2008 CHRYSLER 300 C maintenance

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...............................81
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL................................... 195
5STARTING AND OPERATING................................................. 295
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...............................................391
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE............................................... 411
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES.................................................. 477
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE..........................................485
10INDEX....................................................................495
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be
aware of all safety warnings.
When it comes to service, remember that your dealer
knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-
cians and genuine Mopar\2parts, and is interested in
your satisfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this owner manual:
4 INTRODUCTION

\3To Accelerate For Passing...............151
\1Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —
If Equipped...........................152
\3Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation . . . 154
\3Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . . . 154
\3To Activate..........................155
\3To Set a Desired Speed.................156
\3To Cancel...........................157
\3ToTurnOff .........................157
\3To Resume Speed.....................158
\3To Vary The Speed Setting...............158
\3Setting The Following Distance In ACC......159
\3Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu......162\3Display Warnings & Maintenance..........165
\3Precautions While Driving With ACC.......168
\3General Information...................172
\1Rear Park Assist System — If Equipped.......172
\1Overhead Console......................176
\3Courtesy/Reading Lights................176
\3Sunglasses Storage....................177
\1Garage Door Opener — If Equipped.........177
\3Programming HomeLink\2...............178
\3Gate Operator/Canadian Programming.....181
\3Using HomeLink\2.....................182
\3Reprogramming a Single HomeLink\2Button . . 182
\3Security............................182
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\3Troubleshooting Tips...................183
\3General Information...................183
\1Power Sunroof — If Equipped.............184
\3Opening Sunroof - Express..............185
\3Closing Sunroof - Express...............185
\3Pinch Protect Feature...................185
\3Pinch Protect Override.................185
\3Venting Sunroof - Express...............185
\3Sunshade Operation...................186
\3Wind Buffeting.......................186
\3Sunroof Maintenance...................186\3Ignition Off Operation..................186
\3Sunroof Fully Closed...................187
\1Electrical Power Outlets..................187
\3Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......188
\1Cup Holders..........................189
\3Front Seat Cup Holders.................189
\3Rear Seat Cup Holders.................189
\1Storage..............................190
\3Console Features......................190
\3CargoArea..........................192
\1Load Leveling System — If Equipped........193
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85
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Display Warnings & Maintenance
ACC Blinded Warning
The ACC Blinded Warning will display when conditions
temporarily limit system performance. This most often
occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow, fog,
heavy rain, or when driving into direct sunlight (sunrise
or sunset). The ACC system may also become tempo-
rarily blinded due to obstructions, such as dirt or ice. In
these cases, the EVIC will display “ACC Blinded.”
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If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located behind the grille,
slightly offset from the center of the grille.
To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor-
tant to note the following maintenance items:•Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to
damage the sensor lens.
•Do not remove any screws from the sensor or the
sensor mount. Doing so could cause an ACC system
malfunction or failure and require a sensor re-
alignment.
•If the sensor is damaged due to an accident, see your
authorized dealer for service.
•Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor,
including transparent material or aftermarket grilles.
Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
When the condition that deactivated the system is no
longer present, the system will return to the “ACC Off”
state and will resume function by simply reactivating it.
ACC Sensor Location
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Sunshade Operation
The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
NOTE:The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is
open.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, then open the front and rear
windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the
buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, then adjust the
sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any
window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
Ignition Off Operation
For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch
will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch
is turned off. Opening either front door will cancel this
feature.
For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof
switch will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. For
details, refer to “Delay Power Off to Accessories Until
Exit,” under “Personal Settings (Customer Program-
mable Features),” under “Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual.
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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
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL