power steering CHRYSLER 300 2015 2.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC . . . . . . . 2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT...............4INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...........6
GETTING STARTED
KEY FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8REMOTE START...............10KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™..........10VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM . .......14SEAT BELT SYSTEMS.............14SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)—AIRBAGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15CHILD RESTRAINTS.............18HEAD RESTRAINTS..............22FRONT SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24REAR SEAT...................27HEATED SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27HEATED AND COOLED CUPHOLDERS...28ADJUSTABLE PEDALS............29TILT/TELESCOPING STEERINGCOLUMN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-INRECOMMENDATIONS............31TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAMLEVER.....................32HEADLIGHT SWITCH............33ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL.....35ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) . . . 37LANESENSE..................42PA R K V I E W ® R E A R B AC K- U P C A M E R A . . 4 2EIGHT-SPEED AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION................43AUTOSTICK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS(ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46BLIND SPOT MONITORING........48POWER SUNROOF..............49WIND BUFFETING..............51
ELECTRONICS
YO U R V E H I C L E ' S S O U N D SYS T E M....52IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO........54Uconnect® ACCESS..............55Uconnect® 8.4A.................71Uconnect® 8.4AN...............94Uconnect® PHONE ..............109STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS...118SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK.....118DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID). . 119PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES.......120UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER(HomeLink®)..................121
POWER OUTLETS.............123
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUMTRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS).......124RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.)...........125
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE..........126INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGLIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATORLIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS......132JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING.....132BATTERY LOCATION............139JUMP-STARTING..............139MANUAL PARK RELEASE..........141TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE.....142FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE.......143EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).....144
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD . . .........145ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L.....146ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L.....148FLUID CAPACITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINEPA RTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 5 0MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES . . . . . . 152MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . .....152FUSES.....................157TIRE PRESSURES...............161SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . 162FUEL DOOR RELEASE ...........164WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE.....165REPLACEMENT BULBS...........166
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
FCA US LLC CUSTOMER CENTER . . . . 167FCA CANADA INC. CUSTOMERCENTER...................167PUBLICATIONS ORDERING........167ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARINGIMPAIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THEUNITED STATES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BYMOPAR® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS....170
INDEX................... 171
TA B L E O F CO N T E N TS

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. Place the ignition in the ON position.
2. Adjust all memory profile settings.
3. Push and release the S (SET) button.
4. Push 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
Yo u r I n s t r u m e n t P a n e l ” i n t h e O w n e r ' s M a n u a l o n t h e D V D f o r f u r t h e r d e t a i l s .
• To program a Key Fob to the memory position:
1. Place the ignition in the OFF position.
2. Select the desired memory profile 1 or 2.
3. Push and release the S (SET) button on the memory switch, then within five seconds push
and release the 1 or 2 button accordingly.
4. Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter within 10 seconds.
•Torecallthesavedpositions,push1or2onthememoryswitchorpushUNLOCKonthe
programmed RKE transmitter.
Easy Entry/Exit Feature
The memory seat has an Easy Entry/Exit feature. This feature provides automatic driver seat
positioning 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.
For further details refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the
Owner's Manual on the DVD.
Driver’s Memory Buttons
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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 col-
umn.
• To unlock the steering column, push the
lever downward (toward the floor).
•Totiltthesteeringcolumn,movethesteer-
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.
•Totiltthesteeringcolumn,movethepower
tilt/telescoping control up or down as de-
sired.
• 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.•Movingthesteeringcolumnwhilethevehicleismovingisdangerous.Withoutastable
steering column, you could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Adjust the
column only while the vehicle is stopped.
Ti l t / Te l e s c o p i n g Le v e r
Power Tilt/Telescoping Control
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3. The Uconnect® Voice Command and Uconnect® Phone buttons are located on the left side of
your steering wheel. These buttons let you use your voice to give commands, make phone
calls, send and receive text messages hands-free, enter navigation destinations, and control
your radio and media devices.
Included Trial Period For New Vehicles
Yo u r n e w v e h i c l e m a y c o m e w i t h a n i n c l u d e d t r i a l p e r i o d f o r u s e o f t h e U c o n n e c t ® A c c e s s
Services starting at the date of vehicle purchase (date based on vehicle sales notification from
your dealer).To a c t i v a t e t h e t r i a l , y o u m u s t f i r s t r e g i s t e r w i t h U c o n n e c t ® A c c e s s. After the
trial period, if you wish to continue your Uconnect® Access Services you can choose to purchase
a subscription.
Features And Packages
•Afterthetrialperiod,youcansubscribetocontinueyourservicebyvisitingtheUconnect®
Store located within the Mopar Owner Connect website moparownerconnect.com. If you
need assistance, U.S. residents can call Uconnect® Care at 1-855-792-4241 .
•Forthelatestinformationonpackagesandpricinginformation:U.S.residentsvisit
DriveUconnect.com.
Uconnect® Access Registration (Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN, U.S. 48
Contiguous States, Alaska And Hawaii)
To u n l o c k t h e f u l l p o t e n t i a l o f U c o n n e c t ® A c c e s s i n y o u r v e h i c l e , y o u f i r s t n e e d t o r e g i s t e r w i t h
Uconnect® Access.
1. From the parked vehicle with the radio touchscreen powered on, select the “Apps” button
located near the bottom right-hand corner of the radio touchscreen.
NOTE:
Should you require assistance anytime during the registration process, simply call Uconnect®
Care at 1-855-792-4241 .
2. Press “Start” on the reminder screen or select “Uconnect Registration” under the “All Apps” or
“Favorites Apps” tab on the Apps list.
3. The Uconnect® Access Registration App will open and display step-by-step instructions to
start your registration.
