2010 CHRYSLER 300 clock

LIGHTS
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the left side of
the instrument panel. This switch controls the
operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru-
ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte-
rior lights and fog lights.
Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent
for parking light and instrument panel light operation.
Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for
headlight, parking light and instrument panel light
operation.
Headlight Switch
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Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
This system automatically turns the headlights on or off
according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on,
rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the A
(AUTO) position. When the system is on, the headlight
time delay feature is also on. This means the headlights
will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you place the
ignition into the OFF position. To turn the automatic
system off, move the headlight switch out of the AUTO
position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
Headlights On with Wipers (Available with
Automatic Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on
if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position. In
addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are
turned off if they were turned on by this feature. The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on
or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) (if equipped). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Fea-
tures” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
Headlight Time Delay
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for up to 90 seconds (programmable) when leaving your
vehicle in an unlit area.
To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFF
position while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off
the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay interval
begins when the headlight switch is turned off.
If you turn the headlights or parking lights on, or place
the ignition in ACC or RUN, the system will cancel the
delay.
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If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will
turn off in the normal manner.
NOTE:The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds
of placing the ignition in the OFF position to activate this
feature.
The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles
equipped with the EVIC. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable
Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
SmartBeam™ — If Equipped
The SmartBeam™ system provides increased forward
lighting at night by automating high beam control
through the use of a digital camera mounted on the
inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle spe-
cific light and automatically switches from high beams to
low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
To Activate
1. Select “Automatic High Beams — ON” through the
EVIC. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
2. Rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the A
(AUTO) position.
3. Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch
the headlights to the high beam position. Refer to “Mul-
tifunction Lever” for further information.
NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is
at or above 25 mph (40 km/h).
To Deactivate
Perform either of the following steps to deactivate the
SmartBeam™ system.
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1. Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch the
headlights from the high beam to the low beam position.
2. Rotate the headlight switch clockwise from the AUTO
to the on position.
NOTE:Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and
taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause
headlights to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle).
Also, dirt, film, and other obstructions on the windshield
or camera lens will cause the system to function
improperly.
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped
The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime
Running Lights whenever the ignition is placed in the
RUN position, the headlights are off and the parking
brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for
normal nighttime driving.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is placed in the OFF position, a chime will sound to alert
the driver when the driver’s door is opened.
Fog Lights — If Equipped
The front fog light switch is built into the head-
light switch. To activate the front fog lights, turn
on the parking lights or the low beam headlights
and press the headlight switch. To turn off the front fog
lights, either press the headlight switch a second time or
turn off the headlight switch.
An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates
when the fog lights are turned on.
NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam
headlights or parking lights on. However, selecting the
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features ............... 213
 Instrument Cluster — Base ............... 214
 Instrument Cluster — Premium ........... 215
 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 216
 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
— If Equipped ........................ 230
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... 232
▫ Oil Change Required .................. 236
▫ Trip Functions ...................... 236 ▫
Keyless Go Display — If Equipped ........ 240
▫ Automatic All Wheel Drive (AWD) Displays
— If Equipped ...................... 241
▫ Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS)
– If Equipped ....................... 242
▫ Compass Display .................... 242
▫ Navigation — If Equipped .............. 244
▫ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features) .......................... 245
 Setting The Analog Clock ................ 251
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Media Center 730N/430 (RER/REN/RBZ) —
AM/FM Stereo Radio And CD/DVD/HDD/
NAV — If Equipped .................... 252
▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Command
System — If Equipped ................. 252
▫ Operating Instructions —
Uconnect™ phone — If Equipped ........ 252
▫ Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio ..... 252
▫ Clock Setting Procedure —
RER/REN Radio ..................... 254
 Media Center 130 (RES) — AM/FM Stereo
Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) ....... 256
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 256
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 259 ▫
Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 262
▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode .... 264
 Media Center 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM
Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)
And Sirius Radio ...................... 265
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 265
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 271
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 273
▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 275
▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 276
 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) 0.5
— If Equipped ........................ 277
▫ Connecting The iPod ................. 278
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet7 — Radio13 — Ignition Switch
2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Climate Control14 — Hood Release
3 — Hazard Switch 9 — Heated Seat Switch*15 — Trunk Release Button
4 — Analog Clock 10 — Power Outlet16 — Headlight Switch
5 — Electronic Stability Program Off But-
ton* / Traction Control System Off Button* 11 — Ash Tray*
* If Equipped
6 — Glove Compartment 12 — Storage Compartment*
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“Passive Entry” — If Equipped
The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the
vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system. When ON
is selected, this feature allows you to lock and unlock the
vehicle’s door(s) without having to press the RKE trans-
mitter lock or unlock buttons. To make your selection,
press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until
“ON” or “OFF” appears. Refer to “Door Locks/Passive
Entry — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before
Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.
SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK
To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument
panel, press and hold the button until the setting is
correct.Analog Clock
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