ECU CHRYSLER 300 M 2004 1.G User Guide

To attach a child restraint tether strap:
1. Lift the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat
where you are placing the child restraint.
2. 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 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 re-
straint.3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to
the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap
according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.
Transporting Pets
Airbags 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.
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▫Programming The Universal Transceiver......76
▫“Rolling Code” Programming.............77
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . .79
▫Operation............................79
▫Reprogramming A Single Button...........79
▫Security.............................80
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped.........80
▫Programming The Universal Transceiver......81
▫Reprogramming a Single Universal Transceiver
Button..............................83
▫Operation............................84
▫Multiple Security Code Systems (Rolling Code
System).............................84
▫For Your Security......................85
▫What May Cause The Universal Transceiver Not
ToWork .............................85
Power Sun Roof — If Equipped............86▫Wind Buffeting........................87
▫Sun Roof Maintenance...................87
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —
If Equipped
...........................88
▫Tire Pressure Monitor System — If Equipped . . .89
▫Customer Programmable Features..........91
▫Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer.......98
▫Trip Computer........................98
Overhead Travel Information Center —
If Equipped
..........................102
▫US/M Button........................102
▫Reset Button.........................102
▫Global Reset.........................103
▫Step Button.........................103
▫Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)........103
▫Distance To Empty (DTE)...............103
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Security
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies.
To erase all of the previously trained frequencies, hold
down both outside buttons until the green light begins to
flash.
This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with
RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE:Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
HomeLinkis a trademark owned by Johnson Controls,
Inc.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
The HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver replaces up to
three remote controls (hand-held transmitters) that oper-
ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the
push of a button, located on the overhead console. The
universal transceiver operates off your vehicle’s battery
and charging system; no batteries are needed.
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5. To program the other buttons, repeat steps 3 and 4. Be
sure to keep your hand-held transmitters in case you
need to reprogram the universal transceiver.
NOTE:If you do not successfully program the
HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver to learn the signal of
the hand-held transmitter, refer toProgramming Mul-
tiple Security Code Systems (Rolling Code)later in
this text or call toll-free for customer assistance at
1-800-355-3515 or on the internet at
www.homelink.com.
NOTE:In Canada, D.O.C. regulations require many
hand-held transmitters to stop transmitting after two
seconds. On these hand-held transmitters, transmission
will stop even though the light on the hand-held trans-
mitter stays lit.
If you have one of these hand-held transmitters, you
should press and release the hand-held transmitter
button every two seconds without releasing the uni-
versal transceiver button.
Release both buttons when the display indicates
TRAINED.
Reprogramming a Single Universal Transceiver
Button
1. Press and hold the desired universal transceiver but-
ton for about 20 seconds.
2. When the display indicates TRAINING, position the
hand-held transmitter one to three inches away from the
universal transceiver surface.
3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button.
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4. When the display indicates TRAINED, and the previ-
ous programming for the button has now been erased
and a new device has been programmed to the button.
This procedure will not affect any other programmed
buttons.
Operation
To operate, simply press the desired universal transceiver
button. The display shows that the appropriate channel
signal is being transmitted and the programmed device
should operate. For convenience, the hand-held transmit-
ter of the device may also be used at any time.
NOTE:If your hand-held transmitter appears to pro-
gram the universal transceiver, but your garage door
does not open, and your opener was manufactured after
1995, your garage door opener may have a multiple
security code system (rolling code system).
Multiple Security Code Systems (Rolling Code
System)
On garage door openers with a multiple code feature
(rolling code), the garage door opener transmitter code
changes after each use to prevent the copying of your
code.
Multiple security code (rolling code) garage door
openers and other devices which arecode protected
and manufactured after 1995, may be determined by
the following:
•
Reference the device’s owner’s manual for verification.
•The hand-held transmitter appears to program the
universal transceiver but does not activate the device.
To program a garage door opener with the multiple
security code (rolling code) feature, follow these
steps (The aid of a second person may make the
following programming procedures quicker):
1. Program your hand-held transmitter to the universal
transceiver by following the procedures previously de-
scribed in this section. (If you have already completed
this programming, proceed to the next step).
2. Locate the programming button on the garage door
opener motor head unit. The exact location and color of
the button may vary by garage door opener brand. If
there is difficulty locating the programming button,
reference the garage door opener owner’s manual or
contact HomeLinkat1-800-355-3515or on the internet
atwww.homelink.com.
