child seat CHRYSLER 300 2018 Owner's Guide

Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):
Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in
vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a
lap/shoulder belt.
WARNING!
•Improper installation or failure to properly secure a
child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The
child could be badly injured or killed.
• Follow the child restraint manufacturer ’s directions
exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the
seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. If
the rear seat can be moved forward and rearward in the
vehicle, you may wish to move it to its rear-most
position to make room for the child seat. You may also
move the front seat forward to allow more room for the
child seat.
2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint. Do
not twist the belt webbing in the belt path. 3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a
“click.”
4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat.
5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing
out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract
back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you will
hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is now in
the Automatic Locking mode.
6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is locked, you should not be able to pull out any webbing.
If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5.
7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint while you push the
child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle
seat.
8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the
tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether
strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using
the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to attach a
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9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pullingback and forth on the child seat at the belt path. It
should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any
direction.
Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the
belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether
Anchorage:
WARNING!
Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat to
any location in front of the car seat, including the seat
frame or a tether anchorage. Only attach the tether
strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether anchorage
that is approved for that seating position, located
behind the top of the vehicle seat. See the section
“Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
Restraint System” for the location of approved tether
anchorages in your vehicle.
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1. Look behind the seating position where you plan toinstall the child restraint to find the tether anchorage.
You may need to move the seat forward to provide
better access to the tether anchorage. If there is no top
tether anchorage for that seating position, move the
child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is
available.
2. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child re-
straint.
3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your
vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints,
raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the
tether strap under the head restraint and between the
two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and
pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the
head restraint. 4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the
top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram.
5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer ’s instructions.
Tether Strap Mounting
1 — Cover A — Tether Strap Hook
3 — Attaching Strap B — Tether Anchor
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WARNING!
•An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly be-
hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack
in the strap.
Center Tether Attachment
1. Lower the adjustable center head restraint to the full down position.
2. Route the tether strap over the seatback and head restraint.
3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the center tether anchorage located in the panel between the
rear seatback and the rear window.
4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer ’s instructions.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a
collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or
pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode, remove the
key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in a
vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in
a location accessible to children), and do not leave
the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go) in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
Automatic Transmission
The gear selector must be in the PARK position before you
can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into
any driving gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:
• Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL,
or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is
firmly pressing the brake pedal.
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Brightness, Interior Lights.....................70
Bulb Replacement ......................... .304
Bulbs, Light .......................... .212, 304
Camera, Rear ............................ .277
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .412
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ........................ .346, 352
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................365
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................209, 409
Cargo Vehicle Loading ......................... .281
Cargo Area Cover ...........................93
Cargo Compartment .........................93
Car Washes .............................. .397
Cellular Phone ........................... .447
Certification Label ......................... .281
Chains, Tire ............................. .392
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .371
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .373
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .137
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............208
Checks, Safety ............................ .208
Child Restraint ........................... .191Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................... .195
Child Seat Installation .....................205
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........202
Infant And Child Restraints .................193
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......197
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........194
Seating Positions ........................ .196
Child Safety Locks ..........................39
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .406
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .391
Climate Control ............................75
Automatic ..............................75
Coin Holder ............................. .103
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .220
Compact

Disc (CD) Maintenance ................464
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .389
Console, Floor ............................ .103
Contract, Service .......................... .468
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............365
Cooling System ........................... .362
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................364
Coolant Capacity ........................ .412
Coolant Level ....................... .363, 366
474 INDEX

Disposal Of Used Coolant..................366
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................363
Inspection ............................. .366
Points To Remember ..................... .366
Pressure Cap ........................... .365
Radiator Cap .......................... .365
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......363, 412, 413
Corrosion Protection ....................... .396
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ..............236, 239
Cruise Light .......................... .134, 135
Cupholders .............................. .105
Customer Assistance ....................... .466
Cybersecurity ............................ .420
Daytime Running Lights ......................63
Dealer Service ............................ .350
Deck Lid Power Release ...........................91
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .210
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....................72
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................136
Dimmer Switch Headlight ...............................63
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .348Disable Vehicle Towing
..................... .336
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................366
Disturb ................................. .460
Door Ajar ............................... .127
Door Ajar Light ........................... .127
Door Locks Automatic ..............................39
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .......39
Doors ....................................34
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt ........................41
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .293
E-85 Fuel ............................... .410
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .109
Electric Brake Control System ..................141
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................140
Electr

onic Roll Mitigation ...............142, 149
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................59
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .......310
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........237
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............143
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........127
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INDEX 475

