towing CHRYSLER 300 SRT 2012 2.G Owner's Manual

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emissions control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has
had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling
system pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or
42 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner
filter, and replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
❏ Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet,
or frequent trailer towing.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) whichever
comes first.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or
90 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Inspect and replace the PCV Valve if
necessary.
❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid.
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles
equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner
filter, and replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the spark plugs.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
❏ Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet,
or frequent trailer towing.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or
138 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner
filter, and replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
❏ Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet,
or frequent trailer towing.
Odometer Reading Date
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Signature, Authorized Service Center
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Console, Overhead....................... 243
Contract, Service ........................ 527
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 474
Cooling System ......................... 470
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 473
Coolant Capacity ..................... 502
Coolant Level .................... 471,475
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 474
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 471
Inspection .......................... 475
Points to Remember .................. 475
Pressure Cap ........................ 474
Radiator Cap ....................... 474
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....472,502,503
Corrosion Protection ..................... 481
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 205
Cupholders ......................... 267,487
Customer Assistance ..................... 525 Data Recorder, Event
...................... 70
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 191
Daytime Running Lights ................... 184
Dealer Service .......................... 456
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 42
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 41
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 276
Defroster, Windshield ................... 85,339
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 192
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 454
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 186
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................ 458
Power Steering ...................... 370
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 447
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 474
Engine Oil ......................... 459
Door Locks ............................. 28
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Door Locks, Automatic.................... 31
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 245
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 366
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 367
Driving to Achieve Maximum
Fuel Economy .......................... 301
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 276
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 99
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 262
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 376
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 377
Brake Assist System ................... 377
Traction Control System ................ 377
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .... 487
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....202,205
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 378Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)
....................... 241,292
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 42
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 42
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............. 444
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 428
Jump Starting ....................... 440
Overheating ........................ 428
Towing ............................ 447
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 454
Engine ............................... 453
Air Cleaner ......................... 460
Block Heater ........................ 353
Break-In Recommendations .............. 82
Checking Oil Level ................... 458
Compartment ....................... 453
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 471,503
Cooling ........................... 470
538 INDEX

Seats............................. 162
Steering ........................ 369,370
Sunroof ......................... 255,258
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ......... 196
Windows ........................... 38
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 504
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 56
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 54
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 21
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 399
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 474
Radio Operation ........................ 332
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ................ 194
Rear Camera ........................... 241
Rear Cupholder ......................... 269
Rear Park Sense System ................... 231 Rear Seat, Folding
....................... 173
Rear Window Defroster ................... 276
Rear Window Features .................... 276
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 70
Recreational Towing ...................... 425
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 414
Refrigerant ............................ 464
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 184
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 55
Remote Control Starting System ....................... 25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 330
Remote Starting System .................... 25
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 41
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 496
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 456
Replacement Tires ....................... 401
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Tires ............................87,395,531
Aging (Life of Tires) .................. 400
Air Pressure ........................ 395
Chains ............................ 403
General Information .................. 395
High Speed ......................... 398
Inflation Pressures .................... 397
Life of Tires ........................ 400
Load Capacity .................... 391,392
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ......... 406
Pressure Warning Light ................ 283
Quality Grading ..................... 531
Radial ............................ 399
Replacement ........................ 401
Rotation ........................... 404
Safety .......................... 385,395
Sizes ............................. 387
Spinning ........................... 399
Tread Wear Indicators ................. 400 Towing
............................... 425
Behind a Motorhome .................. 425
Disabled Vehicle ..................... 447
Recreational ........................ 425
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome .......... 425
Traction Control ......................... 377
Trailer Towing .......................... 425
Transmission ........................... 479
Automatic .................... 354,355,479
Fluid ............................. 504
Shifting ........................... 354
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 24
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 21
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®) .......................... 245
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 21
Transporting Pets ........................ 82
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