2009 CHRYSLER 300 SRT fuel cap

CAUTION! (Continued)
•A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into
the fuel system.
•A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc-
tion Indicator Light (MIL) to turn on.
•To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling. When the fuel
nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
WARNING!
•Never have any smoking materials lit in or near
the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the
tank filled.
•Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is
running.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
NOTE:
•Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.
This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened
properly. The MIL in the instrument cluster may turn
on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure
that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is
refueled.
•When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel
tank is full.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
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“Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
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. Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic
System” in Section 7.
VEHICLE LOADING
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on
the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information
should be used for passenger and luggage loading as
indicated.
Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Vehicle Certification Label
Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to
the rear of the driver’s door.
The label contains the following information:
•Name of manufacturer
•Month and year of manufacture
•Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
•Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front
•Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear
•Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
•Type of Vehicle
•Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH)
The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 6.1L............. 395
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II...... 396
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap................. 397
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................ 397
Replacement Parts..................... 399
Dealer Service........................ 399
Maintenance Procedures................. 399
▫Engine Oil......................... 400▫Engine Oil Filter..................... 402
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter............... 403
▫Maintenance-Free Battery.............. 404
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance............ 405
▫A/C Air Filter...................... 406
▫Body Lubrication.................... 407
▫Windshield Wiper Blades............... 407
▫Windshield Washers.................. 408
▫Exhaust System..................... 408
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Loose Fuel Filler Cap
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
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 recently
serviced, 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)19 Gallons 72 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
6.1 Liter Engine (MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula) or equivalent15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 315
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 75
Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 141
Bulb Replacement.....................432,433
Bulbs, Light..........................78,432
Calibration, Compass..................... 227
Capacities, Fluid........................ 438
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 371
Oil (Engine).......................... 401
Power Steering........................ 326
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 414
Car Washes............................ 420
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............76,370
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 373
Cellular Phone........................88,293
Certification Label....................... 373
Chains, Tire............................ 353Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 340
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 397
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 76
Checks, Safety........................... 76
Child Restraint..................66,67,68,70,72
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............69,70
Child Safety Locks........................ 33
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 367
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 421
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 407
Climate Control......................... 293
Clock.....................235,237,252,256,265
Coin Holder........................... 194
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 292
Compass.............................. 226
Compass Calibration..................... 227
Compass Variance....................... 227
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Compartment......................... 395
Coolant (Antifreeze)................. 411,439
Cooling............................. 411
Exhaust Gas Caution..................76,370
Fails to Start.......................... 311
Flooded, Starting...................... 311
Fuel Requirements..................... 367
Jump Starting......................... 385
Oil ...........................400,438,439
Oil Change Interval.................... 400
Oil Filler Cap......................... 401
Oil Filter............................ 402
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 402
Oil Selection.......................400,438
Oil Synthetic......................... 402
Overheating.......................... 379
Starting............................. 307
Temperature Gauge..................... 209
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 401Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 62
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 367
Event Data Recorder...................... 64
Exhaust Gas Caution................76,370,409
Exhaust System.......................76,408
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 85
Exterior Lighting........................ 134
Exterior Lights.......................... 78
Filler Location Fuel...................... 371
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 403
Air Conditioning....................300,406
Engine Oil........................402,439
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 402
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 378
Turn Signal......................78,139,205
INDEX 475
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Flash-To-Pass........................... 139
Flooded Engine Starting................... 311
Floor Console.......................... 194
Fluid, Brake........................... 440
Fluid Capacities......................... 438
Fluid Leaks............................. 78
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 418
Brake............................... 417
Cooling System....................... 411
Engine Oil........................... 400
Power Steering........................ 326
Fluids................................ 439
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 439
Fog Lights..........................138,205
Folding Rear Seat........................ 127
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 389
Fuel................................. 367
Adding............................. 371Additives............................ 369
Clean Air............................ 367
Ethanol............................. 367
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 371
Gasoline............................ 367
Gauge.............................. 211
Materials Added....................... 369
Methanol............................ 367
Octane Rating......................367,439
Requirements......................... 367
Specifications......................... 439
Tank Capacity........................ 438
Fuel System Caution..................... 371
Fueling............................... 371
Fuses................................ 424
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 181
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...............371,397
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 367
476 INDEX