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CHRYSLER 300
2018 USER GUIDE

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  • Page 1 CHRYSLER 300 2018 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 Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US This User Guide has been prepared to help you This User Guide is not a replacement for the full quickly become acquainted with the important fea- Owner’s Manual, and does not fully cover every LLC vehicle.

  • Page 4: How To Use This Manual

    HOW TO USE THIS In addition, the User Guide has been conceived Symbols considering vehicles with steering wheel on the left MANUAL Some vehicle components have colored labels side; it is therefore possible that on vehicles with whose symbols indicate precautions to be observed steering wheel on the right side, the position or Essential Information when using this component.
  • Page 5 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 7 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL ...6 INTERIOR ....7...
  • Page 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Panel 1 — Air Vents/Demisters 4 — Windshield Wiper Lever (Behind Steering Wheel) 2 — Multifunction Lever (Behind Steering Wheel) 5 — Radio 3 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Steering Wheel...
  • Page 9 INTERIOR Interior 1 — Power Window Switches/Door Locks 4 — Climate Controls 2 — Seats 5 — Switch Panel 3 — Gear Selector 6 — Glove Compartment...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE USER GUIDE — HEAD RESTRAINTS ... .25 Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights — If Equipped... . .31 IF EQUIPPED .
  • Page 12 Wind Buffeting ....41 TRUNK ....43 Programming HomeLink To A Garage Door Opener .

  • Page 13: Vehicle User Guide - If Equipped

    VEHICLE USER GUIDE — NOTE: Features/Benefits Vehicle User Guide features are not available while • Pre-installed on your Uconnect touchscreen radio IF EQUIPPED the vehicle is moving. If you try to access while the • Enhanced search and browsing capability vehicle is in motion, the system will display: Feature Access your Owner’s Information right through not available while the vehicle is in motion.

  • Page 14: 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 NOTE: Keyless Entry (RKE) and a START/STOP push...
  • Page 15 NOTE: 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks General Information All door unlock settings can be programmed to This feature lets you program the system to unlock The following regulatory statement applies to all your convenience through Uconnect Settings. Re- radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this ve- either the driver's door or all doors on the first push fer to “Uconnect Settings”...

  • Page 16: Ignition Switch

    IGNITION SWITCH • Driving position. Keyless Push Button Ignition • All the electrical devices are available. This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition START with the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the passenger compartment.

  • Page 17: Remote Start - If Equipped

    To drive the vehicle, push unlock button, push the • System not disabled from previous remote start WARNING! event ignition to the ON/RUN position. • Do not leave children or animals inside parked • Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing NOTE: vehicles in hot weather.

  • Page 18: General Information

    General Information While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior 3. If any doors are open, close them. switches for door locks and trunk release are dis- The following regulatory statement applies to all NOTE: abled. If something triggers the alarm, the vehicle radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this ve- Security System Manual Override security alarm will provide the following audible and...

  • Page 19: Doors

    The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect NOTE: your vehicle. However, you can create conditions • Passive Entry may be programmed on or off. Refer where the system will give you a false alarm. If one of to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in the the previously described arming sequences has oc- Owner’s Manual for further information.
  • Page 20 To Unlock From The Passenger Side 2. A lock request is made by the Passive Entry door To Enter The Trunk handle while a door is open. With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) 3.
  • Page 21 To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the key fob lock button or the lock button located on With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs the vehicle’s interior door panel. within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front General Information door handles, push the door handle lock button to lock all four doors.

  • Page 22: Seats

    SEATS Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped Programming The Memory Feature This feature allows the driver to store up to two NOTE: Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System different memory profiles for easy recall through a To create a new memory profile, perform the fol- of the vehicle.
  • Page 23 Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless 4. Within five seconds, push and release button (1) Driver Two Memory Position Recall or (2) accordingly. “Memory Profile Set” (1 or 2) Entry Key Fob To Memory • To recall the memory setting for driver two using will display in the instrument cluster.

  • Page 24: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    forward of the rear stop. The seat will return to its Heated Seats — If Equipped You can choose from HI, LO, or OFF heat settings. previously set position when you cycle the vehi- The indicator arrows in touchscreen buttons indi- On some models, the front and rear seats may be cle’s ignition to the ACC or RUN position.
  • Page 25 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start Rear Heated Seats — If Equipped At that time, the number of indicator lights changes from two to one, indicating the change. The LO- On models that are equipped with remote start, the On some models, the two rear outboard seats may level setting will turn off automatically after approxi- be equipped with heated seats.

  • Page 26: Front Ventilated Seats - If Equipped

    Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. On models that are equipped with remote start, the If your vehicle is equipped with ventilated seats, the NOTE: ventilated seats can be programmed to come on seat cushion and seat back will have fans that draw You may experience deformation in the seat cush- during a remote start.

  • Page 27: Head Restraints

    NOTE: WARNING! Do not reverse the head restraints (making the rear Children should be seated and using the of the head restraint face forward) in an attempt to proper restraint system. gain additional clearance to the back of your head. Reactive Head Restraints —...

  • Page 28: Rear Head Restraints

    WARNING! WARNING! • ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in in the vehicle to properly protect the occu- the vehicle to properly protect the occupants. pants. Follow the re-installation instructions Follow the re-installation instructions above above prior to operating the vehicle or occu- prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a pying a seat.

  • Page 29: Steering Wheel

    WARNING! WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a Adjusting the steering column while driving or collision or hard stop could cause serious in- driving with the steering column unlocked, could jury or death to occupants of the vehicle.

  • Page 30: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    To tilt the steering column, move the switch up or Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start down as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steer- On models that are equipped with remote start, the The steering wheel contains a heating element that ing column, pull the switch toward you or push the heated steering wheel can be programmed to come helps warm your hands in cold weather.

