steering CHRYSLER 300 SRT 2007 1.G Service Manual

Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
26 — — —
27 — 10 Amp
RedAirbag/Airbag Control
Module (ACM)
28 — 10 Amp
RedCurtain Airbag - if
equipped
29 — 5 Amp
OrangeAnti-lock Brakes
Module/Cluster/Front
Control Module (FCM)/
Powertrain Control
Module (PCM)/Sentry
Key Remote Keyless
Entry/Stop Lights
30 — 10 Amp
RedDoor Modules/Power
Mirrors - if equipped/
Steering Control Module
31 — — —
32 — — —
33 — — —
34 — — —Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
35 — 5 Amp
OrangeAmplifier - if equipped/
Antenna/Ignition
Delay/Overhead
Console/Passenger Door
Lock & Express Power
Window Switch - if
equipped/Power Mir-
rors - if equipped/Rain
Sensor - if equipped/
Rear Defrost
36 — 20 Amp
YellowHands Free Phone - if
equipped/Media System
Monitor DVD - if
equipped/Radio/
Satellite Receiver - if
equipped
37 — 15 Amp
BlueTransmission - NAG1
38 — 5 Amp
OrangeAnalog Clock/Cargo
Light/Overhead Con-
sole
304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts
Automatic Transmission MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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.
Power Steering Reservoir MoparPower Steering Fluid + 4, MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
Rear Axle API Certified GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315
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Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000
(Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not
replaced at 3 months.XXXXX X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*X XXX X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and
rotors.XX
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt
and tensioner. Replace if required.X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*‡X
Change the power steering fluid X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and
filter.X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months
if not done at 102,000 miles.X
Rotate the tires. X X X
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ExteriorLighting ........................ 95
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 279
Air Conditioning..................189,283
Engine Fuel......................... 279
Engine Oil.......................278,314
Engine Oil Disposal................... 278
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 256
Turn Signal........................ 98,136
Flash-To-Pass........................... 99
Flooded Engine Starting.................. 197
Floor Console.......................... 127
Fluid Capacities........................ 313
Fluid Leaks............................ 58
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 293
Cooling System....................... 287
Engine Oil.......................... 275
Power Steering....................... 284
Fluids ............................... 314
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts........ 314FogLights .......................... 98,136
Folding Rear Seat....................... 89
FreeingAStuckVehicle .................. 265
Front Suspension Ball Joints............... 284
Front Wheel Bearings.................... 295
Fuel................................. 246
Adding............................. 249
CleanAir ........................... 246
Ethanol............................. 247
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................... 249
Filter.............................. 279
Gasoline............................ 246
Gauge............................. 141
Hoses.............................. 292
Methanol........................... 247
OctaneRating .....................246,314
Requirements.....................246,313
Tank Capacity........................ 313
Fuel System Caution.................... 250
Fueling .............................. 249
Fuses................................ 300
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .......... 116
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Overhead Console...................... 115
Overheating, Engine..................... 256
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)......... 341
Panic Alarm........................... 19
Park Assist System, Rear................. 112
Parking Brake......................... 210
Parking On Hill........................ 210
Passing Light........................... 99
Pedals, Adjustable...................... 108
Personal Settings....................... 153
Pets .................................. 55
Phone, Cellular......................... 66
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............ 66
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 225
Power
Brakes............................. 211
Distribution Center (Fuses).............. 300
Door Locks.......................... 21
Mirrors ............................. 64
Outlet(AuxiliaryElectricalOutlet) ........ 124
Seats............................... 85
Steering.........................213,284Steering, Checking.................... 284
Sunroof............................ 121
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 107
Windows............................ 25
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 37
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 35
Programmable Electronic Features..... 117,120,153
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry)............. 19,117,120
Radial Ply Tires........................ 232
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)........ 289
Radio Broadcast Signals.................. 158
Radio, Navigation...................... 170
Radio Operation.....................159,183
Radio Remote Controls.................. 179
Radio, Satellite......................171,176
Radio (Sound Systems)................... 159
Rain Sensitive Wiper System.............. 102
Rear Park Assist System.................. 112
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 89
Rear Window Defroster.................. 191
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Rear Folding......................... 89
Reclining ............................ 86
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............ 15,140
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........288,314
Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................. 12
Service Assistance...................... 338
Service Contract........................ 340
Service Engine Soon Light
(MalfunctionIndicator) .................. 143
Service Manuals........................ 341
Setting the Clock.................157,160,171
Settings, Personal....................... 153
Shifting.............................. 199
Automatic Transmission.............199,203
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage............. 34
Shoulder Belts.......................... 30
Side Airbag............................ 43
Signals, Turn........................ 98,136
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 209
SmartBeams............................ 96
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................ 235
Snow Tires............................ 236
Spark Plugs........................... 278Speed Control (Cruise Control)............. 109
Speedometer.......................... 136
Starting.............................. 196
Automatic Transmission................ 197
Engine Fails to Start................... 197
Starting and Operating................... 196
Starting Procedures..................... 196
Steering
Column Controls...................... 98
Linkage............................ 284
Power...........................213,284
TiltColumn ......................... 107
Wheel, Tilt.......................... 107
Steering Wheel Mounted
Sound System Controls.................. 179
Storage ...........................127,306
Storage, Vehicle.....................188,306
StoringYourVehicle ..................... 306
Sun Roof............................. 121
Sunglasses Storage...................... 115
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 38
System, Navigation..................... 170
INDEX 357
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Tachometer........................... 137
Telescoping Steering Column.............. 107
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)....... 183
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......139,257
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............. 50
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 15
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 15
Tilt Steering Column.................... 107
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 225
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 224
Tire Markings......................... 220
Tire Safety Information................... 220
TIREFIT.............................. 257
Tires ........................... 58,229,343
Aging(LifeofTires) ................... 233
Air Pressure......................... 229
Alignment.......................... 235
Chains............................. 235
General Information................... 229
High Speed......................... 231
Inflation Pressures.................... 230
LifeofTires ......................... 233
Load Capacity....................225,226Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 239
Quality Grading...................... 343
Radial............................. 232
Replacement......................... 234
Rotation ............................ 237
Safety ...........................220,229
Sizes ............................... 222
Snow Tires.......................... 236
Spinning ............................ 232
TreadWearIndicators .................. 233
Towing .............................. 254
Behind a Motor Home................. 254
Disabled Vehicle...................... 266
Recreational......................... 254
Trailering ........................... 254
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home....... 254
Traction Control........................ 215
TrailerTowing ......................... 254
Transmission.......................... 294
Automatic ........................203,294
Fluid .............................. 315
Shifting............................ 199
358 INDEX