2005 CHRYSLER 300 SRT heating

WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-
age or failure. A tire could explode and injure
someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster
than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And
don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter
what the speed.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It
can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 35 mph (55 km/h).
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
With Ignition Key
Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi-
tions: The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL, the
distance to be traveled must not exceed 30 miles (48 km),
and the towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48
km/h). Exceeding these towing limits may cause a trans-
mission geartrain failure. If the transmission is not op-
erative, or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 30 miles
(48 km), the vehicle must be transported using a flat bed
or the drive shaft disconnected at the rear axle drive
flange.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 233
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WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, the
vehicle should be stopped, the engine shut off and the
vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter, service, including a
tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be ob-
tained immediately.To minimize the possibility of catalyst 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 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
idling or malfunctioning operating conditions.
246 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cooling System........................ 252
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 253
Coolant Capacity..................... 275
Coolant Level.....................252,255
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 255
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 252
Inspection........................... 255
Points to Remember................... 255
Pressure Cap........................ 254
Radiator Cap........................ 254
Selection of Coolant.............253,275,276
Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 111
Cup Holder........................125,264
Customer Assistance.................... 294
Data Recorder, Event..................... 47
Dealer Service......................... 240
Defroster, Windshield..................57,175
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers............... 104
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 238
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................ 101
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 255Door Locks............................ 15
Door Locks, Automatic................... 17
Door Opener, Garage.................... 115
Drive Belts............................ 244
Driver’s Seat Glide Feature................ 91
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 231
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 64
Electrical Power Outlets.................. 123
Electronic Speed Control.................. 111
Electronic Stability Program............... 109
Electronic Vehicle Information Center........ 140
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 232
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 224
Jump Starting........................ 229
Overheating......................... 225
Towing............................. 233
Emission Control System Maintenance....239,278
Engine............................... 237
Air Cleaner.......................... 245
Air Cleaner Filter..................... 244
306 INDEX

Break-In Recommendations............... 56
Checking Oil Level.................... 241
Compartment........................ 237
Coolant (Antifreeze)................252,276
Cooling............................ 252
Exhaust Gas Caution................56,217
Fails to Start......................... 182
Fuel Requirements.................214,275
Oil ..........................241,275,276
Oil Change Interval................... 242
Oil Selection......................242,275
Overheating......................... 225
Temperature Gauge................... 137
Engine Oil Viscosity..................... 243
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................ 243
Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 46
Event Data Recorder..................... 47
Exhaust Gas Caution...............56,217,251
Exhaust System........................ 251
Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 64
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 244Air Conditioning..................177,249
Engine Fuel......................... 245
Engine Oil.......................243,276
Engine Oil Disposal................... 243
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 224
Turn Signal.......................... 134
Flash-To-Pass.......................... 101
Floor Console.......................... 126
Fluid Capacities........................ 275
Fluid Leaks............................ 58
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 258
Cooling System....................... 252
Engine Oil.......................... 241
Power Steering....................... 249
Fluids............................... 276
Fog Lights.........................101,134
Folding Rear Seat....................... 93
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 232
Fuel................................. 214
Adding............................. 218
Additives........................... 216
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Multi-Function Control Lever............... 99
Navigation System...................... 166
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 56
Occupant Restraints...................... 28
Oil, Engine.........................241,276
Capacity............................ 275
Change Interval...................... 242
Checking........................... 241
Disposal............................ 243
Filter...........................243,276
Filter Disposal....................... 243
Materials Added to.................... 243
Recommendation..................242,275
Viscosity............................ 275
Onboard Diagnostic System............238,239
Opener, Garage Door.................... 115
Operator Manuals (Owner’s Manuals)......... 4
Overhead Console...................... 114
Overheating, Engine..................137,225
Owner’s Manual......................4,299Panic Alarm........................... 20
Park Assist System, Rear.................. 85
Parking Brake......................... 191
Parking On Hill........................ 192
Passing Light.......................... 101
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 94
Personal Settings....................... 147
Pets.................................. 55
Phone, Cellular......................... 66
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 66
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 201
Power
Brakes............................. 193
Distribution Center.................... 264
Door Locks.......................... 16
Mirrors............................. 64
Outlet.............................. 123
Seats............................... 87
Steering............................ 196
Steering, Checking.................... 249
Sunroof............................ 120
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 106
Windows............................ 23
INDEX 311
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