2012 CHRYSLER 300 check transmission fluid

fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any trans-
mission; only the approved lubricant may be used.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as
they may adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not
required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted.
If you notice fluid loss or transmission malfunction, have
your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
•Using a transmission fluid other than the manu-
facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio-
ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque
converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid
other than that recommended by the manufacturer
will require more frequent fluid and filter
changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
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500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Automatic Door Locks..................... 32
Automatic Headlights.................... 176
Automatic Oil Change Indicator............. 293
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 340
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 500
Automatic Transmission...........355,358,499,501
Adding Fluid....................501,523
Autostick.......................... 365
Fluid and Filter Changes............... 501
Fluid Change....................... 501
Fluid Level Check.................... 500
Fluid Type......................... 523
Special Additives..................... 500
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode..... 357
Autostick............................. 365
Axle Fluid............................. 523
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 523B-Pillar Location........................ 393
Battery............................... 483
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 25
Location........................... 483
Belts, Seat............................47,84
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 488
Brake Assist System...................... 380
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 379
Brake Fluid............................ 523
Brake System........................... 497
Anti-Lock (ABS)..................... 377
Fluid Check.....................498,523
Master Cylinder..................... 498
Parking........................... 375
Warning Light....................... 281
Brake, Parking.......................... 375
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 354
Brakes............................... 497
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 81
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Flashers
Hazard Warning..................... 448
Turn Signal....................86,181,276
Flat Tire Changing....................... 449
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range...................... 427
Engine Oil......................... 426
Fuel Requirements.................424,425
Maintenance........................ 427
Replacement Parts.................... 427
Starting........................... 427
Flooded Engine Starting................... 351
Floor Console.......................... 262
Fluid Capacities......................... 521
Fluid Leaks............................. 86
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................ 500
Brake............................. 498
Cooling System...................... 492Engine Oil......................... 479
Transfer Case....................... 501
Fluid, Brake........................... 523
Fluids................................ 522
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 522
Fog Lights..........................179,276
Folding Rear Seat........................ 168
Forward Collision Warning..............222,289
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 462
Fuel................................. 420
Additives.......................... 423
Clean Air.......................... 421
Conserving......................... 294
Ethanol........................... 421
Filler Door (Gas Cap).................. 280
Gasoline........................... 420
Gauge............................ 280
Light............................. 289
Materials Added..................... 423
558 INDEX

Locks................................. 29
Auto Unlock......................... 32
Automatic Door...................... 32
Child Protection...................... 32
Door.............................. 29
Power Door......................... 31
Low Tire Pressure System.................. 410
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................75,76
Lubrication, Body....................... 488
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 483
Maintenance Procedures................... 478
Maintenance Schedule.................... 526
Maintenance, General..................... 478
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 279,475
Manual Transmission..................... 502
Fluid Level Check.................... 502
Manual, Service......................... 547Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 498
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 169
Memory Seat........................... 169
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 169
Methanol............................. 421
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 297
Mirrors................................ 94
Automatic Dimming................... 94
Electric Powered...................... 97
Electric Remote....................... 97
Exterior Folding...................... 95
Heated............................. 98
Outside............................ 95
Vanity............................. 98
Mode
Fuel Saver......................... 294
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 410
Mopar Parts.........................477,546
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