2017 CHRYSLER 200 key

Once the park brake is fully disengaged, The BRAKE
warning lamp in the instrument cluster and the LED
indicator on the switch will extinguish.
NOTE:When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the
front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and
away from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the park
brake before placing the gear selector in PARK, otherwise
the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make
it difficult to move the gear selector out of PARK. The park
brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not
in the vehicle.
WARNING!
• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully
when parked to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the
ignition is in the OFF mode, remove the key fob from
the vehicle, and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
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WARNING! (Continued)
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, (or in
a location accessible to children), and do not leave
the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
• Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before
driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and
a collision.
• Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving
your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or
injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in
PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll
and cause damage or injury.
• Driving the vehicle with the parking brake engaged,
or repeated use of the parking brake to slow the
vehicle may cause serious damage to the brake
system.
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4. Place the transmission in PARK.
5. Turn the engine OFF.
6. Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, followingthe dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN mode, but do not start the engine.
8. Press and hold the brake pedal.
9. Release the parking brake.
10. Turn the ignition OFF.
11. Remove the key fob.
12. Release the brake pedal.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drive-
train will result. If this vehicle requires towing,
make sure the drive wheels are OFF the ground.
• Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and
remains released, while being towed.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Recreational Towing — All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Models
Recreational towing is not allowed. These models do not
have a NEUTRAL (N) position in the power transfer unit.
NOTE: This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle
trailer provided all four wheels are OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle with ANY of its wheels on the
ground can cause severe transmission and/or power
transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing
is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
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If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Manual Park Release” in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
for towing.
CAUTION!
•Do not use sling-type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-
age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
• Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and
remains released, while being towed.
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFFthe ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, this vehicle must be
towed with the front wheels OFF the ground (using a
towing dolly, or wheel lift equipment with the front wheels
raised).
NOTE: Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and
remains released, while being towed.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Damage
from improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels
OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle
on a flatbed, or with one end of the vehicle raised and the
opposite end on a towing dolly.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT tow this vehicle with ANY of its wheels on
the ground. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
• Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal
damage to the transmission or power transfer unit
will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when
towing.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission and/or power
transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing
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Automatic Headlights...................... .123
Automatic High Beams ..................... .124
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........318
Automatic Transaxle ....................... .347
Automatic Transmission ..................348, 472
Adding Fluid ....................... .472, 503
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................472
Fluid Change .......................... .472
Fluid Level Check .....................470, 471
Fluid Type ......................... .470, 503
Special Additives ........................ .471
Autostick ............................... .354
Auto Unlock, Doors .........................26
Auto Up Power Windows .....................33
Axle Lubrication .......................... .503
Battery .............................. .251, 458
Charging System Light ....................251
Key Fob Battery Replacement .................19
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................19
Remote Battery Replacement .................19
Belts, Seat .................................83
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................462
B-Pillar Location .......................... .379
Brake Assist System ........................ .366Brake Control System, Electronic
................364
Brake Fluid .............................. .503
Brake System ......................... .364, 469
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .364
Fluid Check ........................ .469, 503
Master Cylinder ........................ .469
Warning Light .......................... .249
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................348
Brightness, Interior Lights ....................129
Bulb Replacement ....................488, 490, 494
Bulbs, Light ........................ .85, 488, 494
Camera, Rear ............................ .208
Capacities,

Fluid .......................... .500
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .406
Oil (Engine) ..................... .449, 450, 456
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................467
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................82, 403
Cargo Area Features ....................... .236
Cargo Compartment ....................... .236
Car Washes .............................. .472
Certification Label ......................... .409
Chains, Tire ............................. .392
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .425
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Deck Lid, Emergency Release...................35
Deck Lid, Power Release ......................34
Defroster, Rear Window ..................... .240
Defroster, Windshield ........................83
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................451
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ....................127
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .454
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................442
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................468
Do Not Disturb ........................... .339
Door Ajar ............................... .255
Door Ajar Light ........................... .255
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .......26
Door Locks .......................... .18, 23
KeyFob ............................ .23, 25
Key Fob Emergency Key ..................19, 26
Manual Door Locks ........................23
Power Door Locks ........................25
Remote ................................23
Remote Keyless Entry ....................23, 25
Door Locks, Automatic .......................26
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .213Driver Information Display (DID)
Messages ............................. .274
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .......................111
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .357
E-85 Fuel ............................... .403
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .227
Electric Parking Brake ...................... .359
Electric Rear Window Defrost ..................240
Electric Remote Mirrors ..................... .100
Electronic Brake Control System ................364
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................365
Traction Control System ....................369
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......136, 139
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............369
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........252
Electr

onic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .......208
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .....271
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ................................ .271
EVIC Display .......................... .271
Emergency Deck Lid Release ...................35
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INDEX 523

