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  • Page 1 CHRYSLER 300 2019 USER GUIDE...
  • Page 2 The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road.

  • Page 3: How To Find Your Owner's Manual Online

    Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US This User Guide has been prepared to help you For more detailed descriptions of the topics dis- quickly become acquainted with the important fea- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision cussed in this User Guide, as well as information tures of your vehicle.

  • Page 4: How To Use This Manual How To Use This Manual

    HOW TO USE To identify the chapter with the information needed WARNINGS AND you can consult the index at the end of this User THIS MANUAL CAUTIONS Guide. Essential Information While reading this User Guide you will find a series Chapters can be rapidly identified with dedicated of WARNINGS to be followed to prevent incorrect graphic tabs, at the side of each odd page.

  • Page 5: Graphical Table Of Contents

    GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY STARTING AND OPERATING IN CASE OF EMERGENCY SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MULTIMEDIA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INDEX...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped ..23 WINDOWS ..... . . 39 Power Window Controls .
  • Page 7 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR Safety Checks You Should Make Inside PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ..118 The Vehicle ..... 101 REFUELING THE VEHICLE .
  • Page 8 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..143 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Care And Maintenance ....173 Anti-Theft Protection ....173 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE AUX/USB/MP3 CONTROL .

  • Page 9: Instrument Panel

    INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Panel 1 — Headlight Switch 6 — Ignition 2 — Multifunction Lever (Behind Steering Wheel) 7 — Switch Panel 3 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls 8 — Uconnect System 4 — Instrument Cluster 9 — Climate Controls 5 —...

  • Page 10: Interior

    INTERIOR Interior 1 — Door Locks 5 — Seats 2 — Door Handles 6 — Gear Selector 3 — Window Switches 7 — Storage Compartment 4 — Parking Brake 8 — Glove Compartment...

  • Page 11: Keys

    KEYS To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical release button on the back of the key fob sideways Key Fob with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. The ignition system consists of a key fob with Remote In case the ignition switch does not change with the Keyless Entry (RKE) and a START/STOP push...

  • Page 12: Ignition Switch

    NOTE: The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will 2. This device must accept any interference re- All door unlock settings can be programmed to chirp to acknowledge the signal if programmed. ceived, including interference that may cause your convenience through Uconnect Settings.
  • Page 13 NOTE: • Some electrical devices (e.g. central locking, WARNING! alarm, etc.) are still available. If the ignition switch does not change with the push • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead or in a location accessible to children, and do battery.

  • Page 14: Remote Start - If Equipped

    REMOTE START — • Hazard switch off To Enter Remote Start Mode IF EQUIPPED • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed) Push and release the remote start button on the key fob twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will •...

  • Page 15: General Information

    General Information for door locks and trunk release are disabled. If 3. If any doors are open, close them. something triggers the alarm, the vehicle security NOTE: The following regulatory statement applies to all alarm will provide the following audible and visible Security System Manual Override radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or...

  • Page 16: Tamper Alert

    The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect DOORS To Unlock From The Driver's Side your vehicle. However, you can create conditions With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry where the system will give you a false alarm. If one of of the driver's door handle, grab the front driver the previously described arming sequences has oc- The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the...
  • Page 17 NOTE: Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive When any of these situations occur, after all open If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed, all Entry Key Fob In Vehicle doors are shut, the FOBIK-Safe search will be ex- ecuted. If it finds a Passive Entry key fob inside the doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front To minimize the possibility of unintentionally lock- driver’s door handle.
  • Page 18 To Enter The Trunk NOTE: To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors If you inadvertently leave your vehicle's Passive With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) Entry key fob in the trunk and try to close the deck within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front of the deck lid, push the button on the right side of lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless...
  • Page 19 Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the NOTE: General Information door handle lock button. This could unlock the • After pushing the door handle button, you must The following regulatory statement applies to all door(s). wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.

  • Page 20: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    Child-Protection Door Lock System — NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Rear Doors Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, To provide a safer environment for small children manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped position, roll down the window, and open the door with Child-Protection Door Lock system.

  • Page 21: Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)

    Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) NOTE: Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped You may experience deformation in the seat cush- This feature allows the driver to store up to two Folding Rear Seat ion from the seat belt buckles if the seats are left different memory profiles for easy recall through a folded for an extended period of time.
  • Page 22 Programming The Memory Feature Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless 4. Within five seconds, push and release button (1) or (2) accordingly. “Memory Profile Set” (1 or 2) Entry Key Fob To Memory NOTE: will display in the instrument cluster. Your key fobs can be programmed to recall one of To create a new memory profile, perform the fol- 5.

  • Page 23: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    Driver Two Memory Position Recall • When you cycle the vehicle’s ignition to the OFF Heated Seats — If Equipped position, the driver seat will move about 2.4 inches • To recall the memory setting for driver two using On some models, the front and rear seats may be (60 mm) rearward if the driver seat position is the memory switch, push memory button (2) on equipped with heaters located in the seat cushions...
  • Page 24 Front Heated Seats NOTE: WARNING! • Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt The front heated seat control buttons are located cushion. This may cause the seat heater to within two to five minutes. within the climate or controls screen of the touch- overheat.

