2012 CHRYSLER 300 maintenance

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE............................. 87
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL.................................. 271
5STARTING AND OPERATING................................................343
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES............................................. 447
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE..............................................471
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES.................................................525
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE........................................ 541
10INDEX...................................................................551
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision
workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all
essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-
ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine MOPARparts, and cares about
your satisfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag
system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or
may not function properly if modifications are
made. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer
for any air bag system service. If your seat includ-
ing your trim cover and cushion needs to be
serviced in any way (including removal or
loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts),
take the vehicle to your authorized dealer. Only
manufacturer approved seat accessories may be
used. If it is necessary to modify the air bag system
for persons with disabilities, contact your autho-
rized dealer.
Air Bag Warning Light
You will want to have the air bags ready to
inflate for your protection in a collision. The
Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal
circuits and interconnecting wiring associated
with air bag system electrical components. While the air
bag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of
the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service
the air bag system immediately.
•The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is
first cycled to the ON/RUN position.
•The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight-second interval.
•The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving.
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The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle”.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.
NOTE:A new engine may consume some oil during its
first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This
should be considered a normal part of the break-in and
not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seri-
ously injured or killed.
•Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
•Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
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▫Display Warnings And Maintenance....... 213
▫Precautions While Driving With ACC...... 216
▫General Information.................. 220
▫Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control
Mode............................. 220
▫Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped . . 222
ParksensePark Assist — If Equipped...... 225
▫ParksenseSensors................... 225
▫ParksenseWarning Display............ 226
▫ParksenseDisplay................... 227
▫Front Park Assist Audible Alerts......... 231
▫Enabling And Disabling Parksense....... 231
▫Service The ParksensePark Assist System . . 231▫Cleaning The ParksenseSystem......... 232
▫ParksenseSystem Usage Precautions...... 232
ParkviewRear Back Up Camera —
If Equipped.......................... 235
▫Turning ParkviewOn Or Off —
With Touch Screen Radio............... 236
Overhead Console..................... 237
▫Front Map/Reading Lights............. 237
▫Sunglass Bin Door................... 238
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped........ 238
▫Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink........................ 240
▫Programming A Rolling Code........... 240
▫Programming A Non-Rolling Code........ 242
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▫Canadian/Gate Operator Programming.... 244
▫Using HomeLink................... 245
▫Security........................... 245
▫Troubleshooting Tips.................. 246
▫General Information.................. 247
Power Sunroof — If Equipped............ 247
▫Opening Sunroof — Express............ 248
▫Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode........ 248
▫Closing Sunroof — Express............. 248
▫Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode........ 249
▫Pinch Protect Feature................. 249
▫Venting Sunroof — Express............. 249
▫Sunshade Operation.................. 249▫Wind Buffeting...................... 250
▫Sunroof Maintenance................. 250
▫Ignition Off Operation................. 250
CommandviewSunroof With Power Shade —
If Equipped.......................... 251
▫Opening Sunroof — Express............ 252
▫Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode........ 252
▫Closing Sunroof — Express............. 252
▫Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode........ 252
▫Opening Power Shade — Express......... 252
▫Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode.... 253
▫Closing Power Shade — Express......... 253
▫Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode..... 253
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▫Pinch Protect Feature................. 253
▫Wind Buffeting...................... 253
▫Sunroof Maintenance................. 254
▫Ignition Off Operation................. 254
▫Sunroof Fully Closed.................. 254
Electrical Power Outlets................. 254
Cupholders.......................... 259
▫Front Seat Cupholders................. 259
▫Rear Seat Cupholders................. 261
Storage............................. 262
▫Glovebox Storage.................... 262
▫Console Features.................... 262▫Door Storage....................... 264
▫Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped . . . 264
▫Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped With 60/40
Split-Folding Rear Seat................ 265
Cargo Area Features................... 266
▫Trunk Mat — If Equipped.............. 266
▫Grocery Bag Hooks................... 267
Rear Window Features.................. 267
▫Rear Window Defroster................ 267
▫Power Sunshade — If Equipped.......... 268
Load Leveling System — If Equipped....... 270
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Adaptive Cruise Control Ready
When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting
has not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive
Cruise Control Ready.”
ACC SET
When ACC is set, the set speed will display.
The set speed will continue to display in place of the
odometer reading when changing the EVIC display
while ACC is set.
The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC
activity occurs, which may include any of the following:
•Set Speed Change
•Distance Setting Change
•System Cancel
•Driver Override
•System Off
•ACC Proximity Warning
•ACC Unavailable Warning
The EVIC will return to the last display selected
after five seconds of no ACC display activity.
Display Warnings And Maintenance
“Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning
The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”
warning will display when conditions temporarily limit
system performance. This most often occurs at times of
poor visibility, such as in snow or heavy rain. The ACC
system may also become temporarily blinded due to
obstructions, such as mud, dirt or ice. In these cases, the
EVIC will display “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of
Vehicle” and the system will deactivate.
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