CHRYSLER 300 SRT 2009 1.G Owners Manual

To Resume Speed
Push the lever upward (RESUME/ACCEL) and release.
Then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The
EVIC will display the last set speed.
WARNING!
The Resume function should only be used if traffic
and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed
that is too high or too low for prevailing traffic and
road conditions could cause the vehicle to accelerate
or decelerate too sharply for safe operation. This
could cause an accident and/or serious injury.
To Vary the Speed Setting
While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by lifting
and holding the lever up (RESUME/ACCEL). If the lever
is continually held, the set speed will continue to increase
in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments until the lever is released.
The increase in set speed is reflected in the EVIC display.Tapping the lever up once will result in a 1 mph (1 km/h)
increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the lever
results in an increase of 1 mph (1 km/h).
While ACC is set, the set speed can be decreased by
pushing and holding the lever down (SET/DECEL). If
the lever is continually held, the set speed will continue
to decrease in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments until the lever
is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected in the
EVIC display.
Tapping the lever down once will result ina1mph
(1 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of
the lever results in a decrease of 1 mph (1 km/h).
NOTE:•When you use the lever to decelerate, if the engine’s
braking power does not slow the vehicle sufficiently to
reach the set speed, the brake system will automati-
cally slow the vehicle.
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•The ACC system maintains set speed when driving up
hill and down hill. However, a slight speed change on
moderate hills is normal. In addition, downshifting
may occur while climbing uphill or descending down-
hill. This is normal operation and necessary to main-
tain set speed.
Setting the Following Distance in ACC
The specified following distance for ACC can be set by
varying the distance setting between long, medium, and
short. Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed,
ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead.
This distance setting displays in the EVIC.
To change the distance setting, push the lever away from
you (DISTANCE) and release. Each time this is done, the
distance setting adjusts between long, medium, and
short.
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If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the
set speed. If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the
same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi-
cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto-
matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of
the set speed.
The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until:
•The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed above the set
speed.
•The vehicle ahead moves out of your lane or view of
the sensor.
•The vehicle ahead slows to a speed below 15 mph
(24 km/h) and the system automatically disengages
itself.
•The distance setting is changed.
•The system disengages. (Refer to the information on
ACC Activation).
The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how-
ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if
necessary.
NOTE:The brake lights will illuminate whenever the
ACC system applies the brakes.
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A Proximity Warning will alert the driver if ACC predicts
that its maximum braking level is not sufficient to
maintain the set distance. If this occurs, a visual alert
“ATTENTION” will flash in the EVIC and a chime will
sound while ACC continues to apply its maximum
braking capacity. When this occurs, you should immedi-
ately apply the brakes as needed to maintain a safe
distance from the vehicle ahead.
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu
The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The
EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument
cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer. The
information it displays depends on ACC system status.
Press the MENU button (located on the steer-
ing wheel) repeatedly until one of the follow-
ing displays in the EVIC:CRUISE OFFWhen ACC is deactivated, the display will read
“CRUISE OFF.”
Menu
Button
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ACC READY
When ACC is activated, the display will read “ACC
READY.”ACC SETWhen ACC is set, the set speed will display.
1 — Sensed Vehicle Indicator
2 — Set Speed
3 — Your Vehicle
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The set speed will continue to display in place of the
odometer reading when changing the EVIC display
while ACC is set.The ACC SET screen will display once again if any ACC
activity occurs, which may include any of the following:
•Set speed change
•Distance setting change
•System cancel
•Acquisition/loss of Target
•Driver override
•System off
•Proximity warning
•ACC warning
The EVIC will return to the last display selected
after five seconds of no ACC activity.
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Display Warnings and Maintenance
ACC Blinded Warning
The ACC Blinded Warning will display when conditions
temporarily limit system performance. This most often
occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow, fog,
heavy rain, or when driving into direct sunlight (sunrise
or sunset). The ACC system may also become tempo-
rarily blinded due to obstructions, such as dirt or ice. In
these cases, the EVIC will display “ACC Blinded” and
the system will deactivate.
NOTE:If the ACC Blinded Warning is active Normal
(Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is still available. For addi-
tional information refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control Mode” in this section.
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If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located behind the grille,
slightly offset from the center of the grille.
To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor-
tant to note the following maintenance items:•Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to
damage the sensor lens.
•Do not remove any screws from the sensor or the
sensor mount. Doing so could cause an ACC system
malfunction or failure and require a sensor realign-
ment.
•If the sensor is damaged due to an accident, see your
authorized dealer for service.
•Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor,
including transparent material or aftermarket grilles.
Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
When the condition that deactivated the system is no
longer present, the system will return to the “CRUISE
OFF” state and will resume function by simply reactivat-
ing it.
ACC Sensor Location
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NOTE:Installing a vehicle front-end protector or an
aftermarket grille or modifying the grille is not recom-
mended. Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit ACC
operation.
ACC Unavailable Warning
If the system turns off, and the EVIC displaysACC
UNAVAILABLE,there may be a temporary malfunction
that limits ACC functionality. Although the vehicle is still
drivable under normal conditions, ACC will be tempo-
rarily unavailable. If this occurs, try activating ACC again
later, following a key cycle. If the problem persists, see
your authorized dealer.
Service ACC Warning
If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “SERVICE
ACC,” it indicates there is an internal system fault.
Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal
conditions, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
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