2014 CHRYSLER 300 SRT tow

2. Remove the console storage bin to access the Manual Park Release lever.
3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fishthe tether strap up through the opening in
the console base.
4. Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the center of the lever, and disengage the lever
locking tab by pushing it to the right.
5. While holding the locking tab in the disen- gaged position, pull the tether strap to ro-
tate the lever up and rearward, until it locks
in place in the vertical position. The vehicle
is now out of PARK and can be towed.
Release the parking brake only when the
vehicle is securely connected to a tow
vehicle.
To Reset The Manual Park Release:
1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side) rearward (away from the lever)
to unlatch the lever.
2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever for- ward and down, to its original position, until
the locking tab snaps into place to secure
the lever.
3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to confirm that the lever is locked in its stowed position.
4. Tuck the tether strap into the base of the console. Reinstall the console storage bin.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEModelFlat Towing (all four wheels
on the ground) Flatbed Towing (all four
wheels suspended OFF the
ground)Front Wheels Raised, Rear
Wheels on the Ground
Rear Wheels Raised, Front
Wheels on the Ground
RWD
Without a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
RWD
With a Key If transmission is operable:
•
Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max
speed
•
15 miles (24 km) max distance
(5–speed transmission)
•
30 miles (48 km) max distance
(8–speed transmission)
Recommended Method If transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max
speed
•
15 miles (24 km) max distance
(5–speed transmission)
•
30 miles (48 km) max distance
(8–speed transmission)
OK
AWD
Without a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
AWD
With a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method NOT Permitted •
Ignition in ON/RUN position
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
(Not in PARK)
Refer to your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
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CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different
and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the
cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant
(conforming to MS-12106), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use
additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the
radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant
(antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recom-
mended.
E-85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — (3.6L ENGINE ONLY)
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator
system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This
means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips,
trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence when
the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions
can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset.
Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required”
will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is
necessary.
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.
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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 XInspect 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, replace as necessary. X X X X X X X
Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. 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 fre-
quent 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
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 tow-
ing (five-speed only). X
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (five-speed only). X
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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
Change 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
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel
Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of
the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing. XX X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
• You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
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SRT 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. XXXXXXX X X X X X X
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect
the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. XXX X
X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X X XXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X XXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XXX X
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 X
Replace the engine air cleaner. XX
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X XXXNOTE:
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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AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®
• The following highlights just some of the many Authentic Chrysler Accessories by MOPAR®featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your Chrysler 300.
• In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protec- tion, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle with accessories
that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved.
• For the full line of Authentic Chrysler Accessories by MOPAR®, visit your local Chrysler dealership or online at mopar.com for U.S. residents or mopar.ca for Canadian residents.
EXTERIOR:
• Fog Lights • Molded Splash Guards • Grilles
• Custom Wheels • Vehicle Cover• Graphics
INTERIOR:
• Premium Carpet Floor Mats • Illuminated Door Sill Guards • Premium Carpet Cargo Mat
• Slush Mats • Katzkin Leather Seats • Leather-Wrapped Shift
Handle
• Bright Pedal Kit
ELECTRONICS:
• Kicker® Sound System • MOPAR® Web (WiFi) • Remote Start
• Rear Park Assist • Electronic Vehicle Tracking
System (EVTS)
PERFORMANCE:
• Cold Air Intake • Cat-Back Exhaust• Strut Tower Brace
• Anti-Sway Bars • Performance Suspension
• Kicker® is a registered trademark of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)(Cruise Control) ............29
Adjustable Pedals .............23
Airbag...................14
AirbagLight................75
Alarm (Security Alarm) ...........13
Anti-Lock Warning Light ..........74
Arming System (Security Alarm) ......13
Assistance Towing .............72
Audio Settings ...............43
Automatic Headlights ...........27
Automatic High Beams ..........27
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC). . .35
Automatic Transmission Autostick ...............67
Fluid Type ............. .100
Autostick .................67
Axle Fluid ................100
Belts, Seat .................14
Blind Spot Monitoring ...........36
Brake Fluid ................100
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle. . .25
Bulb Replacement ............ .118
Calibration, Compass ...........60
Change Oil Indicator ...........75
Changing A Flat Tire ...........76
Charging System Light ..........74
Child Restraint ...............15
Child Seat .................16
Clock ...................47
Compass Calibration ...........60
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ..........100
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......28
Cruise Light ................28
Cupholders
Heated/Cooled (Beverage Holder). . .22
Customer Assistance ...........119
Customer Programmable Features . . .61, 70
Defects, Reporting ............120
Dimmer Control ..............27
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........27
Disarming, Security System ........13
Door Locks .................8 ECO ...................60
Electronics
Your Vehicle's Sound System ....40,41
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............28
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .....72
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator ................74
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .............75
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)...............60, 61
Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light ..........74
Jacking ................76
Overheating ..............76
Emergency Key ...............9
Engine Break-In Recommendations ......25
Compartment .............97
Oil Selection ............ .100
Overheating ..............76
Starting ................12
Stopping ................12
Temperature Warning Light ......73
EventDataRecorder............93
Exterior Lights ............. .118
Flat Tire Changing .............76
Fluid Capacities .............100
Fluids ...................100
FogLights.................27
Folding Rear Seat .............21
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........93
Front Heated Seats .............21
Fuel Filler Door Emergency Release ....96
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .........95
Specifications ............100
Fuse................... .112
Fuses .................. .112
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....62
Headlights Automatic ...............27
Dimmer Switch ............27
HighBeam ..............27
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