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3. Press the programming button on the garage door
opener motor head unit (which activates the program-
ming light).
4. Firmly press and release the programmed universal
transceiver button. Press and release the universal trans-
ceiver button a second time to complete the program-
ming process. (Some garage door openers may require
you to do this procedure a third time to complete the
programming.)
Your garage door opener should now recognize your
universal transceiver. You may use either your universal
transceiver or your original hand-held transmitter to
open your garage door.
For Your Security
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies.
To erase all of the previously programmed frequencies,
hold down channel one and three buttons until
CLEARED CHANNELS is displayed.
NOTE:Individual channels can not be erased. You
must erase all three channels.
What May Cause The Universal Transceiver Not
To Work
•
The universal transceiver may not have been pro-
grammed correctly. Try reprogramming.
•The batteries in the hand-held transmitter may be
weak. New batteries may be required in your hand-
held transmitter.
•Place the hand-held transmitter at a different distance
from the universal transceiver (approximately 1 to 3
inches) (approximately 3 to 8 centimeters) and repro-
gram.
•The frequency of the programmed device’s hand-held
transmitter must be between 286MHz and 399MHz,
set by FCC part 15.205. (The back side of the hand-held
transmitter may indicate its frequency.)
•If you are unable to program the universal transceiver
after repeated attempts, you may contact HomeLink
at1–800–355–3515or on the internet at
www.homelink.com.
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The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open
as the sun roof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if
the sun roof is open.
WARNING!
In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sun roof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seatbelt properly and make sure all passengers are
properly secured too.
Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof.
Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any
object to project through the sun roof opening.
Injury may result.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if so equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting.
Sun Roof Maintenance
Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
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Transaxle Reset Mode
The transaxle is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a
condition is detected that could cause damage, the trans-
axle automatically shifts into second gear. The transaxle
remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected.
Park (P), Reverse (R), and Neutral (N) will continue to
operate. This Reset feature allows the vehicle to be driven
to a dealer for service without damaging the transaxle.
If the problem has been momentary, the transaxle can be
reset to regain all forward gears.
•Stop the vehicle and shift into PARK (P).
•Turn the key to OFF then start the engine.
•Shift into “D” and resume driving.
NOTE:Even if the transaxle can be reset, we recom-
mend that you visit a dealer at your earliest possible
convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equipment to
determine if the problem could recur.
If the transaxle cannot be reset, dealer service is required.
Gear Ranges
“P” Park
NOTE:
If the key is in the RUN position, you must
press the brake pedal to shift out of the “P” Park position.
Supplements the parking brake by locking the transaxle.
Engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use
PARK while vehicle is in motion.
Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range.
“R” Reverse
Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a
complete stop.
“N” Neutral
The engine may be started in this range. Use this range
for starting your vehicle if it is moving or is being towed.
“D” Overdrive
This range should be used for most city and highway
driving. It provides smoothest up shifts and down shifts
and best fuel economy.
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CAUTION!
Damage to the fuel system or emission control
system could result from using an improper fuel
tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap
could let impurities into the fuel system. The Mal-
function Indicator light will come on if the gas cap is
not properly secured.
NOTE:The fuel tank filler tube has a restricting door
about 2 inches (50 mm) down from the opening. If fuel is
poured from a portable container, the container should
have a flexible nozzle long enough to force open the
restricting door.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling.
NOTE:
•
When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel
tank is full.
•Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.
This is an indication that the gas cap is properly
tightened.
The Malfunction Indicator light will come on if the gas
cap is not properly secured. Make sure that the gas cap
is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled.
WARNING!
•Never have any smoking materials lit in or near
the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the
tank filled.
•Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is
running.
•A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
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•Maintain a coolant concentration of a minimum of 50%
ethylene glycol and high quality water with recom-
mended antifreeze for proper corrosion protection of
your engine cooling system that contains aluminum
components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant bottle hoses
are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator and air conditioning
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine cooling performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence
of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots,
brittle rubber, cracking, checking, tears, cuts, abrasions,
and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rub-
ber.Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high
heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose
routing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or
moving component that may cause heat damage or
mechanical wear.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed. Inspect all hose connections such as clamps
and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks
are present. Components should be replaced immedi-
ately if there is any evidence of degradation that could
cause failure.
Brakes
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in Section 8,
Maintenance Schedules.
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