2007 CHRYSLER 300 SRT service indicator

Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva-
lent to the originals in size, quality and performance
when replacement is needed (refer to the paragraph on
“Tread Wear Indicators”). Refer to the “Tire and Loading
Information” placard for the size designation of your tire.
The service description and load identification will be
found on the original equipment tire. Failure to use
equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the
safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle. We recommend
that you contact your original equipment or an autho-
rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire
specifications or capability.WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combina-
tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change
suspension dimensions and performance charac-
teristics, resulting in changes to steering, han-
dling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause
unpredictable handling and stress to steering and
suspension components. You could lose control
and have an accident resulting in serious injury or
death. Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load
ratings approved for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have an accident.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light.” It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your dealer for service as soon as
possible.CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the “Malfunction Indicator
Light” on could cause further damage to the emis-
sion control system. It could also affect fuel economy
and driveability. The vehicle must be serviced before
any emissions tests can be performed.
If the “Malfunction Indicator Light” is flashing
while the engine is running, severe catalytic con-
verter damage and power loss will soon occur. Im-
mediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — if equipped. If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
odometer reset button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
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A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states, which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn off
the ignition key or start the engine. This means that
your vehicle’s OBD system isnot readyand you
shouldnotproceed to the I/M station.
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REPLACEMENT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights.............. W5W
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Light............. 579
Overhead Console Reading Lights............. 578
Visor Vanity Lights.....................A6220
Glove Box Light......................... 194
Door Courtesy.......................... 562
Shift Indicator Light................. JKLE14140
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your dealer for re-
placement instructions.
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.
LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number
Low Beam Headlight – High
Intensity Discharge (HID).................. D1S
(Serviced at Dealer)
High Beam Headlight.....................9005
Front Park/Turn Light..................3157AKFront Fog Light........9145/H10 (Serviced at Dealer)
Front Side Marker........ W5W(Serviced at Dealer)
Tail/Stop Light.........................3057
Tail Light.............................3057
Turn Signal Light........................3057
Backup Light...........................3057
Center High Mount Stop Light (CHMSL)....... LED
License.............................. W5W
BULB REPLACEMENT
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and
Park/Turn Light
High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID)
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlight switch off and the key removed.Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb
yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
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Check Engine Light
(MalfunctionIndicatorLight) .............. 273
Child Restraint................... 47,49,52,53
Child Restraint Tether Anchors........... 50,52
Child Safety Locks....................... 23
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 246
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 297
Climate Control........................ 183
Clock ..........................157,160,171
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance........... 182
Compass............................. 149
Compass Calibration.................... 149
Compass Variance...................... 149
Computer, Trip/Travel................... 147
Console.............................. 127
Console, Floor......................... 127
Console, Overhead...................... 115
Contract, Service....................... 340
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)........ 289
Cooling System........................ 287
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 289
Coolant Capacity..................... 313Coolant Level.....................287,290
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 290
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 287
Inspection........................... 290
Points to Remember................... 290
Pressure Cap........................ 289
Radiator Cap........................ 289
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)....288,313,314
Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 109
CruiseLight ........................... 136
CupHolder ........................126,299
Customer Assistance.................... 338
Data Recorder, Event..................... 46
Daytime Running Lights.................. 98
Dealer Service......................... 274
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 191
Defroster, Windshield.................. 58,187
Delay(Intermittent)Wipers ............... 101
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 272
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 99
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 290
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Fog ............................. 98,136
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 256
Headlight Switch...................... 95
Headlights........................ 95,307
Headlights On With Wipers........... 96,102
High Beam........................ 99,140
High Beam Indicator................... 140
IlluminatedEntry ...................... 17
Instrument Cluster.................. 95,136
Interior ..........................100,115
License............................. 312
Lights On Reminder.................... 98
Low Fuel........................... 136
LowTire ............................ 141
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)...... 143
Oil Pressure......................... 143
Passing............................. 99
Reading............................ 115
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 140
Service............................. 307
Service Engine Soon
(MalfunctionIndicator) .................. 143
SmartBeams.......................... 96Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS).......141,239
Traction Control...................... 219
Turn Signal........................ 98,136
VanityMirror ......................... 65
Voltage ............................. 142
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 136
Load Leveling System................... 129
Loading Vehicle.....................252,253
Capacities........................... 253
Tires ............................... 225
Locks................................ 21
AutoUnlock ......................... 23
ChildProtection ....................... 23
Door............................... 21
Power Door.......................... 21
Low Tire Pressure System................ 239
Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH).................... 50,52
Lubrication, Body....................... 284
Lumbar Support........................ 87
Maintenance Free Battery................. 281
Maintenance Procedures.................. 275
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Maintenance Schedule................... 318
Schedule “A”........................ 331
Schedule “B”........................ 321
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)......................143,273
Manual, Service........................ 341
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 90
Memory Seat........................... 90
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 90
Methanol............................. 247
Mini-Trip Computer..................... 147
Mirrors ............................... 63
AutomaticDimming .................... 63
Electric Remote....................... 64
ExteriorFolding ....................... 64
Heated.............................. 65
Outside ............................. 63
Vanity .............................. 65
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 239
Mopar Parts........................274,340
MTBE/ETBE.......................... 247
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 98Navigation Radio....................... 170
Navigation System...................... 170
NewVehicleBreak-InPeriod ............... 55
Occupant Restraints...................... 30
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 246
Odometer............................ 140
Trip ............................... 140
Oil, Engine.........................275,314
Capacity............................ 313
Change Interval...................... 276
Checking........................... 275
Dipstick ............................ 275
Disposal............................ 278
Filter...........................278,314
Filter Disposal....................... 278
Materials Added to.................... 277
Recommendation..................277,313
Viscosity.........................277,313
Onboard Diagnostic System............272,273
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ......... 116
Operating Precautions................... 272
Outside Rearview Mirrors................. 63
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Rear Folding......................... 89
Reclining ............................ 86
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............ 15,140
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........288,314
Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................. 12
Service Assistance...................... 338
Service Contract........................ 340
Service Engine Soon Light
(MalfunctionIndicator) .................. 143
Service Manuals........................ 341
Setting the Clock.................157,160,171
Settings, Personal....................... 153
Shifting.............................. 199
Automatic Transmission.............199,203
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage............. 34
Shoulder Belts.......................... 30
Side Airbag............................ 43
Signals, Turn........................ 98,136
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 209
SmartBeams............................ 96
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................ 235
Snow Tires............................ 236
Spark Plugs........................... 278Speed Control (Cruise Control)............. 109
Speedometer.......................... 136
Starting.............................. 196
Automatic Transmission................ 197
Engine Fails to Start................... 197
Starting and Operating................... 196
Starting Procedures..................... 196
Steering
Column Controls...................... 98
Linkage............................ 284
Power...........................213,284
TiltColumn ......................... 107
Wheel, Tilt.......................... 107
Steering Wheel Mounted
Sound System Controls.................. 179
Storage ...........................127,306
Storage, Vehicle.....................188,306
StoringYourVehicle ..................... 306
Sun Roof............................. 121
Sunglasses Storage...................... 115
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 38
System, Navigation..................... 170
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