  • Page 31: Mirrors

    MIRRORS • If the exterior mirrors were manually folded, they Heated Mirrors — If Equipped will not automatically unfold. These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This Power Folding Outside Mirrors — NOTE: feature will be activated whenever you turn on the If Equipped The Automatic Fold/Unfold Mirrors feature is not rear window defroster (if equipped).

  • Page 32: Exterior Lights

    EXTERIOR LIGHTS From the O (off) position, rotate the headlight Automatic High Beam — If Equipped switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light Headlight Switch The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control sys- and instrument panel light operation. Rotate the The headlight switch is located on the left side of tem provides increased forward lighting at night by headlight switch to the second detent for headlight,...

  • Page 33: Flash-To-Pass

    To Activate Automatic Headlights NOTE: 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO head- • Each time the Adaptive Headlight System is This system automatically turns the headlights on or light position. turned on, the headlights will initialize by perform- off according to ambient light levels.

  • Page 34: Headlight Time Delay

    NOTE: NOTE: Turn Signals The “Headlights On With Wipers” feature can be • The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds of Move the multifunction lever up or down and the turned on or off using the Uconnect System. Refer placing the ignition in the OFF position to activate arrows on each side of the instrument cluster display to “Uconnect Settings”...

  • Page 35: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    WINDSHIELD WIPERS If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper CAUTION! control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate AND WASHERS • Always remove any buildup of snow that pre- for two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then vents the windshield wiper blades from return- resume the intermittent interval previously selected.

  • Page 36: 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 37: Climate Controls

    CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Climate Control Overview Automatic Climate Controls On The Faceplate Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Automatic Climate Controls...
  • Page 38 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. A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is on.
  • Page 39 Icon Description Driver And Passenger Temperature Up And Down Buttons Provides the driver and passenger with independent temperature control. Push the red button on the faceplate or touchscreen or press and slide the temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the touchscreen for warmer temperature settings. Push the blue button on the faceplate or touchscreen or press and slide the temperature bar towards the blue arrow button on the touchscreen for cooler temperature settings.

  • Page 40: Climate Control Functions

    Icon Description Bi-Level Mode Bi-Level Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. NOTE: Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets. Floor Mode Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets.

  • Page 41: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped

    MAX A/C Automatic Temperature Control • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Met- ric units by selecting the US/Metric customer- (ATC) — If Equipped MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling programmable feature. Refer to the “Uconnect performance.

  • Page 42: Commandview Sunroof With Power Shade - If Equipped

    Winter Operation Cabin Air Filter CAUTION! To ensure the best possible heater and defroster The climate control system filters out dust and pol- Failure to follow these cautions can cause dam- performance, make sure the engine cooling system len from the air. Contact an authorized dealer to age to the heating elements: is functioning properly and the proper amount, service your cabin air filter, and to have it replaced...

  • Page 43: Opening Sunroof

    Manual Mode Manual Mode WARNING! To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch To close the sunroof, push and hold the switch in the Occupants, particularly unattended children, rearward. The sunroof will stop automatically at the forward position. Any release of the switch will stop can become entrapped by the power sunroof open position.

  • Page 44: Closing Power Shade

    Push the switch a second time from the halfway NOTE: Pinch Protect Feature position and the shade will automatically open to If the sunroof is open, the shade will close to the This feature will detect an obstruction in the closing the full open position and stop automatically.

  • Page 45: Hood

    HOOD To Close The Hood TRUNK 1. Hold up the hood with one hand and with the To Open The Hood Trunk Safety other hand remove the support rod from its seat and reinsert it into the locking tab. Two latches must be released to open the hood. Trunk Emergency Release 2.

  • Page 46: Load Leveling System - If Equipped

    LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM UNIVERSAL GARAGE • To operate HomeLink, push and release any of the programmed HomeLink buttons. These buttons — IF EQUIPPED DOOR OPENER will activate the devices they are programmed to (HOMELINK ) with each press of the corresponding HomeLink The automatic load leveling system will provide a button.

  • Page 47: 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 48: Programming Homelink To A Miscellaneous Device

    1. At the garage door opener motor (in the ga- 2. Push the programmed HomeLink button to follows the same procedure. Be sure to determine if rage), locate the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button. confirm that the garage door opener motor op- the device has a rolling code, or non-rolling code This can usually be found where the hanging erates.

  • Page 49: General Information

    2. Push and hold the desired HomeLink button INTERNAL EQUIPMENT The front power outlet is located inside the storage area on the center stack of the instrument panel. until the HomeLink Indicator light begins to flash Electrical Power Outlets after 20 seconds. Do not release the button. 3.
  • Page 50 In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a WARNING! power outlet located in the storage area of the center console. To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt out- let.
  • Page 51 CAUTION! • After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle's battery.
  • Page 53 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS AND ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — MESSAGES ....54 DISPLAY.

  • Page 54: Instrument Cluster Display

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Location And Controls DISPLAY The instrument cluster display features an interac- tive display which is located in the instrument clus- Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument ter. 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 55: 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 56: Programmable Features

    NOTE: menus, then push the right arrow button to scroll Red Warning Lights If the indicator message illuminates when you start through the submenus of each menu item. Push the — Air Bag Warning Light the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not left arrow button to scroll back to a previous menu reset.
  • Page 57 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. In this The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! case, the light will remain on until the condition has applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN been corrected. If the problem is related to the position.
  • Page 58 — Electric Power Steering Fault NOTE: return to normal, turn the engine off immediately This light may turn on if the accelerator and brake and call for service. Refer to “If Your Engine Over- Warning Light heats” in “In Case Of Emergency” for further infor- pedals are pressed at the same time.

