2006 CHRYSLER 300 SRT instrument panel

Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the left side of the
instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of
the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights,
instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, and fog
lights.
Multi-Function Lever
The multi-function lever controls the operation of the
turn signals, headlight beam selection, and passing
lights. The lever is located on the left side of the steering
column.
Headlight Switch
Multi-Function Lever
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Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights
Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent
for parking light and instrument panel light operation.
Turn to the second detent for headlight, park light and
instrument panel light operation.
Automatic Headlights
This system automatically turns your headlights ON or
OFF based on ambient light levels. To turn the system
ON, rotate the headlamp switch counter-clockwise to the
AUTO (A) position. When the system is ON, the Head-
light Time Delay feature is also ON. This means your
headlights will stay ON for up to 90 seconds after you
turn the ignition switch OFF. To turn the Automatic
System OFF, move the headlamp switch out of the AUTO
(A) position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come ON in the Automatic mode.
Headlamps On With Wipers
The headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds
after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is
placed in the AUTO position. The headlights will also
turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were
turned on by this feature. This feature can be turned on or
off using the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC). Refer to ”Headlamps On With Wipers” in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center section of this
manual for details.
Headlight Switch
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TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)
WARNING!
TCS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from
acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction
afforded. The TCS cannot prevent accidents, includ-
ing those resulting from excessive speed in turns, or
hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of a
TCS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopar-
dize the user’s safety or the safety of others.
The traction control system is part of the elec-
tronic stability program (ESP). The traction
control system (TCS) warning light is located in
the instrument cluster. The TCS light will flash
as soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to
spin. This indicates that the TCS system is active. If the
TCS warning light begins to flash during acceleration,
ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as
possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to theprevailing road conditions. When the TCS warning light
is illuminated continuously, the TCS is switched off. To
return to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by TCS,
press the electronic stability program switch (the TCS
warning light in the instrument cluster goes out). Avoid
spinning one drive wheel. This may cause serious dam-
age to the drive train.
The electronic stability program switch is located on the
center of the instrument panel. To turn the traction
control system OFF press the electronic stability program
switch until the traction control Indicator in the instru-
ment cluster lights up.
To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with
snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel,
switch off the TCS system by pressing the electronic
stability program switch.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instruments And Controls................132

Premium Instrument Cluster..............133

Instrument Cluster Descriptions...........134

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). 140
▫Trip Functions.......................142
▫Compass Display.....................143
▫Telephone — If Equipped...............145
▫Navigation — If Equipped...............147
▫System Warnings
(Customer Information Features)..........147
▫Personal Settings
(Customer Programmable Features)........147

Setting The Analog Clock................151

Sales Code RAK – AM/FM/Cassette/CD
(6-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio,
Hands Free Phone, Video, MP3, And WMA
Capabilities
..........................152
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......152
▫Operating Instructions — Tape Player.......155
▫Seek Button.........................156
▫Fast Forward (FF).....................156
▫Rewind (RW)........................156
▫Tape Eject...........................156
▫Scan Button.........................156
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▫Changing Tape Direction................156
▫Metal Tape Selection...................156
▫Pinch Roller Release...................156
▫Noise Reduction......................157
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................157
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................158
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files.............159
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
And WMA Audio Play).................161
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 And
WMA Play).........................161

Video Entertainment System
(Sales Code XRV) — If Equipped
..........163

Satellite Radio — If Equipped.............165
▫System Activation.....................165▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)....................165
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In REF And RAK
Radio..............................166
▫Selecting a Channel....................166
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......167
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................167
▫PTY ButtonScan.....................167
▫PTY ButtonSeek.....................167
▫Satellite Antenna......................167
▫Reception Quality.....................167

Navigation System (Sales Code REC) — If
Equipped
............................168

Remote Sound System Controls...........168
▫Radio Operation......................169
▫Tape Player.........................169
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▫CD Player..........................170
▫Satellite............................170

Radio General Information...............170
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................170
▫Two Types Of Signals..................170
▫Electrical Disturbances..................170
▫AM Reception.......................171
▫FM Reception........................171

Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance......171

CD/DVD Disc Maintenance..............172

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones.......172

Climate Controls......................173
▫Automatic Temperature Control...........173
▫Summer Operation....................178
▫Winter Operation.....................179
▫Vacation Storage......................179
▫Window Fogging.....................179
▫Outside Air Intake....................179
▫A/C Air Filter — If Equipped............179
▫Operating Tips.......................180
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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