2011 CHRYSLER 300 stop start

WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may
have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
• Certain conditions, such as a poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine start.The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving cycles. In
most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing.
• If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend you do not
operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
• This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
- Charging System Light
• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system lightremains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system.
• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicleand shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four minutes when this light
turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you driveto the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignitionwhen the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position; the
light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized service center immediately. If the light is flashing when the engine is running,
immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing.
- Airbag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle servicedby an authorized service center immediately.
SERVICE AWD SYSTEM Message
• If the SERVICE AWD SYSTEM warning message appears after engine start up, or duringdriving, it means the AWD system is not functioning properly. We recommend you do not
operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
Oil Change Indicator
Message
• If an “oil change” message (shown as Oil Change Required) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
• Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.)
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
• Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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WARNING!
• Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull farenough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or
changing the wheel.
• Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is
on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can
be raised on a lift.
• The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm, level
surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
• Carefully follow these tire changing procedures to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the
roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.
• Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable and could cause it to slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to
remove the tire.
• A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or hard stop, could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places
provided.
JUMP-STARTING
• If your vehicle has a discharged battery it canbe jump-started using a set of jumper cables
and a battery in another vehicle or by using a
portable battery booster pack.
• Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in
this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster
pack follow the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and precautions.
Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery posts are located on
the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
NOTE: The remote battery posts are viewed by standing on the right side of the vehicle looking
over the fender.
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise
Control)..................23
Adjustable Pedals .............19
Airbag ...................12
Alarm, Panic ................8
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . 11
Automatic Headlights ...........22
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . 26
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ................71
Axle Fluid .................71
Belts, Seat .................11
Brake Fluid .................71
Bulb Replacement .............81
Calibration, Compass ...........49
Change Oil Indicator ...........58
Child Restraint ...............13
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .......13
Clock Setting ...............33
Compass Calibration ...........49
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ............71
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......23
Cruise Light ................23
Cupholders Heated/Cooled (Beverage Holder) . . . 19
Customer Assistance ...........82
Customer Programmable Features .....49
Defects, Reporting .............83
Dimmer Control ..............22
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........22
Disarming, Theft System ..........11
Driver Cockpit ...............4
ECO ...................49
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control) ..................23
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ................. 48,49
Engine Compartment ..............69
Oil Selection ..............71
Overheating ..............59
Starting .................10 Stopping
................10
EventDataRecorder ...........67
Express Down Windows ...........8
Exterior Lights ...............81
Fluid Capacities ..............71
Fluids ...................71
Fog Lights .................22
Folding Rear Seat .............17
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........66
Front Heated Seats ............18
Fuel Specifications ..............71
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....50
Headlights Automatic ................22
Dimmer Switch .............22
HighBeam ...............21
Heated Seats ...............
1
8
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch ...................21
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter ................50
Hood Release ...............68
Instrument Cluster .............6
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights ....6,55
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....21
Introduction .................2
Jack Location ...............60
Jump Starting ...............62
KeyFob...................8
Keyless Enter-N-Go ............9
Lane Change Assist ............21
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) .................13
Lights Turn Signal ...............21
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) ...............6
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