power steering CHRYSLER 300 2014 2.G Owner's Manual

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – 8-Speed Transmission Use only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission
Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Automatic Transmission – 5-Speed Transmission Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use
ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your trans- mission. We recommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent
meeting MS-11655, such as Fuchs EG ZH 3044 or Pentosin CHF 11s.
Front Axle
We recommend you use API GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant.
Rear AxleWe recommend you use API GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant.
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR® Transfer Case Lubricant for Borg-
Warner 44–40.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 569

Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill 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 your next scheduled
service
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• 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
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 573

Filter Disposal........................ .520
Identification Logo ..................... .518
Materials Added to ..................... .520
Recommendation ...................... .518
Synthetic ............................ .520
Viscosity ............................ .519
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .520
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................513
Operating Precautions ..................... .513
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................113
Overdrive .............................. .391
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .391
Overheating, Engine ...................... .313
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .542
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .400ParkSense® System, Rear
....................248
Passing Light ........................... .201
Passive Entry .............................34
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .214
Pets ....................................98
Pets, Transporting ..........................98
Phone (Pairing) .......................... .135
Phone (Uconnect®) ....................... .127
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........422
Power Deck Lid Release ........................42
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................553
Door Locks ............................31
Mirrors ..............................115
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........279
Seats ............................... .177
Steering ............................. .399
Sunroof ............................. .272
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............211
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Windows..............................39
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .569
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................58
Preparation for Jacking .....................487
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................57
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .22
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .429
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........534
Radio Operation ......................... .350
Radio Remote Controls .....................348
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................208
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................541
Rear Camera ........................... .258
Rear Cupholder ......................... .286
Rear ParkSense System .....................248
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .186
Rear Window Defroster .....................294 Rear Window Features
.....................294
Recorder, Event Data .......................74
Recreational Towing ...................... .477
Reformulated Gasoline .....................452
Refrigerant ............................. .524
Release, Hood ........................... .192
Reminder, Lights On ...................... .198
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................57
Remote Control Starting System .........................27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................22
Arm The Alarm .........................19
FCC General Information ..................26
Lock The Doors .........................23
Panic Alarm ............................24
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........18
Programming Additional Transmitters .........18
Remote Battery Replacement ................25
Transmitter Battery Replacement .............25
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Snow Chains (Tire Chains)...................437
Snow Tires ............................. .430
Spare Tire .............................. .432
Spark Plugs ............................ .567
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .567
Oil................................. .567
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................216
Speedometer ............................ .308
Sport Mode ............................ .309
Starting .................................27
Automatic Transmission ..................366
Cold Weather ......................... .369
Engine Fails to Start .....................369
Remote ...............................27
Starting and Operating .....................366
Starting Procedures ....................... .366
Steering Column Controls ...................... .200Column Lock
......................... .210
Power .............................. .399
Tilt Column .......................... .210
Wheel, Heated ........................ .213
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .210
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............348
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .348
Storage ............................... .560
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .359
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .560
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .498
Sunglasses Storage ....................... .262
Sun Roof .............................. .272
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..........59
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .520
System, Remote Starting .....................27
Tachometer ............................. .304
Telescoping Steering Column .................210
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