CHRYSLER 300 2014 2.G Owner's Manual
Manufacturer: CHRYSLER, Model Year: 2014, Model line: 300, Model: CHRYSLER 300 2014 2.GPages: 132, PDF Size: 3.65 MB
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Power Lumbar
• Push the switch forward to increase thelumbar support. Push the switch rearward to
decrease the lumbar support.
•
Pushing upward or downward on the switch will
raise and lower the position of the support.
Memory Seat
•The memory seat feature allows you to save
two different driver seating positions, driver's
outside mirror, adjustable brake and accelera-
tor pedals, power tilt and telescopic steering
column and radio station preset settings. The
memory seat buttons are located on the driv-
er's door panel.
• To set a memory position:
1. Cycle the vehicles ignition to the ONposition.
2. Adjust all memory profile settings.
3. Press and release the S (SET) button.
4. Press and release the 1 or 2 button within five seconds.
NOTE:
Before programming your RKE transmitters you must select the “Personal Settings Linked To Key
Fob” feature through the Uconnect® system. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings ” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
• To program a Key Fob to the memory position: 1. Cycle the vehicles ignition to the OFF position.
2. Select the desired memory profile 1 or 2.
3. Press and release the S (SET) button on the memory switch, then within five secondspress and release the 1 or 2 button accordingly.
4. Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter within 10 seconds.
• To recall the saved positions, press 1 or 2 on the memory switch or press UNLOCK on the programmed RKE transmitter.
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Easy Entry/Exit Feature
• The memory seat has an Easy Entry/Exit feature. This feature provides automatic driver seatpositioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle.
NOTE:
The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory.
To enable (or later disable) this feature you must select “Easy Exit Seats” in “Engine Off Options”
through the programmable features in the Uconnect® system. • Refer to “Uconnect® Customer Programmable Features” in “Electronics” of this User Guide.
• For further details refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”in the Owner's Manual on the DVD.
Manual Seat
Forward/Rearward
• Lift up on the adjusting bar located at thefront of the seat near the floor and release it
when the seat is at the desired position.
Then, using body pressure, move forward
and backward on the seat to be sure that the
seat adjusters have latched.
Recliner
• Lean forward in the seat and lift the reclinerlever, then lean back to the desired position
and release the lever.
• Lift the lever to return the seatback to an upright position.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause
damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an
obstruction in the seat’s path.
WARNING!
• Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted, and you
could be severely injured or killed. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked.
• Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your
chest. In a collision, you could slide under the seat belt and be severely injured or killed.
Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
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REAR SEAT
Folding Rear Seatback
• Pull on the loops, located near the outer top of the seatbacks, to fold down either or bothseatbacks. These loops can be tucked away when not in use.
• When the seatback is raised to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly
pulling on the top of the seatback above the
seat loop.
WARNING!
•Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked
into position, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
An improperly latched seat could cause you and others to severely injured or killed.
•The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or
folded-down position) should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in
motion. They could be severely injured or killed in a collision. Children should be seated and
using the proper restraint system.
HEATED SEATS
Front Heated Seats
The front heated seats control buttons are located within the climate or controls screen of the
touchscreen.
• Press the heated seat button
once to turn the High setting On.
• Press the heated seat button
a second time to turn the Low setting On.
• Press the heated seat button
a third time to turn the heating elements Off.
If the High-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to Low-level after
approximately 60 minutes. The Low-level setting will turn Off automatically after approximately
45 minutes.
NOTE:
Vehicle Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start, this feature can be programmed to come on during
a remote start through the Uconnect® system. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” in the Owner's Manual on the DVD.
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Rear Heated Seats
•Second row heated seat switches are located
on the rear of the center console.
• Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to
select Low-level heating. Press the switch a
third time to shut the heating elements Off.
• If the High-level setting is selected, the sys- tem will automatically switch to Low-level
after approximately 60 minutes. The Low-
level setting will turn Off automatically after
approximately 45 minutes.
WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness,
diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical condi-
tions must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
• Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated
could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat.
HEATED AND COOLED CUPHOLDERS
• Your vehicle may be equipped with heatedand cooled cupholders. The cupholders are
designed to help keep warm beverages
warm and cold beverages cool.
• Press the “Cold” symbol once to turn on the cupholder; press the symbol a second time
to turn the cupholder off. Press the “Hot”
symbol once to activate the cupholder;
press the symbol a second time to turn off
the cupholder.
WARNING!
When the “Hot” symbol is selected, avoid contact with the heated portion of the cupholder in
order to avoid burns.
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WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness,diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical condi-
tions must exercise care when using the heated cup holders. It may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
• Keep the cup holders free of debris such as anything that insulates against heat, for this may cause the cup holders to overheat. Coming in contact with overheated cup holders
could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature.
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS
The adjustable pedal switch is located on the front side of the driver’s seat cushion side shield.
