2005 CHRYSLER 300 SRT hood release

CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals
or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage
to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become
limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in
the adjustable pedal’s path.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood. First, pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95
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If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints
The suspension ball joints should be inspected for exter-
nal leakage or damage when other maintenance is per-
formed.
Steering Linkage
The tie rod end ball joints should be inspected for
external leakage or damage when other maintenance is
performed.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, trunk and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing otherunderhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality MoparLock Cylinder Lubri-
cant or equivalent directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield
should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth
and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accu-
mulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
250 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Clean Air........................... 215
Filler Cap........................... 218
Filter.............................. 245
Gasoline............................ 214
Gauge............................. 138
Hoses.............................. 259
Octane Rating........................ 276
Requirements.....................214,275
Tank Capacity........................ 275
Fueling.............................. 218
Fuses................................ 264
Garage Door Opener.................... 115
GasCap .............................. 218
Gasoline............................. 214
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 215
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 215
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 137
Fuel............................... 138
Speedometer......................... 134
Tachometer.......................... 134
General Information.................15,20,213Glass Cleaning......................... 263
Gross Axle Weight Rating................. 220
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............... 220
Ground Clearance...................... 214
Hands-Free Phone....................... 66
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 224
Head Restraints......................... 92
Headlight Washers...................105,251
Headlights............................ 270
High Beam.......................... 101
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch...... 101
On With Wipers...................100,104
Passing............................. 101
Switch............................98,99
Time Delay.......................... 100
Washers.........................105,251
Heated Seats........................... 88
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . 101
Holder, Cup........................... 125
Homelink Transmitter................... 115
Hood Release.......................... 95
Horn................................. 12
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