2009 CHRYSLER 300 SRT automatic transmission

Fluid and Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for
proper maintenance intervals.
If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the
fluid and filter should be changed.
Selection of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only manufacturer ’s recommended transmis-
sion fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. It is
important that the transmission fluid be maintained at
the prescribed level using the recommended fluid. No
chemical flushes should be used in any transmission;
only the approved lubricant may be used.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as
they may adversely affect seals.
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed
on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are
highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside
parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-
nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid + 4, MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid
Rear Axle API GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect the exhaust system.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or
66 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 449
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120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect the exhaust system.
❏Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or
126 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Inspect the rear axle fluid.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 84
Automatic Door Locks...................29,30
Automatic Headlights.................... 135
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 294
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 419
Automatic Transmission.............317,418,419
Adding Fluid......................419,440
Autostick............................ 321
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 419
Fluid Change......................... 419
Fluid Level Check...................... 418
Fluid Type........................... 440
Shifting............................. 317
Special Additives...................... 419
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . 320,321
Autostick............................. 321
Axle Fluid............................. 440
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 440Battery............................... 404
Emergency Starting..................... 385
Jump Starting......................... 385
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 23
Location..........................386,404
Belts, Seat............................42,77
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 407
B-Pillar Location........................ 343
Brake Assist System...................... 333
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 332
Brake Fluid............................ 440
Brake, Parking.......................... 327
Brake System........................329,416
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................329,332
Fluid Check.......................417,440
Master Cylinder....................... 417
Parking............................. 327
Warning Light.....................207,329
Brakes.............................329,416
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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

Selection of Oil......................... 400
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 461
Service Contract......................... 463
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................... 213
Service Manuals........................ 465
Setting the Clock.............235,237,252,256,265
Settings, Personal........................ 230
Shifting............................... 313
Automatic Transmission...............313,317
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 47
Shoulder Belts........................... 42
Side Airbag...........................53,59
Side Curtain (Window Airbag)............... 53
Side View Mirror Adjustment................ 85
Signals, Turn......................78,139,205Sirius Backseat TV™..................... 287
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 323
SmartBeams........................... 135
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 353
Snow Tires............................ 355
Sound System
Kicker.............................. 286
Spark Plugs............................ 439
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 439
Oil ................................ 439
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........148,152
Speedometer........................... 205
Starting.............................25,307
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 385
Engine Fails to Start.................... 311
Remote.............................. 25
Starting and Operating.................... 307
Starting Procedures...................... 307
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Inflation Pressures..................... 348
Life of Tires.......................... 351
Load Capacity........................ 343
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 356
Pressure Warning Light.................. 211
Quality Grading....................... 466
Radial.............................. 350
Replacement......................... 352
Rotation............................. 355
Safety...........................338,347
Sizes............................... 340
Snow Tires........................... 355
Spinning............................ 350
Tread Wear Indicators................... 351
To Open Hood.......................... 132
Towing............................... 375
24-Hour Towing Assistance............... 102
Behind a Motor Home.................. 375
Disabled Vehicle....................... 390Recreational.......................... 375
Towing Assistance....................... 102
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home......... 375
Traction Control......................... 332
Trailer Towing.......................... 375
Transmission........................... 418
Automatic......................313,317,418
Fluid............................... 440
Shifting............................. 313
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 23
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 181
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Transporting Pets........................ 75
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 351
Trip Odometer.......................... 210
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)....................39,40
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