2013 CHRYSLER 300 fuel

15. Driver Temperature Control Up Button
Provides the driver with independent temperature con-
trol. Push the button for warmer temperature settings.
NOTE:In Sync mode, this button will also automatically
adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same
time.
Climate Control Functions
A/C (Air Conditioning)
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator
to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning
system. When the air conditioning system is turned on,
cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets into
the cabin. For improved fuel economy, press the A/C
button to turn off the air conditioning and manually
adjust the blower and airflow mode settings. Also, make
sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level or Floor modes. NOTE:
•
If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass,
select Defrost mode and increase blower speed.
• If your air conditioning performance seems lower than
expected, check the front of the A/C condenser (lo-
cated in front of the radiator), for an accumulation of
dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from
behind the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric
front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the
condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.
MAX A/C
Max A/C sets the control for maximum cooling perfor-
mance.Press and release to toggle between Max A/C and
the prior settings. The soft-key illuminates when Max
A/C is ON.
4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353

ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED . .390
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........391
▫ Acceleration ........................ .391
▫ Traction ........................... .392
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............392
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................393
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................393
 POWER STEERING .....................395
 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE
ONLY – IF EQUIPPED ...................396
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .396
 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM .............399
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .401 ▫
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............401
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............401
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............402
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........402
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................405
▫ Ready Alert Braking ...................406
▫ Rain Brake Support ....................407
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
And ESC OFF Indicator Light ............407
▫ Synchronizing ESC ....................408
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............409
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .409
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........412
360 STARTING AND OPERATING

▫Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........413
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........414
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION .........418
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .418
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................419
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .420
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .421
▫ All Season Tires – If Equipped ............422
▫ Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped. .422
▫ Snow Tires ......................... .422
▫ Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel – If Equipped ................423
▫ Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped .........423▫
Full Size Spare – If Equipped .............424
▫ Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped ..........424
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... .425
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................426
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ .426
▫ Replacement Tires .....................427
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......428
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....430
 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .431
▫ Base System ........................ .434
▫ Premium System – If Equipped ............437
▫ General Information ...................441
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................441
5
STARTING AND OPERATING 361

▫3.6L Engine – If Equipped ...............441
▫ 5.7L Engine – If Equipped ...............441
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................442
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............442
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .......443
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................444
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................444
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................444
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............445
 FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .446
▫ E-85 General Information ...............446
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....................447 ▫
Fuel Requirements ....................447
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel
Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles .......448
▫ Starting ........................... .448
▫ Cruising Range ...................... .448
▫ Replacement Parts ....................449
▫ Maintenance ....................... .449
 ADDING FUEL ....................... .449
▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release .........451
 VEHICLE LOADING ....................452
▫ Vehicle Certification Label ...............453
▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......453
▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) .........453
362 STARTING AND OPERATING

1. Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position:
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once tochange the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC
displays “ACC”),
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to change the ignition switch to the RUN position
(EVIC displays “RUN”),
4. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition switch to the OFF position (EVIC
displays “OFF”).
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or 29°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
If Engine Fails To Start
WARNING!
•Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel
could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle.
(Continued)
5
STARTING AND OPERATING 367

WARNING!(Continued)
•If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster
cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type
of start can be dangerous if done improperly. Refer
to “Jump Starting” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” for further information.
Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE
START/STOP Button)
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
“Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather proce-
dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel:
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
2. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. 3. Press and release the ENGINE START/STOP button
once.
The starter motor will engage automatically, run for
10 seconds, and then disengage. Once this occurs, release
the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal, wait 10 to
15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER – IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one
hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine.
368 STARTING AND OPERATING

Key Ignition Park Interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter-
lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK
before the key fob can be removed. This system also locks
the shift lever in PARK whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK/OFF position.
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK
unless the brakes are applied. To shift the transmission
out of PARK, the ignition switch must be cycled to the
ON/RUN position (engine running or not) and the brake
pedal must be pressed.
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission – If
Equipped
Your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art, fuel
efficient eight-speed transmission. The electronic shiftlever in this vehicle does not slide like a conventional
shifter. Instead, the shift lever is spring loaded and moves
forward and rearward, always returning to the center
position after each gear is selected.
The transmission gear (PRND) is displayed both on the
shift lever and in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).
To select a gear range, press the lock button on the shift
lever and move the lever rearward or forward. You must
also press the brake pedal to shift the transmission out of
PARK (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock Sys-
tem” in this section). To shift past multiple gear ranges at
once (such as PARK to DRIVE), move the lever past the
first (or second) detent. Select the DRIVE range for
normal driving.
The electronically-controlled transmission provides a
precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are
self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new
5
STARTING AND OPERATING 371

WARNING!(Continued)
practices that limit your response to changing traffic
or road conditions. You might lose control of the
vehicle and have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other
reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause
severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A
Disabled Vehicle” in “What To Do In Emergencies”
for further information.
DRIVE
This range should be used for most city and highway
driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down-
shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission automatically upshifts through all forward gears. The
DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteris-
tics under all normal operating conditions.
When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as
when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi-
tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or
while towing heavy trailers), use the AutoStick® shift
control (if equipped) to select a lower gear. Under these
conditions, using a lower gear will improve performance
and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shift-
ing and heat buildup.
During extremely cold temperatures (-22°F [-30°C] or
below), transmission operation may be modified depend-
ing on engine and transmission temperature as well as
vehicle speed. Normal operation will resume once the
transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level.
378 STARTING AND OPERATING