2018 CHRYSLER 300 ECU

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
KEYS .................................17
▫ KeyFob..............................17
 IGNITION SWITCH .......................24
▫ Keyless Push Button Ignition ...............24
▫ Vehicle On Message .....................26
 REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .............27
▫ How To Use Remote Start — If Equipped ......27
▫ Remote Start Abort Message On The Instrument
Cluster Display — If Equipped ..............28
▫ To Enter Remote Start Mode ................28
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle ...............................29
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................29 ▫
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . . .30
▫ General Information .....................30
 SENTRY KEY ...........................30
▫ Customer Key Programming ...............31
▫ Replacement Keys .......................31
▫ General Information .....................32
 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .32
▫ To Arm The System .....................32
▫ To Disarm The System ....................33
▫ Rearming Of The System ..................33
▫ Tamper Alert ...........................333

COMMANDVIEW SUNROOF WITH POWER
SHADE — IF EQUIPPED ...................86
▫ Opening Sunroof ........................87
▫ Closing Sunroof .........................87
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................88
▫ Opening Power Shade ....................88
▫ Closing Power Shade .....................88
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express .................89
▫ Pinch Protect Feature .....................89
▫ Sunroof Maintenance .....................89
▫ Ignition Off Operation ....................89
 HOOD ................................90
▫ To Open The Hood ......................90
▫ To Close The Hood ......................90
 TRUNK ...............................91
▫ Opening .............................91
▫ Closing ..............................92 ▫
Trunk Safety ...........................93
▫ Cargo Area Features .....................93
 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ....96
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED .....96
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink .....97
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .......100
▫ Using HomeLink ...................... .101
▫ Security ............................. .101
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ....................101
▫ General Information .....................102
 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ..................103
▫ Storage ............................. .103
▫ Cupholders ......................... .105
▫ Power Sunshade — If Equipped ............108
▫ Electrical Power Outlets ..................109
▫ Sunglasses

Bin Door....................112
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go in the ON/RUN mode. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Al-
ways remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
How To Use Remote Start — If Equipped
Push remote start button on the key fob twice
within five seconds. Pushing the remote start
button a third time shuts the engine off. To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button, and push the
ignition to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
•
With remote start, the engine will only run for 15
minutes (timeout) unless the ignition is placed in the
ON/RUN position.
• The vehicle must be started with the key after two
consecutive timeouts.
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
• Gear selector in PARK
• Doors closed
• Hood closed
• Trunk closed
• Hazard switch off
• Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• Check engine light shall not be present
• PANIC button not pushed
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
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•Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing
• Ignition in STOP/OFF position
• Fuel level meets minimum requirement
• Vehicle Security Alarm is not signaling an intrusion
WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monox-
ide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury
or death when inhaled.
• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other
controls could cause serious injury or death.
Remote Start Abort Message On The Instrument
Cluster Display — If Equipped
The following messages will display in the instrument
cluster display if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits
remote start prematurely:
• Remote Start Aborted — Door Open
• Remote Start Aborted — Hood Open •
Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Open
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset
• Remote Start Aborted — Too Cold
• Remote Start Aborted — Time Expired
The message will stay active until the ignition is turned to
the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the remote start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, the
parking lights will flash, and the horn will chirp twice (if
programmed). Then, the engine will start, and the vehicle
will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
• If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
• The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
• For security, power window and power sunroof opera-
tion (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the
Remote Start mode.
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•The engine can be started two consecutive times with
the key fob. However, the ignition must be cycled by
pushing the START/STOP button twice (or the ignition
switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN position) before
you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Push and release the remote start button one time or allow
the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will
disable with a one time push of the remote start button for
two seconds after receiving a valid remote start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of 15-minute cycle, push and release the
unlock button on the key fob to unlock the doors and
disarm the vehicle security alarm (if equipped). Then, prior
to the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release the
START/STOP button. If the START/STOP button is not
present, insert the key fob into the ignition switch and turn
the switch to the ON/RUN position. NOTE:
•
For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry feature, the ignition switch must be in the
ON/RUN position in order to drive the vehicle.
•For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry feature, the message “Remote Start Active —
Insert Key and Turn To Run” will show in the instrument
cluster display until you insert the key.
•For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry feature, the message “Remote Start Active —
Push Start Button” will show in the instrument cluster
display until you push the START button.
To Cancel Remote Start
Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following
occur:
• The engine stalls or engine speed exceeds 2500 rpm.
• Any engine warning lights come on.
• Low Fuel Light turns on.
• The hood is opened.
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•The hazard switch is pushed.
• The gear selector is moved out of PARK.
• The brake pedal is pushed.
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
When remote start is activated, the heated steering wheel
and driver heated seat features will automatically turn on
in cold weather. In warm weather, the driver vented seat
feature will automatically turn on when the remote start is
activated. These features will stay on through the duration
of remote start or until the ignition switch is cycled to the
ON/RUN position.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion. NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor-
ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system
does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is
automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or
unlocked.
The system uses key fobs that have an embedded electronic
chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized vehicle opera-
tion. Therefore, only key fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The
system will shut the engine off in two seconds if someone
uses an invalid key to try to start the engine.
NOTE: A key fob that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the ignition
or lock cylinder for that vehicle.
During normal operation, after placing the ignition in the
on position, the vehicle security light will turn on for three
seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the
bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the
electronics. In addition, if the vehicle security light begins
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to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used
an invalid key to try to start the engine. Either of these
conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two
seconds.
If the vehicle security light turns on during normal vehicle
operation (vehicle running for longer than ten seconds), it
indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should this
occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an
authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compatible
with some aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of
these systems may result in vehicle starting problems
and loss of security protection.
All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Customer Key Programming
Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF position.
NOTE: Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an
authorized dealer. This procedure consists of programming
a blank key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob
is one that has never been programmed.
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced,
bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer.
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General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in-cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED
The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for
unauthorized entry and the keyless push button ignition
for unauthorized operation. While the vehicle security
alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and trunk
release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the
vehicle security alarm will provide the following audible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps
and/or turn signals will flash, and the vehicle security light
in the instrument cluster will flash.
To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the vehicle security alarm:
1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF
mode. Refer to Ignition Switch in “Getting To Know
Your Vehicle” for further information.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
• Push lock on the interior power door lock switch with
the driver and/or passenger door open.
• Push the lock button on the exterior Passive Entry
Door Handle with a valid key fob available in the same
exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive
Entry, located in “Doors” in “Getting To Know Your
Vehicle for further information).
• Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
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