transmission CHRYSLER 300 2013 2.G Owner's Manual

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
•If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion.
Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then, move the
shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE. Using minimal accelerator pedal
pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is most effective.
NOTE:
Press the "ESC Off" switch, to place the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in "Partial
Off" mode, before rocking the vehicle. Once the vehicle has been freed, press the "ESC Off"
switch again to restore "ESC On" mode.
CAUTION!
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between REVERSE and DRIVE, do not spin
the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating
and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h)
while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause
tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle's
wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not let anyone near a spinning
wheel, no matter what the speed.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine Part Capacities
Automatic Transmission – 8 Speed Transmission We recommend you use Shell
L12108 Transmission Fluid. —
Automatic Transmission – 5 Speed Transmission We recommend you
ONLY
use MOPAR® ATF+4® Auto- matic Transmission Fluid.
Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or perfor-mance of your transmission. —
Transfer Case We recommend you use
MOPAR® BorgWarner 44–40 Transfer Case. —
Axle Front We recommend you use
API GL-5 SAE 75W90
Synthetic Gear Lubricant. —
Axle Rear We recommend you use API
GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant. —
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use
MOPAR® DOT 3 and
SAE J1703. If DOT 3 is
not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use
MOPAR® Power Steering
Fluid + 4, MOPAR® or ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane19.1 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 87 Octane Acceptable.
89 Octane Recommended. 19.1 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
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SRT8
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Ten Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). 15.2 Quarts (14.4 Liters)
Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil With Filter – 6.4L Engine For best performance and
maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, we recommend full synthetic engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or
SM/CF. The manufacturer recommends the use of a
full synthetic SAE 0W-40 engine oil. 7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use
MOPAR® brand Engine Oil Filters. —
Spark Plugs – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
Automatic Transmission We recommend you
ONLY
use MOPAR® ATF+4® Auto- matic Transmission Fluid.
Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or perfor-mance of your transmission. —
Axle Rear We recommend you use
MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W–90
(API GL-5) (with MOPAR® Friction Modifier – Hypoid Gear Additive). —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use
MOPAR® Power Steering
Fluid + 4, MOPAR® or ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
Fuel Selection – 6.4L Engine Premium Unleaded 91 Octane
Only or higher. 19.1 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
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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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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,00030,000
40,000 50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000 90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000 150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000 64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000 224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if
necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive
Only). XX X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. X X X X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X X X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. Change the transfer case fluid; if using
your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing. (All Wheel Drive Only). XX
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. X X X X X
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** X
Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).** X X X X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle
for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer
towing (five-speed only). X
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,00030,000
40,000 50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000 90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000 150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000 64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000 224,000
240,000
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (five-speed only). X
Change transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing (All Wheel Drive
Only). 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 X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
• You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
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SRT8 – MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs
before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXX X XXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. XXXX
X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXX X XX
Inspect the CV joints. XX X X
Inspect the exhaust system. XX XXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. XX X 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. XXX
X X
Replace the engine air cleaner. XX
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXX X XXNOTE:
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000 km).
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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FUSES
Front Power Distribution Center
• The Front Power Distribution Center (fuses) is located in the engine compartment on theright hand side near the Washer Fluid Reservoir. This module contains fuses and relays.
Front Power Distribution Center
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
2 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan #1
3 50 Amp Red Power Steering #1
4 30 Amp Pink Starter
5 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brakes
6 25 Amp Neutral Anti-Lock Brakes
9 20 Amp Yellow All-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped
10 10 Amp Red Security
11 20 Amp Yellow Horns
12 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch
15 25 Amp Neutral Transmission
18 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan #2
19 50 Amp Red Power Steering #2
20 30 Amp Pink Wiper Motor
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
21 30 Amp PinkHeadlamp Washers
28 25 Amp Neutral Fuel Pump
29 15 Amp Blue Transmission Shifter
31 25 Amp Neutral Engine Module
34 25 Amp Neutral Powertrain #1
35 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain #2
36 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake Module
37 10 Amp Red Engine Controller/Rad Fan Relays
38 10 Amp Red Airbag Module
39 10 Amp Red Power Steering Module/AC Clutch Relay
48 10 Amp Red AWD Module/Front Axle Disconnect
51 20 Amp Yellow Vacuum Pump
Rear Power Distribution Center
• There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel.
This center contains fuses and relays.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
2 60 Amp Yellow Front PDC Feed #1
4 60 Amp Yellow Front PDC Feed #2
5 30 Amp Pink Sunroof
6 40 Amp Green Exterior Lighting #1
7 40 Amp Green Exterior Lighting #2
8 30 Amp Pink Interior Lighting/Washer Pump
9 30 Amp Pink Power Locks
10 30 Amp Pink Driver Door
11 30 Amp Pink Passenger Door
12 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighters, Instrument Panel & Power Outlet
Console Rear
15 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower
23 10 Amp Red Fuel Door/Diagnostic Port
24 15 Amp Blue Radio Screen
25 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor
27 25 Amp Neutral Amplifier
31 25 Amp Neutral Power Seats
32 15 Amp Blue HVAC Module/Cluster
33 15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/Wireless Module
34 10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/Clock
35 10 Amp Red Battery Sensor
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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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