  • Page 25: Front Ventilated Seats - If Equipped

    When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start provide a boosted heat level during the first four If your vehicle is equipped with ventilated seats, the On models that are equipped with remote start, the minutes of operation.

  • Page 26: Reactive Head Restraints - Front Seats

    To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head WARNING! WARNING! restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the ad- with the head restraints improperly adjusted or justment button located at the base of the head • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a removed could cause serious injury or death in restraint and push downward on the head restraint.

  • Page 27: Rear Head Restraints

    Rear Head Restraints NOTE: WARNING! • The head restraint should only be removed by The center head restraint has two adjustable posi- • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If tions: up or down. When the center seat is being collision or hard stop could cause serious in- the center rear head restraint requires removal, see occupied, the head restraint should be in the raised...

  • Page 28: Steering Wheel

    STEERING WHEEL To unlock the steering column, pull the lever down- ward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen Column — If Equipped or shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired.

  • Page 29: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    • Press the heated steering wheel button MIRRORS WARNING! second time to turn the heating element off. Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — Do not adjust the steering column while driving. NOTE: If Equipped Adjusting the steering column while driving or The engine must be running for the heated steering driving with the steering column unlocked, could Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse provides automatic out-...

  • Page 30: Exterior Lights

    EXTERIOR LIGHTS Daytime Running Lights (DRL) The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on Multifunction Lever when the engine starts, headlights are off, and the The multifunction lever controls the operation of parking brake is off. The headlights must be used for normal nighttime driving.

  • Page 31: Automatic High Beam - If Equipped

    Automatic High Beam — If Equipped To Activate Flash-To-Pass 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO head- The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control sys- You can signal another vehicle with your headlights light position. tem provides increased forward lighting at night by by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you.

  • Page 32: Parking Lights

    Parking Lights NOTE: NOTE: • Each time the Adaptive Headlight System is • The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds of Turn the headlight switch knob to the first detent to turned on, the headlights will initialize by perform- placing the ignition in the OFF position to activate turn the parking lights on.

  • Page 33: Turn Signals

    Turn Signals Wiper Operation Intermittent Wiper System Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions Move the multifunction lever up or down and the detent, past the intermittent settings for low-speed make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause arrows on each side of the instrument cluster display wiper operation, or to the second detent past the...

  • Page 34: Rain Sensing Wipers

    Rain Sensing Wipers NOTE: • Neutral Wipe Inhibit — The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the ignition is placed in the • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when This feature senses rain or snowfall on the wind- RUN position, the automatic transmission gear the wiper speed is in the low or high position.

  • Page 35: Climate Controls

    CLIMATE CONTROLS The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the temperature, air flow, and direction of air circu- lating throughout the vehicle. The controls are lo- cated on the touchscreen (if equipped) and on the instrument panel below the radio. Automatic Climate Control Overview Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Automatic Climate Controls...
  • Page 36 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is on. Performing this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off. NOTE: The MAX A/C button is only available on the touchscreen.
  • Page 37 Icon Description Rear Defrost Button Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after ten minutes. Driver And Passenger Temperature Up And Down Buttons Provides the driver and passenger with independent temperature control.
  • Page 38 Icon Description Select Mode by pressing one of the Mode buttons on the touchscreen to change the airflow distribution mode. Mode Control The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, defrost outlets and demist outlets.

  • Page 39: Climate Control Functions

    Climate Control Functions MAX A/C 2. Next, adjust the temperature that you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the driver MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling A/C (Air Conditioning) and passenger temperature control buttons. performance. The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the op- Once the desired temperature is displayed, the Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and erator to manually activate or deactivate the air...

  • Page 40: Operating Tips

    To provide you with maximum comfort in the Au- Winter Operation CAUTION! tomatic mode during cold start-ups, the blower fan To ensure the best possible heater and defroster will remain on low until the engine warms up. The Failure to follow these cautions can cause dam- performance, make sure the engine cooling system blower will increase in speed and transition into age to the heating elements:...

  • Page 41: Windows

    Cabin Air Filter There are single window controls on each passenger Auto-Down Feature door trim panel, which operate the passenger door The climate control system filters out dust and pol- The driver and, in some models, passenger power windows. The window controls will operate only len from the air.

  • Page 42: Wind Buffeting

    NOTE: To enable the window controls and the rear sun- Wind Buffeting screen, push and release the window lockout button • If the window runs into any obstacle during Auto- Wind buffeting can be described as the perception again (setting it in the up position). Closure, it will reverse direction and then go back of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in down.

  • Page 43: Commandview Sunroof With Power Shade - If Equipped

    COMMANDVIEW WARNING! SUNROOF WITH POWER • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, SHADE — IF EQUIPPED or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a The CommandView sunroof switch is located to the location accessible to children.

  • Page 44: Opening Sunroof

    Opening Sunroof Vent Open Opening Power Shade The sunroof has three modes of open operation: Push and release the Vent switch within one-half The sunshade has two programmed positions: half Express Open, Manual Open, and Vent Open. If second and the sunroof will open to the vent posi- open and full open positions.

  • Page 45: Closing Power Shade

    Manual Open Manual Close Ignition Off Operation Push and hold the sunshade switch rearward, the Push and hold the switch forward and the sunshade NOTE: sunshade will open to the half open position and will close and stop at full closed position. Releasing •...

