brake CHRYSLER 300 2015 2.G Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Maintenance
Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable supplement on
the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r
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).
The “Oil Change Required” message will be displayed in the DID 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 “Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or “Driver Information Dispay (DID)” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for further infor-
mation.
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 4,000 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:
•Checkengineoillevel
•Checkwindshieldwasherfluidlevel
• 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.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,brakemastercylinder,andpowersteering(if
equipped) and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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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 nextscheduled service
•Inspectbatteryandcleanandtightenterminalsasrequired
•Inspectbrakepads,shoes,rotors,drums,hosesandparkbrake
•Inspectenginecoolingsystemprotectionandhoses
•Inspectexhaustsystem
•Inspectengineaircleanerifusingindustyoroff-roadconditions
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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
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 InspectionsInspect the CV joints. X X X X XInspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if neces-sary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel DriveOnly).
XX X X
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary.
XXX
X
X
X
X
Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. X X X
X
X
X
X
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only).
X
X
X
Additional MaintenanceReplace engine air filter.
X
X
X
X
X
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter.
XXX
X
X
X
X
Replace spark plugs.**
X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles(240,000 km) whichever comes first.
XX
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
22 40 Amp Green /20 Amp Blue –Police
–Engine Cooling Pump (6.2L Super-charged) / Police Bat Feed#3–IfEquipped
23 20 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed # 1 – If Equipped
24 20 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed#3–IfEquipped
28––Fuse – Spare
29–15 Amp Blue Transmission Control Module (LA/LDPolice)
30––Fuse – Spare
31–25 Amp ClearEngine Module
32––Fuse – Spare
33––Fuse – Spare
34–25 Amp ClearPowertrain #1
35–20 Amp YellowPowertrain #2
36–10 Amp RedAnti-Lock Brake Module
37–10 Amp Red Engine Controller/Rad Fan Relays – IfEquipped
38–10 Amp RedAirbag Module
39–10 Amp Red Power Steering Module/AC Clutch Re-lay
48–10 Amp Red AWD Module/Front Axle Disconnect(LX) / Adaptive Cruise (LA) – IfEquipped
49––Fuse – Spare
50––Fuse – Spare
51–20 Amp YellowVacuum Pump
52–5AmpTan AdaptiveCruise(LD/LX)–IfEquipped
53––Fuse – Spare
Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel.
This center contains fuses and relays.
CAUTION!
•Wheninstallingthepowerdistributioncentercover,itisimportanttoensurethecoveris
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the
power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct
amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a
dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
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Access
Uconnect...............55
Access, Uconnect.............55
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise
Control)................37
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . .152
Adding Washer Fluid...........152
Adjustable Pedals.............29Air BagAdvanced Front Air Bag........15Advance Front Air Bag.........15Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Air Bag Warning Light.........15Driver Knee Air Bag . . . . . . . . . .17Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Passenger Knee Air Bag........17Rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Side Impacts..............15Air Bag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..129Air Bag, Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air CleanerFilter).................152Air Conditioner Maintenance.......152Air Conditioning............46, 47Air Conditioning Refrigerant.......152Air Conditioning System.........152AlarmVehicle Security Alarm.........14Alarm (Security Alarm)........14, 130Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).....150, 152Disposal................152Anti-Lock Warning Light.........129APPUconnect Access............57Appearance Care.............152Arming System (Security Alarm)......14Assistance Towing.............126Automatic Headlights...........33Automatic High Beams..........34Automatic Oil Change Indicator.....131Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . .46Automatic Transmission..........43Adding Fluid.............151Fluid Type..............151Axle Fluid.................151Axle Lubrication..............151
Back-Up Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Battery..................152
Blind Spot Monitoring...........48
Body Mechanism Lubrication.......152
Brake Fluid................151
Brakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..152
BrakeSystem...............152
Fluid Check..............151
Master Cylinder...........152Warning Light............128Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle. .31Bulb Replacement............166Bulbs, Light................166
Calibration, Compass...........119Capacities, Fluid.............150Caps, FillerOil (Engine).............152Car Washes................152Changing A Flat Tire...........132Charging System Light..........129Child Restraint...............18Child RestraintsCar Seat................18Child Restraints............18Child Tether Anchorage Locations . . .21Lower Anchors And Tethers ForChildren................18CleaningWheels................152Windshield Wiper Blades.......152Climate Control..............46Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..118Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAnti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light.....129Brake Warning Light..........128Charging System Light........129Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indica-tor Light...............129Engine Temperature Warning Light . .127Front Fog Light Indicator.......130High Beam Indicator.........130Oil Pressure Warning Light......129Ti re Pre s s u re M o n i t o r i n g S y s t e m ( T P M S )Light.................126Turn Signal Indicator.........130Vehicle Security Light.........130Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..152Clutch Fluid................152
