2008 CHRYSLER 300 lights

process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag
inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin,
eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation,
rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat
irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues,
see your doctor. If these particles settle on your
clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for cleaning.
•It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the
airbags have been deployed. If you are involved in
another collision, the airbags will not be in place to
protect you.
WARNING!
Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli-
sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment,
with the vehicle stopped, and the vehicle communication
network intact, and the power intact, the Enhanced
Accident Response System performs the following func-
tions:
•Cuts off fuel to the engine.
•Flashes hazard lights.
•Turns on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.
•Unlocks the doors automatically.
NOTE:The interior lights can only be deactivated if the
key is removed from the ignition switch or the vehicle is
driven.
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Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see you
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper-
able.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and sidewall for
cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Check the tires (including spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
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▫Advanced Phone Connectivity............107
▫Things You Should Know About Your
UConnect™ System....................109
▫General Information...................117

Seats................................117
▫Power Seats.........................117
▫Power Reclining Seats..................118
▫Lumbar Support......................119
▫Head Restraints......................120
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped.............120
▫Folding Rear Seat.....................123

Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped.........124
▫Programming The Memory Feature........124▫Linking & Unlinking The Remote Keyless
Transmitter To The Memory Feature........125
▫Memory Position Recall.................126
▫Easy Entry/Exit Seat
(Available With Memory Seat Only)........127

To Open And Close The Hood.............128

Lights...............................130
▫Headlight Switch.....................130
▫Automatic Headlights – If Equipped........131
▫Headlights On With Wipers
(Available With Auto Headlights Only)......132
▫SmartBeams — If Equipped..............132
▫Headlight Time Delay..................133
▫Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped.....134
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▫Lights-On Reminder...................134
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............134
▫Multi-Function Lever...................134
▫Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights.....136
▫Interior Lights.......................136

Windshield Wipers And Washers............138
▫Intermittent Wiper System...............138
▫Mist Feature.........................139
▫Windshield Washers...................139
▫Headlights On With Wipers
(Available With Auto Headlights Only)......139
▫Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped........140
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................141
Headlight Washers — If Equipped...........142
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................143

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column...........144

Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column —
If Equipped...........................145

Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped...........147

Electronic Speed Control..................148
▫Electronic Speed Control Operation........149
▫To Activate..........................149
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............150
▫To Deactivate........................150
▫To Resume Speed.....................150
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............150
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▫To Accelerate For Passing...............151

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —
If Equipped...........................152
▫Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation . . . 154
▫Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . . . 154
▫To Activate..........................155
▫To Set a Desired Speed.................156
▫To Cancel...........................157
▫ToTurnOff .........................157
▫To Resume Speed.....................158
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............158
▫Setting The Following Distance In ACC......159
▫Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu......162▫Display Warnings & Maintenance..........165
▫Precautions While Driving With ACC.......168
▫General Information...................172

Rear Park Assist System — If Equipped.......172

Overhead Console......................176
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights................176
▫Sunglasses Storage....................177

Garage Door Opener — If Equipped.........177
▫Programming HomeLink...............178
▫Gate Operator/Canadian Programming.....181
▫Using HomeLink.....................182
▫Reprogramming a Single HomeLinkButton . . 182
▫Security............................182
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Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped
Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged. The
hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to
resist damage. The hinge has three detent positions, full
forward, full rearward, and normal.
Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Inside
Rearview Mirror. This feature is also available on the
passenger outside mirror of mirrors equipped with turn
signal and approach lighting.
Outside Mirrors with Turn Signal & Approach
Lighting — If Equipped
Driver and passenger outside mirrors with turn signal
and approach lighting contain four LEDs, which are
located in the upper outer corner of each mirror.Three of the LEDs are turn signal indicators, which flash
with the corresponding turn signal lights in the front and
rear of the vehicle. Turning on the hazard flashers will
also activate these LEDs.
The fourth (uppermost) LED supplies illuminated entry
lighting, which turns on in both mirrors when you use
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or open any
door. This LED shines outward to illuminate the front
and rear door handles. It also shines downward to
illuminate the area in front of the doors.
The illuminated entry lighting fades to off after about 30
seconds or it will fade to off immediately once the
ignition switch is turned ON from the LOCK position.
NOTE:The approach lighting will not function when
the gear selector lever is moved out of the “P” (Park)
position.
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NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory
Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter or the memory switch on the driver’s door
panel to return the power mirrors to pre-programmed
positions. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in this section
for details.
Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature
is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window
Defrost.
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the
mirror cover upward. The light turns on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
Power Mirror Control
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LIGHTS
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, instru-
ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte-
rior lights, and fog lights.
Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent
for parking light and instrument panel light operation.
Turn it to the second detent for headlight, parking light,
and instrument panel light operation.
Headlight Switch
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