CHRYSLER 300 M 2004 1.G Owners Manual

2. Remove the upper crossmember attachments on both
sides of the vehicle; 6 in total.3. Remove the headlamp jackscrews on both sides of the
vehicle.
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4. Remove the windshield filler neck screw. 5. Remove the speed control servo screw.
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6. Lift and prop the crossmember above the headlamp on
the side being serviced, and remove the electrical con-
nectors from the headlamp.
7. Pull headlamp up and under crossmember to remove
it from the vehicle.
8. Remove the bulb retaining ring by turning it counter-
clockwise. Pull the bulb and socket assembly from the
housing and pull the bulb from the socket.
9. Install a new headlight bulb in the socket, reinstall the
bulb and socket assembly and tighten the retaining ring.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
If the bulb comes into contact with any oily surface,
clean the bulbs with rubbing alcohol.
10. Reinstall the headlight assembly, replace the electri-
cal connectors from the headlamp and lower the cross-
member back on the headlamp.11. Reinstall the upper crossmember attachments, head-
lamp jackscrews, windshield filler neck screw and speed
control servo screw.
Front Park, Turn Signal and Front Sidemarker
Light
1. Reach up under the front fascia and turn the bulb and
socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the
light housing.
2. Pull the bulb from the socket, install the new bulb, and
reinstall the bulb and socket assembly.
Fog Light
1.Remove the screw securing the fog light to the fascia
and pull the light away from the vehicle to expose the bulb.
2. Remove the bulb by turning counter-clockwise. Pull
the bulb out of the light housing.
3. Remove the wiring connector from the bulb.
4. Insert the new bulb and turn clockwise.
5. Connect the wiring connector to the new bulb and
reinstall the assembly.
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Center Stop Light
1. Open the trunk and remove the trunk lid cover.
2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it
from the housing.
3. Pull the bulb from the socket and replace the bulb.
4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly.
Tail, Stop, Back Up, and Turn Signal Lights
1. Open the trunk and remove the fasteners securing the
light housing to the body.
2. Pull the light housing from the body to expose the
wiring socket.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove from
the housing. Pull the bulb out of the socket and remove
the bulb.
4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the bulb and socket assem-
bly and reattach the light housing.
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License Plate 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.
SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE 3.5L
Oil Filter Mopar 5281090 or equivalent
Thermostat 180°F (82°C)
Spark Plug See Underhood Label
Spark Plug Gap See Underhood Label
Firing Order 1-2-3-4-5-6
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)17 Gallons 64 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.5 Liter Engine 5 Qts 4.7 Liters
Cooling System *
3.5 Liter Engine 11 Qts 10.5 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil Use API Certified (GF-3). Refer to oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compart-
ment.
Oil Filter MoparOil Filter
Fuel Selection 89 Octane
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Axle Differential (front-rear) MoparHypoid Gear Lubricant (SAE 80W-90). Do not use synthetic gear lu-
bricants.
Brake Master Cylinder MoparDOT-3 Brake Fluid.
Power Steering Reservoir MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Tire Pressure Refer to label on driver’s door pillar.
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Body
Component Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part
Hinges:
Door, Hood and Trunk MoparEngine Oil
Hood hinge springs and links MoparSpray White Lube
Latches:
Door and Hood Trunk MoparMulti-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 MoparSpray White Lube
Door check straps MoparSpray White Lube
Window System Components MoparSpray White Lube
Lock Cylinders MoparSpray White Lube
Parking Brake Mechanism MoparSpray White Lube
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS
Emission Control System Maintenance......240
Maintenance Schedules..................240▫Schedule “B”........................243
▫Schedule “A”........................250
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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
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.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
•Trailer towing.
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).
•Off-road or desert operation.
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