2015 CHRYSLER 300 sport mode

Sport Mode — If Equipped
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 S p o r t M o d e
feature. This mode is a configuration set up for
typical enthusiast driving. The engine, trans-
mission and steering systems are all set to their
SPORT settings. Sport Mode will provide im-
proved throttle response and modified shifting
for an enhanced driving experience, as well the
greatest amount of steering feel. This mode
may be activated and deactivated by pushing
the Sport button on the instrument panel
switch bank.
AUTOSTICK
AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature providing manual shift control, giving you
more control of the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine braking, eliminate unde-
sirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can also
provide you with more control during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain
driving, trailer towing, and many other situations.
Operation
When the transmission is in DRIVE or SPORT mode, it will operate automatically, shifting
between the eight available gears. To engage AutoStick, simply tap one of the steering wheel-
mounted shift paddles (+/-) while in DRIVE or SPORT mode. In DRIVE mode, this will activate
atemporaryAutoStickmode.Thetransmissionwillrevertbacktonormaloperationafteraperiod
of time, depending on accelerator pedal activity. When the transmission gear selector is in the
SPORT position, tapping either shift paddle will activate "permanent" AutoStick mode. The
transmission will remain in AutoStick mode until the driver deliberately disables AutoStick (as
described below). Tapping (-) to enter AutoStick will downshift the transmission to the next lower
gear, while using (+) to enter AutoStick will retain the current gear. When AutoStick is active, the
current transmission gear is displayed in the instrument cluster.
In AutoStick mode, the transmission will shift up or down when (+/-) is manually selected by the
driver, unless an engine lugging or overspeed condition would result. It will remain in the selected
gear until another upshift or downshift is chosen, except as described below.
• If AutoStick is engaged while in DRIVE mode, the transmission will automatically shift up
when maximum engine speed is reached. If the accelerator is fully depressed, the transmission
will downshift when possible (based on current vehicle speed and gear). Lack of accelerator
pedal activity will cause the transmission to revert to automatic operation.
Sport Mode Button
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• If AutoStick is engaged while the transmission gear selector is in the SPORT position, manual
gear selection will be maintained until the gear selector is returned to DRIVE, or as described
below. The transmission will not upshift automatically at redline in this mode, nor will down-
shifts be obtained if the accelerator pedal is pressed to the floor.
•IneitherDRIVEorSPORTmode,thetransmissionwillautomaticallydownshiftasthevehicle
slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will display the current gear.
• The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop. After a stop,
the driver should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the vehicle is accelerated.
• You can start out, from a stop, in first or second gear. Tapping (+) at a stop will allow starting in
second gear. Starting out in second gear can be helpful in snowy or icy conditions.
•Ifarequesteddownshiftwouldcausetheenginetoover-speed,thatshiftwillnotoccur.
•Thesystemwillignoreattemptstoupshiftattoolowofavehiclespeed.
•Holdingthe(-)paddledepressedwilldownshiftthetransmissiontothelowestgearpossibleat
the current speed.
• Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when AutoStick is engaged.
•Thesystemmayreverttoautomaticshiftmodeifafaultoroverheatconditionisdetected.
To d i s e n g a g e A u t o S t i c k m o d e , p r e s s a n d h o l d t h e ( + ) s h i f t p a d d l e u n t i l " D " o r " S " i s o n c e a g a i n
indicated in the instrument cluster. Shifting out of SPORT mode will also disable AutoStick. You
can shift in or out of AutoStick mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator
pedal.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could
lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury.
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Selecting Radio Stations
•Pressthedesiredradioband(AM,FMorSXM)buttononthetouchscreen.
Seek Up/Seek Down
• Press the “Seek arrow” up or down button on the touchscreen for less than two seconds to seek
through radio stations.
•Pressandholdeither“arrow”buttononthetouchscreenformorethantwosecondstobypass
stations without stopping. The radio will stop at the next listenable station once the “arrow”
button on the touchscreen is released.
Direct Tune
• Tune directly to a radio station by pressing the “Tune” button on the screen, and entering the
desired station number.
Store Radio Presets Manually
Yo u r r a d i o c a n s t o r e 3 6 t o t a l p r e s e t s t a t i o n s , 1 2 p r e s e t s p e r b a n d ( A M , F M a n d S X M ) . T h e y a r e
shown at the top of your radio screen. To see the 12 preset stations per band, press the “arrow”
button on the touchscreen at the top right of the screen to toggle between the two sets of six
presets.
To store a radio preset manually, follow the steps below:
1. Tune to the desired station.
2. Press and hold the desired numbered button on the touchscreen for more than two seconds
or until you hear a confirmation beep.
SiriusXM Premier Over 160 Channels
Get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear
commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the premium program-
ming, including Howard Stern, every NFL game, Oprah Radio®, every MLB® and NHL® game,
every NASCAR® race and more. And get 20+ Xtra channels, including SiriusXM Latino, a
selection of channels dedicated to Spanish language programming.
•ToaccessSiriusXMSatelliteRadio,pressthe“SXM”buttononthetouchscreenonthemain
Radio screen.
The following describes features that are available when in SiriusXM Satellite Radio mode.
