2010 Chrysler 300 Owner's Manual
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2 0 1 0 300 OWNER’SMANUAL SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................. 85 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................209 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................305 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ............................................. 399 6 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................................421 7 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .................................................485 8 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ........................................ 505 9 10 INDEX ...................................................................515 10 INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Ⅵ Introduction ........................... 4 Ⅵ Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6 Ⅵ How To Use This Manual .................. 4 Ⅵ Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7 Ⅵ Warnings And Cautions ................... 6 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction. essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint contains the information you desire. you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet, Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the located on the DVD, and various customer-oriented items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and documents. Please take the time to read these publica- illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment tions carefully. Following the instructions and recom- The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual mendations in this manual will help assure safe and contains a complete listing of all subjects. enjoyable operation of your vehicle. Consult the following table for a description of the NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain this Owner’s Manual: with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings. INTRODUCTION 5 1 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left front corner of the instrument panel. The VIN is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information VIN Location Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. vehicle registration, and the title. INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 2 Ⅵ A Word About Your Keys ................. 12 Ⅵ Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ........ 18 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ............ 12 ▫ Rearming Of The System ................ 18 ▫ KeyFOB ........................... 13 ▫ To Arm The System ................... 18 ▫ Removing Key FOB From Ignition ......... 14 ▫ To Disarm The System ................. 19 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 15 Ⅵ Illuminated Entry — If Equipped ........... 20 Ⅵ Sentry Key .......................... 16 Ⅵ Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .............. 20 ▫ Replacement Keys ..................... 17 ▫ To Unlock The Doors .................. 21 ▫ Customer Key Programming ............. 17 ▫ To Lock The Doors .................... 24 ▫ General Information ................... 17 ▫ To Unlatch The Trunk .................. 25 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 25 ▫ Wind Buffeting ....................... 43 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 25 Ⅵ Trunk Lock And Release ................. 43 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement .......... 26 Ⅵ Trunk Safety Warning ................... 44 ▫ General Information ................... 27 ▫ Trunk Emergency Release ............... 44 Ⅵ Remote Starting System — If Equipped ....... 27 Ⅵ Occupant Restraints ..................... 45 ▫ How To Use Remote Start ............... 28 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 46 Ⅵ Door Locks ........................... 30 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .... 52 ▫ Manual Door Locks ................... 30 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If Equipped ....................... 52 ▫ Power Door Locks .................... 32 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped ...... 53 ▫ Passive Entry System — If Equipped ....... 35 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Child Protection Door Lock .............. 37 (BeltAlert) ......................... 53 Ⅵ Windows ............................ 40 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .......... 55 ▫ Power Windows ...................... 40 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — ▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 81 Airbags ............................ 56 ▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 81 ▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . 62 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The 2 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 69 Vehicle ............................. 82 ▫ Child Restraints ...................... 71 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle ................... 84 Ⅵ Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 80 Ⅵ Safety Tips ........................... 81 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless Go, the Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the ignition switch position (OFF/ACC/RUN). Refer to transmitter and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If integral ignition switch. You can insert the Key Fob into Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” the ignition switch with either side up. for further information. Keyless Go Feature This vehicle may be equipped with the Keyless Go feature, refer to “Starting Procedure” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi- tions are OFF, ACC, and RUN. The START position is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When re- leased from the START position, the switch automatically returns to the RUN position. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. 2 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry/ Keyless Go (PEKG), the Key Fob will also contain a special receiver that communicates with the vehicle. Passive Entry/Keyless Go Key Fobs can only be used with Passive Entry/Keyless Go equipped vehicles. Non- Passive Entry/Keyless Go Key Fobs can only be used with Non-Passive Entry/Keyless Go vehicles. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle 1 — OFF should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE transmitter 2 — ACC (ACCESSORY) go dead. The emergency key is also for locking the glove 3 — RUN 4 — START box. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking. 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the then pull the key out with your other hand. OFF position and then remove the Key Fob. With the Passive Entry/Keyless Go system, the EVIC will display the ignition switch position “OFF/ACC/RUN”. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. NOTE: • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. Emergency Key Removal Opening either front door will cancel this feature. NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power into the lock cylinders with either side up. window switches,