2013 CHRYSLER 300 instrument cluster

WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to
stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
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S552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Holder, Coin............................ .286
Hood Release ........................... .195
Ignition Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................16
Infant Restraint ...........................72
Information Center, Vehicle ..................312
Instrument Cluster ....................... .302
Instrument Panel and Controls ................299
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............529
Interior Appearance Care ....................528
Interior Lights .......................... .206
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............208
Introduction ..............................4
Jack Location ........................... .472
Jack Operation .......................... .471Jump Starting
........................... .481
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................33
Keyless Entry System .......................21
Keyless Go ...............................12
Key, Programming .........................18
Key, Replacement ..........................17
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................16
Knee Bolster ..............................57
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................203
Lane Change Assist ....................... .203
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................47
Latches .................................99
Hood ............................... .195
Latch Plate ...............................49
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .441
578 INDEX

Leaks, Fluid..............................99
Life of Tires ............................ .426
Light Bulbs ..............................99
Lights ..................................99
Airbag ................................65
Alarm .............................. .307
Anti-Lock ............................ .307
Automatic Headlights ....................198
Brake Assist Warning ....................407
Brake Warning ........................ .308
Bulb Replacement ...................... .543
Daytime Running ...................... .200
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................202
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .....407
Exterior ...............................99
Fog ................................ .201
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................470
Headlights ........................... .197
Headlights On Reminder ..................201 Headlights On With Wipers
................198
Headlight Switch ...................... .197
High Beam ........................... .203
High Beam Indicator .....................302
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............203
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .197
Intensity Control ....................... .206
Interior ............................. .206
License ............................. .546
Lights On Reminder .....................201
Low Fuel ............................ .317
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........305
Map Reading ......................... .204
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........208
Passing ............................. .203
Reading ............................. .204
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .310
Security
Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...............307
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Service.............................. .542
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .305
SmartBeams .......................... .199
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...............307
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............303
Traction Control ....................... .407
Turn Signal ............................99
Vanity Mirror ..........................112
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......302
Loading Vehicle ......................... .452
Capacities ........................... .454
Tires ............................... .414
Load Leveling System ..................... .295
Locks ..................................29
Automatic Door .........................31
Auto Unlock ...........................31
Child Protection .........................32
Door .................................29
Power Door ............................30 Low Tire Pressure System
...................431
Lubrication, Body ........................ .510
Maintenance Free Battery ....................505
Maintenance Procedures ....................500
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .552
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......305
Manual, Service ......................... .566
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................520
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............190
Memory Seat ........................... .190
Memory Seats and Radio ....................190
Methanol .............................. .442
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .324
Mirrors ............................... .108
Electric Powered ........................111
Electric Remote .........................111
Exterior Folding ....................... .109
Heated ...............................112
580 INDEX

Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .343
Unleaded Gasoline....................... .441
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................53
Vanity Mirrors ...........................112
Vehicle Certification Label ...................453
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .415
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .356
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .503
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................470
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .302
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .564
Washer Adding Fluid ..........................511 Washers, Windshield
...................... .210
Washing Vehicle ......................... .526
Water Driving Through ....................... .392
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................527
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................527
Wind Buffeting ............................41
Window Fogging ........................ .356
Windows ................................38
Power ................................38
Windshield Defroster .......................97
Windshield Washers ...................... .208
Fluid ................................511
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................510
Windshield Wipers ....................... .208
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................510
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .208
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ......................211
588 INDEX