2016 CHRYSLER 300 check oil

Fluid Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Rear Axle
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be
inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the
fluid level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the
axle. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the fill
hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Change Axle Fluid
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed
on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are
highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside
parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-
nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,
extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi-
tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and
underbody protection.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539

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 or is
operated predominantly at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe
Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• 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.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering (if equipped) and
fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights. 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 next scheduled service
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake
•
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 575

Battery............................ .277, 519
Charging System Light ...................277
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Location ............................. .519
Remote Battery Replacement ................25
Transmitter Battery Replacement .............25
Belts, Seat .............................. .101
Beverage Holder Cooled (Cupholder) ...........252
Beverage Holder Heated (Cupholder) ...........252
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................524
B-Pillar Location ......................... .423
Brake Assist System ...................... .406
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............403
Brake Fluid ......................... .568, 571
Brake, Parking .......................... .400
Brakes ................................ .402
Brake System ........................ .402, 534
Fluid Check ....................535, 568, 571
Master Cylinder ....................... .535Parking
............................. .400
Warning Light ..................... .274, 402
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................383
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................162
Bulb Replacement ..................... .560, 563
Bulbs, Light ......................... .103, 560
Camera, Rear ........................... .229
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .566
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .517
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................532
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............100, 454
Cargo Area Features ...................... .260
Cargo Compartment ...................... .260
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................461
Car Washes ............................ .540
Certification Label ........................ .462
Chains,

Tire ............................ .440
596 INDEX

Break-In Recommendations.................99
Checking Oil Level ...................514, 515
Compartment ...................... .508, 509
Compartment Identification ................508
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...........528, 568, 569, 570
Cooling ............................. .528
Exhaust Gas Caution .................100, 454
Fails To Start ......................... .380
Flooded, Starting ...................... .380
Fuel Requirements ..................... .450
Jump Starting ...................491, 492, 493
Oil ....................514, 566, 568, 569, 570
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .517
Oil Filter ............................ .518
Oil Selection ...................... .516, 566
Oil Synthetic ......................... .518
Overheating .......................... .478
Starting ............................. .376
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .517Engine Oil Viscosity Chart
...................517
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............72
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................ .451, 455
Event Data Recorder ........................76
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................100, 454
Exhaust System ...................... .100, 526
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................119
Exterior Lighting ......................... .152
Exterior Lights .......................... .103
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .519
Air Conditioning ....................348, 522
Engine Oil ..................518, 568, 569, 570
Engine Oil Disposal .....................518
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .478
Turn Signal .....................103, 158, 297
600 INDEX

Flash-To-Pass........................... .159
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .457
Engine Oil ........................... .456
Fuel Requirements ...................455, 456
Maintenance .......................... .458
Replacement Parts ...................... .457
Starting ............................. .457
Flooded Engine Starting ....................380
Floor Console ........................... .255
Fluid, Brake ......................... .568, 571
Fluid Capacities ......................... .566
Fluid Leaks ............................ .104
Fluid Level Checks ....................... .539
Automatic Transmission ..................537
Brake ............................... .535
Cooling System ........................ .528
Engine Oil ........................ .514, 515
Transfer Case ......................... .538Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
...........568
Fog Lights .......................... .157, 283
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .144
Forward Collision Warning ..................205
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................495
Fuel .................................. .450
Additives ............................ .452
Clean Air ............................ .451
Ethanol .......................... .451, 455
Gasoline ............................. .450
Gauge .............................. .291
Materials Added ....................... .452
Methanol ............................ .451
Octane Rating ................450, 568, 569, 570
Requirements ......................... .450
Specifications ...................568,
569, 570
Tank Capacity ......................... .566
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .45510
INDEX 601

Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .284, 511
Manual Park Release...................... .497
Manual, Service ......................... .588
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................535
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............146
Memory Seat ........................... .146
Memory Seats And Radio ...................146
Methanol .............................. .451
Mirrors ................................112
Electric Powered ....................... .121
Electric Remote ........................ .121
Exterior Folding ........................119
Heated .............................. .122
Outside ..............................118
Rearview .............................112
Vanity .............................. .122
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................443
MOPAR Parts ........................ .513, 587MTBE/ETBE
........................... .451
Multi-Function Control Lever .................157
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................99
Occupant Restraints ........................47
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ......450, 568, 569, 570
Oil, Engine .................303, 514, 568, 569, 570
Capacity ............................ .566
Change Interval ....................... .516
Checking ......................... .514, 515
Dipstick .......................... .514, 515
Disposal ............................. .518
Filter ..................... .518, 568, 569, 570
Filter Disposal ........................ .518
Identification Logo ..................... .516
Materials Added To ..................... .518
Pressure Warning Light ...................278
Recommendation ....................516, 566
606 INDEX