Map Reading............................68
Park .............................. .65, 135
Passing ................................64
Reading ................................68
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .128
Security Alarm ......................... .129
Service ............................... .304
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..........131, 160
Traction Control ........................ .146
Turn Signals ....................63, 67, 135, 212
Vanity Mirror ............................61
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . .128, 135
Loading Vehicle ....................... .281, 282
Capacities ............................. .282
Tires................................. .377
Load Leveling System ........................96
Load Shed Battery Saver On ...................123
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction .............123
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor .............123
Locks Automatic Door ..........................39
Auto Unlock .............................39
Child Protection ..........................39
Power Door .............................34
Low Tire Pressure System .....................160 Lubrication, Body
......................... .357
Lug Nuts ............................... .404
Maintenance Free Battery .....................349
Maintenance Schedule ....................341, 342
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .129, 137
Manual Park Release ....................... .332
Manual, Service ........................... .470
Media Hub .............................. .447
Memory Feature (Memory Seats) ................41
Memory Seat ..............................41
Memory Seats And Radio .....................41
Methanol ............................... .407
Mirrors ..................................57
Electric Powered ..........................59
Electric Remote ...........................59
Heated .................................61
Outside ................................

58
Rearview ........................... .57, 298
Vanity .................................61
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................160
Mopar Parts ............................. .469
480 INDEX

Steering.............................. .235
Sunroof ................................86
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............55
Windows ...............................83
Power Seats Forward ................................42
Power Lumbar ...........................43
Rearward ...............................42
Recline .................................42
Power Steering Fluid ....................... .413
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................175
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .323
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .175
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .383
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............365
Radio Frequency General Information ................24, 30, 32, 39
Radio Operation .......................... .447
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................73
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .370
Rear Camera ............................. .277
Rear Cross Path ........................... .155
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .260Rear Seat, Folding
...........................50
Rear Wheel Drive Towing ............................... .338
Recreational Towing ........................ .292
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .406
Refrigerant .............................. .354
Release, Hood ..............................90
Reminder, Lights On .........................66
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .168
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ..........................32
Panic Alarm .............................20
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........23, 31
Unlatch The Trunk ........................20
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................29
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features ......30
Uconnect Settings .........................30
Remote Trunk Release ........................91
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .304
Replacement

Keys ....................... .23, 31
Replacement Tires ......................... .386
Reporting Safety Defects .....................469
Restraint, Head ......................... .51, 52
Restraints, Child .......................... .191
482 INDEX

Restraints, Head............................51
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...................334
Rotation, Tires ............................ .393
RWD Towing ............................... .338
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................210
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................212
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................469
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .209
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .371
Safety Tips .............................. .208
Schedule, Maintenance ...................341, 342
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......173
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........176
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................171
Seat Belt Reminder ........................ .128
Seat Belts ............................ .167, 210
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................173
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........173
Child Restraints ........................ .191
Energy Management Feature ................175
Extender .............................. .174
Front Seat ...................... .167, 169, 171Inspection
............................. .210
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .169
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............173
Operating Instructions .....................171
Pregnant Women ........................ .175
Pretensioners .......................... .175
Rear Seat ............................. .169
Reminder ............................. .168
Seat Belt Extender ....................... .174
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................175
Untwisting Procedure .....................173
Seat Belts Maintenance ...................... .398
Seats .............................. .41,

42, 47
Adjustment .......................... .41, 42
Easy Entry ..............................46
Head Restraints ....................... .51, 52
Heated .................................47
Height Adjustment ........................41
Power .................................41
Rear Folding ......................... .41, 50
Seatback Release ..........................50
Tilting .................................41
Vented .................................49
Ventilated ...............................49
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INDEX 483