power steering CHRYSLER 300 2020 Owners Manual

2
INTRODUCTION
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .................................. 9
Essential Information .................................... 9
Symbols .......................................................... 9
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ................................. 9
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ........... 9
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
VEHICLE USER GUIDE — IF EQUIPPED ...............10
KEYS ......................................................................11
Key Fob......................................................... 11
IGNITION SWITCH .................................................16
Keyless Push Button Ignition ...................... 16
Vehicle On Message ................................... 17
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .........................18
How To Use Remote Start — If Equipped ... 18
Remote Start Abort Message On The
Instrument Cluster Display — If Equipped .. 19 To Enter Remote Start Mode ...................... 19
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without
Driving The Vehicle ..................................... 19 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive
The Vehicle ................................................... 19 Remote Start Comfort Systems —
If Equipped ................................................... 20 General Information .................................... 20 SENTRY KEY.......................................................... 21
Key Programming ....................................... 21
Replacement Keys....................................... 21
General Information .................................... 22
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED .... 22
To Arm The System ...................................... 22
To Disarm The System ................................ 23
Rearming Of The System............................. 23
Tamper Alert................................................. 23
DOORS .................................................................. 23
Manual Door Locks...................................... 23
Power Door Locks ....................................... 24
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry .......... 24
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ................. 27
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ......... 28
Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors .................................................. 28
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ... 28
Programming The Memory Feature............ 29
Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless
Entry Key Fob To Memory ........................... 29 Memory Position Recall............................... 30
SEATS ................................................................... 30
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) ............... 30
Power Seats ................................................ 31
Heated Seats — If Equipped ....................... 33
Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped ........ 35 HEAD RESTRAINTS ..............................................35
Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats .. 35
Rear Head Restraints ................................. 36
Front Head Restraint Removal ................... 37
STEERING WHEEL.................................................37
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column —
If Equipped .................................................. 37 Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column —
If Equipped .................................................. 38 Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ...... 38
MIRRORS ..............................................................39
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . 39
Outside Mirrors ............................................ 39
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror —
If Equipped ................................................... 39 Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And
Approach Lighting — If Equipped ................ 40 Power Mirrors............................................... 40
Power Folding Outside Mirrors —
If Equipped ................................................... 40 Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ..................... 41
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse —
If Equipped ................................................... 41 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors —
If Equipped .................................................. 42

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EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ...........................................................93
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES ...............................................95 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 95
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ...... 96
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ........................ 102
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped .................................................102 Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation Operation - If Equipped ............106 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) ........................................... 109
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .................. 113
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....113
Important Safety Precautions ...................114Seat Belt Systems ..................................... 114Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...121Child Restraints..........................................130Transporting Pets ......................................142
SAFETY TIPS ...................................................... 142
Transporting Passengers ..........................142
Exhaust Gas ...............................................143Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ................................................143 Periodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside The Vehicle ........................ 145
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ....................................146
Automatic Transmission ........................... 146
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition ................... 146
Normal Starting ......................................... 146
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ......................... 149 If Engine Fails To Start .............................. 149
After Starting .............................................. 149
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED .......149
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .......150
PARKING BRAKE ................................................ 150
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............................ 151
Ignition Park Interlock ............................... 153Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
System ....................................................... 153 Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission ...... 153
SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 159
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ONLY —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................... 160
POWER STEERING .............................................160
SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED .................... 160
To Activate.................................................. 161
To Set A Desired Speed ............................ 161
To Vary The Speed Setting ....................... 161
To Accelerate For Passing ........................ 162
To Resume Speed .................................... 162
To Deactivate ............................................ 162 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 163
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Operation ................................................... 164 Activating Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) .............................................. 165 To Activate/Deactivate.............................. 165
To Set A Desired ACC Speed..................... 166
To Cancel ................................................... 166
To Turn Off ................................................. 166To Resume ................................................. 166To Vary The ACC Speed ............................. 167
Setting The Following Distance In ACC .... 168
Overtake Aid............................................... 169
ACC Operation At Stop............................... 169Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ........ 170
Display Warnings And Maintenance ........ 170
Precautions While Driving With ACC......... 172
General Information .................................. 174
Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control
Mode .......................................................... 174
PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................... 177
ParkSense Sensors ................................... 177
ParkSense Warning Display...................... 177
ParkSense Display..................................... 178
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .......... 181

