2008 CHRYSLER 300 SRT contents

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...............................79
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL................................... 193
5STARTING AND OPERATING................................................. 293
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...............................................369
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE............................................... 383
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES.................................................. 439
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE..........................................447
10INDEX....................................................................457
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS

Introduction........................... 4

How To Use This Manual.................. 4

Warnings And Cautions................... 6
Vehicle Identification Number............... 6

Vehicle Modifications / Alterations........... 7
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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 authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained
technicians and genuine Moparparts, 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 back 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’s Manual.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

A Word About Your Keys..................12
▫Wireless Ignition Node (WIN).............12
▫FOB With Integrated Key.................13
▫Tip Start Feature.......................14
▫Ignition Key Removal...................14
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder................15

Sentry KeyImmobilizer System.............15
▫Replacement Keys......................16
▫Customer Sentry Key(FOB) Programming....17▫General Information....................18

Security Alarm System — If Equipped.........18
▫Rearming Of The System.................18
▫To Arm The System.....................19
▫To Disarm The System...................19

Illuminated Entry System..................20

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................20
▫To Unlock The Doors...................21
▫To Lock The Doors.....................22
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Mirrors ...............................84
▫Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror..........84
▫Outside Mirrors.......................85
▫Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature —
If Equipped..........................85
▫Driver’s-Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer....86
▫Tilt In Reverse Feature...................86
▫Power Remote Control Mirrors.............86
▫Heated Remote Control Mirrors............87▫Illuminated Vanity Mirrors................88

Hands-Free Communication (UConnect)—
If Equipped............................88
▫Operation............................90
▫Phone Call Features....................97
▫UConnectSystem Features..............100
▫Advanced Phone Connectivity............105
▫Things You Should Know About
Your UConnectSystem................106
▫General Information...................115
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instrument Panel And Controls.............197

Premium Instrument Cluster...............198

Instrument Cluster Descriptions............199

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . 209
▫Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................211
▫Trip Functions.......................215
▫Performance Pages — If Equipped.........217
▫Compass Display.....................220▫Telephone — If Equipped...............222
▫Navigation — If Equipped...............224
▫Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) –
If Equipped.........................225
▫System Warnings (Customer Information
Features)...........................225
▫Personal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................226

Setting The Analog Clock.................231

Radio General Information................2314

The KMS1Video Surround mode activates whenever a
video source is selected, unless the system is already in
“Audio Surround” mode. DSS modes for video sources
are “Stereo,” “Audio Surround,” and “Video Surround.”
When in Video Surround mode, balance and fade are set
automatically by the KMS1system to provide the
ultimate surround sound experience.
UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) — IF
EQUIPPED
NOTE:This section is for sales code RES and REQ
radios only with UConnect. For sales code REN touch
screen radio, refer to the separate User’s Manual.
This feature allows you to plug an iPodmobile digital
device into the vehicle’s sound system through a connec-
tor (UCI connector) using an optional connection cable
(available through MOPAR). See your authorized dealer
for details.Using this feature,
•the iPodaudio can be played on the vehicle’s sound
system, providing metadata (Track Title, Artist, Al-
bum, etc.) information display on radio.
•the iPodcan be controlled using the radio buttons to
Play, Browse and List the iPodcontents.
•the iPodbattery charges when plugged into the UCI
connector.
Connecting The iPodDevice
Use the optional connection cable to connect an iPodto
the vehicle’s UCI connector (which is located in the glove
box on some vehicles. This location may vary with
vehicle). Once the iPodis connected and synchronized
to the vehicle system (this may take a few seconds to
connect), the vehicle brand logo appears on the iPod
display, and it starts charging and is ready for use by
pressing radio switches as described below.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277
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STARTING AND OPERATING
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Starting Procedures.....................297
▫Automatic Transmission................298
▫Normal Starting (Tip Start)..............299
▫Extremely Cold Weather
(Below
20°F Or
29°C)................299
▫If Engine Fails To Start.................300
▫After Starting........................301

Engine Block Heater — If Equipped.........301

Automatic Transmission..................301▫Automatic Transmission — General
Information.........................302
▫Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . . 304
▫5-Speed Automatic Transmission..........305

AutoStick...........................310
▫AutoStickOperation..................310
▫AutoStickGeneral Information...........311

Driving On Slippery Surfaces..............312
▫Acceleration.........................312
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