  • Page 46: Hood

    HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the CAUTION! safety catch to the left. The safety catch is lo- To Open The Hood cated under the center front edge of the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.

  • Page 47: Closing

    With the ignition in the OFF position, the trunk Key Fob Trunk Release Button Closing open symbol will display until the trunk is closed. Push the power trunk button on the key With one or more hands placed on the outside trunk fob twice within five seconds to release NOTE: surface push the trunk lid down until you hear the...

  • Page 48: Load Leveling System - If Equipped

    UNIVERSAL GARAGE • To operate HomeLink, push and release any of the WARNING! programmed HomeLink buttons. These buttons DOOR OPENER Once in the trunk, young children may not be will activate the devices they are programmed to (HOMELINK ) able to escape, even if they entered through the with each press of the corresponding HomeLink rear seat.

  • Page 49: Erasing All The Homelink Channels

    Erasing All The HomeLink Channels A device with a rolling code will also have a 1. Place the ignition switch into the ON/RUN “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the position. To erase the channels, follow this procedure: antenna is attached to the device. The button may 2.

  • Page 50: Programming Homelink To A Miscellaneous Device

    1. At the garage door opener motor (in the ga- Non-Rolling Code Garage Door Opener Programming HomeLink To A rage), locate the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button. Final Steps Miscellaneous Device This can usually be found where the hanging 1. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink but- Refer to “Programming HomeLink To A Garage antenna wire is attached to the garage door ton and observe the HomeLink indicator light.

  • Page 51: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button

    Reprogramming A Single HomeLink General Information INTERNAL EQUIPMENT Button The following regulatory statement applies to all Electrical Power Outlets To reprogram a single HomeLink button that has Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this Your vehicle is equipped with one 12 Volt (13 Amp) been previously trained, without erasing all the vehicle: power outlet on the instrument panel and one...
  • Page 52 The front power outlet is located inside the storage In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a area on the center stack of the instrument panel. power outlet located in the storage area of the center console. Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 —...

  • Page 53: Wireless Charging Pad - If Equipped

    WARNING! CAUTION! • After the use of high power draw accessories To avoid serious injury or death: or long periods of the vehicle not being • Only devices designed for use in this type of started (with accessories still plugged in), the outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt out- vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of let.
  • Page 54 For phones that already have built-in wireless charg- To get your free aftermarket phone case or CAUTION! ing capability (Samsung, Apple iPhone 8, 8 Plus Qi Adapter, go to and X Phones), a Qi Adapter is available to charge http://invehiclewirelesscharging.com. The key fob should not be placed on the charg- your phone using the Open Dot wire-free phone You will need your vehicle/voucher identification...

  • Page 55: Instrument Cluster Display

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Location And Controls DISPLAY The instrument cluster display features an inter- active display which is located in the instrument Your vehicle will be equipped with an instrument cluster. cluster display, which offers useful information to the driver. With the ignition in the STOP/OFF This system conveniently allows the driver to select mode, opening/closing of a door will activate the a variety of useful information by pushing the arrow...

  • Page 56: Engine Oil Life Reset

    NOTE: • Pushing the left arrow button will exit each sub- Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go — menu layer and return to the main menu. Ignition • Holding the up/down or left/right arrow button will loop the user through the currently selected Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display For the Trip and Fuel Economy menus: menu or options presented on the screen.

  • Page 57: Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Menu Items

    NOTE: Instrument Cluster Display WARNING LIGHTS If the indicator message illuminates when you start Selectable Menu Items AND MESSAGES the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not Push and release the up or down arrow button until reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the the desired Selectable Menu item is displayed in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes-...
  • Page 58 — Brake Warning Light The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. should illuminate for approximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking This warning light monitors various brake functions, NOTE: brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the including brake fluid level and parking brake appli- The light may flash momentarily during sharp cor- light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by...
  • Page 59 NOTE: The light should turn off. If the light remains on with If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single the vehicle running, your vehicle will usually be driv- stop the vehicle.

  • Page 60: Yellow Warning Lights

    — Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light — Vehicle Security Warning Light — WARNING! If Equipped This warning light indicates when the driver or pas- If you continue operating the vehicle when the senger seat belt is unbuckled. When the ignition is This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illu- first placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN...
  • Page 61 When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to — Electronic Stability Control (ESC) — Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off alert serious conditions that could lead to immedi- Active Warning Light — If Equipped Warning Light — If Equipped ate loss of power or severe catalytic converter dam- This warning light will indicate when the Electronic This warning light indicates the Electronic Stability...
  • Page 62 Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after CAUTION! the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. replacing one or more tires or wheels on your ve- hicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire Do not continue driving with one or more flat tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and...

  • Page 63: Yellow Indicator Lights

    — Low Fuel Warning Light — Service Forward Collision • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been approached and is in a lane departure situa- Warning (FCW) Light — If Equipped When the fuel level reaches approximately 1.9 gal tion, the LaneSense indicator changes from solid (7.13 L), this light will turn on and a single chime will This warning light will illuminate to indicate a fault in...

