2011 CHRYSLER 300 maintenance

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Chrysler Group LLC......2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit................4
Instrument Cluster ..............6
GETTING STARTEDKeyFOB...................8
Remote Start.................8
Keyless Enter-N-Go .............9
Theft Alarm .................11
Seat Belt ...................11
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) —
Airbags ...................12
Child Restraints ................13
Front Seats ..................15
Rear Seat ...................17
Heated Seats .................18
Heated And Cooled Cupholders .......19
Adjustable Pedals ...............19
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......20
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLETurn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beam Lever . . 21
Headlight Switch...............22
Speed Control ................23
Climate Controls ...............26
Power Sunroof ................28
Wind Buffeting ................29
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System .........30
Identifying Your Radio .............32
Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 & 8.4N At A Glance . . . 32
Radio ....................34
Sirius Satellite Radio ..............35
Player ....................37
Garmin® Navigation (8.4N Only) .......37
Sirius Travel Link (8.4N Only) .........41
Playing iPod/USB/MP3 Devices ........42
Uconnect™ Phone (Bluetooth® Hands
Free Calling) .................43
Uconnect™ Voice Command .........47
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ....................48 Programmable Features
............49
Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®) .................50
Power Outlet .................52
UTILITY
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ...............53
Recreational Towing
(Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ...........54
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
24-Hour Towing Assistance ..........55
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights .......55
If Your Engine Overheats ...........59
Jacking, Tire Changing ............60
Jump-Starting ................62
Shift Lever Override .............64
Towing A Disabled Vehicle ..........65
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ............66
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ..........67
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Opening The Hood..............68
Engine Compartment .............69
Fluids And Capacities .............71
Maintenance Chart ..............73
Fuses .....................76
Tire Pressures .................80
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .........80
Exterior Bulbs .................81
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center .....82
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center ....82
Assistance For The Hearing Impaired .....82
Publications Ordering .............82
Reporting Safety Defects In The
50 United States And Washington, D.C. ....83
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
Authentic Accessories By MOPAR®......84
INDEX..................85
TABLE OF CONTENTS

24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE• Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents.
• Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number.
• Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.
• Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
• You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival. If you feelyou are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know. With your consent, we will contact local
police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
• The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the engine running.
If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine
running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system.
• If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend you drive to the nearest
service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
• Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly, when cold and inflatedto the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or
tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires.)
• As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire
failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
• IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST
THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE
VEHICLE PLACARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE
DRIVER'S DOOR. NOTE: AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE
DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
• Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level
to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
55

MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even
if it occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or
off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter;
replace if necessary. XX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XXXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using
your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or
frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid – All
Wheel Drive (AWD). XX
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All
Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing. XX
Inspect the transfer case fluid – All Wheel Drive (AWD). XX
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of
the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing –
All Wheel Drive (AWD). X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper
looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
73

Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Replace the engine air cleaner. XXX
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXXXXX
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or
104,000 miles (169,000 km) whichever comes first. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 104,000 miles
(169,000 km) or 60 months whichever comes first. X
Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine) XXX
Replace the spark plugs (3.6L engine) X
Inspect and replace PCV valve.* X• * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty.
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
74

Maintenance Record
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center
8,000 Miles
(13,000 km)
or 6 Months
16,000 Miles
(26,000 km)
or 12 Months
24,000 Miles
(39,000 km)
or 18 Months
32,000 Miles
(52,000 km)
or 24 Months
40,000 Miles
(65,000 km)
or 30 Months
48,000 Miles
(78,000 km)
or 36 Months
56,000 Miles
(91,000 km)
or 42 Months
64,000 Miles
(104,000 km)
or 48 Months
72,000 Miles
(117,000 km)
or 54 Months
80,000 Miles
(130,000 km)
or 60 Months
88,000 Miles
(143,000 km)
or 66 Months
96,000 Miles
(156,000 km)
or 72 Months
104,000 Miles
(169,000 km)
or 78 Months MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
75

Maintenance Record............75
Maintenance Schedule ...........73
MemorySeat ...............16
MOPAR® Accessories ...........84
Navigation .................37
Oil Change Indicator ...........58
Oil, Engine Capacity ................71
Overheating, Engine ............59
Panic Alarm .................8
Pedals, Adjustable .............19
Phone (Pairing) ..............44
Phone (Uconnect) .............43
Power Glass Sunroof ..............28
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . 52
Seats ..................15
Steering .................71
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ....20
Programmable Electronic Features .....49
Radio Operation ..............34
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ........21
Rear Heated Seats .............18
Rear Seat, Folding .............17
Recreational Towing ............54
Remote Starting System ..........8
Replacement Bulbs .............81
Restraints, Child ..............13
Seat Belts .................11
Seats ....................15
Adjustment ...............16
Heated .................18
Lumbar Support .............15
Memory.................16
Power ..................15
RearFolding...............17
Setting the Clock .............33
Shift Lever Override ............64
Signals, Turn ................21
SIRIUSTravelLink .............41 SmartBeams
................22
Spark Plugs ................71
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......23
Starting Remote .................8
Steering TiltColumn ...............20
Store Radio Presets ............34
SunRoof .................28
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag . . 12
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......11
Theft System Arming ...........11
Theft System Disarming ..........11
Tilt Steering Column ...........20
Ti re s Air Pressure ...............80
Changing ................61
Flat Changing ..............61
Jacking .................61
Pressure Warning Light .........55
Towing ...................53 24-Hour Towing Assistance .......
5
5
Disabled Vehicle ............65
Recreational ..............54
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . . 54
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight .......53
Trailer Weight ...............53
Transmission Fluid ...................71
Turn Signals ................21
Uconnect™ Phone .............43
USBPort .................42
Voice Command ..............47
Washers, Windshield ............21
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .......80
Wind Buffeting ..............29
Windows,ExpressDown ..........8
Windshield Washers ............21
Windshield Wipers .............21
INDEX
86