2017 CHRYSLER 300 flat tire

Vehicles With Compact Spare
1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor.Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the
compact spare tire.
2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning
limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, the TPM
Telltale Light will remain ON and a chime will sound. In
addition, the graphic in the instrument cluster will still
display a pressure value in a different color and the
“Low Tire” and “Inflate to XXX” messages.
3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the TPM Telltale Light will flash on
and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. In
addition, the instrument cluster will display a SERVICE
TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds
and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure
value.
4. For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound, the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75
seconds and then remain on solid, and the instrument cluster will display a
SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message
for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes
(- -) in place of the pressure value.
5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare,
the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, the
TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF and the graphic in the
instrument cluster will display a new pressure value
instead of dashes (- -), as long as no tire pressure is
below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four
active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for
up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for
the TPMS to receive this information.
TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped
The TPMS can be deactivated if replacing all four wheel
and tire assemblies (road tires) with wheel and tire assem-
blies that do not have TPMS Sensors, such as when
installing Winter wheel and tire assemblies on your ve-
hicle. To deactivate the TPMS, first, replace all four wheel
and tire assemblies (road tires) with tires not equipped
with Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) Sensors. Then, drive
the vehicle for 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h). The
TPMS will chime, the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash on
and off for 75 seconds and then remain on and the
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CAUTION!
•Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles
(805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle
or other parts could be damaged.
• Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a trailer
is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do
not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine
and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier
loads.
Towing Requirements — Tires
• Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
• Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to
“Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Operat-
ing” for information on tire pressures and for proper tire
inflation procedures.
• Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures
before trailer usage.
• Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before
towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Operating” for information on tread
wear indicators and for the proper inspection procedure.
• When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Informa-
tion” in “Starting And Operating” for information on
replacement tires and for the proper tire replacement
procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying
capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and
GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
•Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible per-
sonal injury.
• An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically actu-
ated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a
hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
• Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over
1,000 lbs (453 kg) and required for trailers in excess of
2,000 lbs (907 kg).
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6. Remove the jack and lug wrench assembly from underthe spare tire. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the
lug wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack
assembly.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the
places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired
or replaced immediately.
Preparations For Jacking
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from theedge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery
areas.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the
road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or
changing the wheel.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Place the gear selector into PARK.
5. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For ex-
ample, if changing the right front tire, block
the left rear wheel.
Jack Fastener
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CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on
locations other than those indicated in the Jacking
Instructions for this vehicle.
1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench.
2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center
cap off carefully before raising the vehicle.
3. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to loosen, but not remove, the lug nuts on the wheel with the flat
tire. Turn the lug nuts counterclockwise one turn while
the wheel is still on the ground. 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to
the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly
engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange.
NOTE: If the vehicle is too low for jack placement, slide
the jack on its side and rotate it up into position.
Jacking Locations
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5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire andinstall the spare tire.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the
vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt
someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to
remove the tire.
6. Remove the lug nuts and tire.
Front Jacking LocationRear Jacking Location
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nut torque refer to “Torque Specifications” in this
section. If in doubt about the correct tightness, have
them checked with a torque wrench by your autho-
rized dealer or at a service station.
11. Stow the jack, tools and flat tire. Make sure the base of the jack faces the front of the vehicle before tightening
down the fastener.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the
places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired
or replaced immediately.
Road Tire Installation
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped endof the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug
nuts.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been
lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in
personal injury.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
4. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this section for proper lug nut torque.
5. After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly
seated against the wheel.
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump-
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another
vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-
starting can be dangerous if done improperly, so please
follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack, follow
the manufacturer ’s operating instructions and precautions.
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Bulbs, Light............................79, 443
Camera, Rear ............................ .174
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .447
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ............................410
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................421
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................76, 361
Cargo Area Features ........................197
Cargo Compartment ........................197
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ..................... .366
Car Washes ...............................427
Certification Label ..........................367
Chains, Tire ............................. .348
Changing A Flat Tire ........................382
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .330
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .406
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ................75
Checks, Safety .............................75
Child Restraint .............................60
Child Restraints Booster Seats ............................63
Child Restraints ..........................60
Child Seat Installation ......................71
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .........69Infants And Child Restraints
.................62
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ........65
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........62
Seating Positions ..........................64
Child Safety Locks ..........................27
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .358
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .428
Climate Control ............................268
Clock .................................. .241
Coin Holder ............................. .194
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .299
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .344
Connector UCI ..................................265
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ...........265
Console, Floor ............................ .194
Contract, Service .......................... .462
Coolant Pr

essure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............421
Cooling System ............................419
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................420
Coolant Capacity ........................ .447
Coolant Level ........................419, 422
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................422
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................419
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Synthetic Engine Oil........................410
System, Remote Starting ......................22
Telescoping Steering Column ...............129, 130
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ...........275
Tilt Down .................................105
Up.................................. .105
Tilt Steering Column .....................129, 130
Time Delay, Headlight .......................118
Tire And Loading Information Placard ........334, 335
Tire Markings ............................ .328
Tires.......................... .79, 339, 343, 350
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .347
Air Pressure ........................ .334, 339
Chains ............................... .348
Changing .......................382, 385, 389
Compact Spare ..........................344
Flat Changing .......................... .389
General Information ...................339, 343
High Speed ............................ .341
Inflation Pressures ........................340
Jacking ........................ .382, 384, 385
Life Of Tires ............................347
Load Capacity .......................334, 336 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
.............351
Pressure Warning Light ....................218
Quality Grading ........................ .350
Radial ............................... .341
Replacement ........................ .347, 389
Rotation ...............................349
Safety ............................ .328, 339
Sizes .................................330
Snow Tires ............................ .342
Spare Tire .......................343, 345, 383
Spinning ...............................346
Trailer Towing .......................... .374
T r

ead Wear Indicators .....................346
Wheel Mounting ........................ .389
Tire Safety Information .......................328
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................372
To Open Hood ............................115
Towing ................................. .368
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .396
Guide .................................371
Recreational ............................378
Weight ............................... .371
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ............378
Traction .................................312
Traction Control .......................... .323
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