  • Page 64: Green Indicator Lights

    Green Indicator Lights — Front Fog Indicator Light — NOTE: If Equipped • A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is — ECO Mode Indicator Light driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn This indicator light will illuminate when the front fog This light will turn on when ECO Mode is active.

  • Page 65: Blue Indicator Lights

    lane line has been detected. If a single lane line is ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC CAUTION! detected, the system is ready to provide only visual SYSTEM — OBD II warnings if an unintentional lane departure occurs • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could on the detected lane line.

  • Page 66: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii) Cybersecurity

    Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) WARNING! Cybersecurity • ONLY an authorized service technician Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard Diag- should connect equipment to the OBD II con- nostic system (OBD II) and a connection port to nection port in order to read the VIN, diag- allow access to information related to the perfor- nose, or service your vehicle.

  • Page 67: Auxiliary Driving Systems

    AUXILIARY DRIVING When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light WARNING! will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view SYSTEMS mirrors to let the driver know that the system is The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid operational.

  • Page 68: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation Operation

    NOTE: Turning FCW On Or Off WARNING! Changes or modifications not expressly approved The forward collision button is located in the by the party responsible for compliance could void Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not in- Uconnect display in the controls settings. When the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 69: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    NOTE: • FCW may not react to irrelevant objects such as Tire Pressure Monitoring System overhead objects, ground reflections, objects not FCW system is temporarily turned off when ESC (TPMS) in the path of the vehicle, stationary objects that Full-Off Mode is active. The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will are far away, oncoming traffic, or leading vehicles Changing FCW And Active Braking Status...
  • Page 70 The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low ing Light. Driving the vehicle may cause the tire CAUTION! tire pressure as long as the condition exists, and will pressure to rise to approximately 27 psi (186 kPa), that you take your vehicle to your authorized not turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the but the TPMS Warning Light will still be on.
  • Page 71 • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire main- The TPMS consists of the following components: tenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to • Receiver module maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate • Four tire pressure monitoring sensors tire pressure gauge, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the •...
  • Page 72 TPMS Warning Light will turn off. The vehicle may Service Tire Pressure System Warning • Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph If a system fault is detected, the Tire Pressure Moni- (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this toring System (TPMS) Warning Light will flash on Vehicles With Compact Spare...
  • Page 73 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime To deactivate the TPMS, first replace all four wheel General Information will sound, the TPMS Warning Light will flash on and tire assemblies (road tires) with tires not The following regulatory statement applies to all and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this...

  • Page 74: Occupant Restraint Systems

    OCCUPANT RESTRAINT 2. A child who is not big enough to wear the vehicle 8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your seat belt properly (Refer to “Child Restraints” in vehicle has side air bags, and deployment oc- SYSTEMS this section for further information) must be se- curs, the side air bags will inflate forcefully into...

  • Page 75: Seat Belt Systems

    Seat Belt Systems Initial Indication vehicle speed until the driver and occupied out- board front seat passenger seat belts are buckled. If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, The driver should instruct all occupants to buckle first in the START or ON/RUN position, a chime even on short trips.
  • Page 76 NOTE: WARNING! WARNING! If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or provided at their seating position to minimize outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuck- the risk of severe injury or death in the event of more severe injuries in a collision.
  • Page 77 WARNING! WARNING! • A twisted seat belt may not protect you prop- • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not erly. In a collision, it could even cut into you. Be protect you from injury during a collision. You sure the seat belt is flat against your body, are more likely to hit your head in a collision if without twists.
  • Page 78 tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under webbing. The folded webbing must enter the the seat belt in a collision. slot at the top of the latch plate.
  • Page 79 NOTE: Seat Belt Extender Seat Belts And Pregnant Women The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature when the webbing is fully extended and the adjust- allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in able upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is the upward position without pushing or squeezing...
  • Page 80 Seat Belt Pretensioner Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull (ALR) The front outboard seat belt system is equipped the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfort- with pretensioning devices that are designed to The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as...

  • Page 81: Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)

    The air bag system must be ready to protect you in WARNING! WARNING! a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller to a child 12 years or younger, including a child (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and inter- • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the connecting wiring associated with the electrical Air in a rear-facing child restraint.
  • Page 82 Air Bag Warning Light of the malfunction. While the air bag system is WARNING! designed to be maintenance free, if any of the The ORC monitors the readiness of the elec- ignition is first turned on, stays on after you start following occurs, have an authorized dealer service tronic parts of the air bag system whenever the the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have an...
  • Page 83 Front Air Bags WARNING! This vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder • Being too close to the steering wheel or instru- belts for both the driver and front passenger. The ment panel during front air bag deployment front air bags are a supplement to the seat belt could cause serious injury, including death.
  • Page 84 Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features some that may produce substantial vehicle damage WARNING! — for example, some pole collisions, truck under- The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage rides, and angle offset collisions. • No objects should be placed over or near the driver and front passenger air bags.
  • Page 85 Knee Impact Bolsters Supplemental Side Air Bags The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs) the driver and front passenger, and position the This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- front occupants for improved interaction with the Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs).
  • Page 86 Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side WARNING! windows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside (SABICs) are located above the side windows. The edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the trim covering the SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG”...
  • Page 87 Side Impacts WARNING! WARNING! The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during • Occupants, including children, who are up side impacts. The Occupant Restraint Controller deployment could cause you to be severely against or very close to Side Air Bags can be (ORC) determines whether the deployment of the injured or killed.
  • Page 88 ployment is appropriate. In the event the vehicle • Supplemental Knee Air Bags • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke- like particles. The particles are a normal by- experiences a rollover or near rollover event, and •...
  • Page 89 • After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to • Cut off battery power to the: Enhanced Accident Response System an authorized dealer immediately. – Engine Reset Procedure – Electric Motor (if equipped) In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response Enhanced Accident Response System –...

