2009 CHRYSLER 300 C maintenance

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE..............................83
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL.................................. 203
5STARTING AND OPERATING................................................. 309
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...............................................403
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE............................................... 425
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES................................................. 483
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.........................................501
10INDEX....................................................................511
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INTRODUCTION
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet
and various customer-oriented documents. You are
urged to read these publications carefully. Following the
instructions and recommendations in this manual will
help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be
aware of all safety warnings.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained
technicians and genuine Moparparts, and is interested
in your satisfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed Index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades areshown under “Engine Oil”, under “Maintenance Proce-
dures” in section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT
OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE
USED.
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
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▫To Vary The Speed Setting.............. 156
▫To Accelerate For Passing.............. 157
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —
If Equipped.......................... 157
▫Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation . . 160
▫Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . . 161
▫To Activate......................... 161
▫To Set a Desired ACC Speed............ 162
▫To Cancel.......................... 163
▫ToTurnOff ........................ 164
▫To Resume Speed.................... 164
▫To Vary The Speed Setting.............. 164
▫Setting The Following Distance In ACC.... 166▫Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu..... 168
▫Display Warnings And Maintenance....... 171
▫Precautions While Driving With ACC...... 174
▫General Information.................. 177
▫Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control
Mode............................. 178
Rear Park Assist System................. 180
Overhead Console..................... 184
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights.............. 184
▫Sunglasses Storage................... 184
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped........ 185
▫Programming HomeLink.............. 186
▫Gate Operator/Canadian Programming.... 189
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▫Using HomeLink................... 189
▫Reprogramming A Single HomeLink
Button............................ 190
▫Security........................... 190
▫Troubleshooting Tips.................. 190
▫General Information.................. 191
Power Sunroof — If Equipped............ 191
▫Opening Sunroof - Express............. 192
▫Closing Sunroof - Express.............. 192
▫Pinch Protect Feature................. 192
▫Pinch Protect Override................ 193
▫Venting Sunroof - Express.............. 193
▫Sunshade Operation.................. 193▫Wind Buffeting...................... 193
▫Sunroof Maintenance................. 194
▫Ignition Off Operation................. 194
▫Sunroof Fully Closed.................. 194
Electrical Power Outlets................. 194
▫Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off...... 196
Cupholders.......................... 197
▫Front Seat Cupholders................. 197
▫Rear Seat Cupholders................. 197
Storage............................. 198
▫Console Features.................... 198
▫CargoArea ........................ 199
Cargo Area Features................... 201
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Display Warnings and Maintenance
ACC Blinded Warning
The ACC Blinded Warning will display when conditions
temporarily limit system performance. This most often
occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow, fog,
heavy rain, or when driving into direct sunlight (sunrise
or sunset). The ACC system may also become tempo-
rarily blinded due to obstructions, such as dirt or ice. In
these cases, the EVIC will display “ACC Blinded” and
the system will deactivate.
NOTE:If the ACC Blinded Warning is active Normal
(Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is still available. For addi-
tional information refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control Mode” in this section.
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If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located behind the grille,
slightly offset from the center of the grille.
To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor-
tant to note the following maintenance items:•Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to
damage the sensor lens.
•Do not remove any screws from the sensor or the
sensor mount. Doing so could cause an ACC system
malfunction or failure and require a sensor realign-
ment.
•If the sensor is damaged due to an accident, see your
authorized dealer for service.
•Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor,
including transparent material or aftermarket grilles.
Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
When the condition that deactivated the system is no
longer present, the system will return to the “CRUISE
OFF” state and will resume function by simply reactivat-
ing it.
ACC Sensor Location
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Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
Ignition Off Operation
For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch
will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch
is turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this
feature.
For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof
switch will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. Refer
to “Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit,” under
“Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)”
under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in
Section 4.
Sunroof Fully Closed
Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the
sunroof is fully closed.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
There are two 12-Volt electrical outlets on this vehicle.
Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse.
The 12-Volt power outlet next to the ash receiver tray (if
equipped with an optional Smoker’s Package) has power
available only when the ignition is ON. This outlet will
also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
WARNING!
Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located on
the center console on vehicles not equipped with the
ash receiver tray. A fire leading to bodily injury could
result.
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