brake CHRYSLER 300 LX 2005 Workshop Manual

Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000
(Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XXXX
Replace theair cleaner filter.*X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and
rotors.XX
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*³X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
Rotate the tires. X X X
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Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and
rotors.X
Flush and replace the engine coolant. X
Replace theengine timing belt(Federal Emis-
sions). 3.5L EngineX
Replace theengine timing belt(California
Emissions). 3.5L EngineX
Replace thespark plugs.2.7L, 3.5L Engines. X
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt
and tensioner. Replace if required.X
Change the rear axle fluid. X
Replace the air conditioning filter.X
Rotate the tires. X X
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SCHEDULE ªAº
Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000
(Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000)
[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*X XXX X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and
rotors.XX
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X
Rotate the tires. XXXXXX
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Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000
(Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000)
[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XXXXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if
required.*XXX XX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and
rotors.XX
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt
and tensioner. Replace if required.X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months
or 102,000 miles.X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X
Rotate the tires. X XXXXX
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Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000
(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000) (163 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if
required.*XXXX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and
rotors.X
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt
and tensioner. Replace if required.X
Replace thespark plugs.2.7L, 3.5L Engines. X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*³X
Replace theengine timing belt(Federal
Emissions equipped vehicles only). 3.5L En-
gineX
Replace theengine timing belt(California
Emissions equipped vehicles only). 3.5L En-
gineX
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Adding Fuel.......................... 254
Adding Washer Fluid.................108,302
Additives, Fuel........................ 253
Adjustable Pedals....................... 98
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 299
Air Conditioning....................... 194
Air Conditioning Filter................203,300
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 204
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 299
Air Conditioning System................. 194
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 237
Airbag................................ 37
Airbag Deployment....................41,42
Airbag Light....................41,48,58,142
Airbag Maintenance...................... 44
Airbag, Side........................... 43
Airbag, Window......................37,43
Alarm System.......................... 24
Alignment and Balance.................. 242
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 189
Antifreeze Disposal..................... 306
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........304,305,332Anti-Lock Brake System.................. 225
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 141
Anti-Theft Security Alarm................. 24
Appearance Care....................... 311
Auto Down Power Windows............... 26
Auto Up Power Windows................. 26
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 65
Automatic Door Locks..................17,18
Automatic Headlights................... 104
Automatic Temperature Control............ 197
Automatic Transaxle..................... 310
Adding Fluid........................ 334
Selection Of Lubricant................. 334
Automatic Transmission............209,214,311
Adding Fluid........................ 311
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 311
Fluid Change........................ 311
Fluid Level Check..................... 310
Gear Ranges......................... 210
Torque Converter..................... 212
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . . 213
Autostick..........................216,222
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Ball Joints............................ 301
Battery............................... 297
Jump Starting........................ 273
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 23
Location.........................274,298
Bearings.............................. 311
Belts, Drive........................... 295
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 301
B-Pillar Location....................... 232
Brake Assist System..................... 112
Brake, Parking......................... 222
Brake System.......................224,307
Anti-Lock........................... 225
Fluid Check......................309,334
Hoses.............................. 308
Warning Light....................... 142
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 221
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 57
Bulb Replacement...................... 323
Bulbs, Light........................... 322
Calibration, Compass.................... 151
Capacities, Fluid....................... 332Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 254
Radiator............................ 305
Car Washes........................... 312
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 253
Cargo Tie-Downs....................... 131
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 192
Catalytic Converter..................... 296
CD Player......................159,164,175
Cellular Phone.......................... 68
Chains, Tire........................... 248
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 265
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 229
Child Restraint...................50,52,54,55
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 54
Child Safety Locks....................... 19
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 251
Climate Control........................ 194
Clock................................ 158
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 193
Compact Spare Tire..................... 239
Compass............................. 150
Compass Calibration.................... 151
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Emergency, In Case of
Overheating......................... 264
Emission Control System Maintenance....288,336
Engine............................285,286
Air Cleaner.......................... 296
Air Cleaner Filter..................... 295
Block Heater......................... 209
Break-In Recommendations............... 57
Checking Oil Level.................290,291
Compartment.....................285,286
Coolant............................ 333
Cooling............................ 303
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 253
Fails to Start......................... 208
Fuel Requirements.................250,332
Oil ..........................290,332,333
Oil Change Interval................... 292
Oil Selection......................292,332
Oil Synthetic......................... 294
Overheating......................... 264
Temperature Gauge................... 143
Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 43
Event Data Recorder..................... 48Exhaust Gas Caution...............58,253,303
Exhaust System........................ 302
Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 66
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 295
Air Conditioning..................203,300
Engine Fuel......................... 296
Engine Oil.......................295,333
Engine Oil Disposal................... 294
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 264
Turn Signal.......................... 140
Flash-To-Pass.......................... 106
Flat Tire Changing...................... 265
Floor Console.......................... 130
Fluid Capacities........................ 332
Fluid Leaks............................ 59
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 334
Power Steering....................300,334
Fog Lights.........................105,140
Folding Rear Seat....................... 97
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Hood Release.......................... 99
Hoses............................307,310
Ignition
Key ................................ 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 15
Immobilizer............................ 12
Infant Restraint......................... 50
Information Center, Vehicle............... 147
Instrument Cluster................138,139,140
Instrument Panel and Controls............. 137
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 314
Interior Appearance Care................. 313
Interior Fuses.......................... 315
Interior Lights......................... 101
Intermittent Wipers..................... 108
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Location.......................... 267
Jack Operation......................266,269
Jacking Instructions..................... 269
Jump Starting......................... 273Key, Programming....................... 14
Key, Replacement....................... 13
Key, Sentry............................ 12
Key-In Reminder........................ 12
Keyless Entry System..................... 20
Keys................................. 11
Knee Bolster........................... 37
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 30
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether
for CHildren)........................... 54
Latch Plate............................ 31
Latches
Hood............................... 99
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 250
Lights.............................59,101
Airbag.........................41,58,142
Anti-Lock........................... 141
Automatic Headlights.................. 104
Brake Warning....................... 142
Bulb Replacement..................322,323
Courtesy/Reading.................... 101
Daytime Running..................... 104
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Electric Remote....................... 67
Exterior Folding....................... 66
Heated.............................. 67
Outside............................. 66
Rearview............................ 65
Vanity.............................. 68
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 243
Mopar Parts........................289,356
Multi-Function Control Lever.............. 103
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 57
Occupant Classification System............. 45
Occupant Restraints...................... 29
Octane Rating, Gasoline.................. 250
Oil, Engine.........................290,333
Capacity............................ 332
Change Interval...................... 292
Checking........................290,291
Disposal............................ 294
Filter...........................295,333
Filter Disposal....................... 294Identification Logo.................... 293
Materials Added to.................... 294
Recommendation..................292,332
Synthetic........................... 294
Viscosity......................293,294,332
Onboard Diagnostic System............287,288
Opener, Garage Door.................... 119
Operator Manuals........................ 4
Overhead Console...................... 118
Overhead Travel Information Center......... 118
Overheating, Engine..................144,264
Owner's Manual......................4,356
Panic Alarm........................... 22
Parking Brake......................... 222
Parking On Hill........................ 223
Passing Light.......................... 106
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 98
Personal Settings....................... 154
Pets.................................. 57
Phone, Cellular......................... 68
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 68
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 232
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