  • Page 90: Child Restraints

    The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such turer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that WARNING! data as: have the special equipment, can read the informa- • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air tion if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
  • Page 91 There are different sizes and types of restraints for Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it NOTE: children from newborn size to the child almost large has a label certifying that it meets all applicable • For additional information, refer to enough for an adult safety belt.
  • Page 92 Infant And Child Restraints bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s WARNING! back is against the seatback, they should use a Safety experts recommend that children ride rear- to a child 12 years or younger, including a child belt-positioning booster seat.
  • Page 93 Children Too Large For Booster Seats If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” WARNING! then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder vehicle. If the child is using the lap/shoulder belt, Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough check seat belt fit periodically and make sure the...
  • Page 94 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Weight Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below of the Child + Child LATCH – Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower Seat Belt + Top Tether Restraint Anchors Only Anchors + Top Tether Anchor Anchor...
  • Page 95 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint LATCH Positions For Installing anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH-equipped child seats.
  • Page 96 Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Use the LATCH anchorage system until the What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of combined weight of the child and the child restraint is the child restraint) for using the LATCH anchorage 65 lbs (29.5 kg) 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
  • Page 97 Locating The LATCH Anchorages Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages straints and some rear-facing child restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The tether strap will The lower anchorages are round bars that are There are tether strap anchorages behind each have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets rear seating position located in the panel between...
  • Page 98 To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Re- 4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it child restraint, route the seat belt through the child to the top tether anchorage. See the section restraint belt path and then buckle it. Do not lock straint “Installing Child Restraints Using the Top Tether the seat belt.
  • Page 99 Refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode” description Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For WARNING! in “Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle (ALR)” under “Occupant Restraint Systems” for • Improper installation or failure to properly se- additional information on ALR. cure a child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint.
  • Page 100 Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt child restraint) for using the Tether Anchor with the Weight limit of the Child Restraint to install a forward facing child restraint, up to the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint?
  • Page 101 7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten Installing Child Restraints Using 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan the lap portion around the child restraint while to install the child restraint to find the tether The Top Tether Anchorage: you push the child restraint rearward and down- anchorage.

  • Page 102: Transporting Pets

    3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct 4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint Center Tether Attachment to the top tether anchorage as shown in the path for the strap between the anchor and the 1.

  • Page 103: Safety Tips

    SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be de- tected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or WARNING! Transporting Passengers rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent Exhaust gases can injure or kill.
  • Page 104 Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a Defroster WARNING! collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be re- Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and placed after a collision if they have been damaged An improperly attached, damaged, folded, or place the blower control on high speed.

  • Page 105: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    Lights WARNING! WARNING! Have someone observe the operation of brake • ONLY use the driver’s side floor mat on the the floor and check the floor mat fasteners are lights and exterior lights while you work the controls. driver’s side floor area. To check for interfer- secure to the vehicle carpet.

  • Page 106: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE To Turn Off The Engine Using WARNING! ENGINE START/STOP Button Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust • Do not leave children or animals inside parked 1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, vehicles in hot weather.
  • Page 107 NOTE: AutoPark If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver turns If the gear selector is not in PARK, and the off the engine, the vehicle may AutoPark. AutoPark is a supplemental feature to assist in plac- ENGINE START/STOP button is pushed once AutoPark will engage when all of these conditions ing the vehicle in PARK should the situations on the with the vehicle speed below 5 MPH (8 km/h), the...

  • Page 108: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    • Vehicle speed is 1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h) or less While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within WARNING! the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good • Driver’s seat belt is unbuckled break-in. However, wide-open throttle acceleration If vehicle speed is above 1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h), the •...

  • Page 109: Automatic Transmission

    AUTOMATIC WARNING! WARNING! TRANSMISSION speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the should be warned not to touch the parking brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear WARNING! quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose selector.

  • Page 110: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission

    Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission WARNING! WARNING! quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear WARNING! control of the vehicle and hit someone or selector. something. Only shift into gear when the en- • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle •...
  • Page 111 NOTE: AutoStick — If Equipped In the event of a mismatch between the gear selec- AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission fea- tor position and the actual transmission gear (for ture providing manual shift control, giving you more example, driver selects PARK while driving), the control of the vehicle.
  • Page 112 ables AutoStick (as described below). Tapping (-) below. The transmission will not upshift automati- • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when cally at redline in this mode, nor will downshifts be AutoStick is enabled. to enter AutoStick will downshift the transmission to obtained if the accelerator pedal is pressed to the the next lower gear, while using (+) to enter •...

  • Page 113: Sport Mode - If Equipped

    SPORT MODE — This mode may be activated and deactivated by The Speed Control buttons are located on the right pushing the Sport button on the instrument panel side of the steering wheel. IF EQUIPPED switch bank. SPEED CONTROL When engaged, the Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).

