2008 CHRYSLER 300 SRT fold seats

Voice Recognition System (VR) — If Equipped . . 115
▫Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation....115
▫Commands..........................116
▫VoiceTraining........................119

Seats................................120
▫Power Seats.........................120
▫Power Reclining Seats..................121
▫Lumbar Support......................122
▫Head Restraints......................123
▫Heated Seats........................124
▫Folding Rear Seat.....................125

Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped.........126
▫Programming The Memory Feature........127▫Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) Transmitter To The Memory
Feature............................128
▫Memory Position Recall.................129
▫Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory
Seat Only)..........................129

To Open And Close The Hood.............131

Lights...............................132
▫Headlight Switch.....................132
▫Automatic Headlights..................133
▫Headlights On With Wipers..............134
▫SmartBeams — If Equipped..............134
▫Headlight Time Delay..................136
▫Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped.....136
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LEDs changes from two to one, indicating the change.
Operation on the low setting also turns off automatically
after 30 minutes.
NOTE:Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt
within two to five minutes.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,
spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-
tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care
when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even
at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods.
Do not place anything on the seat that insulates
against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may
cause the seat heater to overheat.
Folding Rear Seat
The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an
additional storage area. Pull on the loops shown in the
illustration to fold down either or both seatbacks. These
loops can be tucked away when not in use.
Folding Rear Seats
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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 is 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.
DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows the driver to store up to two different
memory profiles for easy recall through a MEMORY
switch. Each memory profile contains desired position
settings for the driver seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals,
and power tilt and telescopic steering column, and a set
of desired radio station presets.
The memory switch is located on the driver’s door trim
panel. The switch contains an (S) button to activate the
memory save function. It also contains a rocker switch
labeled with the number (1) and the number (2). The
rocker switch allows the driver to recall either of two
pre-programmed memory profiles by pressing the appro-
priate side of the switch.
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The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen
and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will
hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con-
tains a 12-volt power outlet and a molded-in coin holder
(designed to hold various size coins). A slot in the left and
right side of the top compartment provides clearance for
power cords to pass conveniently out of the bin with the
lid closed. This feature is ideal for games, laptops, cell
phones, or other electrical equipment. The console’s front
opening lid allows for easy access to these compartments.
With Vehicle Entertainment System (VES)
The center console contains a large storage compartment.
The storage compartment contains a 12-volt power outlet
and a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various
size coins). A slot in the top left and right side of the
storage compartment provides clearance for power cordsto pass conveniently out of the compartment with the lid
closed. This feature is ideal for games, laptops, cell
phones, or other electrical equipment. The console’s
front-opening lid allows for easy access to the storage
compartment for 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.
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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 pas-
sengers. 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, passen-
gers should not be seated in the rear cargo area.
The rear cargo space is intended for load carry-
ing purposes only, not for passengers, who
should sit in seats and use seat belts.
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.
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Power Door........................... 28
Low Tire Pressure System.................. 347
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................ 68,69
Lubrication, Body....................... 401
Lumbar Support........................ 122
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 397
Maintenance, General..................... 390
Maintenance Procedures................... 390
Maintenance Schedule.................... 440
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 186
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 208,388
Manual, Service......................... 454
Map/Reading Lights..................138,176
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 411
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 126
Memory Seat........................... 126
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 126Methanol............................. 358
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 215
Mirrors ................................ 84
Automatic Dimming..................... 84
Electric Powered....................... 86
Electric Remote........................ 86
Exterior Folding........................ 85
Heated.............................. 87
Outside.............................. 85
Vanity ............................... 88
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 347
Mopar Parts.........................389,453
MP3 Player.........................232,251
MTBE/ETBE........................... 358
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 137
Navigation Radio........................ 251
Navigation System....................... 251
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Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 332
Port
Universal Serial Bus (USB).............232,251
USB .............................232,251
Power
Brakes.............................. 317
Deck Lid Release....................... 37
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 419
Door Locks........................... 28
Mirrors .............................. 86
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 187
Seats............................... 120
Steering............................. 319
Steering, Checking..................... 400
Sunroof............................. 184
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column........... 147
Windows............................. 33
Power Steering Fluid..................400,437
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 48Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 46
Programmable Electronic Features............ 226
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 339
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 406
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 231
Radio, Navigation....................... 251
Radio Operation...................233,253,283
Radio Remote Controls.................... 281
Radio, Satellite............232,233,251,253,268,273
Radio (Sound Systems).................232,251
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 142
Rear Cup Holder........................ 189
Rear Park Sense System................... 172
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 125
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 414
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Seat Belt Reminder....................... 46
Seat Belts.......................... 39,40,76
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 44
And Pregnant Women................... 48
Child Restraint................... 64,65,66,71
Extender............................. 48
Front Seat.......................... 40,41
Inspection............................ 76
Operating Instructions................... 41
Pretensioners.......................... 46
Rear Seat............................. 40
Reminder............................ 205
Untwisting Procedure.................... 45
Seats................................. 120
Adjustment.......................... 120
Easy Entry........................... 129
Head Restraints....................... 123
Heated............................. 124
Height Adjustment..................... 120Lumbar Support....................... 122
Memory............................. 126
Power.............................. 120
Rear Folding......................... 125
Reclining ............................ 121
Seatback Release....................... 125
Tilting .............................. 120
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............. 18,205
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........405,436
Selection of Oil......................... 392
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................449,450
Service Contract......................... 451
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................... 208
Service Manuals........................ 454
Setting the Clock.............231,234,237,253,258
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