2012 CHRYSLER 300 trunk

Rear Power Distribution Center
There is also a power distribution center located in the
trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center
contains fuses and relays.
Opening The Access Panel
Rear Power Distribution Center
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511

VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than
21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps............. W5W
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp............. 562
Overhead Console Reading Lamps............ 578
Visor Vanity Lamps.....................A6220
Glove Box Lamp – If Equipped............... 194
Door Courtesy.......................... 562
Shift Indicator Lamp.................JKLE14140
Optional Door Map Pocket/Cupholder........ LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement instructions.
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.
516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Rear Backup Lamp And Turn Signal Lamps
1. Open the trunk.
2. Remove the trunk trim by removing the grocery hook
(using a T-20 torque driver or similar tool), remove the
fastener, and pull back the weather strip.
3. Pull back the trunk liner to gain access to the tail lamp
wing nuts.
4. Remove the three wing nuts from the back of the tail
lamp assembly.
5. Pull the tail lamp assembly away from the vehicle
enough to access the electrical connector.
6. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side.7. Disconnect the electrical connector.
8. Continue removing lamp from vehicle in order to
access the bulb(s).
9. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly.
10. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail
lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
12. Reinstall the tail lamp assembly, fasteners, electrical
connector, and trunk trim.
13. Close the trunk.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519

Door Locks............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 32
Door Opener, Garage..................... 238
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 370
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water............................. 371
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy.... 294
E-85 Fuel............................. 424
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 267
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 97
Electrical Power Outlets................... 254
Electronic Brake Control System............. 379
Anti-Lock Brake System................ 379
Brake Assist System................... 380
Traction Control System................ 380
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 508
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)....196,199Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 381
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................235,285
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 43
Emergency Trunk Release................... 43
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 462
Hazard Warning Flasher............... 448
Jacking............................ 449
Jump Starting....................... 458
Overheating........................ 448
Towing............................ 467
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 475
Engine............................... 474
Air Cleaner......................... 482
Block Heater........................ 352
Break-In Recommendations.............. 81
Checking Oil Level................... 479
Compartment....................473,474
556 INDEX

Recorder, Event Data...................... 70
Recreational Towing...................... 445
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 421
Refrigerant............................ 486
Reminder, Lights On..................... 179
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 55
Remote Control
Starting System....................... 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 330
Remote Starting System.................... 26
Remote Trunk Release..................... 41
Replacement Bulbs....................... 516
Replacement Keys........................ 17
Replacement Parts....................... 477
Replacement Tires....................... 405
Reporting Safety Defects................... 547
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........277,293
Restraint, Head......................... 165Restraints, Child......................... 71
Restraints, Occupant...................... 43
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 462
Rotation, Tires.......................... 409
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 84
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 86
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 547
Safety Information, Tire................... 387
Safety Tips............................. 82
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 83
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 526
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 507
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 55
Seat Belts..........................43,47,84
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 51
And Pregnant Women.................. 56
Child Restraint.................71,72,73,79
Extender........................... 56
566 INDEX

Spinning........................... 403
Trailer Towing....................... 441
Tread Wear Indicators................. 404
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 438
Towing............................... 433
Behind a Motorhome.................. 445
Disabled Vehicle..................... 467
Guide............................. 437
Recreational........................ 445
Weight............................ 437
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome.......... 445
Traction Control......................... 380
Trailer Towing.......................... 433
Cooling System Tips.................. 445
Hitches............................ 436
Minimum Requirements................ 439
Tips .............................. 444
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 438
Wiring............................ 442Trailer Towing Guide..................... 437
Trailer Weight.......................... 437
Transfer Case........................... 501
Fluid..........................501,523
Maintenance........................ 501
Transmission........................... 499
Automatic....................355,358,499
Fluid............................. 523
Shifting........................... 353
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 21
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 238
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 21
Transporting Pets........................ 81
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 404
Trip Odometer.......................... 276
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)....................41,43
570 INDEX

Trunk Release Remote Control............... 41
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 43
Turn Signals.........................181,276
UCI Connector......................... 328
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 549
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 328
Universal Transmitter..................... 238
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 52
Vanity Mirrors........................... 98
Vehicle Certification Label................. 431
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................394,431,433
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................342,516
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 481Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 448
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 276
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 546
Washer
Adding Fluid....................... 489
Washers, Windshield..................188,489
Washing Vehicle......................... 503
Water
Driving Through..................... 371
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 504
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 504
Wind Buffeting.....................41,250,253
Window Fogging........................ 342
Windows.............................. 38
Power............................. 38
Windshield Defroster...................... 84
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