2015 CHRYSLER 300 User Guide

CAUTION!
•Mixingofenginecoolant(antifreeze)otherthanspecifiedOrganicAdditiveTechnology
(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.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
•Donotusewateraloneoralcohol-basedenginecoolant(antifreeze)products.Donotuse
additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the
radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
•Thisvehiclehasnotbeendesignedforusewithpropyleneglycol-basedenginecoolant
(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.
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – 8-Speed Transmis-sionUse only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Auto-matic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failureto use the correct fluid may affect the functionor performance of your transmission.
Brake Master CylinderWe r e c o m m e n d y o u u s e M O PA R ® D OT 3 a n dSAE J1703. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not avail-able, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Front AxleWe r e c o m m e n d y o u u s e M O PA R ® S y n t h e t i cGear Lubricant SAE 75W90 (API GL-5).
Rear AxleWe r e c o m m e n d y o u u s e M O PA R ® O D S y n -thetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
Tr a n s f e r C a s eWe r e c o m m e n d y o u u s e M O PA R ® Tr a n s f e rCase Lubricant for BorgWarner 44–40.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Maintenance
Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable supplement on
the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r
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).
The “Oil Change Required” message will be displayed in the DID and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled
oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer,
the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or “Driver Information Dispay (DID)” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for further infor-
mation.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road
environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Checkengineoillevel
•Checkwindshieldwasherfluidlevel
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,brakemastercylinder,andpowersteering(if
equipped) and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before your nextscheduled service
•Inspectbatteryandcleanandtightenterminalsasrequired
•Inspectbrakepads,shoes,rotors,drums,hosesandparkbrake
•Inspectenginecoolingsystemprotectionandhoses
•Inspectexhaustsystem
•Inspectengineaircleanerifusingindustyoroff-roadconditions
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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
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 InspectionsInspect the CV joints. X X X X XInspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if neces-sary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel DriveOnly).
XX X X
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary.
XXX
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
Additional MaintenanceReplace engine air filter.
X
X
X
X
X
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter.
XXX
X
X
X
X
Replace spark plugs.**
X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles(240,000 km) whichever comes first.
XX
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
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
Inspect the transfer case fluid. Change the transfer case fluid; if usingyour vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or fre-quent trailer towing. (All Wheel Drive Only).
XX
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All WheelDrive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any ofthe 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!
•Youcanbebadlyinjuredworkingonoraroundamotorvehicle.Doonlyserviceworkforwhichyouhavetheknowledgeandtherightequipment.
If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
•Failuretoproperlyinspectandmaintainyourvehiclecouldresultinacomponentmalfunctionandeffectvehiclehandlingandperformance.This
could cause an accident.
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MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized
Service Center
20,000 Miles(32,000 km) or2 Years30,000 Miles(48,000 km) or3 Years40,000 Miles(64,000 km) or4 Years50,000 Miles(80,000 km) or5 Years60,000 Miles(96,000 km) or6 Years70,000 Miles(112,000 km) or7 Years80,000 Miles(128,000 km) or8 Years
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized
Service Center
90,000 Miles(144,000 km) or9 Years100,000 Miles(160,000 km) or10 Years110,000 Miles(176,000 km) or11 Years120,000 Miles(192,000 km) or12 Years130,000 Miles(208,000 km) or13 Years140,000 Miles(224,000 km) or14 Years150,000 Miles(240,000 km) or15 Years
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FUSES
Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment. This module
contains fuses and relays.
CAUTION!
•Wheninstallingthepowerdistributioncentercover,itisimportanttoensurethecoveris
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the
power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct
amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a
dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1––Fuse – Spare
2 40 Amp Green–Radiator Fan #1 – If Equipped
3 50 Amp Red–Power Steering #1 / Radiator Fan(6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped
4 30 Amp Pink–Starter
5 40 Amp Green–Electronic Stability Control
6 30 Amp Pink–Electronic Stability Control
7––Fuse – Spare
8 20 Amp Blue–Police Ignition Run / ACC # 2
9–20 Amp Yellow All-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped
10–10 Amp Red Security – If Equipped / Under hoodLamp – Police
11–20 Amp YellowHorns
12–10 Amp RedAir Conditioning Clutch
13––Fuse – Spare
14––Fuse – Spare
15–20 Amp YellowLeft HID – If Equipped
16–20 Amp Yellow Right HID – If Equipped
18 50 Amp Red–Radiator Fan #2 – If Equipped
19 50 Amp Red–Power Steering #2 / Radiator Fan(6.2L Supercharged)
20 30 Amp Pink–Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp Pink– Headlamp Washers – If Equipped / Po-lice Feed
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
22 40 Amp Green /20 Amp Blue –Police
–Engine Cooling Pump (6.2L Super-charged) / Police Bat Feed#3–IfEquipped
23 20 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed # 1 – If Equipped
24 20 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed#3–IfEquipped
28––Fuse – Spare
29–15 Amp Blue Transmission Control Module (LA/LDPolice)
30––Fuse – Spare
31–25 Amp ClearEngine Module
32––Fuse – Spare
33––Fuse – Spare
34–25 Amp ClearPowertrain #1
35–20 Amp YellowPowertrain #2
36–10 Amp RedAnti-Lock Brake Module
37–10 Amp Red Engine Controller/Rad Fan Relays – IfEquipped
38–10 Amp RedAirbag Module
39–10 Amp Red Power Steering Module/AC Clutch Re-lay
48–10 Amp Red AWD Module/Front Axle Disconnect(LX) / Adaptive Cruise (LA) – IfEquipped
49––Fuse – Spare
50––Fuse – Spare
51–20 Amp YellowVacuum Pump
52–5AmpTan AdaptiveCruise(LD/LX)–IfEquipped
53––Fuse – Spare
Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel.
This center contains fuses and relays.
CAUTION!
•Wheninstallingthepowerdistributioncentercover,itisimportanttoensurethecoveris
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the
power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct
amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a
dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
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