2016 CHRYSLER 300 center console

STORAGE
Glove Compartment
The glove compartment is located on the passenger side
of the instrument panel.
Console Features
There is a cubby bin located forward of the gear selector.
The cubby bin is covered with a push-push actuated
door. Push inward on the door to open it, push the door
a second time to close it.
Two separate storage compartments are also located
underneath the center console armrest.
Glove Compartment
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Inside the center console armrest, there is a removable
upper storage tray that can be slid forward/rearward on
rails for access to the lower storage area. This tray has an
integrated coin holder, along with additional area for
small items and handheld devices. Below the upper tray,
the lower storage compartment is made for larger items,like tissue boxes. In addition, the 12 volt power outlet,
USB and Aux jack are located here.
Center Console
Upper Storage Tray
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The power sunshade can also be operated by passengers
in the rears seats. The power sunshade switch is located
on the back of the center console between the heated seat
switches. Push the switch once to raise the sunshade.
Push the switch a second time to lower the sunshade.LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The automatic load leveling system will provide a level-
riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading
conditions.
A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers
raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes
approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling
to complete depending on road surface conditions.
If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15
hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The
vehicle must be driven to reset the system.
Power Sunshade Switch
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The Media hub also allows the use of an SD card. For
further information, refer to the Uconnect Supplement
Manual.Located on the rear of the front center console are dual
USB “Charge Only” ports.
The USB “Charge Only” ports will recharge battery
operated USB devices when connected.
AUX/USB/SD Card Ports1 — Aux Jack
2 — USB Port
3 — SD Card Slot
Rear USB Charging Ports
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Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission
The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic
gear selector located on the center console. The transmis-
sion gear range (PRNDL/S) is displayed both above the
gear selector and in the Driver Information Display
(DID). To select a gear range, simply rotate the gear
selector. To access the L or S position, push down on the
gear selector and then rotate it. You must also press the
brake pedal to shift the transmission out of PARK, or to
shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when the
vehicle is stopped. To shift past multiple gear ranges at
once (such as PARK to DRIVE), simply rotate the gear
selector to the appropriate detent. Select the DRIVE range
for normal driving.The electronically-controlled transmission provides a
precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are
self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new
vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal
condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few
hundred miles (kilometers).
Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the
accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped.
Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when
shifting between these gears.
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2. Remove the console storage bin to access the ManualPark Release lever.
3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish the 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.
Manual Park Release Lever Location
Locking Tab Location
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WARNING!(Continued)
assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they
have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.).
Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders
Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent
with the cupholder in the center console.
NOTE:The cupholder cannot be removed.
FUSES
WARNING!
•When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap-
propriate replacement fuse with the same amp
rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse
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WARNING! (Continued)
with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never
replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other
material. Failure to use proper fuses may result in
serious personal injury, fire and/or property dam-
age.
• Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition
is off and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
• If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho-
rized dealer.
• If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air
bag system, braking system), power unit systems
(engine system, gearbox system) or steering system
blows, contact an authorized dealer.
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CavityCartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
2 60 Amp Yellow –Front PDC Feed #1
3 – –Fuse – Spare
4 60 Amp Yellow –Front PDC Feed #2
5 30 Amp Pink
20 Amp Blue – Police –
Sunroof/Dome Lamp – Police
6 40 Amp Green –Exterior Lighting #1
7 40 Amp Green –Exterior Lighting #2
8 30 Amp Pink –Interior Lighting
9 40 Amp Green –Power Locks
10 30 Amp Pink –Driver Door Control Module
11 30 Amp Pink –Passenger Door Control Mod-
ule
12 – 20 Amp Yellow Dual USB Center Console
Rear/Cigar Lighter IP – If
Equipped
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