CHRYSLER 300 LX 2006 Owners Manual

Tail/Stop, Tail, Turn Signal Light, and Backup
Light—300C Models
1. Open the Trunk.
2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the tail light
assembly.3. Pull back the trunk liner.
4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the
tail light assembly.
5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
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7. Pull tail light assembly clear from vehicle to access
bulbs. Turn bulb sockets counter-clockwise to remove.
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8. Pull the appropriate bulb to remove it from the socket.
9. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the
tail light assembly.
10. Close the trunk.
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License Light
1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia.
2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly and pull the
bulb from the socket.
3. Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket
assembly.
4. Reattach the light to the rear fascia.
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (approximate)
2.7 Liter Engines (87 Octane) 18 gal-
lons68 liters
3.5 Liter Engines (87 to 89 Oc-
tane)18 gal-
lons68 liters
5.7 Liter Engines (87 to 89 Oc-
tane)19 gal-
lons72 liters
Engine Oil-With Filter
2.7 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20,
API Certified)6.0 qts. 5.7 liters
3.5 Liter Engines (SAE 10W-30,
API Certified)6.0 qts. 5.7 liters
5.7 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20,
API Certified)7.0 qts. 6.6 liters
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Cooling System *
2.7 Liter Engines (Mopar
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula) or
equivalent.9.7 qts 9.2 liters
3.5 Liter Engines (Mopar
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula) or
equivalent.10.6 qts 10.0 li-
ters
5.7 Liter Engines (Mopar
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula) or
equivalent.14.6 qts 13.8 li-
ters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to
MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Ad-
ditive Technology)
Engine Oil (2.7 Liter) Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W-20 is recommended. Refer to the engine oil fill
cap for the correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil (3.5 Liter) Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 10W-30 is recommended. Refer to the engine oil
viscosity chart for the correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395.
Engine Oil (5.7 Liter) Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W-20 is recommended. Refer to the engine oil fill
cap for the correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compartment.
Oil Filter (2.7 Liter) Mopar05281090 or equivalent.
Oil Filter (3.5 Liter) Mopar05281090 or equivalent.
Oil Filter (5.7 Liter) Mopar05281090 or equivalent.
Fuel Selection (2.7 Liter) 87 Octane
Fuel Selection (3.5 Liter) 87 to 89 Octane
Fuel Selection (5.7 Liter) 87 to 89 Octane
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Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Automatic Transmission MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder MoparDOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids.
Front Axle API Certified GL-5 SAE 75W90 Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Power Steering Reservoir MoparPower Steering Fluid + 4, MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission
Fluid or equivalent.
Rear Axle API Certified GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Transfer Case MoparTransfer Case Lubricant LX, P/N 05170055EA, or equivalent.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS

Emission Control System Maintenance......350

Maintenance Schedules..................350▫Schedule“B”........................353
▫Schedule“A”........................361
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The“Scheduled”maintenance services, listed inbold
typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to
assure the continued proper functioning of the emission
control system. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the
emission control devices and systems on your vehicle
may be performed by any automotive repair establish-
ment or individual using any automotive part which has
been certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of
California, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
NOTE:
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For 2.7L engines with Federal Certified Emission Con-
trol Systems, and all 6.1L engines, follow Schedule“A”
from 0 to 102,000 miles, or Schedule“B”from 0 to
105,000 miles.
•For 2.7L engines with California Certified Emission
Control Systems, and all 3.5L and 5.7L engines follow
Schedule“A”
or“B”from 0 to 120,000 miles.
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
First is Schedule“B.”It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every
60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually
operated under one or more of the conditions marked
with an.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F(0°C).
•Stop and go driving.
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