2010 CHRYSLER 300 check engine light

The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent, directly into the
lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any condition is
present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid
cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its
function.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer and the headlight washer (if
equipped) share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid
reservoir is located in the front of the engine compart-
ment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at
regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield
washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the
system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade performance.
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Fluid Check....................... 450,483
Master Cylinder ....................... 450
Parking ............................. 335
Warning Light ........................ 222
Brakes ............................... 449
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 317
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 80
Brightness, Interior Lights .................. 150
Bulb Replacement ..................... 468,470
Bulbs, Light .......................... 84,468
Calibration, Compass ..................... 243
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 480
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... 379
Oil (Engine) .......................... 432
Power Steering ........................ 334
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 447
Car Washes ............................ 455 Carbon Monoxide Warning
...............81,378
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 381
Cellular Phone ........................ 96,292
Certification Label ....................... 382
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 401
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 347
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............... 427
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 81
Checks, Safety ........................... 81
Child Restraint .................. 71,72,73,76,77
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............74,76
Child Safety Locks ........................ 37
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 375
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 457
Windshield Wiper Blades ................ 440
Climate Control ......................... 292
Clock ..................... 251,252,254,257,266
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Exhaust System....................... 81,441
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 93
Exterior Lighting ........................ 144
Exterior Lights .......................... 84
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 433
Air Conditioning .................... 302,437
Engine Oil ........................ 433,482
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 433
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 400
Turn Signal ...................... 84,148,216
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 149
Flat Tire Changing ....................... 401
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 312
Floor Console .......................... 204
Fluid, Brake ........................... 483
Fluid Capacities ......................... 480 Fluid Leaks
............................. 84
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................. 452
Brake .............................. 450
Cooling System ....................... 444
Engine Oil ........................... 430
Power Steering ........................ 334
Transfer Case ......................... 454
Fluids ................................ 482
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 482
Fog Lights .......................... 147,216
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 136
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 417
Fuel ................................. 374
Adding ............................. 379
Additives ............................ 377
Clean Air ............................ 375
Conserving .......................... 236
Ethanol ............................. 375
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Automatic Headlights................... 145
Brake Assist Warning ................... 344
Brake Warning ........................ 222
Bulb Replacement ................... 468,470
Courtesy/Reading ................... 149,189
Cruise .............................. 216
Daytime Running ...................... 147
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............148,149
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 344
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... 225
Engine Temperature Warning .............. 220
Exterior .............................. 84
Fog ............................. 147,216
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 400
Headlight Switch ...................... 144
Headlights ........................ 144,472
Headlights On Reminder ................. 147
Headlights On With Wipers ............145,152
High Beam ........................ 149,225High Beam Indicator
.................... 225
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 149
Illuminated Entry ....................... 20
Instrument Cluster .................. 144,216
Intensity Control ...................... 150
Interior .......................... 149,189
License ............................. 479
Lights On Reminder .................... 147
Low Fuel ............................ 216
LowTire ............................ 226
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........ 228
Map Reading ...................... 149,189
Oil Pressure .......................... 229
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ......... 150
Passing ............................. 149
Reading .......................... 149,189
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 225
Service ........................... 468,470
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 228
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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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