maintenance schedule CHRYSLER 300 2014 2.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC..2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT...............4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...........6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB ....................8
REMOTE START...............10
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ ..........10
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ........13
SEATBELT ...................14
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS .........14
CHILD RESTRAINTS .............15
FRONTSEATS ................18
REAR SEAT ...................21
HEATEDSEATS ................21
HEATED AND COOLED CUPHOLDERS..22ADJUSTABLE PEDALS............23TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN..24
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ............25
TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH
BEAM LEVER . ................26
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............27
SPEED CONTROL ..............28
ELECTRONIC SHIFTER — 3.6L ENGINE . . 32
TRANSMISSION MODES/AUTOSTICK® . . 33
CLIMATE CONTROLS ............35
BLIND SPOT MONITORING ........36
POWER SUNROOF ..............37
WIND BUFFETING ..............39
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ....40
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO ........42
Uconnect® 8.4 & 8.4N AT A GLANCE ....42
RADIO .....................44
SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO .........45
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS...47
SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK .....47
iPod®/CD/AUX CONTROLS .........48
GARMIN® NAVIGATION (8.4N Only) ....48
SiriusXM TRAVEL LINK (8.4N ONLY) . . . . 52
PLAYING iPod/USB/MP3 DEVICES .....53
Uconnect® PHONE
(Bluetooth® HANDS FREE CALLING) ....54
Uconnect® VOICE COMMAND
(8.4&8.4NONLY) ...............58
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ................61
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......62UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink®)
..................62
POWER OUTLETS ..............65
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM
TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) . ......66
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) . . ..........66
SRT
AUTOSTICK® .................67
ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING
SYSTEM....................68
SRT PERFORMANCE FEATURES .....69
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES ......71
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE..........72
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS .....................72
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .......76
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .....76
TIREFIT KIT ..................82
BATTERY LOCATION ............88
JUMP-STARTING ...............88
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE — 5 SPEED
TRANSMISSION ...............90
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE . . ....92
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........93
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......94
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD . . .........95
FUEL DOOR RELEASE . . .........96
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .........98
FLUIDSANDCAPACITIES .........101
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .......104
FUSES .....................112
TIRE PRESSURES ...............117
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE . ....118
EXTERIOR BULBS ..............118
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
CUSTOMER CENTER ............119
CHRYSLER CANADA INC.
CUSTOMER CENTER ............119
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ........119
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ...................119
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THEUNITEDSTATES ............120
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®. . 121
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ....122
INDEX................... 123
TABLE OF CONTENTS

CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different
and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the
cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant
(conforming to MS-12106), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use
additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the
radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
•
This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant
(antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
E-85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — (3.6L ENGINE ONLY)
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator
system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This
means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips,
trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence when
the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions
can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset.
Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required”
will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is
necessary.
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.
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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 “Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for
further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever comes first.
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 ofirregular 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 off-road conditions
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SRT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages
specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability.
More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions, such as
dusty areas and very short trip driving. Inspection and service should also be done anytime a
malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be
displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means
that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the
next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:
• The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Changeyour vehicle's oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, even if the oil change
indicator message is NOT illuminated.
• Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
• Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, whichever comes first.
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 “Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for
further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
• Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
Once A Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
• Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering, and add as needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
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SRT 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 XXXXX X X X X X X
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXX X X X X X X
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. XX X X
X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X X XXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X XXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X X X 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. XX X X X X
Replace the engine air cleaner. XX
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X XXXNOTE:
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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Flat Tire Changing.............76
Fluid Capacities ............. .101
Fluids ...................101
FogLights.................27
Folding Rear Seat .............21
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........93
Fuel Filler Door Emergency Release ....96
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .........96
Specifications ............ .101
Fuse................... .112
Fuses .................. .112
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....62
Headlights Automatic ...............27
Dimmer Switch ............27
HighBeam ..............27
Heated Mirrors ..............36
Heated Seats ................21
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .................27
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ....62
Hood Release ...............95
Identifying Your Radio ...........42
Instrument Cluster Indicators ................7
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights .....6
Interior and Instrument Lights ........5
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....26
Introduction .................2
Jacking Instructions ............79
Jack Location ...............76
Jack Operation ..............79
Jump Starting ...............88
KeyFob...................8 LockTheDoors.............8
Unlock The Doors ............8
Keyless Enter-N-Go ............10
Lock/Unlock ............10, 11
Starting/Stopping ...........12
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ........8Lane Change Assist
............26
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ................16
Lights Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .72
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) ..............6
Locks Door ..................8
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)................16
Maintenance Record .........108, 111
Maintenance Schedule .....104,109,110
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .............74
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . .24
Memory Seat ...............19
Mirrors H
eated ................36
MOPAR® Accessories ...........121
Navigation Voice Commands .......60
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume .....59
New Vehicle Break-In Period ........25
Oil Change Indicator ...........75
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ........75
Oil, Engine Capacity ...............101
Oil Pressure Light .............74
Outlet Power .................65
Overheating, Engine ............76
Panic Alarm .................8
Pedals, Adjustable .............23
Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . .117
Power Glass Sunroof .............37
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet). . .65
Seats ..................18
Steering .............. .101
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . .24
Preparation for Jacking ..........78
Programmable Electronic Features . . .62, 69
INDEX
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Radio...................44
Rain Sensitive Wiper System........26
RearCrossPath..............36
Rear Heated Seats .............22
Rear Seat, Folding .............21
Recreational Towing ............66
Remote Control Trunk Release ..............8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Lock The Doors .............8
Unlock The Doors ............8
Remote Starting Enter Remote Start Mode .......10
Exit Remote Start Mode ........10
How To Use Remote Start .......10
KeyFob ................10
Remote Starting System ........10
Remote Starting System ..........10
Replacement Bulbs ............118
Reporting Safety Defects .........120
Schedule, Maintenance .......104,109
Seat Belt
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR). . .14
Child Restraints ...........14,15
Energy Management Feature ......14
Engage The Automatic Locking
Mode .................17
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...........14
Seat Belt Pretensioner .........14
SeatBeltReminder...........14
Seats ....................18
Adjustment ..............20
Heated .................21
LumbarSupport ............19
Power .................18
Security Alarm Security Alarm .............13
Setting the Clock .............47
Shift Lever Override ............90
Signals, Turn ................26
SpareTire.................76
SparkPlugs............... .101
Speed Control Accel/Decel ..............28
Mode Setting (ACC Only) ......30Resume
................30
Set ..................28
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......28
Sport Mode ................75
Sport Suspension Indicator .........75
SRT Performance Features ........69
Starting Remote ................10
Steering TiltColumn ..............24
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......47
SunRoof..................37
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag. . .14
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .......17
Tilt Steering Column ............24
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Manual ................24
TIREFIT ..................82
Ti re s Air Pressure ............. .117
Changing .............76, 79
Flat Changing .............76
Jacking ............. .78, 79
SpareTire ...............76
Towing...................66 Disabled Vehicle ............92
Recreational ..............66
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . .66
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight .......66
Trailer Weight ...............66
Transmission Fluid .................101
Turn Signals ................26
Uconnect® Voice Command ........58
VoiceCommand..............58
Washers, Windshield ............26
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .......118
Wind Buffeting ..............39
Windshield Washers ............26
Windshield Wipers .............26
INDEX
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