2013 CHRYSLER 300 SRT instrument cluster

To release the parking brake, press the park brake pedal
a second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake
disengage.
When the parking brake is applied with the ignition
switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in
the instrument cluster will illuminate.NOTE:
•
When the parking brake is applied and the transmis-
sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will
flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound
to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake
before attempting to move the vehicle.
•
This light only shows that the parking brake is applied.
It does not show the degree of brake application.
When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away
from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the parking
brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise
the load on the transmission locking mechanism may
make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The
parking brake should always be applied whenever the
driver is not in the vehicle.
Parking Brake
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WARNING!
•When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality
of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de-
scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and
the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will be illuminated.
When in “Partial Off” mode, the engine power
reduction feature of TCS is disabled, and the
enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC sys-
tem is reduced.
Full Off
This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use
only and should not be used on any public roadways. In
this mode, all TCS and ESC stability features are turned
OFF. To enter the “Full Off” mode, press and hold the
“ESC Off” switch for five seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine running. After five seconds, a
chime will sound, the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In-
dicator Light” will illuminate, and the
ESC OFFmes-
sage will display in the vehicle odometer. Press and
release the TRIP ODOMETER button located on the
instrument cluster to clear this message. The “ESC OFF”
message may appear in the Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information. To turn ESC ON again,
momentarily press the “ESC Off” switch.
NOTE: TheESC OFF message will display and the
audible chime will sound when the shift lever is moved
into the PARK position from any position other than
PARK and then moved out of the PARK position. This
will occur when the message was previously cleared.
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Rain Brake Support
Rain Brake Support may improve braking performance
in wet conditions. It will periodically apply a small
amount of brake pressure to remove any water buildup
on the front brake rotors. It only functions when the
windshield wipers are in the LO or HI mode, it does not
function in the intermittent mode. When Rain Brake
Support is active, there is no notification to the driver and
no driver interaction is required.
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
when the ignition switch is cycled to the ON
position. It should go out with the engine
running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a
malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this
light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the
vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at
speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem
diagnosed and corrected.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo-
cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as
the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also
flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac-
celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little
throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and
driving to the prevailing road conditions.
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•Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and
• TPM Telltale Light
The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if
equipped) has a TPM sensor. The full size spare can be
used in place of any of the four road tires. A spare with a
pressure below the low-pressure limit will not cause the
TPM Telltale Light to illuminate or the chime to sound.
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
The TPM Telltale Light will illuminate in the
instrument cluster and a chime will sound when
tire pressure is low in one or more of the four
active road tires. In addition, the EVIC will display a
LOW TIRE message and a graphic showing the pres-
sure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values
flashing or changing color. An Inflate to XXmessage
will also be displayed.
Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and
inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those
flashing or in a different color in the EVIC graphic) to the
vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure inflation
value as shown in the Inflate to XXmessage. Once the
system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will
automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will
stop flashing or change color back to the original color, and
the TPM Telltale Light will turn off. The vehicle may need
to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h)
in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
Service TPMS Warning
If a system fault is detected, the TPM Telltale Light will
flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
The system fault will also sound a chime. In addition, the
EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for
a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in
place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not
being received.
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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.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may beused, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a
mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove
the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft
cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders
Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent
with the cupholder in the center console.
NOTE:
The cupholder cannot be removed.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating..................448
GVWR ................................ .448
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising,
or Shallow Standing Water .................391
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................452
Headlights ............................. .520
Automatic ........................... .199
Cleaning ............................ .508
Delay ............................... .199
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........204
Lights On Reminder .....................202
On With Wipers ....................... .199
Passing ............................. .204
Switch .............................. .198
Time Delay ........................... .199
Washers ............................. .490
Headlight Washers ....................... .490Head Restraints
......................... .187
Head Rests ............................. .187
Heated Mirrors ...........................112
Heated Seats ............................ .182
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .374
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .204
Hill Start Assist .......................... .405
Holder, Coin ............................ .287
Hood Release ........................... .196
Ignition Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................16
Infant Restraint ...........................72
Information Center, Vehicle ..................311
Instrument Cluster ....................... .301
Instrument Panel and Controls ................299
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............509
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Exterior...............................98
Fog ................................ .202
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................452
Headlights ........................... .198
Headlights On Reminder ..................202
Headlights On With Wipers ................199
Headlight Switch ...................... .198
High Beam ........................... .204
High Beam Indicator .....................301
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............204
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .198
Intensity Control ....................... .207
Interior ............................. .207
License ............................. .522
Lights On Reminder .....................202
Low Fuel ............................ .316
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........304
Map Reading ......................... .205Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)
...........209
Passing ............................. .204
Reading ............................. .205
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .310
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...............307
Service .............................. .518
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .304
SmartBeams .......................... .200
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...............307
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............303
Traction Control ....................... .408
Turn Signal ............................98
Vanity Mirror ..........................112
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......301
Loading Vehicle ......................... .447
Capacities ........................... .449
Tires ............................... .416
Locks ..................................
30
Automatic Door .........................32
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Trunk Release Remote Control.................42
Turn Signals ............................ .204
UCI Connector .......................... .349
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................553
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .349
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .440
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................53
Vanity Mirrors ...........................112
Vehicle Certification Label ...................447
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .417
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .362
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .481Warning Flasher, Hazard
....................452
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .301
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .551
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .490
Washers, Windshield .......................211
Washing Vehicle ......................... .504
Water Driving Through ....................... .391
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................506
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................506
Wind Buffeting ............................42
Window Fogging ........................ .363
Windows ................................39
Power ................................39
Windshield Defroster .......................97
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