  • Page 59: Yellow Warning Lights

    driving, if the driver or front passenger seat belt nate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position CAUTION! remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light before engine start. If the bulb does not come on will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will when turning the ignition switch from OFF to ON/ Continuous driving with the Transmission Tem- sound.
  • Page 60 • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Indi- — Tire Pressure Monitoring System CAUTION! cator Light” come on momentarily each time the (TPMS) Warning Light ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/ Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica- The warning light switches on and a message is RUN position.
  • Page 61 size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or then remain continuously illuminated. This se- CAUTION! tire inflation pressure label, you should determine quence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start- inoperable. After using an aftermarket tire seal- the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) ups as long as the malfunction exists.

  • Page 62: Yellow Indicator Lights

    If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is • When the LaneSense system senses a lane drift Yellow Indicator Lights placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN posi- situation, the LaneSense indicator changes from Forward Collision Warning Off Indicator tion, have the brake system inspected by an autho- solid green to solid yellow.

  • Page 63: White Indicator Lights

    — Cruise Control Set Indicator Light — — Sport Mode Indicator Light — Cruise Control Ready Indicator If Equipped This light will turn on when Sport Mode is active. This light will turn on when the speed control is ready, but not set. This light will turn on when the speed control is set —...

  • Page 64: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    hicle) to turn off the high beams. If the high beams CAUTION! WARNING! are off, pull the lever toward you for a temporary high beam on, "flash to pass" scenario. • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could • ONLY an authorized service technician cause further damage to the emission control should connect equipment to the OBD II con- system.
  • Page 65 SAFETY SAFETY AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS..64 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SAFETY TIPS ....99 SYSTEMS ....70 Blind Spot Monitoring .

  • Page 66: Auxiliary Driving Systems

    AUXILIARY DRIVING The BSM warning light, located in the outside mir- rors, will illuminate if a vehicle moves into a blind SYSTEMS spot zone. Blind Spot Monitoring The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar-based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect Highway licensable vehicles (auto- mobiles, trucks, motorcycles etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the...

  • Page 67: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw)

    General Information NOTE: Changing FCW Status FCW monitors the information from the forward The following regulatory statement applies to all The FCW feature has two settings and can be looking sensors as well as the Electronic Stability changed within the Uconnect System Screen: Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this ve- Control (ESC) system, to calculate the probability hicle:...

  • Page 68: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    More dynamic or aggressive drivers that want to 2. This device must accept any interference re- Refer to “Tires” in “Servicing And Maintenance” for ceived, including interference that may cause avoid frequent warnings may prefer this setting. information on how to properly inflate the vehicle’s undesired operation.
  • Page 69 NOTE: NOTE: CAUTION! When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire to be increased up to an additional 4 psi (30 kPa) • The TPMS has been optimized for the origi- care and maintenance or to provide warning of a above the recommended cold placard pressure in nal equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 70 Premium System Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Should this occur, you should stop as soon as pos- Warnings sible and inflate the tires with a low pressure condi- The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses tion (those shown in a different color in the instru- wireless technology with wheel rim mounted elec- ment cluster...
  • Page 71 If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will upon the next ignition key cycle, the “TPMS repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the Telltale Light” will remain on and a chime will system fault no longer exists, the TPM Telltale Light sound.

  • Page 72: Occupant Restraint Systems

    long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure To reactivate the TPMS, replace all four wheel and NOTE: warning limit in any of the four active road tires. tire assemblies (road tires) with tires equipped with Changes or modifications not expressly approved The vehicle may need to be driven for up to TPM sensors.

  • Page 73: Seat Belt Systems

    Here are some simple steps you can take to mini- 7. The driver and front passenger seats should be Seat Belt Systems moved back as far as practical to allow the front mize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, air bags room to inflate.
  • Page 74 Initial Indication The BeltAlert warning sequence may repeat based NOTE: on vehicle speed until the driver and occupied out- If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is board front seat passenger seat belts are buckled. outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with first in the START or ON/RUN position, a chime The driver should instruct all occupants to buckle...
  • Page 75 WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! • In a collision, you and your passengers can instructions to wear your seat belt safely and • A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong suffer much greater injuries if you are not to keep your passengers safe, too. buckle will not protect you properly.
  • Page 76 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low WARNING! across your hips, below your abdomen. To re- • A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a move slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the collision and leave you with no protection.
  • Page 77 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is latch plate, grasp and twist the seat belt webbing equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature 180 degrees to create a fold that begins imme- allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in diately above the latch plate.
  • Page 78 Seat Belt Extender Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdo- WARNING! men and across the strong bones of the hips. Place If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even Remove and store the Seat Belt Extender the shoulder belt across the chest and away from when the webbing is fully extended and the adjust- when not needed.
  • Page 79 Energy Management Feature In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The seat belt will still re- The front seat belt system is equipped with an tract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. Use Energy Management feature that may help further the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child re- reduce the risk of injury in the event of a collision.

