2014 CHRYSLER 300 automatic transmission fluid
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine Part Capacities
Automatic Transmission – 8 Speed Transmission Use only MOPAR® ZF
8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equiva-
lent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. —
Automatic Transmission – 5 Speed Transmission Use only ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect
the function or performance of your transmission. We recom-
mend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. —
Transfer Case We recommend you use
MOPAR® BorgWarner 44–40 Transfer Case. —
Axle Front We recommend you use API
GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant. —
Axle Rear We recommend you use API
GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant. —
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use
MOPAR® DOT 3 and
SAE J1703. If DOT 3 is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use
MOPAR® Hydraulic Fluid or
equivalent meeting MS-11655, such as Fuchs EG ZH 3044 or Pentosin CHF 11s. —
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane19 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 87 Octane Acceptable.
89 Octane Recommended. 19 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
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SRT
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Ten Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). 15.2 Quarts (14.4 Liters)
Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil With Filter – 6.4L Engine
For best performance and maxi-mum protection under all types of operating conditions, the
manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that
meet the American Petroleum
Institute (API) categories of SN. The manufacturer recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra™
0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR® engine oil meeting the require- ments of Chrysler Material
Standard MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures.
7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use
MOPAR® brand Engine Oil Filters. —
Spark Plugs – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
Automatic Transmission Use only ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect
the function or performance of your transmission. We recom-
mend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. —
Axle Rear We recommend you use
MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W–90
(API GL-5) (with MOPAR® Friction Modifier – Hypoid Gear Additive). —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use
MOPAR® Power Steering
Fluid + 4, MOPAR® or ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
Fuel Selection – 6.4L Engine Premium Unleaded 91 Octane
Only or higher. 19 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
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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. X X X X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X X 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 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
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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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 automatic transmission fluid and filter (five-speed only). X
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. XXX
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 XXXXX 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. XX X 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 X X 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. XX X 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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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)(Cruise Control) ............29
Adjustable Pedals .............23
Airbag...................14
AirbagLight................75
Alarm Vehicle Security Alarm .........13
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 ..............101
Autostick .................67
Axle Fluid ................ .101
Blind Spot Monitoring ...........36
Brake Fluid ............... .101
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..............25
Bulb Replacement .............118
Calibration, Compass ...........61
Change Oil Indicator ...........75
ChangingAFlatTire ...........76
Charging System Light ..........74
Child Restraints CarSeat ................15
Child Restraints .............15
Child Seat Installation ........16, 17
Installing Child Restraints Using
The Vehicle Seat Belt ..........17
Lower Anchors And Tethers For
Children ............ .15, 16, 17
Using The Top Tether Anchorage ....17
ChildSeat.................16
Clock ...................47
Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light .....74
Charging System Light ........74
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Indicator Light .............74
Engine Temperature Warning Light . .73 Oil Pressure Warning Light
......74
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Light .............72
Compass Calibration ............61
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ...........101
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......28
Cruise Light ................28
Cupholders
Heated/Cooled (Beverage Holder). . .22
Customer Assistance ...........119
Customer Programmable Features . . .62, 70
Defects, Reporting ............120
Dimmer Control ..............27
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........27
Disabled Vehicle Towing ..........72
Disarming, Security System ........13
Door Locks .................8
ECO....................61
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 ..................74
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ...........61, 62
Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light ..........74
Jacking ................76
Overheating ..............76
Towing.................72
Emergency Key ...............9
Engine Break-In Recommendations ......25
Compartment .............98
Oil Selection .............101
Overheating ..............76
Starting ................12
Stopping ................12
Temperature Warning Light ......73
EventDataRecorder ...........94
Exterior Lights ............. .118
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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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