warning light CHRYSLER 300 SRT 2009 1.G User Guide

▫To Activate......................... 156
▫To Set a Desired ACC Speed............ 156
▫To Cancel.......................... 158
▫ToTurnOff ........................ 158
▫To Resume Speed.................... 159
▫To Vary The Speed Setting.............. 159
▫Setting The Following Distance In ACC.... 160
▫Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu..... 163
▫Display Warnings And Maintenance....... 166
▫Precautions While Driving With ACC...... 169
▫General Information.................. 173
▫Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control
Mode............................. 173Rear Park Assist System................. 175
Overhead Console..................... 180
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights.............. 180
▫Sunglasses Storage................... 180
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped........ 181
▫Programming HomeLink.............. 182
▫Gate Operator/Canadian Programming.... 185
▫Using HomeLink................... 185
▫Reprogramming A Single HomeLink
Button............................ 186
▫Security........................... 186
▫Troubleshooting Tips.................. 186
▫General Information.................. 187
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Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight
overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
NOTE:The passenger-side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger-side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger-side convex mirror could cause you to
collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your
inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a
vehicle seen in the passenger-side convex mirror.
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped
Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged. The
hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to
resist damage. The hinge has three detent positions, full
forward, full rearward and normal.
Driver Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the inside
rearview mirror.
Tilt In Reverse Feature
TheTilt in Reversefeature tilts the outside rearview
mirrors downward when the ignition switch is in the ON
position and the transmission is in the REVERSE posi-
tion. This feature provides the driver with a better view
of the ground and vehicle in the area of the rear tires
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•If supported, this number may be programmable on
some systems. To do this, press the PHONE button
and say ‘Setup’, followed by ‘Emergency’.
•The UConnectsystem does slightly lower your
chances of successfully making a phone call as to that
for the cell phone directly.
WARNING!
Your phone must be turned on and paired to the
UConnectsystem to allow use of this vehicle feature
in emergency situations, when the cell phone has
network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect
system.
Towing Assistance
If you need towing assistance:
•Press the PHONE button to begin.
•After theReadyprompt and the following beep, say
Towing Assistance.
NOTE:
•The towing assistance number dialed is based on the
country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528-
2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-
3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside
Mexico City in Mexico).
•If supported, this number may be programmable on
some systems. To do this, press the PHONE button
and say “Setup”’, followed by “Towing Assistance”.
Paging
To learn how to page, refer toWorking with Automated
Systems.Paging works properly except for pagers of
certain companies, which time out a little too soon to
work properly with the UConnectsystem.
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To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approximately
6 in (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both
latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully
closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.
LIGHTS
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the left side of
the instrument panel. This switch controls theoperation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument
panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior
lights, and fog lights.Headlight Switch
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regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle
every second to a maximum of approximately 23 seconds
between cycles.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.
Mist Feature
Push the multifunction lever inward (toward the steering
column) to the first detent to activate a single wipe cycle
to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. The
wipers will continue to operate until you release the
multifunction lever.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, push the multifunction lever inward
(toward the steering column) to the second detent and
hold it for as long as washer spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper
control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate for
two wipe cycles after releasing the multifunction lever
and then resume the intermittent interval previously
selected.
If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is
turned off, the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles
and then turn off.
Headlights On with Wipers
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on
if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position. In
addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are
turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
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To Activate
Push and release the ON/OFF button located
on the end of the Electronic Speed Control
lever. The indicator light in the instrument
cluster will illuminate to show that the speed
control system is on. To turn the system off, push and
release the ON/OFF button again. The system and the
indicator light will turn off.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the Electronic Speed Control system off when
you are not using it.
1 — CANCEL
2 — RESUME ACCEL
3 — ON/OFF
4 — SET DECEL
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WARNING!
Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the
system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve-
hicle could go too fast for the conditions and you
could lose control. An accident could be the result.
Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic
or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or
slippery.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF
EQUIPPED
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving
convenience provided by cruise control while traveling
on highways and major roadways. However, it is not a
safety system and not designed to prevent collisions.ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in
light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant
need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes an infrared
sensor designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead of you.
NOTE:
•If the sensor does not detect a vehicle ahead of you,
ACC will maintain a fixed set speed.
•If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC will
apply limited braking or acceleration automatically to
maintain a preset following distance, while matching
the speed of the vehicle ahead.
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WARNING!
•Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience
system. It is not a substitute for active driving
involvement. It is always the driver ’s responsibil-
ity to be attentive of road, traffic, and weather
conditions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle
ahead; and, most importantly, brake operation to
ensure safe operation of the vehicle under all road
conditions. Your complete attention is always re-
quired while driving to maintain safe control of
your vehicle. Failure to follow these warnings can
result in an accident or serious personal injury.The
ACC system:
•Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles,
and stationary objects (i.e., a stopped vehicle in a
traffic jam or a disabled vehicle).
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions
into account, and may be limited upon adverse
sight distance conditions.
•Does not predict the lane curvature or the move-
ment of preceding vehicles and will not compen-
sate for such changes.
•Does not always fully recognize complex driving
conditions, which can result in wrong or missing
distance warnings.
•May not detect a vehicle ahead when strong light
(for example, sunrise or sunset) is directly shining
on the front of the vehicle.
•Can only apply a maximum of 25% of the vehicle’s
braking capability, and will not bring the vehicle
to a complete stop.
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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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Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
Ignition Off Operation
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF.
Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The
time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Delay
Power Off to Accessories Until Exit,” under “Personal
Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” under
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in
Section 4.
Sunroof Fully Closed
Press the power sunroof switch forward and release to
ensure that the sunroof is fully closed.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
There are two 12-Volt electrical outlets on this vehicle.
Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse.
The 12-Volt power outlet next to the ash receiver tray (if
equipped with an optional Smoker’s Package) has power
available only when the ignition is ON. This outlet will
also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
WARNING!
Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located on
the center console on vehicles not equipped with the
ash receiver tray. A fire leading to bodily injury could
result.
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