  • Page 80: Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)

    3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt Supplemental Restraint Systems • Supplemental Knee Air Bags retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indi- (SRS) • Front and Side Impact Sensors cates the seat belt is now in the Automatic Lock- Some of the safety features described in this section •...
  • Page 81 The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illumi- NOTE: Redundant Air Bag Warning Light nate the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine re- malfunction is detected that could affect the air bag lated gauges are not working, the Occupant Re- If a fault with the Air Bag Warning Light is detected, system.
  • Page 82 Front Air Bags The first stage inflator is triggered immediately dur- WARNING! ing an impact that requires air bag deployment. A This vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder low energy output is used in less severe collisions. A belts for both the driver and front passenger. The •...
  • Page 83 Because air bag sensors measure vehicle decelera- WARNING! WARNING! tion over time, vehicle speed and damage by them- functional. The protective covers for the air selves are not good indicators of whether or not an • Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee bag cushions are designed to open only when air bag should have deployed.
  • Page 84 The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant The SAB moves at a very high speed and with such injury during certain side impacts, in addition to the a high force that it could injure occupants if they are injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the and body structure.
  • Page 85 properly, or if items are positioned in the area where Side Impacts WARNING! the SABICs inflate. Children are at an even greater The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain risk of injury from a deploying air bag. •...
  • Page 86 ployment is appropriate. In the event the vehicle • Supplemental Knee Air Bags WARNING! experiences a rollover or near rollover event, and • Front and Side Impact Sensors • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deployment of the Side Air Bags is appropriate, the •...
  • Page 87 • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke- NOTE: Your vehicle may also be designed to perform any like particles. The particles are a normal by- of these other functions in response to the En- • Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior product of the process that generates the non- hanced Accident Response System: trim, but they will open during air bag deployment.
  • Page 88 If there are no fuel leaks or damage to the vehicle that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s sys- WARNING! electrical devices (e.g. headlights) after an acci- tems performed. The EDR is designed to record vehicle body structure, or add aftermarket dent, reset the system by following the procedure data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems side steps or running boards.

  • Page 89: Child Restraints

    To read data recorded by an EDR, special equip- Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it WARNING! ment is required, and access to the vehicle or the has a label certifying that it meets all applicable EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufac- Safety Standards.
  • Page 90 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Children who are two years old or younger and Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Re- Infants and Toddlers who have not reached the height or weight limits straint, facing rearward in the rear seat of the vehicle of their child restraint...
  • Page 91 Older Children And Child Restraints Children Too Large For Booster Seats WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have out- Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder • Improper installation can lead to failure of an grown their rear-facing convertible child seat can belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough infant or child restraint.
  • Page 92 A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt WARNING! out of position. If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt vehicle, or use a booster seat to position the seat under an arm or behind their back.
  • Page 93 Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint LATCH Positions For Installing anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for (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 94 Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat child restraint) for using the LATCH anchorage system 65 lbs (29.5 kg) belt and tether anchor instead of the LATCH system once the...
  • Page 95 Locating The LATCH Anchorages Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages Forward-facing child restraints and some rear-facing child restraints will also be equipped with a tether The lower anchorages are round bars that are There are tether strap anchorages behind each strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to rear seating position located in the panel between found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to...
  • Page 96 To Install A LATCH-Compatible 4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child to the top tether anchorage. See the section restraint installation, instead of buckling it behind Child Restraint “Installing Child Restraints Using the Top Tether the child restraint, route the seat belt through the If the selected seating position has a Switchable...
  • Page 97 Installing Child Restraints Using The The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Re- Child Restraints In This Vehicle Vehicle Seat Belt tractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap por- Child restraint systems are designed to be secured tion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of...
  • Page 98 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 99 7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten Installing Child Restraints Using The 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 Top Tether Anchorage: you push the child restraint rearward and down- anchorage.

  • Page 100: 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 101: 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 102 Air Bag Warning Light Only use a floor mat that is securely attached using WARNING! the floor mat fasteners so it cannot slip out of The Air Bag warning light will turn on for four be properly attached and secured to your ve- position and interfere with the accelerator, brake or to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition hicle.

  • Page 103: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    Periodic Safety Checks You Should Door Latches WARNING! Make Outside The Vehicle Check for proper closing, latching, and locking. • If the vehicle carpet has been removed and Tires re-installed, always properly attach carpet to Fluid Leaks the floor and check the floor mat fasteners are Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven Check area under the vehicle after overnight park- secure to the vehicle carpet.
  • Page 105 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING THE ENGINE ..104 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL General Warnings ....119 (ACC) .....113 Normal Starting .

  • 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 ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — The conditions under which AutoPark will engage • Vehicle is not in PARK With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal are outlined on the following pages. • Vehicle Speed is 1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h) or less (In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position) •...

  • Page 108: Engine Break-In Recommendations - Dodge

    The MESSAGE “AutoPark Engaged Shift to P ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK that your ve- The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant hicle is in PARK by looking for the "P" in the instru- then Shift to Gear”will display in the instrument installed at the factory is high-quality and energy- ment cluster display and near the gear selector.

  • 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 — Sport Mode will provide improved throttle response and modified shifting for an enhanced driving ex- IF EQUIPPED perience, as well the greatest amount of steering feel. This mode may be activated and deactivated by pushing the Sport button on the instrument panel switch bank.

  • Page 114: To Activate

    NOTE: To Set A Desired Speed • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is re- In order to ensure proper operation, the Speed Turn the Speed Control on. When the vehicle has leased, then the new set speed will be established.

  • Page 115: To Accelerate For Passing

    • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may ADAPTIVE CRUISE will continue to decrease until the button is re- occur so it may be preferable to drive without Speed CONTROL (ACC ) leased, then the new set speed will be established.

  • Page 116: Activation

    If your vehicle is equipped with Adaptive Cruise If the system is set when the vehicle speed is below The driver's preferred units can be selected through 20 mph (32 km/h), the set speed shall be defaulted the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to Control, the controls operate exactly the same as to 20 mph (32 km/h).

  • Page 117: To Resume

    To Decrease Speed • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed that the system will release the brakes and that the brakes must be applied manually. An audible will continue to decrease in 10 km/h decrements While ACC is set, the set speed can be decreased chime will sound when the brakes are released.

  • Page 118: Deactivation

    Setting The Following Distance • To change between the different cruise control WARNING! modes, push the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) The specified following distance for ACC can be on/off button which turns the ACC and the Nor- The Resume function should only be used if set by varying the distance setting between four mal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control off.

