radio controls CHRYSLER 300 SRT 2006 1.G Owners Manual

STORAGE
Console Features
The center console includes a large internal storage bin.
The storage bin has a rubber mat for noise control. The
bin is also large enough to hold a portable AC/DC
converter to power lap tops, games, or other electrical
equipment. Two slots at the top right side of the bin
provide clearance for power cords to pass conveniently
out of the bin with the lid closed. This feature is ideal for
games, laptops, cell phones or other electrical equipment.
A four-slot coin holder can hold US dollar coins or
Canadian one and two-dollar coins, as well as quarters,
dimes and nickels. The bin has a Front-opening lid for
easy access inside by either the driver or front passenger.
There are also two shift bezel cubby bins with rubber
mats for holding small items. For vehicles not equipped
with the navigation radio, an extra storage bin is pro-
vided below the climate controls that holds up to four CD
jewel cases. The inside portion of the arm rest lid contains
a pen holder, a tissue holder, and a tire gauge holder.
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
The tie-downs located on cargo area floor and on the rear
trim panels should be used to safely secure loads when
vehicle is moving.
WARNING!
•Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a
child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion a hook could pull loose and allow the child
seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured.
Use only the anchors provided for child seat
tethers.
•The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and
vehicle handling. To avoid loss of control result-
ing in personal injury, follow these guidelines for
loading your vehicle:
•Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
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CONTENTS

Instruments And Controls................132

Premium Instrument Cluster..............133

Instrument Cluster Descriptions...........134

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). 140
▫Trip Functions.......................142
▫Compass Display.....................143
▫Telephone — If Equipped...............145
▫Navigation — If Equipped...............147
▫System Warnings
(Customer Information Features)..........147
▫Personal Settings
(Customer Programmable Features)........147

Setting The Analog Clock................151

Sales Code RAK – AM/FM/Cassette/CD
(6-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio,
Hands Free Phone, Video, MP3, And WMA
Capabilities
..........................152
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......152
▫Operating Instructions — Tape Player.......155
▫Seek Button.........................156
▫Fast Forward (FF).....................156
▫Rewind (RW)........................156
▫Tape Eject...........................156
▫Scan Button.........................156
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▫Changing Tape Direction................156
▫Metal Tape Selection...................156
▫Pinch Roller Release...................156
▫Noise Reduction......................157
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................157
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................158
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files.............159
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
And WMA Audio Play).................161
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 And
WMA Play).........................161

Video Entertainment System
(Sales Code XRV) — If Equipped
..........163

Satellite Radio — If Equipped.............165
▫System Activation.....................165▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)....................165
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In REF And RAK
Radio..............................166
▫Selecting a Channel....................166
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......167
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................167
▫PTY ButtonScan.....................167
▫PTY ButtonSeek.....................167
▫Satellite Antenna......................167
▫Reception Quality.....................167

Navigation System (Sales Code REC) — If
Equipped
............................168

Remote Sound System Controls...........168
▫Radio Operation......................169
▫Tape Player.........................169
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▫CD Player..........................170
▫Satellite............................170

Radio General Information...............170
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................170
▫Two Types Of Signals..................170
▫Electrical Disturbances..................170
▫AM Reception.......................171
▫FM Reception........................171

Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance......171

CD/DVD Disc Maintenance..............172

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones.......172

Climate Controls......................173
▫Automatic Temperature Control...........173
▫Summer Operation....................178
▫Winter Operation.....................179
▫Vacation Storage......................179
▫Window Fogging.....................179
▫Outside Air Intake....................179
▫A/C Air Filter — If Equipped............179
▫Operating Tips.......................180
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•Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can
cause signal blockage.
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (SALES CODE REC) — IF
EQUIPPED
NOTE:
The radio sales code is located on the lower
right side of your radio faceplate.
Navigation Radio with CD Player and MP3 Capability
(REC) - combines a Global-Positioning System-based
navigation system with a color screen to provide maps,
turn identification, selection menus and instructions forselecting a variety of destinations and routes. The unit
also provides an AM/FM stereo radio and six-disc CD
changer with MP3 capability.
Mapping information for navigation is supplied on a
DVD that is loaded into the unit. One map DVD covers
all of North America. Refer to your “Navigation User’s
Manual” for detailed operating instructions.
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the
surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o’clock
positions.
Some models feature an Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) with driver-interactive display. This is
located in the upper part of the instrument cluster
between the speedometer and tachometer. The audio
mode of the EVIC can display any one of twelve radio
station preset frequencies, CD disc number, CD track
number, tape, or one of 200 Satellite radio channels
depending on which radio is in the vehicle.
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The VOLUME switch controls the volume of
the sound system. Pressing the top of the
rocker switch will increase the volume and
pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will
decrease the volume.
The AUDIO MODE SELECT button changes
the mode of the radio from AM to FM to Tape
to CD, or to Satellite (SAT) depending on
which radio is in the vehicle.The FUNCTION SELECT button advances the
radio to the next preset, changes the tape side
being played, or changes the current disc when
used in audio mode.
The SCROLL buttons change selections such as
radio station, CD track, or satellite radio chan-
nel depending on the current mode.
The following describes the operation of the SCROLL
buttons in each mode:
Radio Operation
Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next
listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch
will SEEK down for the next listenable station.
Tape Player
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
selection on the cassette. Pressing the bottom of the
switch once will go to the beginning of the current
selection or to the beginning of the previous selection if it
is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
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and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They
interfere very little with the frequency variations that
carry the FM signal.
AM Reception
AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception
can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines
and neon signs.
FM Reception
Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia-
tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations
can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear,
which is the major feature of FM radio.
NOTE:On vehicles so equipped the radio, steering
wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD/DVD changer if
equipped, will remain active for 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned off, and the driver door has not
been opened. This feature is programmable through the
electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) — if
equipped. Refer to “Delay Power Off to Accessories Until
Exit” under “Personal Settings” in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center section for details.
CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE
To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition,
take the following precautions:
1. Do not use cassette tapes longer than C-90; otherwise,
sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin-
ished.
2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from
slackness and dust when it is not in use.
3. Keep the cassette tape away from direct sunlight, heat
and magnetic fields such as the radio speakers.
4. Before inserting a tape, make sure that the label is
adhering flatly to the cassette.
5. A loose tape should be corrected before use. To rewind
a loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape
drive gear and twist the pencil in the required directions.
Maintain your cassette tape player. The head and capstan
shaft in the cassette player can pick up dirt or tape
deposits each time a cassette is played. The result of
deposits on the capstan shaft may cause the tape to wrap
around and become lodged in the tape transport. The
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Steering............................ 198
Steering, Checking.................... 255
Sunroof............................ 120
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 106
Windows............................ 23
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 33
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 32
Programmable Electronic Features..... 115,119,147
Programming Transmitters............. 115,119
Radial Ply Tires........................ 211
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)........ 260
Radio Broadcast Signals.................. 170
Radio Operation.....................152,172
Radio Remote Controls.................. 168
Radio, Satellite......................... 165
Radio (Sound Systems)................... 152
Rain Sensitive Wiper System.............. 102
Rear Park Assist System................... 85
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 93
Reclining Front Seats..................... 88
Recorder, Event Data..................... 47Recreational Towing..................... 228
Refrigerant............................ 255
Reminder, Seat Belt...................... 32
Remote Keyless Entry.................... 18
Remote Sound System Controls............ 168
Remote Trunk Release.................... 25
Replacement Tires...................... 213
Reporting Safety Defects................. 303
Restraint, Head......................... 93
Restraints, Occupant..................... 27
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck.............. 238
Rotation, Tires......................... 218
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 57
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 58
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 303
Safety Information, Tire.................. 199
Safety Tips............................. 56
Satellite Radio......................... 165
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 167
Schedule, Maintenance................... 284
Seat Belt Maintenance................... 269
Seat Belt Reminder...................... 32
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