2013 CHRYSLER 300 battery

• Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
• Disconnect the negative(-)jumper cable from the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
• Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable from the negative (-)post of the booster
battery.
• Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable from the positive (+)post of the
booster battery.
• Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable from the remote positive (+)post of the
discharged vehicle.
• If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
• Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system
voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or
electrical system may occur.
• Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
• Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in
long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
WARNING!
• When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery mayfreeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or explode and
cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be brought above freezing point before
attempting a jump-start.
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make an
inadvertent electrical contact. You could be severely injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas
which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery.
• Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result.
• Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion.
• Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-)of the discharged battery. The resulting
electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury.
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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 Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under
“Instrument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odometer” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering andtransmission as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
21 30 Amp PinkHeadlamp Washers
28 25 Amp Neutral Fuel Pump
29 15 Amp Blue Transmission Shifter
31 25 Amp Neutral Engine Module
34 25 Amp Neutral Powertrain #1
35 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain #2
36 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake Module
37 10 Amp Red Engine Controller/Rad Fan Relays
38 10 Amp Red Airbag Module
39 10 Amp Red Power Steering Module/AC Clutch Relay
48 10 Amp Red AWD Module/Front Axle Disconnect
51 20 Amp Yellow Vacuum Pump
Rear Power Distribution Center
• There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel.
This center contains fuses and relays.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
2 60 Amp Yellow Front PDC Feed #1
4 60 Amp Yellow Front PDC Feed #2
5 30 Amp Pink Sunroof
6 40 Amp Green Exterior Lighting #1
7 40 Amp Green Exterior Lighting #2
8 30 Amp Pink Interior Lighting/Washer Pump
9 30 Amp Pink Power Locks
10 30 Amp Pink Driver Door
11 30 Amp Pink Passenger Door
12 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighters, Instrument Panel & Power Outlet
Console Rear
15 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower
23 10 Amp Red Fuel Door/Diagnostic Port
24 15 Amp Blue Radio Screen
25 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor
27 25 Amp Neutral Amplifier
31 25 Amp Neutral Power Seats
32 15 Amp Blue HVAC Module/Cluster
33 15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/Wireless Module
34 10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/Clock
35 10 Amp Red Battery Sensor
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