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28GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS — IF
E
QUIPPED
The auto door lock feature default condition is
enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock
automatically when the vehicle's speed exceeds
15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock feature
can be enabled or disabled by an authorized
dealer per written request of the customer.
Please see an authorized dealer for service.
CHILD-PROTECTION DOOR LOCK
S
YSTEM — REAR DOORS
To provide a safer environment for small
children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors
are equipped with Child-Protection Door Lock
system.
To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection
Door Lock System

1. Open the rear door.

2. Insert the tip of the emergency key into the
lock and rotate to the lock or unlock
position.
3. Repeat steps one and two for the opposite rear door.
Child-Protection Door Lock Function

NOTE:
For emergency exit from the rear seats when
the Child-Protection Door Lock System is
engaged, manually raise the door lock knob to
the unlocked position, open the window, and
open the door using the outside door handle.
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows the driver to save up to two
different memory profiles for easy recall
through a memory switch. Each memory profile
saves desired position settings for the following
features:
Driver seat
Easy Entry/Exit seat operation (on/off) (if
equipped)
Side mirrors
Power tilt and telescopic steering column (if
equipped)
A set of desired radio station presets
NOTE:
Your vehicle is equipped with two key fobs,
each can be linked to either memory position
1 or 2.
Be sure to program the radio presets prior to
programming the memory settings.
WARNING!
Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a
collision. Remember that the rear doors can
only be opened from the outside with the
Child-Protection locks are engaged (locked).

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The memory settings switch is located on the
driver’s door trim panel. The switch consists of
three buttons:
The set (S) button, which is used to activate
the memory save function.
The (1) and (2) buttons which are used to
recall either of two pre-programmed memory
profiles.

Memory Settings Buttons

PROGRAMMING THE MEMORY FEATURE
To create a new memory profile, perform the
following:
NOTE:
Saving a new memory profile will erase the
selected profile from memory.

1. Place the vehicle’s ignition in the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired preferences (i.e., seat, side mirror, power tilt
and telescopic steering column [if
equipped], and radio station presets).
3. Push and release the set (S) button on the memory switch, and then push the desired
memory button (1 or 2) within five seconds.
The instrument cluster display will display
which memory position has been set.
NOTE:
Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle
in PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to
recall a memory profile.
LINKING AND UNLINKING THE REMOTE
K
EYLESS ENTRY KEY FOB TO MEMORY
Your key fobs can be programmed to recall one
of two saved memory profiles by pushing the
unlock button on the key fob.
NOTE:
Before programming your key fobs you must
select the “Personal Settings Linked To Key
Fob” feature through the Uconnect system
screen. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi -
media” for further information.
To program your key fobs, perform the following:

1. Place the vehicle’s ignition in the OFF position.

2. Select a desired memory profile, 1 or 2.
3. Once the profile has been recalled, push and release the set (S) button on the
memory switch.
4. Within five seconds, push and release button (1) or (2) accordingly. “Memory
Profile Set” (1 or 2) will display in the
instrument cluster.
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5. Push and release the lock button on the key
fob within 10 seconds.
NOTE:
Your key fobs can be unlinked from your
memory settings by pushing the set (S) button,
and within 10 seconds, pushing the unlock
button on the key fob.
MEMORY POSITION RECALL
NOTE:
If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in
PARK, a message will be displayed in the instru -
ment cluster display.
To recall the memory settings for driver one or
two, push the desired memory button number
(1 or 2) or the unlock button on the key fob
linked to the desired memory position.
A recall can be canceled by pushing any of the
memory buttons during a recall (S, 1, or 2), or by
pushing any of the seat adjustment switches.
When a recall is canceled, the driver's seat and
power tilt and telescopic steering column (if
equipped) stop moving. A delay of one second
will occur before another recall can be selected.
SEATS
Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint
System of the vehicle.
MANUAL ADJUSTMENT (REAR SEATS)
Folding Rear Seat
The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to
provide an additional storage area. To fold the
rear seatback, pull on the loops located on the
upper seatback. NOTE:
These loops can be tucked away when not in
use.

Rear Seatback Loop

After releasing the seatback, it can be folded
forward.

Folded Rear Seatback

WARNING!
It is 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.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of
your vehicle that is not equipped with seats
and seat belts. In a collision, people riding
in these areas are more likely to be seri -
ously injured or killed.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat
and using a seat belt properly.

