2005 CHRYSLER 300 belt

WARNING!
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and
be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner
only when the vehicle is parked.
Lumbar Support
This feature allows you to increase or decrease the
amount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever for-
ward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired
amount of lumbar support.
Lumbar Support Control Lever
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setting 1, and the second transmitter trained will be
associated with memory setting 2. Additional transmit-
ters will not be associated with a memory setting.
Driver's Seat Glide ±To ± Exit Feature Ð If
Equipped
This feature provides ease of entry and exit for the driver
by moving the driver's seat approximately 2±1/8 inches
(55mm) rearward on exit and the same distance forward
after entry, provided that the seat is not in the full
rearward position.
After entry, the seat will return to its previously set
position after one of the following occurs:
²The ignition switch is turned on
²The seatbelt is fastened (the seat moves when the seat
belt buckle is buckled.)
The seat moves when the seat belt buckle is buckled.This feature can be turned off by performing the follow-
ing procedure:
1. Press and hold the Set (S) button on the memory seat
switch (located on the driver's door panel).
2. Move the horizontal seat switch rearward.
3. Release the Set (S) button and the horizontal seat
switch.
During exit, the seat will move rearward from the set
position when the key is removed from the ignition
providing that the seat is not in the full rearward
position.
This feature can be turned on or off by performing the
following procedure.
1. Press and hold the Set (S) button.
2. Move the horizontal seat switch rearward.
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WARNING!
²Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
²In an accident, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are properly secured too.
²Do not allow small children to operate the sun-
roof. Never allow fingers or other body parts, or
any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
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Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
The tie-downs located on cargo area floor and on the rear
trim panels should be used to safely secure loads when
vehicle is moving.
WARNING!
²Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a
child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion a hook could pull loose and allow the child
seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured.
Use only the anchors provided for child seat
tethers.
²The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and
vehicle handling. To avoid loss of control result-
ing in personal injury, follow these guidelines for
loading your vehicle:
²Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
²Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the
vehicle to sway.
²Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the
seatback. This could impair visibility or become a
dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.
WARNING!
To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear
cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes
only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and
use seat belts.
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17. Transmission Range Indicator
This display indicator shows the automatic transmission
gear selection.
18. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb
check. During the bulb check, if the driver's seat
belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb
check or when driving, if the driver seat belt remains
unbuckled, the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or
remain on continuously. Refer to9Enhanced Driver
Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlertŸ)9in the Occu-
pant Restraints section for more information.
19. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
20. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control system. If a prob-
lem is detected the light will come on while
the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key
when the vehicle has completely stopped and the gearselector is placed in the PARK position. The light
should turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine
running your vehicle will usually be drivable, how-
ever, see your dealer for service as soon as possible. If
the light is flashing when the engine is running,
immediate service is required and you may experience
reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or en-
gine stall and your vehicle may require towing. The
light will come on when the ignition is first turned on
and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does
not come on during starting, have the system checked
by an authorized dealer.
21. Tire Pressure Monitor Warning Light Ð If
Equipped
This light will turn on continuously when
there is a Low tire pressure condition. The
light will also turn on if a problem exist with
any tire sensor. When a system fault is
detected, the indicator lamp will flash repetitively for
ten seconds. The flash cycle will repeat every ten
minutes or until the fault condition is removed and
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Pressing the FUNCTION SELECT button ac-
cepts a selected choice. The Function Select
button also advances the radio preset when the
EVIC is in the Compass/Temp/Audio screen.
Use the SCROLL buttons to scroll through Trip
Functions, Navigation (If Equipped), System
Status Messages, and Personal Settings (Cus-
tomer Programmable Features). The SCROLL
buttons also seek up and down (radio station or CD track
number).
The AUDIO MODE SELECT button is used to
select the Compass/Temp/Audio screen. If
Compass/Temp/Audio is already being dis-
played when the AUDIO MODE SELECT but-
ton is pressed, the radio mode will change from AM to
FM to Tape to CD, or to Satellite (SAT) depending on
which radio is in the vehicle. This button can also be used
to return to a previous navigation menu selection.
When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the following
messages.²Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime)
²Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
²Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
²Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single
chime)
²Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single
chime)
²RKE Battery Low (with a single chime)
²Memory #1/#2 Profile Set
²Memory #1/#2 Profile Recall
²Memory System Disabled ± Vehicle Not In Park (with
a single chime)
²Memory System Disabled ± Seat Belt Buckled (with a
single chime)
²Personal Settings Not Available ± Vehicle Not in Park
²Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a single
chime if speed is above 1 mph)
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4. Connect one end of the jumper cable to the remote
jump start positive battery post (A) in the engine com-
partment. Connect the other end of the same cable to the
positive terminal of the booster battery. Refer to the
following illustration for jump starting connections.
5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal
of the booster battery andthen to the engine ground (B)
of the vehicle with the discharged battery.Make sure
you have a good contact on the engine ground. Refer to
the following illustration for jump starting connections.
6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the
engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above
sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
Jump Starting
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
m2.7L Engine..........................284
m3.5L Engine..........................285
m5.7L Engine..........................286
mOnboard Diagnostic System Ð OBD II......287
mEmissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs
............................288
mReplacement Parts.....................289
mDealer Service........................289
mMaintenance Procedures.................290
NEngine Oil..........................290
NEngine Oil Filter......................295NDrive Belts Ð Check Condition And
Tensioner...........................295
NSpark Plugs.........................295
NEngine Air Cleaner Filter................295
NFuel Filter..........................296
NCatalytic Converter....................296
NMaintenance-Free Battery................297
NAir Conditioner Maintenance.............299
NA/C Air Filter.......................300
NPower Steering Ð Fluid Check............300
NFront & Rear Suspension Ball Joints........301
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