2012 CHRYSLER 300 SRT AUX

Two separate storage compartments are also located
underneath the center console armrest.
Inside the center console armrest, there is a removable
upper storage tray that can be slid forward/rearward on
rails for access to the lower storage area. This tray has an
integrated coin holder, along with additional area forsmall items like an ipod or phone. Below the upper tray,
the lower storage compartment is made for larger items,
like CDs and tissue boxes. In addition, the 12 volt power
outlet, USB and Aux jack are located here.
WARNING!
Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart-
ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music
players, and other handheld electronic devices
should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices
while driving can cause an accident due to distrac-
tion, resulting in death or injury.
Center Console
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271

proprietary amplifier and speaker technologies deliver-
ing substantial increases in component and system effi-
ciency levels.
The 12 Channel Class D GreenEdge high efficiency
amplifier is governed by a high voltage tracking power
supply and drives a 7.5-channel playback architecture.
The Harman Kardonaudio system offers the ability to
choose Logic 7 surround sound for any audio source. The
GreenEdge high-efficiency speaker designs ensure the
system has higher SPL and a dramatic increase in dy-
namic sound quality. The speakers are tuned for maxi-
mum efficiency and perfectly matched to the amplifier
output stage ensuring state of the art multi-seat surround
sound processing.
Logic7 multichannel surround-sound technology deliv-
ers an immersive, accurate sound-stage to every seating
position. This surround effect is available for audio from
any source - AM/FM/CD/ Satellite Radio or dashboard AUX input; and is activated through the Uconnect
Touch™ System. Refer to “Surround Sound” under
“Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel”.
Selecting “Audio Surround” through the DSS modes
activates the Harman Kardon
Logic7multichannel
surround-sound technology in your vehicle. The “Video
Surround” mode is described under Driver-Selectable
Surround (DSS). The Video Surround Mode will only be
available for video media sources (DVDs, Video CDs, or
other video media supported by the radio). Some audio
will sound better in DSS modes, others in Stereo mode.
When in “Audio Surround” mode, balance is set auto-
matically. Fader control is available in surround mode
but should be set to the center position for optimal
surround performance.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and
mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker
switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom
of the rocker switch will decrease the volume.
Pressing the center button will make the radio switch
between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/
CD/HDD/AUX/VES, etc.).
The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand
control is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left-hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next
listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch
will “Seek” down for the next listenable station.Remote Sound System Controls (Back View Of Steering
Wheel)
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Oil, Engine......................... 458,503
Capacity ........................... 502
Change Interval ................... 300,458
Checking .......................... 458
Dipstick ........................... 458
Disposal ........................... 459
Filter .......................... 460,503
Filter Disposal ....................... 459
Materials Added to ................... 459
Recommendation .................. 458,502
Synthetic .......................... 459
Viscosity ........................ 459,502
Onboard Diagnostic System ................ 454
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 245
Operating Precautions .................... 454
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 97
Overdrive ............................. 362
Overdrive OFF Switch .................... 362 Overhead Console
....................... 243
Overheating, Engine ................... 291,428
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,530
Paint Care ............................. 481
Panic Alarm ............................ 23
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 231
Parking Brake .......................... 371
Passing Light ........................... 186
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 200
Pets .................................. 82
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 391
Power Brakes ............................ 373
Deck Lid Release ..................... 41
Distribution Center (Fuses) ...........487,491
Door Locks ......................... 30
Mirrors ............................ 99
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........ 262
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