2009 CHRYSLER 300 C radiator

When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points to Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles
(kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.
•Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the
radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If enginecoolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents of
coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against
freezing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle
does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling
system should be pressure tested for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
50% HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (minimum)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine, which contains aluminum components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean, also.
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
10 30 Amp
Pink— Windshield Wiper
11 30 Amp
Pink— Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Valves - If
Equipped
12 40 Amp
Green— Radiator Fan
13 50 Amp
Red— Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Pump Motor - If
Equipped
14———Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
15 50 Amp
Red— Radiator Fan
16———
17———
18———
19———
20———
21———
22———
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461
7

Brake Fluid............................ 482
Brake, Parking.......................... 339
Brake System........................... 451
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 341
Fluid Check.......................451,482
Master Cylinder....................... 451
Parking............................. 339
Warning Light........................ 214
Brakes............................... 451
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 321
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 78
Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 146
Bulb Replacement.....................467,469
Bulbs, Light..........................81,467
Calibration, Compass..................... 233
Capacities, Fluid........................ 479
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 384Oil (Engine).......................435,436
Power Steering........................ 338
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 448
Car Washes............................ 455
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............79,383
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 387
Cellular Phone........................94,297
Certification Label....................... 387
Chains, Tire............................ 366
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 406
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 350
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 431
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 78
Checks, Safety........................... 78
Child Restraint....................68,70,73,75
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............72,73
Child Safety Locks........................ 35
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 380
514 INDEX

Cleaning
Wheels............................. 456
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 441
Climate Control......................... 298
Clock.....................242,244,258,262,271
Coin Holder........................... 198
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 297
Compact Spare Tire...................... 361
Compass.............................. 233
Compass Calibration..................... 233
Compass Variance....................... 234
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 228
Connector
UCI ................................ 282
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 282
Conserving Fuel........................ 228
Console, Floor.......................... 198
Console, Overhead....................... 184
Contract, Service........................ 505Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 448
Cooling System......................... 445
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 447
Coolant Capacity...................... 479
Coolant Level......................445,449
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 449
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 446
Inspection........................... 449
Points to Remember.................... 450
Pressure Cap......................... 448
Radiator Cap......................... 448
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......446,479,481
Corrosion Protection..................... 454
Cruise Control (Speed Control)...........154,157
Cruise Light........................... 210
Cupholders.........................197,459
Customer Assistance..................... 503
Customer Programmable Features............ 236
INDEX 515
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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