2018 CHRYSLER 300 automatic transmission

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 – AWD (If Equipped) 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 – AWD (If Equipped) We recommend you use Mopar Transfer Case Lubricant
for BorgWarner 44–40.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 415

Apple CarPlay........................... .462
Arming System Security Alarm ...........................32
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .147
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .419
Auto Down Power Windows ...................84
Automatic Door Locks ........................39
Automatic Headlights ........................64
Automatic High Beams .......................63
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............80
Automatic Transmission ..................... .226
Adding Fluid .....................370, 413, 415
Fluid And Filter Change ...................370
Fluid Change .......................... .370
Fluid Level Check ....................... .369
Fluid Type ...................... .369, 413, 415
Special Additives ........................ .369
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .....39, 231
Autostick Operation ............................. .232
Auto Up Power Windows .....................84
AuxCord............................... .447AW D
Towing ............................... .337
Axle Fluid ........................... .413, 415
Axle Lubrication ....................... .413, 415
Back-Up ................................ .277
Battery .............................. .127, 349
Charging System Light ....................127
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................21
Location .............................. .349
Belts, Seat ............................... .210
Beverage Holder Cooled (Cupholder) ............107
Beverage Holder Heated (Cupholder) ............107
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................357
B-Pillar Location .......................... .377
Brake Assist System ........................ .141
Brake Control System ....................... .141
Brake Fluid ....................... .367, 413, 415
Brake

System ......................... .367, 403
Fluid Check ..................... .367, 413, 415
Master Cylinder ........................ .367
Parking .............................. .222
Warning Light ...................... .126, 403
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................225
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..........221
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INDEX 473

Security Alarm......................... .32, 129
Arm The System ..........................32
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............413
Sentry Key Key Programming .........................31
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................30
Sentry Key Replacement ....................23, 31
Service Assistance ......................... .466
Service Contract .......................... .468
Service Manuals .......................... .470
Shifting ................................ .224
Automatic Transmission ................224, 226
Shoulder Belts ............................ .169
Side View Mirror Adjustment ...................58
Signals, Turn ....................... .67, 135, 212
Siri .................................... .459
SiriusXM Guardian Vehicle Health Alert ...................... .458
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................392
Snow Tires .............................. .388
Spare Tire ............................... .321
Spare Tires ........................ .388, 389, 390
Spark Plugs ............................. .413Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline) ......................... .413
Oil.................................. .413
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................ .237, 238
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ...................244
Cancel ............................... .239
Resume .............................. .239
Set .................................. .237
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..........236, 237, 239
Sport Mode .............................. .234
Starting ............................. .216, 217
Automatic Transmission ....................216
Button .................................24
Cold Weather .......................... .220
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .220
Starting

And Operating ...................216, 217
Starting Procedures ..................... .216, 217
Steering ..................................54
Column Lock ............................54
Power ............................... .235
Tilt Column .......................... .54, 55
Wheel, Heated ...........................56
Wheel, Tilt .......................... .54, 55
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Guide................................ .286
Recreational ........................... .292
Weight ............................... .286
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ............292
Traction ............................. .292, 293
Traction Control .......................... .149
Trailer Towing ............................ .282
Cooling System Tips ..................... .292
Hitches ............................... .285
Minimum Requirements ....................287
Tips ................................. .291
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................286
Wiring ............................... .289
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .286
Trailer Weight ............................ .286
Transfer Case Fluid .......................... .370, 413, 415
Maintenance ........................... .370
Transmission ............................. .226
Automatic ......................... .226, 369
Fluid ............................. .413, 415
Maintenance ........................... .369
Shifting .............................. .224
Transporting Pets ......................... .208
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .385Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)
.........................91
Trunk Release Remote Control ..................91
Turn Signals ........................... .67, 135
Uconnect Uconnect Settings .................19, 20, 30, 421
Uconnect 4C/4C Nav With 8.4-Inch Display ........422
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features .............30
Customer Programmable Features .............35
Customer Programmable Features .............421
Passive Entry Programming ..................35
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................394
Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........96
Universal Transmitter ........................
96
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .405
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................173
USB................................... .447
Vanity Mirrors .............................61
Vehicle Certification Label ....................281
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............403
Vehicle Loading .....................281, 282, 378
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................6
Vehicle Security Alarm ........................32
486 INDEX