2009 CHRYSLER 300 SRT battery replacement

NOTE:
•The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition
switch to the ACC or ON position while the Panic
Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights and
horn will remain on.
•You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off the
Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted
by the system.
Programming Additional Transmitters
Refer to Sentry Key, “Customer Key Programming.”
If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter,
contact your authorized dealer for details.
RKE Transmitter Battery Service
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
NOTE:
•Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
•Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
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1. Battery access is through a door located on the rear of
the fob. Insert a small, flat blade screwdriver into the slot
and gently pry open the access door.2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the
new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.
3. Reposition the access door panel over the battery
opening and snap into place.
General Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE:Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Battery Replacement
1— Battery Access Door 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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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3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb
check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system isnot readyand you should
notproceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the
engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system
isready, and you can proceed to the I/M station.If your OBD II system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL is illuminated during
normal vehicle operation, you should have your vehicle
serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M station
can fail your vehicle because the MIL is on with the
engine running.
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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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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
INDEX 487
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