2008 CHRYSLER 300 C Owners Manual

front-opening lid allows for easy access to the storage
compartment for the both the driver and the front
passenger.
Cargo Area
The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying
versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling
nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters. When
the seats are folded down, they provide a continuous,
nearly flat extension of the load floor.
When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make
sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the
seatback above the seat strap.
WARNING!
•Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback in not securely locked into
position, the seat will not provide the proper
stability for child seats and/or passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
•The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in an accident. Children
should be seated and using the proper restraint
system.
•To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The
rear cargo space is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit
in seats and use seat belts.
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WARNING!
•The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve-
hicle handling. To avoid loss of control resulting
in personal injury, follow these guidelines for
loading your vehicle:
•Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the
vehicle to sway.
•Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the
seatback. This could impair visibility or become a
dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The automatic load leveling system will provide a level-
riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading
conditions.
A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers
raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes
approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling
to complete depending on road surface conditions.
If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15
hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The
vehicle must be driven to reset the system.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
\1Instrument Panel And Controls.............199
\1Base Instrument Cluster..................200
\1Premium Instrument Cluster...............201
\1Instrument Cluster Descriptions............202
\1Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —
If Equipped...........................213
\3Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................215
\3Oil Change Required...................218
\3Trip Functions.......................219\3Compass Display.....................222
\3Telephone — If Equipped...............224
\3Navigation — If Equipped...............226
\3Personal Settings
(Customer Programmable Features)........227
\1Setting The Analog Clock.................232
\1Radio General Information................232
\3Radio Broadcast Signals.................232
\3Two Types Of Signals..................2324

\3Electrical Disturbances..................233
\3AM Reception.......................233
\3FM Reception........................233
\1Sales Code REN — Multimedia System —
If Equipped...........................234
\3Operating Instructions —
Satellite Radio (If Equipped).............234
\3Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect™)
(If Equipped)........................235
\3Clock Setting Procedure.................235
\1Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And
6–Disc CD/DVD Changer
(MP3/WMA AUX Jack)..................237
\3Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......237\3Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)....245
\3Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files........247
\3List Button
(Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play)..........250
\3Info Button
(Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play)..........250
\1Sales Code RER — Multimedia System —
If Equipped...........................252
\3Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio.....253
\3Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect™)
(If Equipped)........................253
\3Clock Setting Procedure.................253
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\1Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)................256
\3Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......256
\3Operation Instructions - CD Mode For CD And
MP3 Audio Play......................262
\3Notes On Playing MP3 Files.............264
\3List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......267
\3Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......267
\1Satellite Radio (RSC) — If Equipped
(REQ And RES Radios Only)...............268
\3System Activation.....................268
\3Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................269
\3Selecting Satellite Mode.................269\3Satellite Antenna......................269
\3Reception Quality.....................270
\3Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode......270
\3Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................272
\3Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VES\2) (If Equipped).............272
\1Video Entertainment System — If Equipped....272
\1Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) —
If Equipped...........................275
\3Connecting The iPod\2..................275
\3Controlling The iPod\2Using Radio Buttons . . . 275
\3Play Mode..........................276
\3List Or Browse Mode..................278
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\1Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 279
\1CD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............281
\1Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........281
\1Climate Controls.......................281
\3Manual Air Conditioning And
Heating System......................282\3Automatic Temperature Control —
If Equipped.........................284
\3Operating Tips.......................290
\1Rear Window Features...................293
\3Electric Rear Window Defroster...........293
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
1 — Air Outlet 6 — Glove Box 11 — Ash Tray* 16 — Headlight Switch
2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Radio 12 — Storage Compartment* * If Equipped
3 — Hazard Switch 8 — Climate Control 13 — Ignition Switch
4 — Analog Clock 9 — Heated Seat Switch* 14 — Hood Release
5 — Electronic Stability Program Off Button* /
Traction Control System Off Button*10 — Power Outlet 15 — Trunk Release SwitchUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199
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