2009 CHRYSLER 300 C key

TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the MIL.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) is functioning and is not on
when the engine is running, and that the OBD II system
is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recentlyserviced, recently had a dead battery, or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb
check.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and
Park/Turn Light – 300C
High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — If
Equipped
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlight switch off and the key removed.Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb
yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of
HID headlights when the headlight switch is turned
ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electro-
cution if not serviced properly. See your authorized
dealer for service.
NOTE:On vehicles equipped with HID Headlights,
when the headlights are turned on, there is a blue hue to
the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after
approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471
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Auto Down Power Windows................ 38
Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 32
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 39
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 90
Automatic Door Locks...................31,32
Automatic Headlights.................... 140
Automatic Oil Change Indicator........... 211,227
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 301
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 453
Automatic Transmission...........323,328,452,453
Adding Fluid......................453,482
Autostick............................ 332
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 453
Fluid Change......................... 453
Fluid Level Check...................... 452
Fluid Type........................... 482
Gear Ranges.......................323,328
Overdrive........................... 325Shifting..........................323,328
Special Additives...................... 453
Torque Converter...................... 326
Automatic Transmission Limp Home
Mode...........................327,331,332
Autostick............................. 332
Axle Fluid............................. 482
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 482
Battery............................... 438
Emergency Starting..................... 417
Jump Starting......................... 417
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Location..........................418,438
Belts, Seat............................44,80
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 441
B-Pillar Location........................ 353
Brake Assist System...................... 344
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 343
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Hands-Free Phone (UConnect) .............. 94
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 335
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 404
Head Restraints......................... 130
Headlight Washers....................... 442
Headlights............................ 471
Automatic........................... 140
Bulb Replacement...................... 469
Cleaning............................ 457
Delay.............................. 142
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 145
Lights On Reminder.................... 143
On With Wipers....................141,148
Passing............................. 145
Switch.............................. 139
Time Delay.......................... 142
Washers............................. 442Heated Mirrors.......................... 93
Heated Seats........................... 131
Heater............................... 298
Heater, Engine Block..................... 318
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 145
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 392
Holder, Coin........................... 198
Holder, Cup........................... 197
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 185
Hood Release.......................... 138
Ignition............................... 14
Key ...............................12,14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Infant Restraint........................68,69
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 218
520 INDEX

Information Center, Vehicle................. 221
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 89
Instrument Cluster....................208,210
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 207
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 458
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 459
Interior Appearance Care.................. 456
Interior Fuses.......................... 459
Interior Lights.......................... 146
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 147
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 406
Jack Operation.......................... 409
Jacking Instructions...................... 409
Jump Starting.......................... 417
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keyless Go.......................12,232,314
Keys................................. 12
Kicker Sound System..................... 292
Knee Bolster............................ 54
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 144
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 44
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren).....72,73
Latch Plate............................. 46
Latches................................ 81
Hood............................... 138
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 379
Leaks, Fluid............................ 81
Life of Tires............................ 363
Light Bulbs..........................81,467
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Preparation for Jacking.................... 408
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 50
Programmable Electronic Features............ 236
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 360
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 448
Radio Operation........................ 297
Radio Remote Controls.................... 295
Radio, Satellite.......................287,293
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 149
Rear Cupholder......................... 197
Rear Park Sense System................... 180
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 133
Rear Window Defroster................... 201
Rear Window Features.................... 201
Rearview Mirrors........................ 89Reclining Front Seats..................... 129
Recorder, Event Data...................... 66
Recreational Towing...................... 401
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 380
Refrigerant............................ 440
Release, Hood.......................... 138
Reminder, Lights On..................... 143
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 51
Remote Control
Starting System........................ 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 295
Remote Starting System.................... 27
Remote Trunk Release..................... 42
Replacement Bulbs....................... 467
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 432
Replacement Tires....................... 364
Reporting Safety Defects................... 506
526 INDEX

Power.............................. 128
Rear Folding......................... 133
Reclining............................ 129
Seatback Release....................... 133
Tilting.............................. 128
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............18,217
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........446,481
Selection of Oil......................... 435
Self-Sealing Tires........................ 366
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 503
Service Contract......................... 505
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................... 220
Service Manuals........................ 507
Setting the Clock.............242,244,258,262,271
Settings, Personal........................ 236Shifting............................... 318
Automatic Transmission............318,323,328
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 49
Shoulder Belts........................... 44
Side Airbag...........................55,62
Side Curtain (Window Airbag)............... 55
Side View Mirror Adjustment................ 90
Signals, Turn......................81,144,210
Sirius Backseat TV™..................... 293
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 334
SmartBeams........................... 141
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 366
Snow Tires............................ 367
Sound System
Kicker.............................. 292
Spare Tire..........................361,406
Spark Plugs............................ 481
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 481
528 INDEX

Recreational.......................... 401
Weight.............................. 393
Towing Assistance....................... 108
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home......... 401
Traction Control......................... 343
Trailer Towing.......................... 389
Cooling System Tips.................... 401
Hitches............................. 392
Minimum Requirements................. 395
Tips ................................ 400
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 394
Wiring.............................. 398
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 393
Trailer Weight.......................... 393
Transfer Case........................... 454
Fluid............................454,482
Maintenance.......................... 454
Transmission........................... 452
Automatic...................318,323,328,452Fluid............................... 482
Range Indicator....................323,328
Shifting............................. 318
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 185
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Transporting Pets........................ 77
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 363
Trip Odometer.......................210,216
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)....................42,43
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 43
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 42
Turn Signals.........................144,210
UCI Connector......................... 282
UConnect(Hands-Free Phone).............. 94
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