4. Enter your email address into the radio touchscreen.
5. A message will display on the touchscreen indicating your email submission was accepted. In
afewminutes,youwillreceiveanemailwhichwillallowyoutoregisteryourvehiclefor
Uconnect® Access. You should open this email and begin your Uconnect® Access registration
within 72 hours.
6. Check for an email from Uconnect® Access that contains your personalized registration link.
If you don't see it, check your spam or junk mail folder. Open the email and click on the link to
continue registering.
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4.Yelp®—Customershavetheabilitytosearchfornearbydestinationsorapointofinterest
(POI) either by category or custom search by using keywords (for example, “Italian restau-
rant”). Searching can be done by either voice or by using the touchscreen keypad. Using the
touchscreen, launch Yelp® by selecting the “Apps” icon, press the “All Apps” tab, and then
press “Yelp.” Using voice recognition, push the Voice Command (VR) button on the steering
wheel and say “Launch Yelp®.”
5.Security Alarm Notification—TheSecurityAlarmNotificationfeaturenotifiesyouviaemail
or text (SMS) message when the vehicle’s factory-installed security alarm system has been
set-off. There are a number of reasons why your alarm may have been triggered, one of which
could be that your vehicle was stolen. If so, please see the details of the Stolen Vehicle
Assistance service below. When you register, Security Alarm Notification is automatically set
to send you an email at the mail address you provide should the alarm go off. You may also opt
to have a text message sent to your mobile device.
6.Stolen Vehicle Assistance—Ifyourvehicleisstolen,contactlocallawenforcementimme-
diately to file a stolen vehicle report. Once this report has been filed, Uconnect® care can help
locate your vehicle. The Uconnect® Care agent will ask for the stolen vehicle report number
issued by local law enforcement. Then, using GPS technology and the built-in wireless
connection within your vehicle, the Uconnect® Care agent will be able to locate the stolen
vehicle and work with law enforcement to help recover it. (Vehicle must be within the United
States, have network coverage and must be registered with Uconnect® Access with an active
subscription that includes the applicable feature).
7.WiFi Hotspot—WiFiHotspotison-demandWiFi3Gconnectivitythat'sbuilt-inandready
to go whenever you are. Once your vehicle is registered for Uconnect® Access, you can
purchase a Wifi Hotspot subscription at the Uconnect® Store. After you've made your
purchase, turn on your signal and connect your passengers devices. It's never been easier to
bring your home or office with you.
NOTE:
Yo u r v e h i c l e m u s t h a v e a w o r k i n g e l e c t r i c a l s y s t e m f o r a n y o f t h e i n v e h i c l e U c o n n e c t ® f e a t u r e s t o
operate.
Uconnect® Access Remote Features
If you own a compatible iPhone® or Android® powered device, the Uconnect® Access App allows
you to remotely lock or unlock your doors, start your engine or activate your horn and lights from
virtually anywhere (Vehicle must be within the United States and have network coverage). You
can download the App from Mopar Owner Connect or from the App Store (iPhone) or Google
Play store. Visit UconnectPhone.com to determine if your device is compatible. For Uconnect®
Phone customer support and to determine if your device is compatible.
U.S. residents - visit UconnectPhone.com or call 1-877-855-8400
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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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FUSES
Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment. This module
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.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1––Fuse – Spare
2 40 Amp Green–Radiator Fan #1 – If Equipped
3 50 Amp Red–Power Steering #1 / Radiator Fan(6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped
4 30 Amp Pink–Starter
5 40 Amp Green–Electronic Stability Control
6 30 Amp Pink–Electronic Stability Control
7––Fuse – Spare
8 20 Amp Blue–Police Ignition Run / ACC # 2
9–20 Amp Yellow All-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped
10–10 Amp Red Security – If Equipped / Under hoodLamp – Police
11–20 Amp YellowHorns
12–10 Amp RedAir Conditioning Clutch
13––Fuse – Spare
14––Fuse – Spare
15–20 Amp YellowLeft HID – If Equipped
16–20 Amp Yellow Right HID – If Equipped
18 50 Amp Red–Radiator Fan #2 – If Equipped
19 50 Amp Red–Power Steering #2 / Radiator Fan(6.2L Supercharged)
20 30 Amp Pink–Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp Pink– Headlamp Washers – If Equipped / Po-lice Feed
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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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Cavity Cartridge FuseMini-FuseDescription
33—15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/RF hubModule/Steering ColumnLock-LX If Equipped
34—10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/Clock/Spare – Police
35—5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor
36—15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve –If Equipped
37—20 Amp Yellow Radio
38
—15 Amp Blue – LD/LX20 Amp Yellow – LAConsole Power Outlet/Console Media Hub (LD/LX)Power Outlet Inside ArmRest/Console Media Hub(LA)
40——Fuse — Spare
41——Fuse — Spare
4230 Amp Pink—Rear Defrost
43—20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seats/Steering Wheel Module
44—10 Amp Red Park Assist / Blind Spot /Rear View Camera
45—15 Amp Blue Cluster / Rearview Mirror/Compass(LDLX)/Humidity Sensor
46——Fuse — Spare
47
—10 Amp Red Adaptive Front Lighting /Auto High BEAM / DayTi m e R u n n i n g L a m p s- IfEquipped
48—20 Amp Yellow Active Suspension – SRT
49——Fuse — Spare
50——Fuse — Spare
51—20 Amp YellowFront Heated Seats – IfEquipped
52—10 Amp RedHeated Cupholders/RearHeated Seat Switches – IfEquipped
53—10 Amp RedHVAC Module/In CarTemperature Sensor
54—10 Amp Red Airbag Module (LA)
55——Fuse — Spare
56——Fuse — Spare
57——Fuse — Spare
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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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