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Airbag Warning Light
You will want to have the airbags ready to
inflate for your protection in a collision. While
the airbag system is designed to be mainte-
nance free, if any of the following occurs, have
an authorized dealer service the system immediately.
•The Airbag Warning Light does not come on for
approximately six to eight seconds when the ignition
switch is first placed into the RUN position.
•The Airbag Warning Light remains on after the ap-
proximate six to eight-second interval.
•The Airbag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving.
NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The airbags may
not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly
check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the
proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the
fuse is good.
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
In the event of a collision, your vehicle is designed to
record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param-
eters (see list below) in an event data recorder prior to the
moment of airbag deployment, or near deployment (if
applicable), and up to a quarter second of either high-
speed deceleration data or change in velocity during
and/or after airbag deployment or near-deployment.
EDR data is ONLY recorded if an airbag deploys, or
nearly deploys, and is otherwise unavailable.
NOTE:
1. A near-deployment event occurs when the airbag
sensor detects severe vehicle deceleration usually indica-
tive of a crash, but not severe enough to warrant airbag
deployment.
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damaged, a “noFUSE” message will display in the odom-
eter display area. For further information on fuses and
fuse locations refer to “Fuses” in “Maintaining Your
Vehicle”.
CHAngE OIL
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “CHAngE OIL” message will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately
12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate
the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which
means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate
dependent upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you place the ignition switch in the RUN position.
To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
TRIP ODOMETER button on the instrument cluster. Toreset the oil change indicator system (after performing
the scheduled maintenance) perform the following pro-
cedure:
1. Place the ignition switch in the RUN position. (Do
not start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three
times within 10 seconds.
3. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
On vehicles equipped with a Premium Instrument Clus-
ter, this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) messages when the appropriate conditions
exist.
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▫Adding Washer Fluid ................. 440
▫ Exhaust System ..................... 441
▫ Cooling System ..................... 444
▫ Brake System ....................... 449
▫ Automatic Transmission ............... 452
▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) – If Equipped ..... 454
▫ Rear Axle .......................... 454
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... 455
Fuses .............................. 460
▫ Integrated Power Module .............. 460
▫ Rear Power Distribution Center .......... 463
Vehicle Storage ....................... 468
Replacement Bulbs .................... 468
Bulb Replacement ..................... 470
▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam
Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp, Inner Park
Lamp, And Outer Park Lamp – 300 Models . . 470
▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam
Headlamp, And Park/Turn Lamp – 300C . . . 472
▫ Backup Lamp, Side Marker Lamp, And
Tail/Stop Turn Lamp — 300 Models ....... 472
▫ Tail/Stop, Tail, Turn Signal Lamp, And
Backup Lamp — 300C Models ........... 476
▫ License Lamp ....................... 479
Fluid Capacities ...................... 480
Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts ....... 482
▫ Engine ............................ 482
▫ Chassis ........................... 483
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Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Cleaning the Center Console Cupholders
Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent
with the cupholder in the center console.
NOTE:The cupholder cannot be removed.
FUSES
Integrated Power Module
The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the
engine compartment. This module contains fuses and
relays.
Integrated Power Module
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Rear Power Distribution Center
There is also a power distribution center located in the
trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center
contains fuses and relays.
Opening The Access Panel
Rear Power Distribution Center
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*Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses
(circuit breakers) that are only serviceable by an autho-
rized dealer. The cluster, the driver seat switch (if
equipped), and the memory module (if equipped) are
fused by the 25 Amp circuit breaker in Cavity 11. The
passenger seat switch (if equipped) is fused by the
25 Amp circuit breaker in Cavity 12. The door modules,
the driver power window switch, and the passenger
power window switch are fused by the 25 Amp circuit
breaker in Cavity 13. If you experience temporary or
permanent loss of these systems, see your authorized
dealer for service.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than
21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps ............. W5W
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp ............. 562
Overhead Console Reading Lamps ............ 578
Visor Vanity Lamps ..................... A6220
Glove Box Lamp – If Equipped ............... 194
Door Courtesy .......................... 562
Shift Indicator Lamp ................. JKLE14140
Optional Door Map Pocket/Cupholder ........ LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
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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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Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 379
Gasoline ............................ 374
Gauge .............................. 225
Materials Added ....................... 377
Methanol ............................ 375
Octane Rating ...................... 374,482
Requirements ......................... 374
Saver Mode .......................... 236
Specifications ......................... 482
Tank Capacity ........................ 480
Fuel System Caution ..................... 380
Fueling ............................... 379
Fuses ................................ 460
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 190
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............379,426
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 375
Gasoline (Fuel) Conserving .......................... 236 Gasoline, Reformulated
................... 375
Gauges Coolant Temperature ................... 223
Fuel ............................... 225
Odometer ........................... 216
Speedometer ......................... 216
Tachometer .......................... 220
Gear Ranges ........................ 319,324
General Information ............17,27,124,181,374
General Maintenance ..................... 429
Glass Cleaning .......................... 459
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...............382,385
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............382,384
GVWR ............................... 382
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) .............. 96
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 331
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