park assist CHRYSLER 300 SRT 2010 1.G Owners Manual

▫Fog Lights ......................... 145
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 145
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 145
▫ Lane Change Assist ................... 146
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 146
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 146
▫ Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights .... 146
▫ Interior Lights ...................... 147
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 148
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 149
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 149
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 150
▫ Headlights On With Wipers ............. 150▫
Rain Sensing Wipers .................. 150
 Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
— If Equipped ........................ 152
 Adjustable Pedals ..................... 153
 Electronic Speed Control ................ 155
▫ To Activate ......................... 155
▫ To Set At A Desired Speed .............. 156
▫ To Deactivate ....................... 156
▫ To Resume Speed .................... 157
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 157
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 157
 Parksense Rear Park Assist .............. 158
▫ Parksense System Usage Precautions ...... 160
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87

The automatic transmission will downshift while climb-
ing uphill or descending downhill. This downshift is
necessary to maintain vehicle set speed.
On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur, so
it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed
Control.
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.
PARKSENSEREAR PARK ASSIST
The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system is a driver aid
that senses for obstacles behind the vehicle. Refer to
ParkSense System Usage Precautions for limitations of
this system and recommendations.
ParkSense is active when the driver shifts the transmis-
sion into the REVERSE position, and the parking brake is
not applied, and the vehicle speed is less than 10 mph
(16 km/h).
ParkSense can be turned on or off through the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) when the vehicle is in
PARK. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea-
tures)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
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WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCES
DISPLAY INDICA-TOR OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM: INDICATOR
COLORAUDIBLE SIGNAL
REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER
Inner LED 79 in (200 cm)YellowYes, Half Second
1st LED 51.2 in (130 cm)YellowNo
2nd LED 45.3 in (115 cm)YellowNo
3rd LED 31.5 in (80 cm) 39.3 in (100 cm) YellowNo
4th LED 25.5 in (65 cm) 33.5 in (85 cm) YellowNo
5th LED 20 in (50 cm) 27.6 in (70 cm) YellowNo
6th LED 16 in (40 cm) 19.7 in (50 cm) RedYes, Intermittent
7th LED 6 in (15 cm) 11.8 in (30 cm) RedYes, Continuous
ParkSenseSystem Usage Precautions
NOTE:
•Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud,
dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense Rear Park
Assist system operating properly.
•Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could
affect the performance of the ParkSense Rear Park
Assist system.
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•When you turn ParkSenseoff, the instrument cluster
will display “PARK ASSIST DISABLED.” Further-
more, once you turn ParkSense off, it remains off
until you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition
key.
•When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE
position and ParkSense is turned off, the instrument
cluster will display “PARK ASSIST DISABLED” mes-
sage for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE.
•ParkSense, when on, will MUTE the radio when it is
sounding a tone.
•If a ParkSense system malfunction occurs, a single
chime will sound once per ignition cycle. In addition,
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will
display “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” and the
LED in the ParkSense switch will illuminate. If this
occurs after making sure the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt, or other
obstruction, see your authorized dealer for service.
•Clean the ParkSense
sensors regularly, taking care
not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not
be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt, or debris.
Failure to do so can result in ParkSense not working
properly. The ParkSense system might not detect an
obstacle behind the fascia/bumper, or it could provide
a false indication that an obstacle is behind the fascia/
bumper.
•Objects must not be within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear
fascia/bumper while driving the vehicle. Failure to do
so can result in the system misinterpreting a close
object as a sensor problem, causing the “SERVICE
PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message to be displayed in
the instrument cluster.
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CAUTION!
•The ParkSenseRear Park Assist system is only a
parking aid and it is unable to recognize every
obstacle, including small obstacles. Parking curbs
might be temporarily detected or not detected at
all. Obstacles located above or below the sensors
will not be detected when they are in close prox-
imity.
•The vehicle must be driven slowly when using the
ParkSense Rear Park Assist system to be able to
stop in time when the obstacle is detected. It is
recommended that the driver looks over his/her
shoulder when using ParkSense.
WARNING!
•Drivers must be careful when backing up even
when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist sys-
tem. Always check carefully behind your vehicle,
look behind you, and be sure to check for pedes-
trians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and
blind spots before backing up. You are responsible
for safety and must continue to pay attention to
your surroundings. Failure to do so can result in
serious injury or death.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Before using the ParkSenseRear Park Assist
system, it is strongly recommended that the ball
mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected
from the vehicle when the vehicle is not used for
towing. Failure to do so can result in injury or
damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch
ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the
rear fascia when the warning display turns on the
single flashing arc and sounds the continuous
tone. Also, the ParkSense sensors could detect
the ball mount and hitch ball assembly, depending
on its size and shape, giving a false indication that
an obstacle is behind the vehicle.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights
and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door
Opener (HomeLink) buttons and power sunroof switch
may also be included, if equipped.
Overhead Console
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•Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer
to information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure
Monitor” under “Starting And Operating.”
•Right Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer
to information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure
Monitor” under “Starting And Operating.”
•Check TPM System (with a single chime). Refer to
information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure
Monitor” under “Starting And Operating.”
•Check Gascap (refer to “Adding Fuel” in “Starting
And Operating”)
•Service Park Assist System (with a single chime)
•Turn To Run (refer to “Remote Starting System” in
“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”)
•Upshift
•0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) (if equipped with Performance
Pages)
•Braking Distance (if equipped with Performance
Pages)
•1/8 Mile (if equipped with Performance Pages)
•1/4 Mile (if equipped with Performance Pages)
•Instantaneous G-Force (if equipped with Performance
Pages)
•Peak G-Force (if equipped with Performance Pages)
•Digital Speedometer (if equipped with Performance
Pages)
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205

“Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock”
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked with the RKE transmitter. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until “OFF,” “30 sec.,” “60 sec.,” or “90 sec.” appears.
“Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit”
When this feature is selected, the power WINDOW
switches, radio, Uconnect™ Phone (if equipped), DVD
video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped),
and power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes
after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening a vehicle
door will cancel this feature. To make your selection,
press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until
“Off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” “10 min.,” “30 min.,” or “60
min.” appears.
“Confirmation of Voice Commands” — If
Equipped
When ON is selected, all voice commands from the
Uconnect™ system are confirmed. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
“Park Assist System”
When ON is selected, the system will scan for objects
behind the vehicle when the transmission is in the
REVERSE or NEUTRAL position. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
“Turn-by-Turn Navigation” — If Equipped
When ON is selected, the turn-by-turn directions will
appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig-
nated turn within a programmed route. To make your
selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT
button until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
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▫Operation ......................... 289
▫ General Information .................. 290
 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ............. 290
▫ Acceleration ........................ 290
▫ Traction ........................... 291
 Driving Through Water ................. 291
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ................. 291
▫ Shallow Standing Water ............... 292
 Power Steering ....................... 293
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ............. 294
 Parking Brake ........................ 295
 Brake System ........................ 297
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System ............... 298 
Electronic Brake Control System ........... 300
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 301
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ........... 301
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) .............. 302
▫ Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ........ 302
▫ Synchronizing ESP ................... 306
▫ ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESP/TCS Indicator Light ............... 306
 Tire Safety Information ................. 307
▫ Tire Markings ....................... 307
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ......... 311
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ......... 312
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure .......... 313
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WARNING!
•Driving through standing water limits your vehi-
cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph
(8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
•Driving through standing water limits your vehi-
cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stop-
ping distances. Therefore, after driving through
standing water, drive slowly and lightly press on
the brake pedal several times to dry the brakes.
•Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and leave you
stranded.
•Failure to follow these warnings may result in
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
POWER STEERING
The standard power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability
in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical
steering capability if power assist is lost.
If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will
still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi-
tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering
effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during
parking maneuvers.
NOTE:
•Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel
travel are considered normal and do not indicate that
there is a problem with the power steering system.
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