Delay................................ .123
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........127
Lights On Reminder ..................... .125
On With Wipers ........................ .123
Passing ............................... .127
Replacing ............................. .490
Switch ............................... .122
Time Delay ............................ .123
Head Restraints ............................114
Head Rests ...............................114
Heated Mirrors ........................... .100
Heater, Engine Block ....................... .346
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .....127
Hill Start Assist ........................... .367
Holder, Coin ............................. .232
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ...............213
Ignition Key....................................9
Illuminated Entry ...........................16
Courtesy Lights ..........................16
Front Courtesy Overhead Console .............16
Illuminated Entry .........................16
Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob ................16
Inside Rearview Mirror .......................93 Instrument Cluster
............244, 251, 254, 263, 267
Instrument Cluster ...................... .273
Instrument Panel And Controls .................243
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................476
Interior Appearance Care .....................474
Interior Fuses ............................ .487
Interior Lights ............................ .128
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ..............131
Introduction ................................4
Inverter Outlet (115V) ...................... .229
Jacking Instructions ........................ .427
Jack Location ............................ .425
Jack Operation ........................ .425, 427
Jump Starting ............................ .435
Key Fob Emer
gency Key ...........................10
Lock The Doors ..........................18
Panic Alarm .............................19
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........14, 19
Remote Battery Replacement .................19
Remote Keyless Entry ....................10, 17
Unlatch The Trunk ........................18
Unlock The Doors .........................17
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Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry).....19
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......19
Key Fob, Remote Keyless Entry .................17
Key-In Reminder ............................11
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..........................28
Enter The Trunk ....................... .18, 28
KeyFob................................28
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors .................18, 28
Passive Entry ............................28
Passive Entry Programming ..................28
Remote Control ..........................28
Unlock From The Driver’s Side .............17, 28
Unlock From The Passenger Side ............17, 28
Keyless Entry System ........................17
Keyless Go .................................9
Keys .....................................9
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................126
Lane Change Assist ........................ .127
LaneSense ............................... .163
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........................39
Latches ..................................85
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .400
Leaks, Fluid ...............................85
Life Of Tires ............................. .391Light Bulbs
........................ .85, 488, 494
Light Replacement ..................... .488, 494
Lights ............................ .85, 122, 488
AirBag ......................... .64, 83, 248
Automatic Headlights .....................123
Battery Saver .......................... .130
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .371
Brake Warning ......................... .249
Bulb Replacement .....................490, 494
Cruise ......................... .267, 268, 269
Daytime Running ....................... .125
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ..............126, 127
Engine Temperature Warning ................251
Exterior ............................ .85, 494
Fog .............................. .125, 495
Front Replacement ....................... .494
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................414
Headlights ......................... .122,

490
Headlights On Reminder ...................125
Headlights On With Wipers .................123
Headlight Switch ........................ .122
High Beam ............................ .127
High Beam/Low Beam Select ................127
Illuminated Entry .........................16
Instrument Cluster ...................... .12210
INDEX 527

Windows...............................32
Power Seats Down ................................ .109
Forward .............................. .108
Rearward ............................. .108
Up.................................. .109
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts .................44
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .426
Pretensioners Seat Belts ...............................45
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .385
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............467
Radio Frequency General Information .............12, 14, 21, 23, 31
Radio Operation .......................... .305
Radio Remote Controls ..................... .304
Radio (Sound Systems) ..................... .303
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................133
Rear Camera ............................. .208
Rear Cupholder ........................... .230
Rear ParkSense System ...................168, 175
Rear Seat, Folding ..........................116
Rear Window Defroster ..................... .240
Rear Window Features ...................... .240Recreational Towing
.........................411
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .400
Refrigerant .............................. .459
Reminder, Lights On ....................... .125
Reminder, Seat Belt ..........................38
Remote Control Starting System ...........................21
Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob Battery Replacement .................19
Lock The Doors ..........................18
Panic Alarm .............................19
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........14, 19
Remote Battery Replacement .................19
Remote Keyless Entry ....................10, 17
Unlatch The Trunk ........................18
Unlock The Doors .........................17
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........304
Remote Starting Enter Remote Start Mode ....................22
EVIC

Remote Start Abort Message .............22
Exit Remote Start Mode .....................23
How To Use Remote Start ...................21
Remote Starting System .....................21
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle . .23
Remote Starting System .......................21
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