2014 CHRYSLER 300 trunk

BATTERY LOCATION
The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery posts are located on the
right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
JUMP-STARTING
If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a
battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack.
Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this
section carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer’s operating instruc-
tions and precautions.
Preparations For Jump-Start
The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery posts are located on
the right side of the engine compartment for
jump-starting.
NOTE:
The remote battery posts are viewed by stand-
ing on the right side of the vehicle looking over
the fender.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cablesreach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+)post of the
discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the
booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to the remote negative (-)post of
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
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FUEL DOOR RELEASE
The fuel door release button is located in the driver's door map pocket.
• Push the button once and release to openthe fuel door.
Fuel Door Emergency Release
• To manually open the fuel door, remove thecover and pull the release cable located in
the trunk.
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Emergency Refueling
• A funnel is provided (located in the trunk inthe spare tire area) to open the flapper door
to allow for emergency refueling with a gas
can.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off ” the fuel tank after filling.
WARNING!
• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled.
• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire
regulations and/or local bylaws, and will cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling.
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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
3 — — Fuse–Spare
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
16 — — Fuse — Spare
17 — — Fuse — Spare
18 — — Fuse — Spare
19 — — Fuse — Spare
20 — — Fuse — Spare
21 — — Fuse — Spare
22 — — Fuse — Spare
23 — 10 Amp Red Fuel Door/Diagnostic Port
24 — 15 Amp Blue Radio Screen
25 — 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor
26 — 25 Amp Natural Transmission
27 — 25 Amp Natural Amplifier
31 — 25 Amp Natural 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
36 — — Fuse — Spare
37 — 15 Amp Blue Radio
38 — 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest
40 — — Fuse — Spare
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Radio...................44
Rain Sensitive Wiper System........26
RearCrossPath..............36
Rear Heated Seats .............22
Rear Seat, Folding .............21
Recreational Towing ............66
Remote Control Trunk Release ..............8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Lock The Doors .............8
Unlock The Doors ............8
Remote Starting Enter Remote Start Mode .......10
Exit Remote Start Mode ........10
How To Use Remote Start .......10
KeyFob ................10
Remote Starting System ........10
Remote Starting System ..........10
Replacement Bulbs ............118
Reporting Safety Defects .........120
Schedule, Maintenance .......104,109
Seat Belt
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR). . .14
Child Restraints ...........14,15
Energy Management Feature ......14
Engage The Automatic Locking
Mode .................17
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...........14
Seat Belt Pretensioner .........14
SeatBeltReminder...........14
Seats ....................18
Adjustment ..............20
Heated .................21
LumbarSupport ............19
Power .................18
Security Alarm Security Alarm .............13
Setting the Clock .............47
Shift Lever Override ............90
Signals, Turn ................26
SpareTire.................76
SparkPlugs............... .101
Speed Control Accel/Decel ..............28
Mode Setting (ACC Only) ......30Resume
................30
Set ..................28
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......28
Sport Mode ................75
Sport Suspension Indicator .........75
SRT Performance Features ........69
Starting Remote ................10
Steering TiltColumn ..............24
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......47
SunRoof..................37
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag. . .14
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .......17
Tilt Steering Column ............24
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Manual ................24
TIREFIT ..................82
Ti re s Air Pressure ............. .117
Changing .............76, 79
Flat Changing .............76
Jacking ............. .78, 79
SpareTire ...............76
Towing...................66 Disabled Vehicle ............92
Recreational ..............66
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . .66
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight .......66
Trailer Weight ...............66
Transmission Fluid .................101
Turn Signals ................26
Uconnect® Voice Command ........58
VoiceCommand..............58
Washers, Windshield ............26
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .......118
Wind Buffeting ..............39
Windshield Washers ............26
Windshield Wipers .............26
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