2005 CHRYSLER 300 LX manual radio set

The following describes the operation of the SCROLL
buttons in each mode:
Radio Operation
Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next
listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch
will SEEK down for the next listenable station.
Tape Player
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
selection on the cassette. Pressing the bottom of the
switch once will go to the beginning of the current
selection or to the beginning of the previous selection if it
is within the first 5 seconds of the current selection.
If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second selection, three times, it will play the third, etc.
Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to switch the side
of the tape to be played.
CD Player
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch oncewill go to the beginning of the current track or to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.
If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.
Satellite
Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next
listenable satellite channel and pressing the bottom of the
switch will SEEK down for the next listenable satellite
channel.
RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Broadcast Signals
Your new radio will provide excellent reception under
most operating conditions. Like any system, however, car
radios have performance limitations, due to mobile op-
eration and natural phenomena, which might lead you to
believe your sound system is malfunctioning. To help
you understand and save you concern about these ªap-
parentº malfunctions, you must understand a point or
two about the transmission and reception of radio sig-
nals.
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Two Types of Signals
There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or
Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound
causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to
vary... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the
frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound.
Electrical Disturbances
Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during
transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude,
and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They
interfere very little with the frequency variations that
carry the FM signal.
AM Reception
AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception
can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines
and neon signs.
FM Reception
Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia-
tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations
can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear,
which is the major feature of FM radio.
NOTE:On vehicles so equipped the radio, steering
wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD/DVD changer if
equipped, will remain active for 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned off, and the driver door has not
been opened. This feature is programmable through the
electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) Ð if
equipped. Refer to ªDelay Power Off to Accessories Until
Exitº under ªPersonal Settingsº in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center section for details.
CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE
To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition,
take the following precautions:
1. Do not use cassette tapes longer than C-90; otherwise,
sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin-
ished.
2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from
slackness and dust when it is not in use.
3. Keep the cassette tape away from direct sunlight, heat
and magnetic fields such as the radio speakers.
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RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily ªclearº by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
CLIMATE CONTROLS Ð Manual
Air Conditioning
The controls for the heating/air conditioning and venti-
lation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary
knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired
interior conditions.The instrument panel features four dual-vane airflow
registers. Two registers are located on the outer ends of
the instrument panel and two are located in the center of
the instrument panel. These registers can be closed to
partially block airflow.
Press this button to turn on and off the air condi-
tioning. Cool dehumidified air comes through the
outlets selected by the mode selector. Press the button a
second time to turn off the air conditioning. The button
includes an LED that illuminates when compressor op-
eration is selected.
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WARNING!
²Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel
could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery,
booster cables may be used to obtain a start from
another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous
if done improperly, so follow this procedure care-
fully.
²Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing.
Don't lean over battery when attaching clamps or
allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes
in eyes or on skin, flush contaminated area immedi-
ately with large quantities of water.
²A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away from
the vent holes. Do not use a booster battery or any
other booster source with an output that exceeds 12
volts.
NOTE:The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump starting.
NOTE:The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be replaced
with a battery of the same type (vented).
1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry
such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an
inadvertent electrical contact.
2. When boost is provided by a battery in another
vehicle, park that vehicle within booster cable reach and
without letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake,
place the automatic transmission in PARK and turn the
ignition switch to the OFF (or LOCK) position for both
vehicles.
3. Turn off the heater, radio and all unnecessary electrical
loads.
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Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 59
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 356
Safety Information, Tire.................. 228
Safety Tips............................. 58
Satellite Radio......................... 187
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 189
Schedule, Maintenance................... 336
Seat Belt Maintenance................... 314
Seat Belt Reminder...................... 35
Seat Belts.............................. 30
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 34
And Pregnant Women.................. 36
Child Restraint......................50,55
Extender............................ 36
Front Seat............................ 31
Operating Instructions.................. 31
Reminder........................... 145
Seats................................. 89
Glide-To-Exit......................... 95
Heated.............................. 92
Lumbar Support....................... 91
Power.............................. 89
Rear Folding......................... 97Reclining............................ 90
Security Alarm......................... 24
Selection of Coolant..................... 333
Self-Sealing Tires....................... 243
Sentry Key............................ 12
Service Assistance...................... 352
Service Contract........................ 354
Service Engine Soon Light................ 146
Service Manuals........................ 356
Setting the Clock..............158,160,166,176
Settings, Personal....................... 154
Shift Speeds........................... 209
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage............. 34
Side Airbag............................ 43
Signals, Turn.......................... 140
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 276
Snow Chains.......................... 248
Snow Tires............................ 249
Spare Tire............................ 268
Spark Plugs........................... 295
Speed Control......................... 115
Speedometer.......................... 140
Starting.............................. 207
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