oil temperature CHRYSLER 300 SRT 2013 2.G Owners Manual

•Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale
This telltale indicates that the transmission fluid
temperature is running hot. This may occur with
severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this
telltale turns on, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and
run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature
Warning Telltale illuminated will eventually cause se-
vere transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
If the Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale is
illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle,
in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to
boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust
components and cause a fire.
• Electric Power Steering Malfunction
This telltale is on when the Electric Power
Steering is not operating and needs service.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319

Instantaneous G-Force
When selected, this screen displays the current G-Force
(lateral and longitudinal).
Peak G-Force
When selected, this screen displays all four G-Force
values (two lateral and two longitudinal).
•When a force greater than zero is measured, the
display will update the value as it climbs. As the
G-Force falls, the peak forces will continue to display.
• Pressing and holding the SELECT button for five sec-
onds will clear the peak force values.Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Vehicle
Info is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the
SELECT button and Coolant Temp will be displayed.
Press the UP or DOWN button to scroll through the
following information displays.
• Coolant Temp
Displays the actual coolant temperature.
• Oil Temperature
Displays the actual oil temperature.
• Oil Pressure
Displays the actual oil pressure.
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When a force greater than zero is measured, the display
will update the value as it climbs. As the G-Force falls,
the peak forces will continue to display.
Gauges 1
When selected, this screen displays the following values:
•Oil Temperature
Shows the actual oil temperature within the range of the
gauge.
• Oil Pressure
Shows the actual oil pressure.
• Battery Voltage
Shows the actual battery voltage.
Gauges 2
When selected, this screen displays the following values:
• Coolant Temperature
Shows the actual coolant temperature within the range of
the gauge.
• Oil Temperature
Shows the actual oil temperature within the range of the
gauge.
• Transmission Temperature
Shows the actual transmission temperature within the
range of the gauge.
• Intake Air Temperature
Shows the actual intake air temperature within the range
of the gauge.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347

Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SN.
The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic
SAE 0W-40 engine oil or equivalent.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity
SAE 0W-40 Full Synthetic engine oil is preferred for use
in all operating temperatures.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481

About Your Brakes....................... .395
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ................398
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .223
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............495
Adding Fuel ............................ .444
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .490
Additives, Fuel .......................... .442
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .218
Airbag ..................................57
Airbag Deployment ........................68
Airbag Light .............................65
Airbag Maintenance ........................70
Airbag, Side ..............................61
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................61
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .483
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................485
Air Conditioning Filter .....................363
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................485
Air Conditioning System ....................360 Air Pressure, Tires
........................ .421
Alarm Light ............................ .307
Alarm, Panic .............................24
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................18
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................494
Disposal ............................. .497
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................398
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................307
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..........18
Appearance Care ........................ .504
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ...........18
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .405
Auto Down Power Windows ..................40
Automatic Door Locks ......................32
Automatic Headlights ..................... .199
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............320
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........360
558 INDEX

Electronic Brake Control System...............400
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................400
Brake Assist System .....................401
Traction Control System ...................400
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......510
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........220
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............402
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......257
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................44
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................468
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................452
Jump Starting ......................... .464
Overheating .......................... .452
Emergency Trunk Release ....................44
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........477
Engine ................................ .475
Air Cleaner .......................... .483
Block Heater ......................... .374Break-In Recommendations
.................94
Checking Oil Level ..................... .480
Compartment ......................... .475
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................493
Cooling ............................. .493
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................95
Fails to Start .......................... .373
Flooded, Starting ...................... .373
Fuel Requirements ..................... .440
Jump Starting ......................... .464
Oil................................. .480
Oil Change Interval ..................... .320
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .481
Oil Selection .......................... .481
Oil Synthetic ......................... .482
Overheating .......................... .452
Starting ............................. .369
Temperature Gauge ..................... .310
Engine
Oil Viscosity ...................... .481
562 INDEX

Engine Fails to Start.....................373
Remote ...............................26
Starting and Operating .....................369
Starting Procedures ....................... .369
Steering Column Controls ...................... .203
Column Lock ......................... .214
Power .............................. .393
Tilt Column .......................... .214
Wheel, Heated ........................ .216
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .214
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............350
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .350
Storage ............................... .518
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .362
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .518
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .468
Sunglasses Storage ....................... .261
Sun Roof .............................. .271Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag
..........57
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .482
System, Remote Starting .....................26
Tachometer ............................. .301
Telescoping Steering Column .................214
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........360
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ............310
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................18
Theft System (Security Alarm) .................18
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .214
Time Delay, Headlight ..................... .199
Tire and Loading Information Placard ...........416
TIREFIT ............................... .453
Tire Markings ........................... .410
Tires...................................98 Aging (Life of Tires) .....................428
Air Pressure .......................... .420
Chains .............................. .430
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INDEX 573