Seek Up/Seek Down
• Press the “Seek arrow” button on the touchscreen for less than two seconds to seek through
channels in SXM mode.
• Press and hold either “Seek arrow” button on the touchscreen for more than two seconds to
bypass channels without stopping. The radio will stop at the next listenable channel once the
arrow button on the touchscreen is released.
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Direct Tune
• Tune directly to a radio station by pressing the “Tune” button on the screen, and entering the
desired station number.
Store Radio Presets Manually
Yo u r r a d i o c a n s t o r e 3 6 t o t a l p r e s e t s t a t i o n s , 1 2 p r e s e t s p e r b a n d ( A M , F M a n d S X M ) . T h e y a r e
shown at the top of your radio screen. To see the 12 preset stations per band, press the “arrow”
button on the touchscreen at the top right of the screen to toggle between the two sets of six
presets.
To store a radio preset manually, follow the steps below:
1. Tune to the desired station.
2. Press and hold the desired numbered button on the touchscreen for more than two seconds
or until you hear a confirmation beep.
HD Radio
HD Radio technology (available on Uconnect® 8.4AN) allows broadcasters to transmit a
high-quality digital signal.
With an HD radio receiver, the listener is provided with a clear sound that enhances the listening
experience. HD radio can also transmit data such as song title or artist.
SiriusXM Premier Over 160 Channels
Get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear
commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the premium program-
ming, including Howard Stern, every NFL game, Oprah Radio®, every MLB® and NHL® game,
every NASCAR® race and more. And get 20+ Xtra channels, including SiriusXM Latino, a
selection of channels dedicated to Spanish language programming.
•ToaccessSiriusXMSatelliteRadio,pressthe“SXM”buttononthetouchscreenonthemain
Radio screen.
The following describes features that are available when in SiriusXM Satellite Radio mode.
Seek Up/Seek Down
• Press the “Seek arrow” button on the touchscreen for less than two seconds to seek through
channels in SXM mode.
• Press and hold either “Seek arrow” button on the touchscreen for more than two seconds to
bypass channels without stopping. The radio will stop at the next listenable channel once the
arrow button on the touchscreen is released.
Direct Tune
• Tune directly to a SXM channel by pressing the “Tune” button on the touchscreen, and
entering the desired station number.
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–ElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)OFFIndicatorLight
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
–DoorAjarIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when a door(s) is left ajar and not fully closed.
–SportShifting
This light will illuminate whenSPORT MODEis selected. Sport Mode will provide improved
throttle response and modified shifting for an enhanced driving experience as well as the greatest
amount of steering feel. (SPORT MODEwill enable AWD (if equipped) in the AWD Sport
mode providing an enhanced AWD driving performance).
Oil Change Due
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 e n g i n e 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 D u e ”
message will display for 5 seconds along with a single chime to indicate the next scheduled oil
change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and cycle the
ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the
ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did
not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
NOTE:
Resetting the oil life can also be done within the "Oil Life" menu under “Vehicle Info.”
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Overheating, Engine...........132
Paddle Shifters...............44
Paddle Shift Mode.............44
Paint Care................152
Panic Alarm.................9
Pedals, Adjustable.............29
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect)......109
Phone (Uconnect)............109Placard, Tire And Loading Information . .161PowerDistribution Center (Fuses)......158Glass Sunroof.............49Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . .123Seats.................24Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . .30Preparation For Jacking..........134Programmable Electronic Features . . . .120Purchase AppsUconnect Access............58
RadioPresets...............73, 97Rain Sensitive Wiper System........32Rear Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Rear Cross Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Rear Heated Seats.............28Rear ParkSense System..........42Rear Seat, Folding.............27Recreational Towing............125Refrigerant................152Remote ControlTrunk Release..............9Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)Lock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Unlock The Doors............8Remote StartingEnter Remote Start Mode.......10Exit Remote Start Mode........10How To Use Remote Start.......10Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Remote Starting System........10Remote Starting System..........10Replacement Bulbs............166Reporting Safety Defects.........168Resetting Oil Change Indicator......131Restraint, Head..............22
Schedule, Maintenance..........152
Seat Belt
Child Restraints............18
Seat Belt Maintenance..........152
Seat Belts.................14
Adjustable Shoulder Belt........14
Pretensioners.............14
Seat Belt Warning...........15
Seats....................24Adjustment..............26Head Restraints............22Heated................27Lumbar Support............24Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Security Alarm..............130Security Alarm.............14Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . .150Setting The Clock.............118Set Up Your Via Mobile ProfileUconnect...............57ShiftingAutomatic Transmission........43Signals, Turn..............32, 130Sirius Satellite Radio..........74, 98SIRIUS Travel Link............108Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . ..132, 162, 163Spark Plugs................150SpecificationsFuel (Gasoline)............150Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..150Speed ControlAccel/Decel..............35Distance Setting (ACC Only).....36Mode Setting (ACC Only)......39Speed Control (Cruise Control)......35Sport Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..131StartingRemote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10SteeringTilt Column..............30Steering Wheel Audio Controls......118Sun Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag . .15
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . .46Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.......20Text Messaging..............116Tilt Steering Column............30
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