  • Page 119: General Information

    General Information WARNING! WARNING! The following regulatory statement applies to all icy, snow-covered, slippery, or have steep up- • Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming ve- Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this ve- hill or downhill slopes. hicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped hicle: •...

  • Page 120: Parksense Front And Rear Park Assist

    PARKSENSE FRONT AND Uconnect System screen). As the vehicle moves Enabling And Disabling ParkSense closer to the object, the chime rate will change from REAR PARK ASSIST ParkSense can be enabled and disabled with the single 1/2 second tone (for rear only), to slow (for ParkSense switch, located on the switch panel be- rear only), to fast, to continuous.

  • Page 121: General Warnings

    General Warnings If the driver continues to unintentionally drift out of Turning LaneSense On Or Off the lane, the LaneSense system provides a visual If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR The default status of LaneSense is off. warning through the instrument cluster display to SENSORS"...

  • Page 122: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera

    PARKVIEW REAR exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the transmission is shifted CAUTION! into PARK, the vehicle's ignition is cycled to OFF, BACK UP CAMERA or by pressing the image defeat [X] button. • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should Your vehicle is equipped with the ParkView Rear only be used as a parking aid.

  • Page 123: Refueling The Vehicle

    REFUELING THE 2. Open the fuel filler door. NOTE: A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the VEHICLE NOTE: spare tire area) to open the flapper door to allow for In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the 1.

  • Page 124: 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 125: 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 127 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY IN CASE OF EMERGENCY HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS . . .126 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING . .134 MANUAL PARK RELEASE..142 Control..... .126 Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .

  • Page 128: 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. Control All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance,...

  • Page 129: Fuses

    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 130: General Information

    General Information Underhood Fuses CAUTION! The Front Power Distribution Center is located in The fuses protect electrical systems against exces- to do so may allow water to get into the power the engine compartment. This module contains sive current. distribution center and possibly result in an fuses and relays.
  • Page 131 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch – – Fuse – Spare – – Fuse – Spare – 20 Amp Yellow Left HID – If Equipped – 20 Amp Yellow Right HID – If Equipped 50 Amp Red –...

  • Page 132: Rear Interior Fuses

    Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Engine Controller / Rad Fan Relays (Charger/300) / Electric Power Steering Module (Charger/300) / 5-Speed TCM – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 10 Amp Red EPS (Challenger) / EHPS (Police) / AC Clutch Relay / Vacuum Pump Relay / Rad Fan Relays (Challenger) –...
  • Page 133 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow – Front PDC Feed #1 – – Fuse – Spare 60 Amp Yellow – Front PDC Feed #2 30 Amp Pink – Sunroof/Dome Lamp – Police 20 Amp Blue – Police 40 Amp Green –...
  • Page 134 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Cygnus Transmission Module (Charger/300) / Electronic Shift Module (Charger/ 300) – 25 Amp Clear Amplifier – If Equipped – 25 Amp Breaker Power Seats – If Equipped – 15 Amp Blue HVAC Module/Cluster –...
  • Page 135 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated / Vented Seats – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Heated Cupholders/Rear Heated Seat Switches – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red HVAC Module/In Vehicle Temperature Sensor – – Fuse –...

  • Page 136: Jacking And Tire Changing

    JACKING AND TIRE Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage 3. Rotate the fastener securing the spare tire coun- terclockwise to remove it. 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 137: 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 138: 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 139 6. Remove the lug nuts and tire. 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.

  • Page 140: 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 141: 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 142: 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 143: If Your Engine Overheats

    4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) IF YOUR ENGINE WARNING! jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post OVERHEATS of the discharged vehicle. You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. In any of the following situations, you can reduce 5.

  • Page 144: Manual Park Release

    MANUAL PARK RELEASE 3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish the To Reset The Manual Park Release: tether strap up through the opening in the con- 1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the sole base.

  • Page 145: Freeing Astuck Vehicle

    FREEING A WARNING! CAUTION! STUCK VEHICLE • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces fast may lead to transmission overheating and generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, failure.

  • Page 146: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Wheels OFF Towing Condition RWD MODELS AWD MODELS The Ground If transmission is operable: • Transmission in NEUTRAL Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED •...

  • Page 147: Rear-Wheel Drive (Rwd) Models

    Since the ignition MUST be in the ON/RUN mode • The automatic transmission must be in NEU- ENHANCED ACCIDENT TRAL. Refer to "Manual Park Release" in this to tow in this manner, AWD vehicles must be towed RESPONSE SYSTEM section for instructions on shifting the transmission with ALL FOUR wheels OFF the ground (e.g.
  • Page 149 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED SERVICING ..148 TIRES .....154 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM Maintenance Plan .

  • Page 150: Scheduled Servicing

    SCHEDULED SERVICING Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change Severe Duty All Models indicator message after completing the scheduled Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) or Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed 350 hours of engine run time if the vehicle is oper- change indicator system.

  • Page 151: Maintenance Plan

    Maintenance Plan At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Oil Change Indicator System: Required Maintenance Intervals: • Change oil and filter • Inspect engine cooling system protection and Refer to the maintenance schedules on the follow- hoses •...
  • Page 152 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs. ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change the transfer case fluid;...
  • Page 153 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 154: 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 155: L Engine

    5.7L 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 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 9 —...

  • Page 156: 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 157 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 158 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: • XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • LL = Light load tire or • C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load –...
  • Page 159 EXAMPLE: 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) • 01 means the year 2001 • Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured. Example: 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term...
  • Page 160 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 161 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 162 • For the following example, the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs (392 kg).

