2012 CHRYSLER 300 lock

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.
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3. Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the center of the
lever, and disengage the spring steel lever locking tab by
pushing it to the right.
4. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged
position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and
rearward, until it locks in place in the vertical position.The vehicle is now out of PARK and can be towed.
Release the parking brake only when the vehicle is
securely connected to a tow vehicle.
Locking TabTether Strap
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To Reset The Manual Park Release:
1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side)
rearward (away from the lever) to unlatch the lever.
2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever forward and
down, to its original position, until the locking tab snaps
into place to secure the lever.3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to confirm that the
lever is locked in its stowed position.
4. Tuck the tether strap into the base of the console.
Reinstall the console storage bin.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Towing ConditionWheels OFF the
GroundRWD MODELS AWD MODELS
Flat Tow NONEIF Transmission is operable:
•Transmission inNEUTRAL
•30 mph (48 km/h)maxspeed
•15 mi (24 km)maxdistance
(5-speed trans)
•30 mi (48 km)maxdistance
(8-speed trans)NOT ALLOWED
Wheel LiftFrontNOT ALLOWED
Rear OK Trans inNEUTRAL
FlatbedALL BEST METHODBEST METHOD6
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Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
MOPARSpray White Lube or equivalent to assure quiet,
easy operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior
to the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching
components to ensure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the
lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending
on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor-
mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks,
water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are
present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary.
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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.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every
12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty orrusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front
of the radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc.
If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden
hose vertically down the face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.
If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery
bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE
CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
1 — — Fuse – Spare
2 40 Amp
Green— Radiator Fan #1
3 50 Amp
Red— Power Steering #1
4 30 Amp
Pink— Starter
5 40 Amp
Green— Anti-Lock Brakes
6 — — Fuse – Spare
7 — — Fuse – Spare
8 — — Fuse – Spare
9 — 20 Amp
YellowAll-Wheel Drive Module –
If Equipped
10 — 10 Amp
RedSecurity
11 — 20 Amp
YellowHornsCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
12 — 10 Amp
RedAir Conditioning Clutch
13 — — Fuse – Spare
14 — 25 Amp
NaturalAnti-Lock Brakes
15 — 25 Amp
NaturalTransmission
16 — — Fuse – Spare
18 50 Amp
Red— Radiator Fan #2
19 50 Amp
Red— Power Steering #2
20 30 Amp
Pink— Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp
Pink— Headlamp Washers
22 — — Fuse – Spare
23 — — Fuse – Spare
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
24 — — Fuse – Spare
28 — 25 Amp
NaturalFuel Pump
29 — 15 Amp
BlueTransmission/Shifter
30 — — Fuse – Spare
31 — 25 Amp
NaturalEngine Module
32 — — Fuse – Spare
33 — — Fuse – Spare
34 — 25 Amp
NaturalPowertrain #1
35 — 20 Amp
YellowPowertrain #2
36 — 10 Amp
RedAnti-Lock Brake Module
37 — 10 Amp
RedEngine Controller/Rad
Fan RelaysCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
38 — 10 Amp
RedAirbag Module
39 — 10 Amp
RedPower Steering
Module/AC Clutch Relay
48 — 10 Amp
RedAWD Module/Front Axle
Disconnect
49 — — Fuse – Spare
50 — — Fuse – Spare
51 — 20 Amp
YellowVacuum Pump
52 — — Fuse – Spare
53 — — Fuse – Spare
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CAUTION!
•When installing the power distribution center
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the power distribution
center and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
2 60 Amp
Yellow— Front PDC Feed #1
3 — — Fuse – Spare
4 60 Amp
Yellow— Front PDC Feed #2
5 30 Amp
Pink— Sunroof
6 40 Amp
Green— Exterior Lighting #1
7 40 Amp
Green— Exterior Lighting #2
8 30 Amp
Pink— Interior Lighting/
Washer Pump
9 30 Amp
Pink— Power Locks
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