2009 CHRYSLER 300 jump start

the instrument cluster) remains on continuously after
starting the engine of the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
8. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above
sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
WARNING!
Any procedure other than above could result in:
•Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out
the battery vent
•Personal injury or property damage due to battery
explosion
•Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or
of immobilized vehicle
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn yoursteering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-
VERSE and DRIVE. Usually, the least accelerator pedal
pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spin-
ning the wheels is most effective.
NOTE:Turn OFF the Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
— if equipped, or Traction Control System (TCS) — if
equipped before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic
Stability Program” or “Traction Control System” in Sec-
tion 5.
CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be-
tween 1st and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels
faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage
may result.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.7L
1 — Integrated Power Module 6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap
3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Fill
4 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 9 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post
5 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 10 — Washer Fluid ReservoirMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L
1 — Integrated Power Module 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
2 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Engine Oil Fill
3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
4 — Coolant Pressure Cap 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
5 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 10 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L
1 — Integrated Power Module 6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 7 — Engine Oil Fill
3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
4 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 9 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post
5 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 10 — Washer Fluid ReservoirMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419
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NOTE:The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump-starting.WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
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Battery Location
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 31
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 37
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 85
Automatic Door Locks...................30,31
Automatic Headlights.................... 137
Automatic Oil Change Indicator..........209,225
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 297
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 443
Automatic Transmission...........316,321,442,443
Adding Fluid......................443,471
Autostick............................ 326
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 443
Fluid Change......................... 443
Fluid Level Check..................... 442
Fluid Type........................... 471
Gear Ranges.......................317,322
Overdrive........................... 319
Shifting..........................316,321Special Additives...................... 443
Torque Converter...................... 320
Automatic Transmission Limp
Home Mode......................321,324,325
Autostick............................. 326
Axle Fluid............................. 471
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 471
Battery............................... 427
Emergency Starting..................... 408
Jump Starting......................... 408
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Location..........................409,428
Belts, Seat............................42,77
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 430
B-Pillar Location........................ 346
Brake Assist System...................... 337
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 336
Brake Fluid............................ 471
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Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 220
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 40
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 411
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 396
Jacking............................. 397
Jump Starting......................... 408
Overheating.......................... 396
Towing............................. 412
Emergency Trunk Release................... 40
Emission Control System Maintenance......421,474
Engine..........................417,418,419
Air Cleaner.......................... 427
Block Heater......................... 312
Break-In Recommendations................ 75
Checking Oil Level..................423,424
Compartment...................417,418,419
Coolant (Antifreeze).................435,470
Cooling............................. 435Exhaust Gas Caution..................76,374
Fails to Start.......................... 311
Flooded, Starting...................... 311
Fuel Requirements..................... 370
Jump Starting......................... 408
Oil ...........................423,468,470
Oil Change Interval...............209,225,424
Oil Filler Cap......................... 425
Oil Filter............................ 426
Oil Filter Disposal..................... 426
Oil Selection.......................425,468
Oil Synthetic......................... 426
Overheating.......................... 396
Starting............................. 309
Temperature Gauge.................... 214
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 425
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 62
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 371
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Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 449
Interior Appearance Care.................. 446
Interior Fuses.......................... 449
Interior Lights.......................... 142
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 144
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 398
Jack Operation.......................... 400
Jacking Instructions...................... 400
Jump Starting.......................... 408
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Kicker Sound System..................... 287Knee Bolster............................ 51
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 141
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 42
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................69,70
Latch Plate............................. 44
Latches................................ 78
Hood.............................. 135
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 370
Leaks, Fluid............................ 78
Life of Tires............................ 356
Light Bulbs..........................78,456
Lights..............................78,136
Airbag........................58,63,77,212
Anti-Lock........................... 211
Automatic Headlights................... 137
Brake Assist Warning................... 341
Brake Warning........................ 212
INDEX 511
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