2010 CHRYSLER 300 traction control

NOTE:
•The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” and the “ESP/BAS
Malfunction Indicator Light” will turn on momen-
tarily each time the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position.
•Each time the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, the ESP system will be on even if it was
turned off previously.
•The ESP control system will make buzzing or clicking
sounds when it is active. This is NORMAL; the sounds
will stop when ESP becomes inactive following the
maneuver that caused the ESP activation.
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
Tire Markings
1 — U.S. DOT Safety Stan-
dards Code (TIN)4 — Maximum Load
2 — Size Designation 5 — Maximum Pressure
3 — Service Description 6 — Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades
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STARTING AND OPERATING 345

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-
VERSE and DRIVE. Using minimal 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
Brake Control” in “Starting and Operating” for further
information.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.
•Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the
wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no
transmission shifting occurring).
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 417

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may departsignificantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 513

Deck Lid, Power Release................... 43
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 206
Defroster, Windshield ................83,294,300
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 151
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 426
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 149
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... 430
Power Steering ........................ 334
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 418
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 448
Engine Oil ........................... 433
Door Locks ............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 32
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 190
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 330 Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water
........................ 331
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 288
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 206
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 94
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 200
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 340
Anti-Lock Brake System ................. 340
Brake Assist System .................... 341
Electronic Stability Program ............... 341
Traction Control System ................. 340
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .... 460
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....158,162
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 341
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 225
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 230
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 44
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SmartBeams.......................... 146
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........226,365
Traction Control ....................... 344
Turn Signal ...................... 84,148,216
Vanity Mirror .......................... 96
Voltage ............................. 228
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 216
Load Leveling System .................... 207
Loading Vehicle ...................... 381,383
Capacities ........................... 383
Tires ............................... 351
Locks ................................. 30
Auto Unlock .......................... 34
Automatic Door ........................ 32
Child Protection ........................ 37
Door ................................ 30
Power Door ........................... 32
Low Tire Pressure System .................. 365 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)
............................ 74,76
Lubrication, Body ....................... 439
Lumbar Support ........................ 132
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 434
Maintenance, General ..................... 429
Maintenance Procedures ................... 429
Maintenance Schedule .................... 486
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 199
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 228,427
Manual, Service ......................... 511
Manual Transmission ..................... 454
Fluid Level Check ..................... 454
Map/Reading Lights .................. 149,189
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 450
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ............. 138
Memory Seat ........................... 138
Memory Seats and Radio .................. 138
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INDEX 527

Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home......... 396
Traction Control ......................... 340
Trailer Towing .......................... 384
Cooling System Tips .................... 396
Hitches ............................. 386
Minimum Requirements ................. 389
Tips ................................ 395
Trailer and Tongue Weight ............... 388
Wiring .............................. 393
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 388
Trailer Weight .......................... 388
Transfer Case ........................... 454
Fluid ............................ 454,483
Maintenance ......................... 454
Transmission ........................... 452
Automatic ................... 314,319,324,452
Fluid ............................... 483
Range Indicator .................... 319,324
Shifting ............................. 314 Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry)
.................... 26
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 190
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 20
Transporting Pets ........................ 80
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 360
Trip Odometer ....................... 216,224
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .................... 43,44
Trunk Release, Emergency .................. 44
Trunk Release Remote Control ............... 43
Turn Signals ......................... 148,216
UCI Connector ......................... 277
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .............. 96
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 513
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 277
Universal Transmitter ..................... 190
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INDEX 535