  • Page 163: 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 164 Tire Inflation Pressures minimum of three hours. The cold tire inflation pressure is very important. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading may be required for pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on high-speed vehicle operation.
  • Page 165 Tire Repair Run Flat Tires — If Equipped Tire Spinning If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, it meets the following criteria: 50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid do not spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph loss of inflation pressure.
  • Page 166 Tread Wear Indicators Life Of Tire Replacement Tires Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of tires to help you in determining when your tires factors including, but not limited to: many characteristics.

  • Page 167: Tire Types

    It is recommended you contact an authorized tire Summer Or Three Season Tires — WARNING! dealer or original equipment dealer with any ques- If Equipped ing and failure. You could lose control and tions you may have on tire specifications or capabil- Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry have a collision.

  • Page 168: Spare Tires - If Equipped

    Snow Tires Spare Tires — If Equipped Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped Some areas of the country require the use of snow For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead The compact spare is for temporary emergency use of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in “In tires during the Winter.
  • Page 169 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a replaced. Since it is not the same as your original WARNING! conventional tire on the collapsible spare wheel, equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original rary use spares have limited tread life. When the since the wheel is designed specifically for the col- equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the...

  • Page 170: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    NOTE: WARNING! CAUTION! If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. extended period after cleaning the wheels with Avoid products or automatic car washes that use Replace (or repair) the original equipment tire at wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives or the first opportunity and reinstall it on your ve-...

  • Page 171: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades

    DEPARTMENT OF Treadwear Traction Grades TRANSPORTATION The Treadwear grade is a comparative rat- The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, UNIFORM TIRE ing, based on the wear rate of the tire when are AA, A, B, and C. These grades repre- tested under controlled conditions on a sent the tire's ability to stop on wet pave- QUALITY GRADES...

  • Page 172: Temperature Grades

    Temperature Grades WARNING! The Temperature grades are A (the high- The temperature grade for this tire is est), B, and C, representing the tire's resis- established for a tire that is properly in- tance to the generation of heat and its abil- flated and not overloaded.
  • Page 173 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS IDENTIFICATION DATA ..172 FLEXIBLE FUEL MOPAR ACCESSORIES ..176 (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) ..173 Vehicle Identification Number.

  • Page 174: Identification Data

    IDENTIFICATION DATA The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is also WHEEL AND TIRE located on the right front strut tower inside the TORQUE Vehicle Identification Number engine compartment. SPECIFICATIONS The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to left front corner of the instrument panel.

  • Page 175: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only)

    Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mount- FLEXIBLE FUEL ing the tire and remove any corrosion or loose par- (3.6L ENGINE ONLY ) ticles. E-85 General Information Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each nut/bolt has been tightened twice. Ensure that the The information in this section is unique for Flexible socket is fully engaged on the lug nut/bolt (do not Fuel vehicles only.

  • Page 176: 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 177 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as Mopar, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix Ultra. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a Mopar Engine Oil Filter.

  • Page 178: 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 179 • Performance Suspension • Anti-Sway Bars • Big Breaks Kits • Performance Pad & Rotors For the full line of Authentic Chrysler Accessories NOTE: • Kicker is a registered trademark of Stillwater by Mopar, visit your local dealership or online at Designs and Audio, Inc.
  • Page 181 MULTIMEDIA MULTIMEDIA CYBERSECURITY ... . .181 Download The Uconnect App ..194 UCONNECT PHONE ..208 Renewing Subscriptions Uconnect Phone UCONNECT 4C/4C NAV...
  • Page 182 Radio..... . .216 SiriusXM Guardian (4C/4C NAV)— If Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped ..220 Equipped.

  • Page 183: 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 184: Uconnect 4C/4C Nav With 8.4-Inch Display

    UCONNECT 4C/4C NAV • Press “X” to save your settings and exit out of the CAUTION! Clock Setting screen. WITH 8.4-INCH DISPLAY Do NOT attach any object to the touchscreen, Background Themes Uconnect 4C/4C NAV At A Glance doing so can result in damage to the screen. •...

  • Page 185: Drag & Drop Menu Bar

    • Pressing the “Front,” “Rear,” “Left,” or “Right” but- Drag & Drop Menu Bar NOTE: tons on the touchscreen or press and drag the This feature is only available if the vehicle is in The Uconnect features and services in the main Speaker Icon to adjust the Balance/Fade.

  • Page 186: Radio

    Radio • Press and hold either arrow button on the touch- HD Radio — If Equipped screen for more than two seconds to bypass sta- • HD Radio (available on Uconnect 4C/4C NAV) tions without stopping. The radio will stop at the WARNING! operates similar to conventional radio except it next listenable station once the arrow button on...
  • Page 187 To use Android Auto follow these steps: Once Android Auto is up and running on your Uconnect system, the following features can be 1. Download the Android Auto app from the utilized using your smartphone’s data plan: Google Play store on your Android-powered smartphone.
  • Page 188 While using Android Auto, Google Maps provides NOTE: voice-guided: If you are using the built-in Uconnect navigation system, and you try and start a new route using • Navigation Android Auto, via voice or any other method, a • Live traffic information pop-up appears asking if you would like to switch •...
  • Page 189 Music NOTE: To see the metadata for the music playing through Android Auto allows you to access and stream your Android Auto, select the Uconnect System’s media favorite music with apps like Google Play Music, screen. iHeartRadio, and Spotify. Using your smartphone’s For further information refer to data plan, you can stream endless music on the https://support.google.com/androidauto.

