2009 CHRYSLER 300 C adding oil

•Right Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer
to information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure
Monitor” under “Starting And Operating.”
•Check TPM System (with a single chime). Refer to
information on “Tire Pressure Monitor” under “Start-
ing And Operating.”
•Check Gascap (refer to “Adding Fuel” in Section 5)
•Service Park Assist System (with a single chime)
•Service Keyless System
•Wrong Key
•Push Button or Insert Key/Turn To Run (refer to
“Remote Starting System” in Section 2)
•Oil Change Required (with a single chime)
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message
will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 sec-
onds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next
scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon
your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position. To
turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
MENU button. To reset the oil change indicator system
(after performing the scheduled maintenance) perform
the following procedure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not
start the engine).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227
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The best time to check the engine oil level is about five
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of oil when the reading is
at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level — 5.7L Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.The best time to check the engine oil level is about five
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of
oil when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE” range
will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE” range
on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for
information on this system.
434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for
further warranty information.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealers or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
sealers, stop leak products, seal conditioners, compressor
oil, and refrigerants.
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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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Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 381
Event Data Recorder...................... 66
Exhaust Gas Caution................79,383,443
Exhaust System.......................79,443
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 91
Exterior Lighting........................ 139
Exterior Lights.......................... 81
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 437
Air Conditioning....................307,441
Engine Oil........................437,481
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 436
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 404
Turn Signal......................81,144,210
Flash-To-Pass........................... 145
Flat Tire Changing....................... 406Flooded Engine Starting................... 316
Floor Console.......................... 198
Fluid, Brake........................... 482
Fluid Capacities......................... 479
Fluid Leaks............................. 81
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 452
Brake............................... 451
Cooling System....................... 445
Engine Oil........................433,434
Power Steering........................ 338
Transfer Case......................... 454
Fluids................................ 481
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 481
Fog Lights..........................143,210
Folding Rear Seat........................ 133
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 420
Fuel................................. 379
Adding............................. 384
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Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 508
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 282
Universal Transmitter..................... 185
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 379
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 50
Vanity Mirrors........................... 94
Variance, Compass....................... 234
Vehicle Certification Label................. 387
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................354,387,388
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................307,467
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 293
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................435,436
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 122Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 404
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 210
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 506
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 442
Washers, Windshield..................148,442
Washing Vehicle......................... 455
Water
Driving Through...................... 335
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 456
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 456
Wind Buffeting.......................41,193
Window Airbag (Side Curtain).............55,62
Window Fogging........................ 307
Windows.............................. 37
Power............................... 37
Windshield Defroster................81,299,305
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