info sub-menus (Fuel Economy, Ve-
hicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Trip Info,
Vehicle Speed, and Turn Menu OFF) and sub-menus.
DOWN Button
Press and release the DOWN button to scroll
downward through the main menu and Vehicle
Info and Trip Info sub-menus (Fuel Economy,
Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Trip Info,
Vehicle Speed, and Turn Menu OFF) and sub-menus.
SELECT Button
Press and release the SELECT button to access
the information screens or sub-menu screens of
EVIC Steering Wheel Controls
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•Low Fuel Telltale
When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal
(11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until
fuel is added.
• Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator
This telltale will turn on to indicate the wind-
shield washer fluid is low.
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Malfunction
This light will turn on when a ACC is not
operating and needs service. For further infor-
mation, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of
Your Vehicle.” •
SERV AWD (Service All Wheel Drive) Indicator
This light will turn on when the All Wheel
Drive feature requires service. For further in-
formation, refer to “All Wheel Drive” in “Start-
ing And Operating.”
EVIC Red Telltales
This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These
telltales include:
•Door Ajar
This telltale turns on when one or more doors
are ajar. The telltale will show which doors are
ajar.
• Trunk Ajar
This light will turn on to indicate that the trunk
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NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Fuel Economy
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel
Economy” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press
the SELECT button. Press and release the UP/DOWN
buttons until one of the following Fuel Economy func-
tions displays in the EVIC:
• Average Fuel Economy/Fuel Saver Mode
• Distance To Empty (DTE)
• Miles Per Gallon (MPG)
Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the
Trip Computer functions. The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa-
tion:
Average Fuel Economy / ECO Fuel Saver Mode —
If Equipped
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read
Fuel Economy
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“RESET” or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the
history information will be erased, and the averaging will
continue from the last fuel average reading before the
reset.
There is an ECO icon between the Compass and Outside
Temperature info at the top of the EVIC display. This icon
will appear whenever the Multi-Displacement System
(MDS) (if equipped) allows the engine to operate on four
cylinders, or if you are driving in a fuel efficient manner.
This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving
in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify
driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Distance To Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with
the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is
determined by a weighted average of the instantaneousand average fuel economy, according to the current fuel
tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the SELECT
button.
NOTE:
Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km)
estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change
to a “LOW FUEL” message. This display will continue
until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant
amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW
FUEL” message and a new DTE value will display. Press
the BACK button to return to the main menu.
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Miles Per Gallon (MPG)
The Miles Per Gallon (MPG) feature displays instanta-
neous fuel economy in a bar graph below the DTE, this
function cannot be reset. Press the BACK button to return
to the main menu.
Cruise Control
Press and release the UP or DOWN button untilACC(if
equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control) or Cruiseis
highlighted in the EVIC. Status of the ACC or Cruise is
displayed in the menu line also. Press and release the
SELECT (right arrow) button to display the following
information:
• If equipped with ACC, one of several messages will be
displayed giving a dynamic update of the status of the
feature as the driver changes feature status or follow-
ing conditions change. If ACC is active and a warning or other feature is in the EVIC main display, the ACC
status will be displayed in place of the EVIC odometer
line.
• For vehicles with Cruise, one of several messages will
be displayed giving a dynamic update of the status of
the feature as the driver changes feature status or
conditions change. If Cruise is active and a warning or
other feature is in the EVIC main display, the Cruise
status will be displayed in place of the EVIC odometer
line.
Press and release the BACK button to return to the main
menu.
Vehicle Speed
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Vehicle
Speed is highlighted in the EVIC. Press the SELECT
button to view a digital display of the current speed
in mph or km/h. Pressing the SELECT button a second
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•Units
When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC,
odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed
between US and Metric units of measure. Touch US or
Metric until a check-mark appears next to the setting,
showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back
arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
• Voice Response Length
When in this display, you may change the Voice Re-
sponse Length settings. To change the Voice Response
Length, touch the Brief or Detailed soft-key until a
check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that
setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key
to return to the previous menu.
• Touchscreen Beep
When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the
sound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) is pressed. Touch the Touchscreen Beep soft-key until a
check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that
setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key
to return to the previous menu.
•
Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster
When this feature is selected, the turn-by-turn directions
will appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a
designated turn within a programmed route. To make
your selection, touch the Navigation Turn-By-Turn In
Cluster soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to the
setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the
back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
• Fuel Saver Display In Cluster
The “ECO” message is located in the instrument cluster
display, this message can be turned on or off. To make
your selection, touch the Fuel Saver Display soft-key,
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15. Driver Temperature Control Up Button
Provides the driver with independent temperature con-
trol. Push the button for warmer temperature settings.
NOTE:In Sync mode, this button will also automatically
adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same
time.
Climate Control Functions
A/C (Air Conditioning)
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator
to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning
system. When the air conditioning system is turned on,
cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets into
the cabin. For improved fuel economy, press the A/C
button to turn off the air conditioning and manually
adjust the blower and airflow mode settings. Also, make
sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level or Floor modes. NOTE:
•
If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass,
select Defrost mode and increase blower speed.
• If your air conditioning performance seems lower than
expected, check the front of the A/C condenser (lo-
cated in front of the radiator), for an accumulation of
dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from
behind the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric
front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the
condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.
MAX A/C
Max A/C sets the control for maximum cooling perfor-
mance.Press and release to toggle between Max A/C and
the prior settings. The soft-key illuminates when Max
A/C is ON.
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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED . .390
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........391
▫ Acceleration ........................ .391
▫ Traction ........................... .392
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............392
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................393
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................393
 POWER STEERING .....................395
 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE
ONLY – IF EQUIPPED ...................396
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .396
 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM .............399
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .401 ▫
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............401
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............401
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............402
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........402
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................405
▫ Ready Alert Braking ...................406
▫ Rain Brake Support ....................407
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
And ESC OFF Indicator Light ............407
▫ Synchronizing ESC ....................408
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............409
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .409
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........412
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▫Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........413
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........414
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION .........418
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .418
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................419
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .420
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .421
▫ All Season Tires – If Equipped ............422
▫ Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped. .422
▫ Snow Tires ......................... .422
▫ Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel – If Equipped ................423
▫ Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped .........423▫
Full Size Spare – If Equipped .............424
▫ Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped ..........424
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... .425
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................426
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ .426
▫ Replacement Tires .....................427
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......428
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....430
 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .431
▫ Base System ........................ .434
▫ Premium System – If Equipped ............437
▫ General Information ...................441
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................441
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▫3.6L Engine – If Equipped ...............441
▫ 5.7L Engine – If Equipped ...............441
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................442
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............442
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .......443
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................444
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................444
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................444
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............445
 FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .446
▫ E-85 General Information ...............446
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....................447 ▫
Fuel Requirements ....................447
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel
Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles .......448
▫ Starting ........................... .448
▫ Cruising Range ...................... .448
▫ Replacement Parts ....................449
▫ Maintenance ....................... .449
 ADDING FUEL ....................... .449
▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release .........451
 VEHICLE LOADING ....................452
▫ Vehicle Certification Label ...............453
▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......453
▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) .........453
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