flat tire CHRYSLER 300 2013 2.G Owner's Manual

On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and
a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled
oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer,
the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under
“Instrument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odometer” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering andtransmission as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
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TIRE PRESSURES
• Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflateto the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
•
The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Informa-
tion” label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE:
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for
more information regarding tire warnings and
instructions.
WARNING!
• Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle
handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load
capacity for your vehicle . Never overload them.
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or
“blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road
and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. Unequal tire pressures can
cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle. Over-inflated or under-
inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle
control.
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleanedregularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust the following MOPAR® wheel cleaners are recommended or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
• For chrome wheels, use MOPAR® Chrome Cleaner or equivalent.
• For aluminum wheels, use MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent.
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)(Cruise Control) ............27
Adjustable Pedals .............22
Airbag...................13
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . .12
Automatic Headlights ...........26
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC). . .34
Automatic Transmission Autostick ...............66
Fluid Type ..............100
Autostick .................66
Axle Fluid ............... .100
Belts, Seat .................13
Blind Spot Monitoring ...........35
Brake Fluid ............... .100
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..............24
Bulb Replacement .............115
Calibration, Compass ...........59
Change Oil Indicator ...........74
ChangingAFlatTire ...........76
Child Restraint ...............14
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .......15
Clock...................45
Compass Calibration ...........59
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ..........100
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......27
Cruise Light ................27
Cupholders
Heated/Cooled (Beverage Holder). . .21
Customer Assistance ...........116
Customer Programmable Features . . .60, 69
Defects, Reporting ............117
Dimmer Control ..............26
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........26
Disarming, Theft System ..........12
ECO....................59
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System .....38Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) ............27
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)...............59, 60
Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light ..........73
Jacking ................76
Overheating ..............75
Emergency Key ...............8
Engine Break-In Recommendations ......24
Compartment .............97
Oil Selection .............100
Overheating ..............75
Starting ................11
Stopping ................11
EventDataRecorder ...........94
Exterior Lights .............. .115
Flat Tire Changing .............76
Fluid Capacities .............100
Fluids .................. .100
Fog Lights .................26
Folding Rear Seat .............19
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........93
Front Heated Seats ............20
Fuel Filler Door Emergency Release ....96
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .........95
Specifications ............100
Fuse .................. .110
Fuses .................. .110
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....61
Headlights Automatic ...............26
Dimmer Switch ............26
HighBeam ..............26
Heated Mirrors ...............35
Heated Seats ...............20
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ............26
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ....61
Hood Release ...............95
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Theft System Arming...........12
Theft System Disarming ..........12
Tilt Steering Column ............23
TIREFIT ..................82
Ti re s Air Pressure ............. .114
Changing .............76, 78
Flat Changing .............76
Jacking ................78
SpareTire ...............76
Towing...................65 Disabled Vehicle ............92
Recreational ..............65 Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . .65
Trailer Towing
Trailer and Tongue Weight .......65
Trailer Weight ...............65
Transmission Fluid .................100
Turn Signals ................25
Washers, Windshield ............25
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .......114
Wind Buffeting ...............37
Windshield Washers ............25
Windshield Wipers .............25
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
• How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 15
• How do I program my Front Seat Memory? pg. 17
ELECTRONICS
• How do I know which radio I have? pg. 42
• How do I select the AUX music source? pg. 46
• How do I set the clock on my radio? pg. 40
• How do I use the Navigation feature? pg. 46
• How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth® with the Uconnect® Hands-Free Voice ActivationSystem? pg. 52
• How do I hear the audio from my iPod® through the USB port using the radio? pg. 46
• How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)? pg. 61
UTILITY
• How do I know how much I can tow with my Chrysler 300? pg. 65
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 71
• How do I change a flat tire? pg. 76
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 88
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 110
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 100
• How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 103
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 114
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