2013 CHRYSLER 300 air conditioning

Automatic Operation
• Press the AUTO button.
• Select the desired temperature by pressing the Temperature Control buttons.
• The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.
Air Conditioning (A/C)
• If the air conditioning button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the system will enter manualmode with the air conditioning on.
Air Recirculation
• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.
• If the recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flashthree times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
Heated Mirrors
• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on therear window defroster.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING
• The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar-based sensors, located inside therear bumper fascia, to detect Highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles
etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
• The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system warning light, located in the outside mirrors, will illuminate if a vehicle moves into a blind spot zone.
• The BSM system can also be configured to sound an audible (chime) alert and mute the radio to notify you of objects that have entered the detection zones.
• Refer to your owner's manual on the DVD for further details.
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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,00030,000
40,000 50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000 90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000 150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000 64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000 224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if
necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive
Only). XX X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. X X X X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X X X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. Change the transfer case fluid; if using
your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing. (All Wheel Drive Only). XX
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. X X X X X
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** X
Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).** X X X X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle
for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer
towing (five-speed only). X
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SRT8 – MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs
before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXX X XXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. XXXX
X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXX X XX
Inspect the CV joints. XX X X
Inspect the exhaust system. XX XXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. XX X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for cracks or leaks
and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if
necessary. XXX
X X
Replace the engine air cleaner. XX
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXX X XXNOTE:
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000 km).
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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FUSES
Front Power Distribution Center
• The Front Power Distribution Center (fuses) is located in the engine compartment on theright hand side near the Washer Fluid Reservoir. This module contains fuses and relays.
Front Power Distribution Center
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
2 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan #1
3 50 Amp Red Power Steering #1
4 30 Amp Pink Starter
5 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brakes
6 25 Amp Neutral Anti-Lock Brakes
9 20 Amp Yellow All-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped
10 10 Amp Red Security
11 20 Amp Yellow Horns
12 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch
15 25 Amp Neutral Transmission
18 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan #2
19 50 Amp Red Power Steering #2
20 30 Amp Pink Wiper Motor
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