  • Page 190: Apple Carplay Integration - If Equipped

    Apple CarPlay Integration — 2. Once the device is connected, the system dis- Once CarPlay is up and running on your Uconnect plays the CarPlay home screen. Apple CarPlay If Equipped system, the following features can be utilized using automatically launches, but if not, refer to the your iPhone’s data plan: Uconnect works seamlessly with Apple CarPlay, the Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supplement for the...
  • Page 191 Phone Music Maps With CarPlay, press and hold the VR button on the CarPlay allows you to access all your artists, play- To use your Apple Maps for navigation on your steering wheel to activate a Siri voice recognition lists, and music from iTunes. Using your iPhone’s Uconnect system, launch CarPlay, and push and session.
  • Page 192 • If you are using the built-in Uconnect navigation Apps system, and you try and start a new route using To use an app that is compatible with CarPlay, you CarPlay, via voice or any other method, a pop-up must have the compatible app already downloaded appears asking if you would like to switch from to your iPhone and you must also be signed in.

  • Page 193: Uconnect Settings

    UCONNECT SETTINGS • Press the “Controls” button located near the bot- tom of the touchscreen, then press the “Settings” The Uconnect system allows you to access Cus- button on the touchscreen to access the Settings tomer Programmable feature settings such as Dis- screen.

  • Page 194: Tips Controls And General Information

    TIPS CONTROLS Right Switch Anti-Theft Protection AND 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 195: Siriusxm Guardian - If Equipped

    SIRIUSXM GUARDIAN — • Remotely lock/unlock your doors and start your 2. The Uconnect “Apps ” button is located in vehicle from virtually anywhere, using the the center of the menu bar of the radio touch- IF EQUIPPED Uconnect App from your device. You can also do screen.

  • Page 196: Siriusxm Guardian Activation

    SiriusXM Guardian Activation For further information:. To use the Uconnect App: • U.S. residents visit: www.siriusxm.com/guardian • Search for and download the Uconnect App from To unlock the full potential of SiriusXM Guardian in the store on your compatible iPhone or Android your vehicle, you must activate your SiriusXM •...

  • Page 197: Renewing Subscriptions (Uconnect 4C/4C Nav With 8.4-Inch Display)

    Renewing Subscriptions (Uconnect Built-In Features WARNING! 4C/4C NAV With 8.4-inch Display) panel if a malfunction is detected in any part of WARNING! Subscriptions can be purchased online by logging the airbag system. If the Air Bag Warning Light is into your owner account. If you need help push the illuminated, the air bag system may not be work- ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the ASSIST button on the rearview mirror, then select...
  • Page 198 1. ASSIST Call (4C/4C NAV) — If Equipped — • Roadside Assistance Call — If you get a flat WARNING! The rearview mirror contains an ASSIST button, tire, or need a tow, you’ll be connected to • IF YOUR VEHICLE LOSES BATTERY allowing you to speak to a call center agent for someone who can help anytime.
  • Page 199 2. Emergency SOS Call (If Equipped) — The The Emergency services operator may, like stolen vehicle and work with law enforcement to rearview mirror contains a SOS Call button that, help recover it. Your vehicle must have an oper- any other emergency call, record conversa- when pressed, may place a call from your vehicle tions and sounds in and near your vehicle able network connection and must be registered...

  • Page 200: Siriusxm Guardian Remote Features

    d. From your portable device Wi-Fi settings SiriusXM Guardian Remote Features Remote Start (If Equipped) — This feature pro- menu, select the Hotspot Name from the vides the ability to start the engine on your vehicle, If you own a compatible iPhone or Android pow- list of available networks and enter the pro- without the keys and from virtually any distance.
  • Page 201 You can set-up notifications for your account to You can set-up notifications for your account to Vehicle Finder receive an email or text (SMS) message every time receive an email or text (SMS) message every time The Vehicle Finder feature of the Uconnect Mobile a command is sent.

  • Page 202: Aux/Usb/Mp3 Control

    To send a navigation route to your vehicle: AUX/USB/MP3 There are many ways to play music from MP3 play- ers or USB devices through your vehicle's sound 1. Press the “Location” tab on the Uconnect Mobile CONTROL system. Press your Media button on the touch- App bottom bar.
  • Page 203 USB Port NOTE: Bluetooth Streaming Audio When connecting your device for the first time, the • If equipped with Uconnect Voice Command, your • Connect your compatible device using a USB system may take several minutes to read your music, Bluetooth-equipped device may also be able to cable into the USB Port.
  • Page 204 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...

  • Page 205: Navigation - If Equipped

    The controls are accessed by pressing the desired NAVIGATION — Changing The Navigation Voice button on the touchscreen and choosing between Prompt Volume IF EQUIPPED AUX, USB, or Bluetooth. Changing The Navigation Voice Prompt Volume • The information in the section below is only appli- NOTE: 1.
  • Page 206 Uconnect 4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display Navigation 1 — Search For A Destination In All Categories 5 — Navigate To Saved Work Destination 2 — Find A Destination 6 — Navigation Settings 3 — View Map 7 — Emergency 4 — Navigate To Saved Home Destination 8 —...

  • Page 207: Finding Points Of Interest

    “Nav” button on the touchscreen, and in • Select a category and then a subcategory, if nec- say something like, "Find Address 800 Chrysler the “Where To” screen, press “Edit Where To” and essary.
  • Page 208 Uconnect 4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display Map 1 — Distance To Next Turn 5 — Your Location On The Map 2 — Next Turn Street 6 — Navigation Main Menu 3 — Estimated Time Of Arrival 7 — Current Street Location 4 —...

  • Page 209: Adding A Stop

    Adding A Stop SiriusXM Traffic Plus that work in conjunction with compatible navigation systems. SiriusXM Travel Link brings a wealth of (4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display) • To add a stop you must be navigating a route. useful information into your vehicle and right to Don't Drive Through Traffic.

