2008 CHRYSLER 300 SRT washer fluid

▫Lights-On Reminder...................136
▫Fog Lights..........................137
▫Multifunction Lever...................137
▫Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights.....138
▫Interior Lights.......................139

Windshield Wipers And Washers............140
▫Intermittent Wiper System...............141
▫Mist Feature.........................141
▫Windshield Washers...................142
▫Headlights On With Wipers..............142
▫Rain Sensing Wipers...................142
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................144
Headlight Washers — If Equipped...........145
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................146

Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......147

Adjustable Pedals......................148

Electronic Speed Control..................150
▫Electronic Speed Control Operation........150
▫ToActivate ..........................151
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............151
▫To Deactivate........................152
▫To Resume Speed.....................152
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............152
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............153
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81
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Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator
antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to
flush out the residual water.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer
fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in
the EVIC.
Washer Fluid Reservoir
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WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
HEADLIGHT WASHERS — IF EQUIPPED
The multifunction lever operates the headlight washers
when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the
headlights are ON. The multifunction lever is located on
the left side of the steering column.
To use the headlight washers, push the multifunction
lever inward (toward the steering column) to the second
detent and release it. The headlight washers will spray a
timed high-pressure spray of washer fluid onto eachheadlight lens. In addition, the windshield washers will
spray the windshield and the windshield wipers will
cycle.
NOTE:The headlight washers will operate on the first
spray of the windshield washer and then every fourth
spray after that.
Headlight Washer
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3

Adding Washer Fluid
The headlight washer and windshield washer share the
same fluid reservoir. The reservoir is located in the front
of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid
level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir
with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze)
and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
Washer Fluid Reservoir
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•Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in
motion)
•Trunk Ajar (with a single chime)
•Low Washer Fluid (with a single chime)
•Oil Pressure
•ACC Off — When the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
system is turned off. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol (ACC)” in Section 3 (if so equipped).
•ACC Ready — When the Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) system is activated. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC)” in Section 3 (if so equipped).
•ACC Set — After setting the desired speed in the
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system. Refer to
“Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in Section 3 (if so
equipped).
•Driver Override — If you apply the accelerator after
setting the desired speed in the Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) system. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC)” in Section 3 (if so equipped).
•Distance Set — After changing the desired following
distance in the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system,
this message will display momentarily. Refer to
“Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in Section 3 (if so
equipped).
•Attention — If the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
system predicts that its maximum braking level is not
sufficient to maintain the set distance, this message
will flash and a chime will sound while ACC continues
to apply its maximum braking capacity. When this
occurs, you should immediately apply the brakes as
needed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle
ahead. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in
Section 3 (if so equipped).
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

▫Power Steering — Fluid Check............400
▫Front And Rear Suspension Ball Joints......401
▫Steering Linkage......................401
▫Body Lubrication.....................401
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................402
▫Windshield Washers/Headlight Washers.....402
▫Exhaust System......................403
▫Cooling System.......................404
▫Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......409
▫Fuel System.........................409
▫Brake System........................410
▫Automatic Transmission................413
▫Front And Rear Wheel Bearings...........414▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................414
▫Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders....419

Fuses (Power Distribution Centers)..........419
▫Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center).....419
▫Fuses (Rear Power Distribution Center)......422

Vehicle Storage........................427

Replacement Bulbs......................427

Bulb Replacement......................428
▫Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight,
And Park/Turn Light..................428
▫Tail/Stop, Tail, Turn Signal Light, And Backup
Light ..............................431
▫License Light........................434
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6.1L ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 6 — Power Steering Fluid
2 — Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) 7 — Air Cleaner Filter
3 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Engine Oil Fill
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick
5 — Coolant Bottle 10 — Washer Fluid Bottle 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MoparLock
Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock
cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield
should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth
and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accu-
mulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers/Headlight Washers
The windshield washer and the headlight washer share
the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in
the front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator
antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to
flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
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