check engine CHRYSLER 300 LX 2006 Owner's Guide

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re-
placed at 3 months.XXXXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XXXX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X
Replace theengine timing belt.3.5L Engine. X
Replace thespark plugs.2.7L, 3.5L Engines. X
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and ten-
sioner. Replace if required.X
Change the rear axle fluid. X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X
Change the Transfer Case Fluid - All Wheel Drive
(AWD) only.X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 102,000 miles if
not done at 60 months.X
Rotate the tires. X X
SCHEDULE“B”359
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Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re-
placed at 3 months.XXXXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XXXX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV valve.*X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months,
if not replaced at 102,000 miles.X
Rotate the tires. X X X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
‡This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
360 SCHEDULE“B”
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Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000
(Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000)
[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
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
if not done at 102,000 miles.X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X
Rotate the tires. X X X X X X
362 SCHEDULE“A”
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Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000
(Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XX XX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and ten-
sioner. 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.*‡X
Replace theengine timing belt.3.5L Engine. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 102,000
miles if not done at 60 months.X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
Rotate the tires. X X X X X
SCHEDULE“A”363
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Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if required.* X X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV valve.*X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not re-
placed at 102,000 miles.X
Rotate the tires. X X X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
‡This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
364 SCHEDULE“A”
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 225
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 314
Adding Fuel.......................... 257
Adding Washer Fluid..............109,110,310
Additives, Fuel........................ 255
Adjustable Pedals....................... 98
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 307
Air Conditioning....................... 192
Air Conditioning Filter................202,308
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 203
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 308
Air Conditioning System................. 192
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 244
Airbag................................ 39
Airbag Deployment....................43,49
Airbag Light....................44,51,61,144
Airbag Maintenance...................... 50
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........40,47
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 25
Alignment and Balance.................. 250
All Wheel Drive (AWD)...............229,321
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 185
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............313,344
Disposal............................ 315
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 225
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 144
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 25
Appearance Care....................... 321
Auto Down Power Windows............... 27
Auto Up Power Windows................. 28
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 67
Automatic Door Locks..................17,18
Automatic Headlights................... 103
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 196
Automatic Transmission............210,215,320
Adding Fluid.....................320,347
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 320
Fluid Change........................ 320
Fluid Level Check..................... 320
Fluid Type.......................... 347
Gear Ranges......................... 211
Torque Converter..................... 214
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . . 214
Autostick..........................217,222
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Hazard Warning Flasher................ 274
Jacking............................. 275
Jump Starting........................ 282
Overheating......................... 274
Towing............................. 286
Emission Control System Maintenance....296,350
Engine.........................292,293,294
Air Cleaner.......................... 304
Air Cleaner Filter..................... 304
Block Heater......................... 210
Break-In Recommendations............... 60
Checking Oil Level.................298,299
Compartment..................292,293,294
Coolant (Antifreeze)................312,346
Cooling............................ 312
Exhaust Gas Caution................60,256
Fails to Start......................... 209
Fuel Requirements.................253,344
Oil ..........................298,344,346
Oil Change Interval................... 300
Oil Selection......................300,344
Oil Synthetic......................... 302
Overheating......................... 274Temperature Gauge................... 146
Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 50
Event Data Recorder..................... 51
Exhaust Gas Caution...............60,256,311
Exhaust System........................ 311
Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 68
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 304
Air Conditioning..................202,308
Engine Fuel......................... 304
Engine Oil.......................303,346
Engine Oil Disposal................... 302
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 274
Turn Signal.......................... 143
Flash-To-Pass.......................... 106
Flat Tire Changing...................... 275
Floor Console.......................... 135
Fluid Capacities........................ 344
Fluid Leaks............................ 61
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 318
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Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 32
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)..... 56
Latch Plate............................ 33
Latches
Hood............................... 99
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 253
Life of Tires........................... 249
Lights.............................61,100
Airbag.......................44,51,61,144
Anti-Lock........................... 144
Automatic Headlights.................. 103
Brake Warning....................... 144
Bulb Replacement..................... 333
Courtesy/Reading.................... 100
Daytime Running..................... 104
Dimmer Switch, Headlight...........102,106
Engine Temperature Warning............ 143
Fog .............................105,143
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 274
Headlight Switch..................... 103
Headlights.......................103,336
Headlights On With Wipers..........103,108High Beam.......................... 106
High Beam Indicator................... 147
Illuminated Entry...................... 15
Instrument Cluster.................... 103
Interior............................. 101
License............................. 344
Lights On Reminder................... 105
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)...... 149
Oil Pressure......................... 149
Reading............................ 122
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 147
Service..........................333,334
Service Engine Soon
(Malfunction Indicator)................. 149
SmartBeams......................... 104
Turn Signal.......................102,105
Voltage............................. 149
Load Leveling System................... 136
Loading Vehicle.....................260,261
Capacities........................... 261
Tires ............................... 239
Locks
Door............................... 15
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Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 56
Lubrication, Body....................... 309
Lumbar Support........................ 92
Maintenance Free Battery................. 306
Maintenance Procedures.................. 298
Maintenance Schedule................... 350
Schedule“A”........................ 361
Schedule“B”........................ 353
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)......................149,296
Manual, Service........................ 369
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 95
Memory Seat........................... 95
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 95
Mini-Trip Computer..................... 153
Mirrors............................... 67
Automatic Dimming.................... 67
Electric Remote....................... 69
Exterior Folding....................... 68
Heated.............................. 69
Outside............................. 68Rearview............................ 67
Vanity.............................. 70
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 230
Mopar Parts........................297,368
Multi-Displacement Engine System.......... 229
Multi-Function Control Lever.............. 102
Navigation System...................... 188
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 60
Occupant Restraints...................... 31
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 253
Oil, Engine.........................298,346
Capacity............................ 344
Change Interval...................... 300
Checking........................298,299
Disposal............................ 302
Filter...........................303,346
Filter Disposal....................... 302
Identification Logo.................... 301
Materials Added to.................... 302
Recommendation..................300,344
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Synthetic........................... 302
Viscosity.........................301,344
Onboard Diagnostic System............295,296
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ......... 123
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).......... 4
Overhead Console...................... 122
Overheating, Engine..................146,274
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).......4,369
Panic Alarm........................... 22
Park Assist System, Rear................. 114
Parking Brake......................... 223
Parking On Hill........................ 224
Passing Light.......................... 106
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 98
Personal Settings....................... 158
Pets.................................. 59
Phone, Cellular......................... 70
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) ............ 70
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 239
Power
Brakes............................. 225
Distribution Center.................... 326Door Locks.......................... 16
Mirrors............................. 69
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)........ 131
Seats............................... 90
Steering............................ 228
Steering, Checking.................... 309
Sunroof............................ 128
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 112
Windows............................ 26
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 38
Preparation for Jacking................... 276
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 36
Programmable Electronic Features....124,127,158
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry)...............124,127
Radial Ply Tires........................ 246
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)........ 314
Radio Broadcast Signals.................. 163
Radio Operation..................164,171,192
Radio Remote Controls.................. 189
Radio, Satellite......................... 183
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