2006 CHRYSLER 300 SRT brake light

WARNING!
Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.
You could have an accident. If you see any signs of
cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake
hoses replaced immediately.
Brake Fluid Level Check
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing underhood services, or immediately if
the brake system warning light indicates system failure.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid, refer
to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
for correct fluid type.
WARNING!
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
•Use of a brake fluid that has a lower initial boiling
point than the recommended MOPAR DOT 3
product or a brake fluid that is unidentified as to
FMVSS specification may result in sudden brake
failure during hard prolonged braking. You could
have an accident.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
264 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Front Power Distribution Center Fuses
Cavity Fuse Circuits
1 20 Amp Yellow Left High Beam Headlight
2 20 Amp Yellow Right High Beam Head-
light
3— —
4 20 Amp Yellow Horn
5 25 Amp Clear Headlamp Washer
6 15 Amp Dk. Blue Front Control Module
(FCM)
7 20 Amp Yellow Fog Lamp
8 15 Amp Dk. Blue Park Lamp
9 15 Amp Dk. Blue Non ABS Brakes
10 5 Amp Orange Starter
11 20 Amp Yellow Auto Shutdown/
Powertrain Control Mod-
ule (PCM)
12 — —
13 — —
Cavity Fuse Circuits
14 25 Amp Clear Powertrain Control Mod-
ule
15 20 Amp Yellow Injectors, Ignition Coils
16 15 Amp Dk. Blue Powertrain Control Mod-
ule
17 30 Amp Pink Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Valves
18 30 Amp Pink Windshield Wiper/Washer
19 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan
20 20 Amp Lt. Blue Starter
21 50 Amp Red ABS Pump Motor
22 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan High/Low
23 50 Amp Red High Intensity Lighting
24 60 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan
25 30 Amp Pink Lighting Left High Beam/
Right Low Beam
26 — —
27 30 Amp Pink Lighting Left Low Beam/
Right High Beam
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Once a Month
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder, and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
•Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
•
Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension
components.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............. 195
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 259
Adding Fuel.......................... 224
Adding Washer Fluid..............104,105,257
Additives, Fuel........................ 222
Adjustable Pedals....................... 94
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 254
Air Conditioning Filter................179,255
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 180
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 255
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 209
Airbag................................ 35
Airbag Deployment....................39,45
Airbag Light....................40,47,57,135
Airbag Maintenance...................... 46
Airbag, Side........................... 43
Airbag, Window......................35,43
Alarm System.......................... 21
Alignment and Balance.................. 214
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 167
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............259,281
Disposal............................ 260Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 195
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 135
Anti-Theft Security Alarm................. 21
Appearance Care....................... 266
Auto Down Power Windows............... 23
Auto Up Power Windows................. 24
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 63
Automatic Door Locks.................... 17
Automatic Headlights.................... 99
Automatic Temperature Control............ 173
Automatic Transmission............185,265,266
Adding Fluid.....................266,282
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 266
Fluid Change........................ 266
Fluid Level Check..................... 265
Fluid Type.......................... 282
Autostick..........................187,192
Ball Joints............................ 256
Battery............................... 253
Jump Starting........................ 235
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 21
Location.........................236,253
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Bearings.............................. 266
Belts, Drive........................... 250
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 256
B-Pillar Location....................... 204
Brake Assist System..................... 108
Brake, Parking......................... 194
Brake System.......................195,262
Anti-Lock........................... 195
Fluid Check......................264,282
Hoses.............................. 263
Warning Light....................... 136
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 192
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 56
Bulb Replacement...................... 276
Bulbs, Light........................... 275
Calibration, Compass.................... 144
Capacities, Fluid....................... 281
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 224
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 260
Car Washes........................... 267
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............56,223Cargo Tie-Downs....................... 126
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 171
Catalytic Converter..................... 251
CD Player............................ 152
Cellular Phone.......................... 66
Chains, Tire........................... 217
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 201
Child Restraint...................48,50,52,54
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 52
Child Safety Locks....................... 17
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 221
Climate Control........................ 173
Clock.............................151,153
