2012 CHRYSLER 300 SRT maintenance

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE............................. 89
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL.................................. 277
5STARTING AND OPERATING................................................345
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES............................................. 427
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE..............................................451
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES.................................................505
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE........................................ 523
10INDEX...................................................................533
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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 MOPAR
parts, 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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▫Display Warnings And Maintenance ....... 219
▫ Precautions While Driving With ACC ...... 222
▫ General Information .................. 226
▫ Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control
Mode ............................. 226
▫ Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped . . 228
 Parksense Park Assist — If Equipped ...... 231
▫ Parksense Sensors................... 232
▫ Parksense Warning Display ............ 232
▫ Parksense Display................... 233
▫ Front Park Assist Audible Alerts ......... 237
▫ Enabling And Disabling Parksense ....... 237
▫ Service The Parksense Park Assist
System ............................ 237 ▫
Cleaning The Parksense System......... 238
▫ Parksense System Usage Precautions ...... 238
 Parkview Rear Back Up Camera —
If Equipped .......................... 241
▫ Turning Parkview On Or Off —
With Touch Screen Radio ............... 243
 Overhead Console ..................... 243
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ............. 244
▫ Sunglass Bin Door ................... 245
 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ........ 245
▫ Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink ........................ 247
▫ Programming A Rolling Code ........... 248
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code ........ 250
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▫Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .... 251
▫ Using HomeLink ................... 253
▫ Security ........................... 253
▫ Troubleshooting Tips .................. 253
▫ General Information .................. 254
 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............ 255
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ............ 256
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 256
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ............. 256
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 256
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ................. 256
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ............. 257
▫ Sunshade Operation .................. 257 ▫
Wind Buffeting ...................... 257
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ................. 257
▫ Ignition Off Operation ................. 258
 Commandview Sunroof With Power Shade —
If Equipped .......................... 258
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ............ 259
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 259
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ............. 260
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 260
▫ Opening Power Shade — Express ......... 260
▫ Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode .... 260
▫ Closing Power Shade — Express ......... 260
▫ Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode ..... 261
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▫Pinch Protect Feature ................. 261
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... 261
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ................. 261
▫ Ignition Off Operation ................. 262
▫ Sunroof Fully Closed .................. 262
 Electrical Power Outlets ................. 262
 Cupholders .......................... 267
▫ Front Seat Cupholders ................. 267
▫ Rear Seat Cupholders ................. 269
 Storage ............................. 270
▫ Glovebox Storage .................... 270
▫ Console Features .................... 270 ▫
Door Storage ....................... 272
▫ Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped . . . 272
▫ Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped With
60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat ............ 273
 Cargo Area Features ................... 274
▫ Trunk Mat — If Equipped .............. 274
▫ Grocery Bag Hooks ................... 275
 Rear Window Features .................. 276
▫ Rear Window Defroster ................ 276
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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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The “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” message
can sometimes be displayed while driving in highly
reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or ice and
snow). The ACC system will recover after the vehicle has
left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is
not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this
warning may temporarily occur.
NOTE:If the ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of
Vehicle” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control is still available. For additional information refer
to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode” in this
section.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the
vehicle behind the lower grille. To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor-
tant to note the following maintenance items:
•Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to
damage the sensor lens.
•Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so
could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and
require a sensor realignment.
•If the sensor is damaged due to a collision, see your
authorized dealer for service.
•Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor,
including transparent material or aftermarket grilles.
Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
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