  • Page 114: To Activate

    NOTE: To Set A Desired Speed ADAPTIVE CRUISE In order to ensure proper operation, the Speed CONTROL (ACC ) — Turn the Speed Control on. When the vehicle has Control System has been designed to shut down if reached the desired speed, push the SET (+) or IF EQUIPPED multiple Speed Control functions are operated at SET (-) button and release.

  • Page 115: To Activate/Deactivate

    If your vehicle is equipped with Adaptive Cruise Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you WARNING! do not, the vehicle may continue to accelerate be- Control, the controls operate exactly the same as yond the set speed. If this occurs: Speed Control with only a couple of differences.

  • Page 116: To Vary The Acc Speed

    Metric Speed (km/h) • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed WARNING! will continue to decrease in 5 mph decrements • Pushing the SET (+) button once will result in a safe operation. Failure to follow these warnings until the button is released.

  • Page 117: Setting The Following Distance In Acc

    • The ACC system decelerates the vehicle to a full Setting The Following Distance In General Information stop when following a target vehicle. If an ACC The following regulatory statement applies to all host vehicle follows a target vehicle to a standstill, Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this The specified following distance for ACC can be after two seconds the driver will either have to...

  • Page 118: Parksense Front And Rear Park Assist - If Equipped

    PARKSENSE FRONT AND ParkSense Sensors closer to the object, the chime rate will change from single 1/2 second tone (for rear only), to slow (for REAR PARK ASSIST — The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear rear only), to fast, to continuous. fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle IF EQUIPPED that is within the sensors’...

  • Page 119: Lanesense - If Equipped

    LANESENSE — IF vides visual warnings through the instrument cluster NOTE: display to prompt the driver to remain within the The LaneSense system will retain the last system EQUIPPED lane. When only a single lane marking is detected, a state, on or off, from the last ignition cycle when the haptic (torque) warning will not be provided.

  • Page 120: Changing Lanesense Status

    • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has For example, if approaching the left side of the lane 3. Press the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button. been approached and is in a lane departure situa- the steering wheel will turn to the right. When in the Safety &...
  • Page 121 along with a caution note to “check entire surround- When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on WARNING! ings” across the top of the screen. After five sec- the image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other onds, this note will disappear.

  • Page 122: Refueling The Vehicle

    REFUELING THE NOTE: NOTE: In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the VEHICLE fuel door from opening. If this occurs, lightly spare tire area) to open the flapper door to allow for push on the fuel door to break the ice buildup emergency refueling with a gas can.

  • Page 123: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release

    Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top Designated TOP TIER off” the fuel tank after filling. Detergent Gasoline con- tains a higher level of de- Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release tergents to further aide in minimizing engine and If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel...

  • Page 124: Trailer Towing

    TRAILER TOWING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) Max. Tongue Weight (See Note) 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 3.6L Automatic 5.7L Automatic 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)

  • Page 125: Hazard Warning Flashers

    HAZARD WARNING This is an emergency warning system and it should BULB REPLACEMENT not be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it FLASHERS Replacement Bulbs when your vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for other motorists. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or switch bank just above the climate controls.
  • Page 126 Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Halogen Headlamp) 9005HL+ Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon Headlamp) D3S (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) Front Turn Signal Lamp PSY24WSV Front Park Lamp LED (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) Daytime Running Lamp LED (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) Front Fog Lamp –...

  • Page 127: Fuses

    FUSES General Information CAUTION! The fuses protect electrical systems against exces- • When installing the power distribution center WARNING! sive current. cover, it is important to ensure the cover is When a device does not work, you must check the •...
  • Page 128 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare 40 Amp Green – Radiator Fan #1 – (Non 6.2L Supercharged) 50 Amp Red – Electric Power Steering #1 – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink – Starter 40 Amp Green –...
  • Page 129 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 50 Amp Red / 20 Amp Blue – Radiator Fan (6.2L Supercharged) / Police Ignition Run/ACC Feed # 3 – – Fuse – Spare – 15 Amp Blue Transmission Control Module (Challenger / Charger Police) / Electronic Shift Module (Challenger) –...

  • Page 130: Rear Interior Fuses

    Rear Interior Fuses CAUTION! There is also a power distribution center located in • When installing the power distribution center the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This cover, it is important to ensure the cover is center contains fuses and relays. Fuse cavity loca- properly positioned and fully latched.
  • Page 131 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 40 Amp Green – Power Locks 30 Amp Pink – Driver Door Control Module 30 Amp Pink – Passenger Door Control Module – 20 Amp Yellow Dual USB Center Console Rear/Cigar Lighter IP – If Equipped 40 Amp Green –...
  • Page 132 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor – 15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve – If Equipped – 20 Amp Yellow Radio – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest/Console Media Hub 30 Amp Pink –...
  • Page 133 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare – – Fuse – Spare – – Fuse – Spare – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedals – Police – – Fuse – Spare – –...

  • Page 134: Jacking And Tire Changing

    JACKING AND Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage 3. Rotate the fastener securing the spare tire coun- terclockwise to remove it. TIRE CHANGING The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access cover in the trunk. Follow these steps to access the jack and spare tire.