• Press the switch forward to move the pedalsforward (toward the front of the vehicle).
• Press the switch rearward to move the ped- als rearward (toward the driver).
NOTE:
The pedals cannot be adjusted when the ve-
hicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic
Speed Control is set.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, as it may
cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped
by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal's path.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and have a
collision. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked.
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TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
The tilt/telescoping lever is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column.
• To unlock the steering column, push thelever downward (toward the floor).
• To tilt the steering column, move the steer- ing wheel upward or downward as desired.
• To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or push it
inward as desired.
• To lock the steering column in position, push the lever upward until fully engaged.
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
The power tilt/telescoping steering control is located below the turn signal/wiper/washer/high
beam lever on the steering column.
•
To tilt the steering column, move the power
tilt/telescoping control up or down as desired.
• To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the control toward you or push the con-
trol away from you as desired.
WARNING!
• Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The tilt/telescoping adjustment must be
locked while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the
tilt/telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Failure to follow this warning may result in you and others being severely injured or killed.
• Moving the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable
steering column, you could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Adjust the
column only while the vehicle is stopped.
Tilt/Telescoping Lever
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your
vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds
up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a
good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be
avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant.
Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations
will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle.”
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation.
This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of an
engine problem or malfunction.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
Engine Break-In Recommendation — SRT Version
A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear axle) in
your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 500 miles (800 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds
up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a
good break-in. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and
should be avoided.
The engine oil is a high performance synthetic lubricant, the transmission fluid, and axle lubricant
installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under which vehicle operations will
occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation.
This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of
difficulty.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
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TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM
LEVER
Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist
• Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times andautomatically turn off.
Front Wipers
Intermittent, Low And High Operation
• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of four intermittent settings, thesecond detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation.
Mist
• Rotate the end of the lever downward when a single wipe is desired.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on
the windshield. The wash function must be activated in order to spray the windshield with washer
fluid.
Washer Operation
• Push the end of the lever inward and hold for as long as spray is desired.
Rain Sensing Wipers
• This feature senses moisture on the vehicle's windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver when the switch is in the intermittent position. Rotate the end of the lever to one
of four settings to activate this feature and adjust sensitivity.
• Rain Sensing can be turned on and off using the Uconnect® System, refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
Multifunction Lever
1 — Push For Washer
2 — Rotate Downward For Mist
3 — Push Lever For High Beams
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High Beam Operation
• Push the lever forward to activate the high beams. Pull the lever toward you for flash to pass.
NOTE:
For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent headlight
glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights
• Rotate the headlight switch, located on theinstrument panel to the left of the steering
wheel, to the first detent from the off posi-
tion for parking light
and to the sec-
ond detent for headlight
.
• With the parking lights or low beam head- lights on, press the headlight switch for fog
lights. Pressing the switch a second time will
deactivate the front fog lights. Turning the
headlight switch off will also deactivate the
fog lights.
• Rotate the headlight switch to “AUTO” for AUTO headlights.
• When set to AUTO, the system automati- cally turns the headlights on or off based on
ambient light levels.
Automatic High Beams
The Automatic High Beams system provides in-
creased forward lighting at night by automating
high beam control through the use of a digital
camera mounted on the inside rearview mirror.
This camera detects vehicle specific light and automatically switches from high beams to low beams
until the approaching vehicle is out of view. This feature is programmable through the Uconnect®
system. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings ” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner's
Manual on the DVD for further details.
Instrument Panel Dimmer
• Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel
lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel and cupholders when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to the next detent position to fully brighten the odometer and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on.
1 — Auto 4 — Rotate Dimmer
2 — Rotate Headlight
Switch 5 — Rotate Ambient
Light Control
3 — Push For Fog
Lights
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• Rotate the dimmer control up to the last detent position to turn on the interior lighting.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, the dimming is programmable through theUconnect® system. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings ” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
in the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
Ambient Light Dimmer
• Rotate the ambient light control up or down to increase or decrease the brightness of therelease handle, map pocket (if equipped), overhead and floor lighting when the parking lights
or headlights are on.
• Rotate to extreme bottom position to turn off.
SPEED CONTROL
• The Speed Control switches are located on the steering wheel.
Cruise ON/OFF
• Push the ON/OFF button to activate theSpeed Control.
CRUISE READY
will appear on the instru-
ment cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on.
• Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system off.
SET
•With the Speed Control on, push and release
the SET – button to set a desired speed.
Accel/Decel
To Increase Speed
•
When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can increase speed by pushing the RES+ button.
The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric
(km/h):
U.S. Speed (mph)
• Pressing the RES +button once will result in a 1 mph increase in set speed. Each subsequent
tap of the button results in an increase of 1 mph.
• If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
Metric Speed (km/h)
• Pressing the RES +button once will result in a 2 km/h increase in set speed. Each subsequent
tap of the button results in an increase of 2 km/h.
• If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
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