fog light CHRYSLER 300 2015 2.G User Guide
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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.
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 the
instrument panel to the left of the steering
wheel, to the first detent from the off posi-
tion for parking lightand to the sec-
ond detent for headlight.
•Withtheparkinglightsorlowbeamhead-
lights on, push the headlight switch for fog
lights. Pushing 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.
•WhensettoAUTO,thesystemautomati-
cally turns the headlights on or off based on
ambient light levels.
Light Control Switches
1 — Auto2 — Push For Fog Lights3 — Rotate Headlight Switch4 — Rotate Dimmer5 — Rotate Ambient Light Control
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling performance.
• Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the prior settings. The button on the
touchscreen illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings.
Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the prior settings and the
MAX A/C indicator will turn off.
SYNC Temperature Button
•Pressthe“SYNC”buttononcetocontroldriverandpassengertemperaturessimultaneously.
• Press the “SYNC” button a second time to control the temperatures individually.
Air Recirculation
• Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the Recirculation button off.
• If the Recirculation button is pushed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash
three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically. The Recirculation button
will be greyed out in these conditions.
Heated Mirrors
The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear
window defroster.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar-based sensors, located inside the rear
bumper fascia, to detect Highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles etc.) that
enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system warning light, located in the outside mirrors, will
illuminate if a vehicle moves into a blind spot zone.
The BSM system can also be configured to sound an audible (chime) alert and mute the radio to
notify you of objects that have entered the detection zones.
Refer to “Blind Spot Monitoring” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” in your
Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS
–TurnSignalIndicator
The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is operated. A tone
will chime, and a DID message will appear if either turn signal is left on for more than 1 mile
(1.6 km).
NOTE:
If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
–HighBeamIndicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
–FrontFogLightIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
–VehicleSecurityLight
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming.
The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set. The security light will also
come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
Electronic Speed Control Set
Indicates that the Electronic Speed Control has been set.
-AdaptiveCruiseControl(ACC)ONIndicator
•Ifyourvehicleisequippedwithadaptivecruisecontrol,thecontrolsoperateexactlythesame
as the normal (fixed speed) cruise control with one difference. You can set a specified distance
you would like to maintain between you and the vehicle in front of you.
• If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC will apply limited braking or acceleration
automatically to maintain a preset following distance, while matching the speed of the vehicle
ahead.
•Ifthesensordoesnotdetectavehicleaheadofyou,ACCwillmaintainafixedsetspeed.
•Referto“SpeedControl”in“OperatingYourVehicle”forfurtherinformationonAdaptive
Cruise Control (ACC) ON operation and proper use.
NOTE:
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control
while traveling on highways and major roadways. However, it is not a safety system and not
designed to prevent collisions.
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REPLACEMENT BULBS
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs arenot approved and should not be used for replacement.
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading LampsW5W
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp562
Overhead Console Reading Lamps578
Visor Vanity LampsA6220
Glove Box Lamp – If Equipped194
Door Courtesy562
Shift Indicator LampJKLE14140
Optional Door Map Pocket/CupholderLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for replacement instructions.
Exterior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Halogen Headlamp)HIR2LL
Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon Headlamp) D3S (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Turn Signal LampPSY24WSV
Front Park LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Daytime Running LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Fog Lamp – If EquippedLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Sidemarker LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Tail/Stop/Turn LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Sidemarker LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Backup LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
LicenseLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Fog Lamp – If EquippedLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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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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