2012 CHRYSLER 300 S ECO mode

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 ...................12
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) —
Air Bags ...................13
Child Restraints ................14
Front Seats ..................16
Rear Seat ...................18
Heated Seats .................18
Heated And Cooled Cupholders .......19
Adjustable Pedals ...............20
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......20
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEngine Break-In Recommendations ......22
Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beam Lever . . 23
Headlight Switch ...............24
Speed Control ................25
Electronic Shifter – 3.6L Engine ........27
Transmission Modes/AutoStick® ........29
Climate Controls ...............31
Power Sunroof ................33
Wind Buffeting ................33
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System .........34
Identifying Your Radio .............36
Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 & 8.4N At A Glance . . . 36
Radio ....................38
Sirius Satellite Radio ..............39
iPod®/CD/AUX Controls ...........41
Garmin® Navigation (8.4N Only) .......41
Sirius Travel Link (8.4N Only) .........45
Playing iPod/USB/MP3 Devices ........46
Uconnect™ Phone (Bluetooth® Hands
Free Calling) .................47
Uconnect™ Voice Command .........51
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ....................53
Programmable Features ............54
Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®) .................54
Power Outlets ................57
UTILITYTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ...............58
Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.) ...............59
SRT8AutoStick®..................60
Performance Features .............61
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-Hour Towing Assistance ..........64
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights .......64
If Your Engine Overheats ...........68
Jacking And Tire Changing ..........69
Battery Location ...............74
Jump-Starting ................74
Shift Lever Override .............76
Towing A Disabled Vehicle ..........78
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ............79
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ..........80
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood..............81
Fuel Door Release ..............82
Engine Compartment .............84
Fluids And Capacities .............87
Maintenance Chart ..............90
Fuses .....................95
Tire Pressures .................99
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .........99
Exterior Bulbs ................100
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEChrysler Group LLC Customer Center ....101
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center . . . 101
Assistance For The Hearing Impaired ....101
Publications Ordering ............101
Reporting Safety Defects In The
50 United States And Washington, D.C. . . . 102
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAuthentic Accessories By MOPAR® .....103
INDEX.................104
FAQ(HowTo?)Frequently Asked Questions.........107
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Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- Electronic Speed Control ONIndicator
- Electronic Speed Control SETIndicator
- Adaptive Cruise Control(ACC) ON Indicator*
- Adaptive Cruise Control(ACC) SET Indicator*
- Electronic Stability Control(ESC) Off Indicator*
- Windshield Washer Fluid LowIndicator
- Door Ajar Indicator
- Decklid Ajar Indicator
SPORT- Sport Mode Indicator
EVIC Messages
ECO/Fuel Economy Oil Change Due
Low Tire Pressure Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start
Turn Signal On
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
• A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission andaxle) in your vehicle.
• Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
• While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
• 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 “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
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.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — SRT8 VERSIONS
• A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear axle) in your new vehicle.
• Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After the initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
• While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.
• The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be consistent with
anticipated climate and conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the
recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
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.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
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Distance Setting (ACC Only)
• To set or change the distance setting, press the Distance button and release. Each timethe button is pressed, the distance setting adjusts between long (3), medium (2), and
short (1). The distance setting will default to the last set mode the next time the vehicle is
restarted and the ACC system is turned on.
• The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between 3 (long), 2 (medium), and 1 (short). Using this distance setting and the vehicle
speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead. This distance setting
displays in the EVIC.
Mode (ACC Only)
• If desired, the Adaptive Cruise Control mode can be turned off and the system can beoperated as a standard (fixed speed) Cruise Control. When in the standard (fixed speed)
Cruise Control mode the distance setting feature will be disabled and the system will
maintain the speed you set.
• To change modes, press the MODE button when the system is in either the OFF, READY, or SET position. Cruise Ready will be displayed if the system was in ACC
READY or ACC SET position. Cruise Off will be displayed if the system was in the ACC
OFF position. To switch back to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, press the MODE button
a second time.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information.
Forward Collision Warning
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW) warns the driver of a potential collision with the vehicle in front of you and prompts the driver to take action in order to avoid the collision.
A warning message (both audible and visual) will be displayed on the EVIC.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information.
WARNING!
• Leaving the Electronic or Adaptive Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have a collision. Alway s leave the Electronic or Adaptive
Speed Control system off when you are not using it.
• Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control. A collision could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy
traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience system. It is not a substitute for active driving involvement. Pay attention to road, traffic, and weather conditions, vehicle speed,
distance to the vehicle ahead; and, brake operation to ensure safe operation of the
vehicle under all road conditions. Your attention is always required while driving to
maintain safe control of your vehicle. Failure to follow these warnings can result in a
collision or serious personal injury.
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Vehicles Equipped with LOW Mode• To shift from DRIVE to LOW, pull the shift lever rearward until “L” is displayed in theEVIC.
• To shift back into DRIVE from LOW, pull the shift lever rearward until “D” is displayed in the EVIC.
TRANSMISSION MODES/AUTOSTICK®
• AUTOSTICK® is only available on sport equipped vehicles.
