2017 CHRYSLER 300 automatic transmission fluid

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ...........403
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ...........404
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .405
▫ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ........................ .405
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS .......................... .406
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................407
 DEALER SERVICE .......................407
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .............408
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .408
▫ Engine Oil Filter .......................411
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................411
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................412
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............413▫
A/C Air Filter ........................414
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .416
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................416
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................416
▫ Exhaust System ........................417
▫ Cooling System ........................419
▫ Brake System ........................ .423
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................424
▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .......426
▫ Rear Axle ............................426
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ............................427
 FUSES ............................... .432
▫ Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......433
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fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear.
However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a
checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer
to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely
damage your brake system and/or impair its perfor-
mance. The proper type of brake fluid for your
vehicle is also identified on the original factory
installed hydraulic master cylinder reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois-
ture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylin-
der reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in
a open container absorbs moisture from the air
resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it
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WARNING! (Continued)
to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak-
ing, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the
brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage
painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s specified transmission fluid. Refer
to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in this section
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for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain the
transmission fluid at the correct level using the recom-
mended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any
transmission; only the approved lubricant should be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur-
er ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using any
special additives in the transmission. Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its perfor-
mance may be impaired by supplemental additives. There-
fore, do not add any fluid additives to the transmission.
Avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely
affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require
adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine
fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmis-
sion has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can check
your transmission fluid level using special service tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission
damage.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission — 8-Speed Transmission Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid
may affect the function or performance of your transmis-
sion.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703. If
DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is accept-
able.
Front Axle We recommend you use Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant
SAE 75W90 (API GL-5).
Rear Axle We recommend you use Mopar OD Synthetic Gear Lu-
bricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
Transfer Case We recommend you use Mopar Transfer Case Lubricant
for BorgWarner 44–40.
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Appearance Care.......................... .427
Arming System (Security Alarm) ................16
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .321
Auto Down Power Windows ...................33
Automatic Door Locks ........................27
Automatic Headlights .......................117
Automatic High Beams ......................118
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........275
Automatic Transmission ..................302, 426
Adding Fluid .....................426, 449, 452
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................426
Fluid Change .......................... .426
Fluid Level Check .....................424, 425
Fluid Type ..........................449, 452
Gear Ranges ............................305
Special Additives ........................ .425
Autostick Operation ............................. .309
Auto Unlock, Doors .........................27
Auto Up Power Windows .....................33
AW D Towing ............................... .397
Axle Fluid ............................449, 452
Axle Lubrication ........................449, 452 Battery
...............................211,412
Charging System Light .....................211
Key Fob Battery Replacement .................21
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................21
Location ...............................412
Remote Battery Replacement .................21
Belts, Seat .................................77
Beverage Holder Cooled (Cupholder) ............192
Beverage Holder Heated (Cupholder) ............192
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................416
B-Pillar Location .......................... .334
Brake Assist System ........................ .320
Brake Control System, Electronic ................318
Brake Fluid .......................... .449, 452
Brake, Parking ............................ .316
Brakes ................................. .317
Brake System ..........................317,

423
Fluid Check ..................... .423, 449, 452
Master Cylinder ........................ .423
Parking ...............................316
Warning Light .......................208, 317
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................302
Brightness, Interior Lights ....................124
Bulb Replacement .......................443, 44410
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FlashersHazard Warning ........................ .380
Turn Signal .......................79, 121, 226
Flash-To-Pass ............................ .122
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ..........................363
Engine Oil ............................ .362
Fuel Requirements ....................361, 362
Maintenance ............................363
Replacement Parts ........................363
Starting ...............................363
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .299
Floor Console ............................ .194
Fluid, Brake .......................... .449, 452
Fluid Capacities ............................447
Fluid Leaks ...............................79
Fluid Level Checks ........................ .426
Automatic Transmission ....................425
Brake .................................423
Cooling System ..........................419
Engine Oil ..........................408, 409
Transfer Case .......................... .426
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............449
Fog Lights ............................120, 214
Folding Rear Seat ...........................111 Forward Collision Warning
....................154
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .392
Fuel ................................... .357
Additives ............................. .360
Clean Air ............................. .358
Ethanol ............................358, 361
Gasoline ...............................357
Gauge ............................... .220
Materials Added ........................ .360
Methanol ............................. .358
Octane Rating .................357, 449, 450, 451
Requir ements .......................... .357
Specifications ....................

.449, 450, 451
Tank Capacity .......................... .447
Fuel, Flexible ............................. .361
Fuses .................................. .432
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ............177, 183
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .358
Gasoline (Fuel) ............................357
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .358
Gauges Fuel ................................. .220
Gear Ranges ............................. .305
Glass Cleaning ............................431
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Trailer Towing............................ .368
Cooling System Tips ..................... .377
Hitches ............................... .371
Minimum Requirements ....................373
Tips ................................. .377
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................372
Wiring ............................... .375
Trailer Towing Guide ........................371
Trailer Weight ............................ .371
Transfer Case ............................ .426
Fluid .......................... .426, 449, 452
Maintenance ............................426
Transmission ............................. .302
Automatic ..........................302, 424
Fluid .......................... .424, 449, 452
Maintenance ............................424
Shifting ...............................300
Transporting Pets ...........................75
Tread Wear Indicators .......................346
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) ..................... .35, 36
Trunk Release, Emergency .....................36
Trunk Release Remote Control ..................35
Turn Signals .......................... .121, 226
UCI Connector ............................265 Uconnect
Customer Programmable Features .............257
Operation ............................. .241
Uconnect Settings ...................19, 20, 257
Uconnect 8.4/8.4 NAV Voice Recognition Register ...............................287
SiriusXM Guardian .......................286
Uconnect Settings ........................ .19, 27
Customer Programmable Features ..........28, 255
Passive Entry Programming ..............28, 255
Uconnect Settings ........................255
Uconnect Voice Command ....................279
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................350
Universal Consumer

Interface (UCI) Connector .....265
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .357
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .................43
Vanity Mirrors .............................95
Vehicle Certification Label ....................367
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...............6
Vehicle Loading .....................336, 366, 368
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................7
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ...........16
Vehicle Storage ........................ .276, 442
Viscosity, Engine Oil ........................410
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