2012 CHRYSLER 300 SRT fog light

To Open And Close The Hood ............ 179
 Lights ............................. 180
▫ Headlight Switch .................... 180
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ...... 181
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 182
▫ Headlight Time Delay ................. 182
▫ Smartbeam™ — If Equipped ............ 183
▫ Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge
Headlights — If Equipped .............. 183
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) .......... 184
▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 184
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 184
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 185 ▫
Turn Signals ........................ 186
▫ Lane Change Assist ................... 186
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 186
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 186
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ............. 187
▫ Courtesy Lights ..................... 188
▫ Ambient Light ...................... 188
▫ Interior Lights ...................... 189
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 191
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 192
▫ Wiper Operation ..................... 192
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 193
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 193
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91

Use the hood prop rod (if equipped) to secure the hood in
the open position.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approxi-
mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it. This should
secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless
the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
LIGHTS
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the left side of
the instrument panel. This switch controls the
operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru-
ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte-
rior lights and fog lights.
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Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on when-
ever the ignition is placed in the RUN position, the
headlights are off and the parking brake is off. The
headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime
driving.
NOTE:The Daytime Running Lights can be turned on
and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System, refer to
“Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is placed in the OFF position, a chime will sound to alert
the driver when the driver’s door is opened.
Fog Lights — If Equipped
The front fog light switch is built into the headlight
switch.
Fog Light Switch
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To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking
lights or the low beam headlights and press the
headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights,
either press the headlight switch a second time or turn off
the headlight switch.
An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates
when the fog lights are turned on.
NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam
headlights or parking lights on. However, selecting the
high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn
signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The
multifunction lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
Multifunction Lever
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear
range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the
accelerator.
2. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If EquippedThis indicator will illuminate when the park
lights or headlights are turned on.
3. Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated. If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle is driven
more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on, a
continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the
signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check
for a defective outside light bulb.
4. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog
lights are on.
5. High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that the high beam head-
lights are on. Push the multifunction lever forward
to switch the headlights to high beam, and pull toward
yourself (normal position) to return to low beam.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281

•Bi-Level ModeAir comes from the instrument panel outlets and
floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed
through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort
conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets
and warmer air from the floor outlets.
•Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of
air is directed through the defrost and side window
demister outlets.
•Mix Mode Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window
demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or
snowy conditions.
•Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window
demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maximum
temperature settings for best windshield and side win-
dow defrosting and defogging. When the defrost mode is
selected, the blower level may increase.
13. SYNC
Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off.
The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is
enabled. Sync is used to synchronize the passenger
temperature setting with the driver temperature setting.
Changing the passenger temperature setting while in
Sync will automatically exit this feature.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339

REPLACEMENT BULBS
InteriorBulb 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. Exterior
Bulb Number
Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Halogen
Headlamp) .......................... HIR2LL
Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon Headlamp) .... D3S
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Turn Signal Lamp ..............PSY24WSV
Front Park Lamp ........................ LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Daytime Running Lamp ................... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Fog Lamp – If Equipped ............... H11
Front Sidemarker Lamp ................... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp ............ LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Sidemarker Lamp .................... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Fog Lamp – If Equipped ............... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Fluid Capacities......................... 502
Fluid Leaks ............................. 87
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................ 480
Brake ............................. 477
Cooling System ...................... 471
Engine Oil ......................... 458
Power Steering ...................... 370
Fluid, Brake ........................... 504
Fluids ................................ 503
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 503
Fog Lights .......................... 184,281
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 173
Forward Collision Warning ..............228,296
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 444
Fuel ................................. 414
Additives .......................... 416
Clean Air .......................... 414
Conserving ......................... 301 Ethanol
........................... 415
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .................. 286
Gasoline ........................... 414
Gauge ............................ 286
Light ............................. 296
Materials Added ..................... 416
Methanol .......................... 415
Octane Rating .................... 414,503
Requirements ....................... 414
Saver Mode ........................ 301
Specifications ....................... 503
Tank Capacity ....................... 502
Fuel Optimizer ......................... 301
Fuel Saver ............................. 301
Fuses ................................ 487
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ........... 245
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 414
Conserving ......................... 301
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