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Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . ..162
Compass Calibration...........119
Cooling System..............152
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).....152
Coolant Capacity...........150
Coolant Level.............152
Disposal Of Used Coolant......152
Drain, Flush, And Refill........152
Inspection..............152Points To Remember.........152Pressure Cap.............152Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . .150,152Corrosion Protection...........152Cruise Control (Speed Control)......35Cruise Light................35CupholdersHeated/Cooled (Beverage Holder) . .28Customer Assistance...........167Customer Programmable Features. . . .120
Defects, Reporting............168Dimmer Control..............34Dimmer Switch, Headlight.........34Disabled Vehicle Towing.......126, 142Disarming, Security System........14DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant).....152Door Locks.................8
E-85 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..151Electronic Power Distribution Center(Fuses)................157ElectronicsYo u r Ve h i c l e ' s S o u n d S y s t e m.....52
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control). .35Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . .126Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFFIndicator..............129, 131Electronic Throttle Control WarningLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..129Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..119Emergency, In Case OfJacking................132Overheating.............132To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . ..126, 142Emergency Key...............9
Engine
Air Cleaner..............152
Break-In Recommendations......31
Checking Oil Level..........152
Compartment..........146, 148
Coolant (Antifreeze).........150
Cooling................152
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..150, 152
Oil Change Interval..........131Oil Filler Cap.............152Oil Selection...........150, 152Overheating.............132Starting................12Stopping................12Temperature Warning Light......127Ethanol..................151Exhaust System..............152
FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..170FiltersAir Cleaner..............152Engine Oil............150, 152Engine Oil Disposal..........152FlashersTurn Signal..............130Flat Tire Changing............132Flexible Fuel Vehicles...........151Fluid, Brake................151Fluid Capacities..............150Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts . . .150Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..33, 130Folding Rear Seat.............27Forward Collision Warning.........40Freeing A Stuck Vehicle..........143Frequently Asked Questions.......170FuelEthanol................151Filler Door Emergency Release. . . .164Filler Door (Gas Cap)........164Octane Rating............150Specifications.............150Ta n k C a p a c i t y............150Fuel, Flexible...............151Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..157Fuses...................157
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . . .121General Maintenance...........152
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Glass Cleaning..............152
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect)......109HeadlightsAutomatic...............33Cleaning...............152Dimmer Switch............34High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Head Restraints..............22Head Rests.................22Heated Mirrors..............48Heated Seats................27High Beam Indicator...........130High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)Switch.................33HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) . . . .121Hood Release...............145
Identifying Your Radio...........54Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights . . . .130Instrument Panel Cover..........152Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning......152Interior And Instrument Lights.......5Interior Appearance Care.........152Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)....32Introduction.................2In Vehicle FeaturesUconnect Access............61iPod/USB/MP3 ControlBluetooth Streaming Audio......109
Jacking Instructions............135Jack Location...............132Jack Operation..............135Jump Starting...............139
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Lock The Doors.............8Unlock The Doors............8Keyless Enter-N-Go............10Lock The Vehicle’s Doors........8Lock/Unlock............10, 11Starting/Stopping...........12
Lane Change Assist............32LaneSense.................42Lap/Shoulder Belts.............14
LATCH (Lower Anchors And Tether For
CHildren)................19
Light Bulbs................166
Lights
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..130
High Beam Indicator.........130
SecurityAlarm............130
Service................166Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . .126LocksDoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Lubrication, Body.............152
Maintenance Free Battery.........152Maintenance, General...........152Maintenance Procedures.........152Maintenance Record...........156Maintenance Schedule..........152Malfunction Indicator Light (CheckEngine)................128ManualTilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . .30Master Cylinder (Brakes).........152Memory Seat...............25MirrorsHeated................48MOPAR Accessories...........169
Navigation..............79, 103New Vehicle Break-In Period........31
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)......150Oil Change Indicator...........131Oil Change Indicator, Reset........131Oil, Engine..............150, 152Capacity...............150Change Interval.........131, 152Checking...............152Disposal...............152Filter...............150, 152Filter Disposal............152Materials Added To..........152Recommendation........150, 152Viscosity.............150, 152Oil Filter, Selection............152Oil Pressure Light.............129OutletPower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..123
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