2012 CHRYSLER 300 SRT engine

138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or
138 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
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144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner
filter, and replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
❏ Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet,
or frequent trailer towing.
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WARNING!
•You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform
a service job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
•Failure to properly inspect and maintain your
vehicle could result in a component malfunction
and effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident
150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or
150 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four-wheel disc brakes.
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The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser-
vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract,
and you require service after the manufacturer’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the
contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group
LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
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About Your Brakes.................... 371,373
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .............. 374
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control) ......................... 205
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 473
Adding Fuel ........................... 419
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 467
Additives, Fuel ......................... 416
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 200
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 460
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 463
Air Conditioning Filter .................343,464
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............463,464
Air Conditioning System ................341,463
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 397
Airbag .............................. 56,66
Airbag Deployment ....................... 67
Airbag Light ................... 63,64,69,85,286
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 68 Airbag, Side
...................... 60,62,65,66
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........60,62,66
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 18
Alarm Light ........................... 287
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alarm, Panic ............................ 23
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............374,377
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...............286,376
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............472,502
Disposal ........................... 474
Appearance Care ........................ 481
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 18
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 382
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 39
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 31
Auto Up Power Windows .................. 39
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 96
534 INDEX

Bulb Replacement..................... 496,497
Bulbs, Light .......................... 87,496
Camera, Rear ........................... 241
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 502
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ........................ 459
Power Steering ...................... 370
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 474
Car Washes ............................ 482
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............84,418
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 422
Cellular Phone .......................... 332
Certification Label ....................... 422
Chains, Tire ............................ 403
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 387
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............285,454
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 83Checks, Safety
........................... 83
Child Restraint .................. 71,73,74,77,80
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............75,77
Child Safety Locks ........................ 32
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 414
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 484
Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 466
Climate Control ......................... 332
Clock ................................ 328
Coin Holder ........................... 270
Cold Weather Operation ................... 352
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 331
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 304
Connector UCI .............................. 328
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 328
Conserving Fuel ........................ 301
Console, Floor .......................... 270
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Console, Overhead....................... 243
Contract, Service ........................ 527
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 474
Cooling System ......................... 470
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 473
Coolant Capacity ..................... 502
Coolant Level .................... 471,475
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 474
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 471
Inspection .......................... 475
Points to Remember .................. 475
Pressure Cap ........................ 474
Radiator Cap ....................... 474
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....472,502,503
Corrosion Protection ..................... 481
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 205
Cupholders ......................... 267,487
Customer Assistance ..................... 525 Data Recorder, Event
...................... 70
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 191
Daytime Running Lights ................... 184
Dealer Service .......................... 456
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 42
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 41
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 276
Defroster, Windshield ................... 85,339
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 192
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 454
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 186
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................ 458
Power Steering ...................... 370
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 447
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 474
Engine Oil ......................... 459
Door Locks ............................. 28
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Door Locks, Automatic.................... 31
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 245
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 366
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 367
Driving to Achieve Maximum
Fuel Economy .......................... 301
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 276
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 99
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 262
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 376
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 377
Brake Assist System ................... 377
Traction Control System ................ 377
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .... 487
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....202,205
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 378Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)
....................... 241,292
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 42
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 42
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............. 444
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 428
Jump Starting ....................... 440
Overheating ........................ 428
Towing ............................ 447
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 454
Engine ............................... 453
Air Cleaner ......................... 460
Block Heater ........................ 353
Break-In Recommendations .............. 82
Checking Oil Level ................... 458
Compartment ....................... 453
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 471,503
Cooling ........................... 470
538 INDEX