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POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
C
OLUMN — IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows you to tilt the steering
column upward or downward. It also allows you
to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The
power tilt/telescoping steering column switch is
located below the multifunction lever on the
steering column.

Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Switch

To tilt the steering column, move the switch up
or down as desired. To lengthen or shorten the
steering column, pull the switch toward you or
push the switch away from you as desired.
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory
Settings, you can use your remote keyless entry
key fob or the memory switch on the driver's door trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic
steering column to saved positions. Refer to
“Driver Memory Settings” in this chapter.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF
E
QUIPPED
The steering wheel contains a heating element
that helps warm your hands in cold weather.
The heated steering wheel has only one
temperature setting. Once the heated steering
wheel has been turned on, it will stay on for an
average of 80 minutes before automatically
shutting off. This time will vary based on
environmental temperatures. The heated
steering wheel can shut off early or may not turn
on when the steering wheel is already warm.
The heated steering wheel control button is
located within the Uconnect system. You can gain access to the control button through the
climate screen or the controls screen.
Press the heated steering wheel button
once to turn the heating element on.
Press the heated steering wheel button a
second time to turn the heating element off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated
steering wheel to operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start,
the heated steering wheel can be programmed
to come on during a remote start through the
Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while
driving. Adjusting the steering column while
driving or driving with the steering column
unlocked, could cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the
skin because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medica -
tion, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other phys -
ical conditions must exercise care when
using the steering wheel heater. It may
cause burns even at low temperatures,
especially if used for long periods.

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2. Reach into the opening beneath the center
front edge of the hood, and push the safety
catch to the left to release it, before raising
the hood.

Hood Safety Latch

TO CLOSE THE HOOD
Hoods equipped with gas props are closed from
the point where the props no longer hold the
hood open.
TRUNK
OPENING
The trunk can be opened from inside the vehicle
using the power trunk button located on the
instrument panel to the left of the steering
wheel.
The trunk lid can be opened from outside the
vehicle by pushing the trunk button on the key
fob twice within five seconds or by using the
trunk passive entry button located on the
underside of the decklid overhang. The release
feature will function only when the vehicle is
unlocked or a valid Passive Entry key fob is
within 5 ft (1.5m) of the trunk. With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the
trunk open symbol will display in the instrument
cluster indicating that the trunk is open. The
odometer display will reappear once the trunk is
closed.
With the ignition in the OFF position, the trunk
open symbol will display until the trunk is
closed.
NOTE:
Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in
”Doors” in this chapter for further information
on trunk operation with the Passive Entry
feature.
Opening From Inside The Vehicle
Interior Power Trunk Release
The trunk can be opened from inside
the vehicle using the power trunk
release button located on the
instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel.
NOTE:
The transmission must be in PARK before the
button will operate.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before
driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is in
motion and block your vision. Failure to follow
this warning could result in serious injury or
death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
hood to close it. Lower hood to approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and drop the hood to
close. Make sure hood is fully closed for both
latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood is
fully closed, with both latches engaged.

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NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake
application.
Battery Charge Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when
the battery is not charging properly. If
it stays on while the engine is running,
there may be a malfunction with the
charging system. Contact an authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the
electrical system or a related component.
Door Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when a
door is ajar/open and not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
Electric Power Steering Fault Warning
Light
This warning light will turn on when
there's a fault with the Electric Power
Steering (EPS) system. Refer to “Power Steering” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning
Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate a problem with the Electronic
Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a
problem is detected while the vehicle
is running, the light will either stay on or flash
depending on the nature of the problem. Cycle
the ignition when the vehicle is safely and
completely stopped and the transmission is
placed in the PARK position. The light should
turn off. If the light remains on with the vehicle
running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized dealer for service
as soon as possible.
NOTE:
This light may turn on if the accelerator and
brake pedals are pressed at the same time. If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is
running, immediate service is required and you
may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle, or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing. The light will come
on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as
a bulb check. If the light does not come on
during starting, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Light
This warning light warns of an
overheated engine condition. If the
engine coolant temperature is too
high, this indicator will illuminate and
a single chime will sound. If the temperature
reaches the upper limit, a continuous chime will
sound for four minutes or until the engine is
able to cool, whichever comes first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over
and stop the vehicle. If the Air Conditioning
(A/C) system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the
transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle.
If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, turn the engine off immediately and call
for service.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist
could pose a safety risk to yourself and
others. Service should be obtained as soon
as possible.