  • Page 135: Preparations For Jacking

    5. Rotate the fastener securing the jack counter- 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diago- WARNING! clockwise to remove it. nally opposite the jacking position. For example, if the right front wheel is being changed, block A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision the left rear wheel.

  • Page 136: Jacking And Changing A Tire

    Jacking And Changing A Tire 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the WARNING! center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to raising the vehicle.
  • Page 137 7. Mount the spare tire. CAUTION! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be dam- aged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly. Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire.

  • Page 138: Road Tire Installation

    NOTE: 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on Road Tire Installation the wrench while at the end of the handle for • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. increased leverage.

  • Page 139: Jump Starting

    JUMP STARTING Preparations For Jump Start WARNING! The battery is stored under an access cover in the If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan trunk. Remote battery posts are located on the right jump started using a set of jumper cables and a whenever the hood is raised.

  • Page 140: Jump Starting Procedure

    Connecting The Jumper Cables 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the WARNING! booster battery, let the engine idle a few min- 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable utes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this to the remote positive (+) post of the discharged the discharged battery.

  • Page 141: If Your Engine Overheats

    4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmis- CAUTION! jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post sion in NEUTRAL, but do not increase the engine of the discharged vehicle. idle speed while preventing vehicle motion with Driving with a hot cooling system could damage the brakes.

  • Page 142: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    In order to move the vehicle in cases where the To Reset The Manual Park Release: NOTE: transmission will not shift out of PARK (such as a 1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the • Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be dead battery), a Manual Park Release is available.

  • Page 143: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    TOWING A CAUTION! CAUTION! DISABLED VEHICLE • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may between DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin This section describes procedures for towing a dis- lead to transmission overheating and failure. the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or abled vehicle using a commercial towing service.

  • Page 144: All Wheel Drive (Awd) Models

    Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to Since the ignition MUST be in the ON/RUN mode • The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h). prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars to tow in this manner, AWD vehicles must be towed and other equipment designed for this purpose, with ALL FOUR wheels OFF the ground (e.g.

  • Page 145: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re- corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed under certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deploy- ment or hitting a road obstacle.

  • Page 146: Scheduled Servicing

    SCHEDULED SERVICING Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instru- • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering (if ment Panel” in this guide, or “Instrument Cluster Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil equipped) and fill as needed.
  • Page 147 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary. Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary.
  • Page 148 Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle WARNING! Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) or • You can be badly injured working on or around 350 hours of engine run time if the vehicle is oper- a motor vehicle. Do only service work for ated in a dusty and off road environment or is which you have the knowledge and the right operated predominately at idle or only very low...

  • Page 149: Engine Compartment

    ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.6L Engine 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Remote Jump Start (Negative Battery Post) 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 —...

  • Page 150: 5.7L Engine

    5.7L Engine 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 5 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 6 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 4 — Engine Oil Fill 8 —...

  • Page 151: Raising The Vehicle

    RAISING THE VEHICLE Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. In the case where it is necessary to raise the vehicle, design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” go to an authorized dealer or service station. molded into the sidewall preceding the size desig- nation.
  • Page 152 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or "..blank.." = Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
  • Page 153 EXAMPLE: H = Speed Symbol • A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions • The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and posted speed limits) Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire:...
  • Page 154 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation • This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits) 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits)
  • Page 155 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: NOTE: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on vehicle. the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the 2.
  • Page 156 To determine the maximum loading conditions of (4) The resulting figure equals the available Metric Example For Load Limit your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed For example, if “XXX”...
  • Page 157 • For the following example, the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs (392 kg).

  • Page 158: Tires - General Information

    Safety Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the WARNING! stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Over- steering. loading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle han- •...
  • Page 159 Tire Inflation Pressures Inflation pressures specified on the placard are al- Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation ways “cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the the driver's side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver's and within posted speed limits.
  • Page 160 Radial Ply Tires Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the run experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced flat mode.
  • Page 161 Tread Wear Indicators Life Of Tire NOTE: Wheel Valve Stem must be replaced as well when Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying installing new tires due to wear and tear in existing tires to help you in determining when your tires factors including, but not limited to: tires.

  • Page 162: Tire Types

    It is recommended to replace the two front tires or Tire Types WARNING! two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can All Season Tires — If Equipped • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or seriously affect your vehicle’s handling.

  • Page 163: Spare Tires - If Equipped

    Summer tires do not contain the all season designa- Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than Refer to the “Towing Requirements - Tires” in tion or mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire side- what was originally equipped with your vehicle and “Starting And Operating”...
  • Page 164 Since this tire has limited tread life, the original description on the Tire and Loading Information WARNING! equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and Placard located on the driver’s side door opening or Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply to reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity.

  • Page 165: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    Installation of this limited use spare tire affects ve- Wheel And Wheel Trim Care CAUTION! hicle handling. Since it is not the same as your All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel Cleaner or original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the origi- chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly equivalent is recommended.

  • Page 166: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades

    NOTE: DEPARTMENT OF Treadwear If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an TRANSPORTATION The Treadwear grade is a comparative rat- extended period after cleaning the wheels with ing, based on the wear rate of the tire when UNIFORM TIRE wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the tested under controlled conditions on a brakes to remove the water droplets from the brake...