For Vehicles Equipped With Sport Mode
• This mode is driver selectable and will provide more aggressive shifting and is intendedfor spirited driving.
• Shifting into SPORT mode can be done anytime the vehicle is in the “D” Drive position. Simply pull the shift lever and release when “S” is displayed in the EVIC. Pulling the shift
lever rearward a second time will return the vehicle to the “D” Drive position.
NOTE:When the vehicle is in SPORT mode, there is a green “sport flag” illuminated in the
instrument cluster.
For Vehicles Equipped With Low Mode
• This range should be used for engine braking when descending very steep grades. In this range, the transmission will downshift for increased engine braking. To switch between
DRIVE and LOW mode, pull the shift lever rearward and release when “L” is displayed in
the EVIC.
• Shifting into LOW can be done anytime the vehicle is in “D” DRIVE position.
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AUTOSTICK®
• When the transmission is in DRIVE, it willoperate automatically, shifting between
the eight available gears. While in SPORT
mode, the transmission will only shift
between seven of the eight available
gears.
• To engage AutoStick®, simply tap one of the steering wheel-mounted shift paddles
(+/-).
• In AutoStick® mode, the transmission will only shift up or down when (+/-) is
manually selected by the driver, except as
described below. It will remain in the
selected gear until another upshift or
downshift is chosen.
• When AutoStick® is active, the current transmission gear is displayed in the EVIC.
• If AutoStick® is engaged while in DRIVE mode, lack of accelerator pedal activity will cause the transmission to revert to automatic operation. The transmission will also upshift
automatically once redline, (where the tachometer needle points to the red portion of the
gauge) is reached. If the accelerator is pressed to the floor, the transmission will downshift
when possible (based on current vehicle speed and gear).
• When AutoStick® is used in SPORT mode, the transmission will only shift up or down when commanded by the driver, except as noted below.
• In either DRIVE or SPORT mode, the transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows to a stop (to prevent engine lugging) and will display the current gear.
Tapping the (+) paddle (at a stop) will allow starting in second gear. After a stop, the
driver should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the vehicle accelerates.
NOTE:To disengage AutoStick® mode, press and hold the (+) shift paddle until “D” or “S” is
once again displayed in the EVIC. You can shift in or out of the AutoStick® mode at any time
without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal.
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RADIO
• To access the Radio mode, touch the Radio soft-key at the lower left of the screen.
• Unless otherwise noted, the information provided on the operation and functionality ofthe radios in this section is common to all Uconnect Touch™ radios.
Selecting Radio Stations
• Touch the desired radio band (AM, FM or SAT) soft-key.
Seek Up/Seek Down
• Touch the Seek arrow soft-keys for less than two seconds to seek through radio stations.
• Touch and hold either arrow soft-key for more than two seconds to bypass stationswithout stopping. The radio will stop at the next listenable station once the arrow soft-key
is released.
Direct Tune
• Tune directly to a radio station by pressing the “Tune” button on the screen, and enteringthe desired station number.
Store Radio Presets
• Your radio can store 12 total preset stations. They are shown at the top of your screen. Tosee all 12 stations, press the arrow soft-key at the top right of the screen to toggle
between the six presets.
• To set a station into memory press and hold the desired numbered soft-key for more than two seconds or until you hear a confirmation beep.
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SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO
• SIRIUS® Satellite Radio gives you over 130 channels, including 100% commercial-freemusic from nearly every genre, plus all your favorite sports, news, talk and entertainment
channels –all with crystal clear, coast-to-coast coverage, all in one place and all at your
fingertips.
• To access SIRIUS Satellite Radio, touch the SAT soft-key on the main Radio screen.
• The following describes features that are available when in SIRIUS Satellite Radio mode.
Selecting SIRIUS Satellite Channels
Seek Up/Seek Down
• Touch the Seek arrow soft-keys for less than two seconds to seek through channels in SAT mode.
• Touch and hold either arrow soft-key for more than two seconds to bypass channels without stopping. The radio will stop at the next listenable channel once the arrow
soft-key is released.
Direct Tune
• Tune directly to a SAT channel by pressing the “Tune” button on the screen, and enteringthe desired station number.
Jump
• Automatically tells you when Traffic & Weather for a favorite city is available, and givesyou the option to switch to that channel. Touch Jump to activate the feature. After
listening to Traffic and Weather, touch Jump again to return to the previous channel.
Fav
• Activates the favorites menu. You can add up to 50 favorite artists or songs. Just touchAdd Fav Artist or Add Fav Song while the song is playing. You will then be alerted any
time one of these songs, or works by these artists, is playing on other SIRIUS channels.
SIRIUS Parental Controls
• You can skip or hide certain channels from view if you do not want access to them. Touchthe More soft-key, then the Settings soft-key, next touch the SIRIUS Setup soft-key, then
select Channel Skip. Touch the box, check-mark, next to the channel you want skipped.
They will not show up in normal usage.
• SIRIUS also offers the option to permanently block selected channels. Call 1-888-539-7474 and request the Family Package.
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