2011 CHRYSLER 300 open hood

To Open And Close The Hood ............ 162
 Lights ............................. 164
▫ Headlight Switch .................... 164
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ...... 164
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 165
▫ Headlight Time Delay ................. 165
▫ Smartbeam™ — If Equipped ............ 166
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) .......... 166
▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 166
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 167
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 168
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 168 ▫
Lane Change Assist ................... 168
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 169
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 169
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ............. 169
▫ Ambient Light ...................... 170
▫ Interior Lights ...................... 170
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 173
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 174
▫ Wiper Operation ..................... 174
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 175
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 175
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 175
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89

•The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the
driver seat position is less than 0.9 in (22.7 mm)
forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no
benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit
or Easy Entry.
Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy
Entry and Easy Exit position.
NOTE: The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature can be en-
abled or disabled using the Uconnect Touch™ System,
refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side
of the instrument panel. 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety
catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the
center front edge of the hood.
Hood Release Lever
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Use the hood prop rod (if equipped) to secure the hood in
the open position.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approxi-
mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it. This should
secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless
the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
Hood Safety Catch
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163

•You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,”
pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with
the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops
back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on
the “H,” turn the engine off immediately and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
WARNING!
•Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off
the road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.(Continued)
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409

WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is on. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
•Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or
bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical
contact. You could be seriously injured.
•Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission
into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri-
cal accessories. 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park
the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure could result in per-
sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex-
plosion.
420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has
had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling
system pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of
HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned
ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electro-
cution if not serviced properly. See your authorized
dealer for service.
NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps,
when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to
the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after
approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.
Standard Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam
Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp, Inner Park Lamp, and
Outer Park Lamp
1. Open the hood. NOTE:
Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be
necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlamp
assembly on the driver side of the vehicle.
2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise, and then pull it out of the headlamp
assembly.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head-
lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477

Head Rests............................ 154
Headlight Washers ....................... 447
Headlights ............................ 476
Automatic ......................... 164
Bulb Replacement .................... 476
Cleaning ........................... 464
Delay ............................. 165
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...... 169
Lights On Reminder .................. 166
On With Wipers ................... 165,175
Passing ............................ 169
Switch ............................ 164
Time Delay ......................... 165
Washers ........................... 447
Heated Mirrors .......................... 98
Heated Seats ........................... 150
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 322
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 169
Hill Start Assist ......................... 344 Hitches
Trailer Towing ....................... 396
Holder, Coin ........................... 246
Holder, Cup ........................... 242
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 223
Hood Release .......................... 162
Ignition Key ............................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint ........................ 71,72
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 269
Instrument Cluster ....................... 259
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 257
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 465
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 466
Interior Appearance Care .................. 464
Interior Fuses .......................... 466
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