2010 CHRYSLER 300 SRT steering

CAUTION! (Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transmission, power steering or air condi-
tioning. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction, use only the
specified fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time tocheck the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the
engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 l) of
oil when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE” range
will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE” range
on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Car-tridge
FuseMini-
Fuse
Description
30 — 10 Amp RedDoor Modules/Power
Mirrors/Steering Con-
trol Module (SCM)
31———
32———
33———
34———
35 — 5 Amp OrangeAntenna Module – If
Equipped/Power Mir-
rors
36 — 25 Amp NaturalHands-Free Phone – If
Equipped/Video Moni-
tor – If Equipped/Radio
37 — 15 Amp BlueTransmissionCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
Fuse
Description
38 — 10 Amp RedCargo Light/Satellite
Receiver (SDARS) Video
– If Equipped/Vehicle
Information Module – If
Equipped
39 — 10 Amp RedHeated Mirrors – If
Equipped
40 — 5 Amp OrangeAuto Inside Rearview
Mirror/Heated Seats – If
Equipped/Switch Bank
41———
42 30 Amp Pink— Front Blower Motor
43 30 Amp Pink— Rear Window Defroster
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR ATF+4Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
Rear Axle MOPARSynthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W–90 (API GL-5) or equivalent
(with MOPAR Friction Modifier — Hypoid Gear Additive).
414 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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Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 147
Bulb Replacement ..................... 406,407
Bulbs, Light .......................... 83,406
Calibration, Compass ..................... 213
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 412
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... 337
Oil (Engine) .......................... 371
Power Steering ........................ 294
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 385
Car Washes ............................ 393
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............80,337
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 340
Cellular Phone ........................ 93,263
Certification Label ....................... 340
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 309
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............... 367Checking Your Vehicle For Safety
............. 79
Checks, Safety ........................... 79
Child Restraint .................. 69,70,71,74,76
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............73,74
Child Safety Locks ........................ 34
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 333
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 394
Windshield Wiper Blades ................ 378
Climate Control ......................... 263
Clock ..................... 221,222,224,227,236
Coin Holder ........................... 178
Cold Weather Operation ................... 278
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 262
Compass .............................. 213
Compass Calibration ..................... 213
Compass Variance ....................... 214
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 206
446 INDEX

ConnectorUCI ................................ 247
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 247
Console, Floor .......................... 178
Console, Overhead ....................... 163
Contract, Service ........................ 437
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 385
Cooling System ......................... 382
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 384
Coolant Capacity ...................... 412
Coolant Level ...................... 382,386
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 386
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 383
Inspection ........................... 386
Points to Remember .................... 386
Pressure Cap ......................... 385
Radiator Cap ......................... 385
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......383,412,413
Corrosion Protection ..................... 392 Cruise Control (Speed Control)
.............. 155
Cruise Light ........................... 189
Cupholders ......................... 177,397
Customer Assistance ..................... 435
Customer Programmable Features ............ 216
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 148
Daytime Running Lights ................... 144
Dealer Service .......................... 368
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 42
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 40
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 181
Defroster, Windshield ................... 81,267
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 149
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 366
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 146
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... 370
Power Steering ........................ 294
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Fluid Capacities......................... 412
Fluid Leaks ............................. 83
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................. 390
Brake .............................. 388
Cooling System ....................... 382
Engine Oil ........................... 370
Power Steering ........................ 294
Fluids ................................ 413
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 413
Fog Lights .......................... 145,189
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 134
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 359
Fuel ................................. 333
Adding ............................. 337
Additives ............................ 335
Clean Air ............................ 333
Ethanol ............................. 334
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................... 337 Gasoline
............................ 333
Gauge .............................. 195
Materials Added ....................... 335
Methanol ............................ 334
Octane Rating ...................... 333,413
Requirements ......................... 333
Specifications ......................... 413
Tank Capacity ........................ 412
Fuel System Caution ..................... 338
Fueling ............................... 337
Fuses ................................ 398
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 164
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............337,366
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 333
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 333
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 333
Gauges Coolant Temperature ................... 193
450 INDEX

Oil Filter, Change........................ 372
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 372
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............366,367
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 164
Operating Precautions .................... 366
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 91
Overhead Console ....................... 163
Overheating, Engine ...................... 344
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,439
Paint Care ............................. 392
Panic Alarm ............................ 22
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 158
Parking Brake .......................... 295
Passing Light ........................... 146
Passive Entry ........................... 32
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 153
Personal Settings ........................ 216 Pets
.................................. 78
Phone, Cellular .......................... 93
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .............. 93
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 313
Power Brakes .............................. 297
Deck Lid Release ....................... 40
Distribution Center (Fuses) ............... 400
Door Locks ........................... 28
Mirrors .............................. 92
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 174
Seats ............................... 128
Steering .......................... 293,294
Sunroof ............................. 171
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......... 152
Windows ............................. 37
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 414
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 53
456 INDEX