  • Page 167: Temperature Grades

    Grades B and A represent higher levels of WARNING! performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction WARNING! tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction The temperature grade for this tire is es- characteristics.

  • Page 168: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications

    WHEEL AND TIRE Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each WARNING! nut/bolt has been tightened twice. Ensure that the TORQUE socket is fully engaged on the lug nut/bolt (do not To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the SPECIFICATIONS insert it halfway).

  • Page 169: Fluid Capacities

    FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.6L Engine (87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol or up to 85% Ethanol for Flex Fuel (E-85) Engine) 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters 5.7L Engine (89 Octane Recommended – 87 Octane Acceptable, 0-15% Ethanol) 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts...

  • Page 170: Fluids And Lubricants

    FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engine Oil FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as Mopar, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix Ultra.
  • Page 171 CAUTION! CAUTION! • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based en- • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other gine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use than specified Organic Additive Technology additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may re- as they may not be compatible with the radia- sult in engine damage and may decrease cor- tor engine coolant and may plug the radiator.

  • Page 172: Chassis

    We recommend you use Mopar Transfer Case Lubricant for BorgWarner 44–40. The following highlights just some of the many MOPAR ACCESSORIES Authentic Chrysler Accessories by Mopar featuring Authentic Accessories By Mopar a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your Chrysler 300.
  • Page 173 • Performance Suspension • Anti-Sway Bars • Big Brake Kits • Performance Pad & Rotors For the full line of Authentic Chrysler Accessories NOTE: • Kicker is a registered trademark of by Mopar, visit your local dealership or online at Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.

  • Page 174: Cybersecurity

    CYBERSECURITY NOTE: WARNING! • FCA US LLC or your dealer may contact you Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may directly regarding software updates. • It is not possible to know or to predict all of the be equipped with both wired and wireless networks. possible outcomes if your vehicle’s systems •...

  • Page 175: Tips Controls And General Information

    TIPS CONTROLS AND Right Switch Anti-Theft Protection GENERAL • Push the up or down switch to increase or decrease The system is equipped with an anti-theft protec- the volume. tion system based on the exchange of information INFORMATION with the electronic control unit (Body Computer) •...

  • Page 176: Aux/Usb/Mp3 Control

    AUX/USB/MP3 There are many ways to play music from MP3 play- USB Port ers or USB devices through your vehicle's sound CONTROL • Connect your compatible device using a USB system. Press your Media button on the touch- cable into the USB Port. USB Memory sticks with screen to begin.
  • Page 177 NOTE: Bluetooth Streaming Audio When connecting your device for the first time, the • If equipped with Uconnect Voice Command, your system may take several minutes to read your music, Bluetooth-equipped device may also be able to depending on the number of files. For example, the stream music to your vehicle's sound system.
  • Page 178 Media Controls Media Controls 1 — Repeat Music Track 5 — Show Songs Currently In Queue To Be Played 2 — Music Track And Time 6 — Browse Music By 3 — Shuffle Music Tracks 7 — Music Source 4 — Music Track Information The controls are accessed by pressing the desired NOTE: Uconnect will automatically switch to the appropri-...

  • Page 179: If You Need Assistance

    IF YOU NEED Any communication to the manufacturer's FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center customer center should include the following ASSISTANCE P.O. Box 1621 information: Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vi- • Owner's name and address tally interested in your satisfaction.

  • Page 180: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    Customer Assistance For The Hearing Service Contract We appreciate that you have made a major invest- ment when you purchased the vehicle. An autho- Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) You may have purchased a service contract for a rized dealer has also made a major investment in vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are...

  • Page 181: Reporting Safety Defects

    • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic Defect Investigations and Recalls at between you, an authorized dealer or FCA files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram 1-800-333-0510 or go to US LLC. Truck, Dodge and SRT websites.

  • Page 183: Index

    INDEX Accessories ....170 Air Pressure Towing ....142 Mopar .
  • Page 184 Charging Cybersecurity ....172 Jacking ....132, 149 Wireless ....51 Jump Starting .
  • Page 185 Hazard Warning ....123 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ..46 Introduction ....1 Turn Signals .
  • Page 186 Cruise .....62 Locks Pressure Warning Light ... .57 Daytime Running ....28 Child Protection .
  • Page 187 Pretensioners Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ..103 Seat Belt Pretensioner ... .78 Seat Belts ....78 Safety Defects, Reporting .
  • Page 188 Oil ..... .168 Tilt Steering Column ....26 Tread Wear Indicators .
  • Page 189 Uconnect Settings Warning Flashers, Hazard ... .123 Windshield Defroster ....102 Customer Programmable Features ..14 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Windshield Washers.
  • Page 195 This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Chrysler brand vehicle and to provide a convenient reference for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/ Uconnect manuals found on the website on the back cover and other Warning Labels in your vehicle.
  • Page 196 Simply download the app, select your make and model and enjoy the ride. To get this app, go directly to the App Store® or Google Play® Store and enter the search keyword “Chrysler” (U.S. residents only). www.chrysler.com/en/owners (U.S.) provides special offers tailored to your needs, customized vehicle galleries, personalized service records and more.

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