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Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
The Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
function manages the distribution of the
braking torque between the front and rear axles
by limiting braking pressure to the rear axle.
This is done to prevent overslip of the rear
wheels to avoid vehicle instability, and to
prevent the rear axle from entering the
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) before the front
axle.
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
The Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) system
anticipates the potential for wheel lift by
monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and
the speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines
that the rate of change of the steering wheel
angle and vehicle’s speed are sufficient to
potentially cause wheel lift, it then applies the
appropriate brake and may also reduce engine
power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will
occur. ERM can only reduce the chance of
wheel lift occurring during severe or evasive
driving maneuvers; it cannot prevent wheel lift
due to other factors, such as road conditions,
leaving the roadway, or striking objects or other
vehicles. NOTE:
ERM is disabled anytime the ESC is in “Full Off”
mode (if equipped). Refer to “Electronic Stability
Control (ESC)” in this section for a complete
explanation of the available ESC modes.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system
enhances directional control and stability of the
vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC
corrects for oversteering or understeering of the
vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate
wheel(s) to assist in counteracting the oversteer
or understeer condition. Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the
desired path.
ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine
the vehicle path intended by the driver and
compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.
When the actual path does not match the
intended path, ESC applies the brake of the
appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the
oversteer or understeer condition.
Oversteer — when the vehicle is turning more
than appropriate for the steering wheel posi
-
tion.
Understeer — when the vehicle is turning less
than appropriate for the steering wheel posi -
tion.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” located in the instrument cluster will start
to flash as soon as the ESC system becomes
active. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light” also flashes when the TCS is
active. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light” begins to flash during
acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and
apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to
adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing
road conditions.
WARNING!
Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road
conditions and driving conditions, influence
the chance that wheel lift or rollover may
occur. ERM cannot prevent all wheel lift or roll
overs, especially those that involve leaving
the roadway or striking objects or other
vehicles. The capabilities of an
ERM-equipped vehicle must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner
which could jeopardize the user's safety or
the safety of others.
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(Continued)
ESC Operating Modes
NOTE:
Depending upon model and mode of operation,
the ESC system may have multiple operating
modes.
"ESC On"
This is the normal operating mode for the ESC.
Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESC system
will be in this mode. This mode should be used for most driving conditions. Alternate ESC
modes should only be used for specific reasons
as noted in the following paragraphs.
Partial Off
The “Partial Off” mode is intended for times
when a more spirited driving experience is
desired. This mode may modify TCS and ESC
thresholds for activation, which allows for more
wheel spin than normally allowed. This mode
may be useful if the vehicle becomes stuck.
To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily
push the “ESC OFF” switch and the “ESC OFF
Indicator Light” will illuminate. To turn the ESC
on again, momentarily push the “ESC OFF”
switch and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” will
turn off.
WARNING!
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot
prevent the natural laws of physics from
acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase
the traction afforded by prevailing road
conditions. ESC cannot prevent accidents,
including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, driving on very slippery
surfaces, or hydroplaning. ESC also cannot
prevent accidents resulting from loss of
vehicle control due to inappropriate driver
input for the conditions. Only a safe, atten
-
tive, and skillful driver can prevent acci -
dents. The capabilities of an ESC equipped
vehicle must never be exploited in a reck -
less or dangerous manner which could
jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of
others.Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly
maintain your vehicle, may change the
handling characteristics of your vehicle,
and may negatively affect the performance
of the ESC system. Changes to the steering
system, suspension, braking system, tire
type and size or wheel size may adversely
affect ESC performance. Improperly
inflated and unevenly worn tires may also
degrade ESC performance. Any vehicle
modification or poor vehicle maintenance
that reduces the effectiveness of the ESC
system can increase the risk of loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
WARNING! (Continued)
WARNING!

When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS
functionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip
feature described in the TCS section), has been
disabled and the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will
be illuminated. When in “Partial Off” mode, the
engine power reduction feature of TCS is
disabled, and the enhanced vehicle stability
offered by the ESC system is reduced.

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