2012 CHRYSLER 300 SRT power steering

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-
Fuse Description
10 — 10 Amp RedSecurity
11 — 20 Amp YellowHorns
12 — 10 Amp RedAir Conditioning Clutch
13 — — Fuse – Spare
14 — 25 Amp NaturalAnti-Lock Brakes
15 — 25 Amp NaturalTransmission
16 — — Fuse – Spare
18 50 Amp Red — Radiator Fan #2Cavity Car-
tridgeFuse Mini-
Fuse Description
19 50 Amp Red — Power Steering #2
20 30 Amp Pink — Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp Pink — Headlamp Washers
22 — — Fuse – Spare
23 — — Fuse – Spare
24 — — Fuse – Spare
28 — 25 Amp NaturalFuel Pump
29 — 15 Amp BlueTransmission/Shifter
30 — — Fuse – Spare
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-
Fuse Description
31 — 25 Amp NaturalEngine Module
32 — — Fuse – Spare
33 — — Fuse – Spare
34 — 25 Amp NaturalPowertrain #1
35 — 20 Amp YellowPowertrain #2
36 — 10 Amp RedAnti-Lock Brake Module
37 — 10 Amp RedEngine Controller/Rad
Fan Relays
38 — 10 Amp RedAirbag ModuleCavity Car-
tridgeFuse Mini-
Fuse Description
39 — 10 Amp RedPower Steering
Module/AC Clutch
Relay
48 — 10 Amp RedAWD Module/Front
Axle Disconnect
49 — — Fuse – Spare
50 — — Fuse – Spare
51 — 20 Amp YellowVacuum Pump
52 — — Fuse – Spare
53 — — Fuse – Spare
490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-
Fuse Description
21 — — Fuse — Spare
22 — — Fuse — Spare
23 — 10 Amp RedFuel Door/Diagnostic
Port
24 — 15 Amp BlueRadio Screen
25 — 10 Amp RedTire Pressure Monitor
26 — — Fuse — Spare
27 — 25 Amp NaturalAmplifier
31 — 25 Amp NaturalPower Seats
32 — 15 Amp BlueHVAC Module/ClusterCavity Car-
tridgeFuse Mini-
Fuse Description
33 — 15 Amp BlueIgnition Switch/Wireless
Module
34 — 10 Amp RedSteering Column
Module/Clock
35 — 10 Amp RedBattery Sensor
36 — — Fuse — Spare
37 — 15 Amp BlueRadio
38 — 20 Amp YellowPower Outlet Inside
Arm Rest
40 — — Fuse — Spare
41 — — Fuse — Spare
42 30 Amp Pink — Rear Defrost
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR ATF+4Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
Rear Axle MOPARSynthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W–90 (API GL-5) or equivalent
(with MOPAR Friction Modifier — Hypoid Gear Additive).
504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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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
536 INDEX

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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INDEX 537

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
540 INDEX