2014 CHRYSLER 300 traction control

WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage.
• Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
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•Install on Rear Tires Only.
• Due to limited clearance for a Rear Wheel Drive
(RWD) vehicle, on 235/55R18 100V and P235/55R18
99V tires, reduced size snow chains or traction devices
with a maximum projection of 6 mm beyond the tire
profile is recommended.
• Due to limited clearance for an All Wheel Drive
(AWD) vehicle, P235/55R19 tire with the use of a
traction device that meets the SAE type “Class S”
specification is recommended.
• No other tire sizes are recommended for use with a tire
chain or traction device.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
• Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
important that only traction devices in good condi-
tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious
damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise
occurs that could indicate device breakage. Remove
the damaged parts of the device before further use.
• Install device as tightly as possible and then re-
tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km).
• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
• Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Defroster, Windshield..................... .101
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................206
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................513
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................201
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .517
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................504
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................534
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......33
Door Locks ............................23
KeyFob...............................30
Key Fob Emergency Key ...................25
Remote ...............................30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................30
Door Locks, Automatic ......................32 Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .397
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy ......325
E-85 Fuel .............................. .456
Electrical Power Outlets .....................279
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................294
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................115
Electronic Brake Control System ...............405
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................405
Brake Assist System .....................406
Traction Control System ...................405
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......548
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........216
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............407
Electronic Vehicle Information Center Instrument Cluster Display .................29
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......313
594 INDEX

Illuminated Entry........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .194
Intensity Control ....................... .204
Interior ............................. .203
License ............................. .564
Lights On Reminder .....................198
Low Fuel ............................ .319
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........307
Map Reading ......................... .201
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........205
Passing ............................. .201
Reading ............................. .201
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .312
Security Alarm ........................ .309
Service .............................. .560
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .307
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............305
Traction Control ....................... .413
Turn Signal .......................... .103Vanity Mirror
..........................116
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......304
Loading Vehicle ......................... .462
Capacities ........................... .464
Tires ............................... .421
Load Leveling System ..................... .297
Locks ..................................30
Automatic Door .........................32
Auto Unlock ...........................33
Child Protection .........................33
Door .................................30
Power Door ............................31
Low Tire Pressure System ...................440
Lubrication, Body ........................ .526
Lug Nuts .............................. .482
Maintenance Free Battery ....................521
Maintenance Procedures ....................516
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .572
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Weight.............................. .469
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........477
Traction ............................... .396
Traction Control ......................... .405
Trailer Towing .......................... .465
Cooling System Tips .....................477
Hitches ............................. .468
Minimum Requirements ..................471
Tips................................ .476
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................469
Wiring .............................. .474
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .469
Trailer Weight ........................... .469
Transfer Case ........................... .541
Fluid ............................... .541
Maintenance .......................... .541
Transmission Automatic ........................... .372
Fluid ............................... .539Maintenance
.......................... .539
Shifting ............................. .372
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry). . .25
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .22
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........22
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .434
Trip Odometer .......................... .304
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .......................42
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................44
Trunk Release Remote Control .................42
Turn Signals ............................ .200
UCI Connector .......................... .347
Uconnect® Advanced Phone Connectivity ..............151
Customer Programmable Features ...........342
Operation ............................ .130
Phone Call Features .....................142
Phone Features ........................ .147
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