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 172
Compass............................. 143
Compass Calibration.................... 144
Compass Variance...................... 144
Computer, Trip/Travel................... 142
Console.............................. 126
Console, Floor......................... 126
Console, Overhead...................... 113
Contract, Service....................... 302
Coolant Pressure Cap.................... 260
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Air Cleaner Filter..................... 251
Break-In Recommendations............... 56
Checking Oil Level.................... 247
Compartment........................ 243
Coolant (Antifreeze)................258,282
Cooling............................ 258
Exhaust Gas Caution................56,223
Fails to Start......................... 184
Fuel Requirements.................220,281
Oil ..........................247,281,282
Oil Change Interval................... 248
Oil Selection......................249,281
Overheating......................... 230
Temperature Gauge................... 137
Engine Oil Viscosity..................... 249
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................ 249
Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 46
Event Data Recorder..................... 47
Exhaust Gas Caution...............56,223,257
Exhaust System........................ 257
Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 64Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 251
Air Conditioning..................179,255
Engine Fuel......................... 251
Engine Oil.......................250,282
Engine Oil Disposal................... 250
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 230
Turn Signal.......................... 134
Flash-To-Pass.......................... 101
Floor Console.......................... 126
Fluid Capacities........................ 281
Fluid Leaks............................ 58
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 264
Cooling System....................... 258
Engine Oil.......................... 247
Power Steering....................... 255
Fluids............................... 282
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts........ 282
Fog Lights.........................100,134
Folding Rear Seat....................... 93
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 238
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Homelink Transmitter................... 114
Hood Release.......................... 95
Horn................................. 12
Hoses............................262,265
Ignition
Key ................................ 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 15
Immobilizer............................ 12
Infant Restraint......................... 49
Information Center, Vehicle............... 140
Instrument Cluster...................133,134
Instrument Panel and Controls............. 132
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 269
Interior Appearance Care................. 268
Interior Fuses.......................... 270
Interior Lights.......................... 97
Intermittent Wipers..................... 103
Introduction............................ 4
Jump Starting......................... 235
Key, Programming....................... 14Key, Replacement....................... 13
Key, Sentry............................ 12
Key-In Reminder........................ 12
Keyless Entry System..................... 18
Keys................................. 11
Knee Bolster........................... 35
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 28
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................. 52
Latch Plate............................ 29
Latches
Hood............................... 95
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 220
Lights..............................58,96
Airbag.......................40,47,57,135
Anti-Lock........................... 135
Automatic Headlights................... 99
Brake Warning....................... 136
Bulb Replacement..................... 275
Courtesy/Reading..................... 96
Daytime Running..................... 100
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............98,101
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Outside............................. 64
Vanity.............................. 65
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 214
Mopar Parts........................246,302
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 98
Navigation System...................... 168
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 56
Occupant Restraints...................... 27
Oil, Engine.........................247,282
Capacity............................ 281
Change Interval...................... 248
Checking........................... 247
Disposal............................ 250
Filter...........................250,282
Filter Disposal....................... 250
Materials Added to.................... 249
Recommendation..................249,281
Viscosity............................ 281
Onboard Diagnostic System............244,245
Opener, Garage Door.................... 114Operator Manuals (Owner’s Manuals)......... 4
Overhead Console...................... 113
Overheating, Engine..................137,230
Owner’s Manual......................4,303
Panic Alarm........................... 20
Park Assist System, Rear.................. 85
Parking Brake......................... 194
Parking On Hill........................ 194
Passing Light.......................... 101
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 94
Personal Settings....................... 147
Pets.................................. 55
Phone, Cellular......................... 66
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 66
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 204
Power
Brakes............................. 195
Distribution Center.................... 270
Door Locks.......................... 16
Mirrors............................. 64
Outlet.............................. 122
Seats............................... 87
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