2014 CHRYSLER 300 fuel additives

life and reduces emissions system performance in some
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline
without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content
of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump,
therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal
and California reformulated gasoline.
Materials Added To Fuel
All gasoline sold in the United States is required to
contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional
detergents or other additives is not needed under normal
conditions and they would result in additional cost.
Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the
fuel.
Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.
Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-
mance and damage the emissions control system.
• An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune
or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser-
vice. Contact your authorized dealer for service
assistance.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•The use of fuel additives, which are now being
sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended.
Most of these products contain high concentrations
of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor-
mance problems resulting from the use of such
fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions control
system can result in civil penalties being assessed against
you.
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
• Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as
a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the
vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine
running for more than a short period, adjust the
ventilation system to force fresh, outside air into
the vehicle.
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Fuel Requirements
If your vehicle is E-85 compatible, it will operate on
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, or E-85
fuel, or any mixture of these two fuels.
For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternat-
ing between E-85 and unleaded gasoline is recom-
mended.
When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that:
•You do not add less than 5 gallons (19 Liters) when
refueling.
• You drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at
least 5 miles (8 km).
Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard
starting and/or significant deterioration in driveability
during warm up. NOTE:
•
Use seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel (ASTM D5798). With
non-seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel, you may experience
hard starting and rough idle following start up even if
the above recommendations are followed, especially
when the ambient temperature is below 32°F (0°C).
• Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully
compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your
engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be
caused by these deposits, a supplemental gasoline
additive, such as MOPAR® Injector Cleanup or
Techron may be used.
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
FFV vehicles operated on E-85 require specially formu-
lated engine oils. These special requirements are included
in MOPAR® engine oils, and in equivalent oils meeting
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About Your Brakes....................... .400
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ................403
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .220
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............533
Adding Fuel ............................ .459
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .527
Additives, Fuel .......................... .454
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .214
Airbag ..................................59
Airbag Deployment ........................71
Airbag Light .............................67
Airbag Maintenance ........................72
Airbag, Side ..............................63
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................63
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .521
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................523
Air Conditioning Filter .....................360
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................523
Air Conditioning System ....................357 Air Pressure, Tires
........................ .427
Alarm Arm The System ........................19
Alarm Light ............................ .309
Alarm, Panic .............................24
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................18
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................18
All Wheel Drive (AWD) .....................395
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................532
Disposal ............................. .534
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................403
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................309
Appearance Care ........................ .542
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............18
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .410
Auto Down Power Windows ..................40
Automatic Door Locks ......................32
Automatic Headlights ..................... .195
590 INDEX

Cooling System........................ .531
Engine Oil ........................... .517
Transfer Case ......................... .541
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........567
Fog Lights ............................. .198
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .186
Forward Collision Warning ..................245
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................498
Fuel .................................. .451
Additives ............................ .454
Clean Air ............................ .452
Conserving ........................... .325
Ethanol ............................. .452
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....................308
Gasoline ............................. .451
Gauge .............................. .308
Light ............................... .319
Materials Added ....................... .454
Methanol ............................ .452Octane Rating
......................... .451
Requirements ......................... .451
Saver Mode .......................... .325
Specifications ......................... .567
Tank Capacity ......................... .566
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .456
Fuel Optimizer .......................... .325
Fuel Saver ............................. .325
Fuses ................................. .548
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ............262
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .452
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .451
Conserving ........................... .325
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................452
Gauges Coolant Temperature .....................312
Fuel ................................ .308
Speedometer ......................... .308
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