  • Page 210: Uconnect Phone

    UCONNECT PHONE Uconnect Phone (Bluetooth Hands Free Calling) Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Phone Menu 1 — Currently Paired Mobile Phone 11 — Recent Call Log 2 — Mobile Phone Signal Strength 12 — Favorite Contacts 3 — Do Not Disturb 13 — Mute Microphone 4 —...

  • Page 211: Pairing (Wirelessly Connecting) Your Mobile Phone To The Uconnect System

    The Uconnect Phone feature enables you to place For Uconnect Customer Care: Start Pairing Procedure On The Radio and receive hands-free mobile phone calls. Drivers • U.S. residents visit UconnectPhone.com or call Uconnect 4C, 4C NAV: can also place mobile phone calls using their voice 1-877-855-8400.
  • Page 212 Pair Your iPhone: Complete The iPhone Pairing Procedure: range and will connect to the Uconnect system automatically when entering the vehicle. Only one mobile phone and/or one Bluetooth audio device can be connected to the Uconnect system at a time. If “No”...
  • Page 213 3. Select Connections. Complete The Android Pairing Procedure: Select The Android Mobile Phone's Priority Level 4. Turn Bluetooth setting to “On.” When the pairing process has successfully com- pleted, the system will prompt you to choose • Ensure the Bluetooth feature is enabled. whether or not this is your favorite mobile phone.

  • Page 214: Common Phone Commands (Examples)

    You are now ready to make hands-free calls. Press Phonebook • If you are listening to available voice command options, you do not have to listen to the entire list. the Uconnect “Phone” button on your steer- The Uconnect system will automatically sync your When you hear the command that you need, push ing wheel to begin.

  • Page 215: Using Do Not Disturb

    Using Do Not Disturb • Auto reply with text message is only available on 4. Turn “Show Notifications” to on. phones that supporting Bluetooth MAP. With Do Not Disturb, you can disable notifications Incoming Text Messages from incoming calls and texts, allowing you to keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.

  • Page 216: Helpful Tips And Common Questions To Improve Bluetooth Performance With Your Uconnect System

    4. Turn “Show Notifications” to on. Helpful Tips And Common Questions • Verify you are selecting “Uconnect” in the discov- ered Bluetooth devices on your mobile phone. To Improve Bluetooth Performance • A pop up will appear asking you to accept a request for permission to connect to your mes- With Your Uconnect System •...

  • Page 217: Uconnect Voice Recognition Quick Tips

    UCONNECT VOICE Helpful hints for using Voice Recognition: RECOGNITION 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile de- vice and feature compatibility and to find phone QUICK TIPS pairing instructions. Introducing Uconnect 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these impact recognition.

  • Page 218: Basic Voice Commands

    Basic Voice Commands TIP: At any time, if you are not sure of what to say • “Change source to USB” or want to learn a Voice Command, push the VR • “Play artist Beethoven”; “Play album Greatest The basic Voice Commands below can be given at button and say “Help.”...

  • Page 219: Voice Text Reply

    Push the Phone button . After the beep, say Voice Text Reply TIP: Your mobile phone must have the full imple- one of the following commands: mentation of the Message Access Profile (MAP) Uconnect announces incoming text messages. to take advantage of this feature. For details about •...

  • Page 220: Climate (4C/4C Nav)

    Push the VR button . After the beep, say one NOT work without an operable LTE (voice/ Chrysler Drive Auburn Hills, Michigan.” of the following commands: data) or 3G or 4G (data) network connection 2. Then follow the system prompts.

  • Page 221: Register (4C/4C Nav)

    SOS Call Register (4C/4C NAV) Your vehicle will also send you Vehicle Health Alerts when it detects issues with its key systems that need Theft Alarm Notification To unlock the full potential of SiriusXM Guardian in your attention. For further information, refer to your your vehicle, you must activate your SiriusXM Remote Door Lock/Unlock owner’s manual.

  • Page 222: Siriusxm Travel Link (4C Nav)

    To use the Uconnect Mobile App: SiriusXM Travel Link (4C NAV) Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, • Once you have registered your SiriusXM Guard- Siri lets you use your voice to send text messages, check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? ian services, download the Uconnect App to your select media, place phone calls and much more.

  • Page 223: Do Not Disturb

    Do Not Disturb While in Do Not Disturb, Conference Call can be Push and hold the VR button on the steering wheel, selected so you can still place a second call without or press and hold the “Microphone” icon within With Do Not Disturb, you can disable notifications being interrupted by incoming calls.

  • Page 224: Apple Carplay - If Equipped

    Apple CarPlay — If Equipped NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved Apple CarPlay allows you to use your voice to by the party responsible for compliance could void interact with Siri through your vehicle’s voice recog- the user’s authority to operate the equipment. nition system, and use your smartphone’s data plan to project your iPhone and a number of its apps Additional Information...
  • Page 225 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ..224 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS . . .226 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS . . .226 FCA US LLC Customer Center ..224 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.

  • Page 226: If You Need Assistance

    Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands vehicle the best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service. The manufac- Customer Service Chrysler International Services FCA US LLC Customer Center turer's authorized dealer have the facilities, factory- P.O.

  • Page 227: 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 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are...

  • Page 228: Reporting Safety Defects

    Washington, D.C. Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey United States customers may visit the Chrysler Con- tact Us page at www.chrysler.com scroll to the bot- If you believe that your vehicle has a defect Avenue, SE., West Building, Washington, tom of the page and select the “Contact Us” link, that could cause a crash or cause injury or D.C.
  • Page 229 INDEX Accessories ....176 Air Conditioning ....35 Air Conditioning Controls .
  • Page 230 Changing A Flat Tire ... .134, 154 Customer Programmable Features ..191 Engine....152, 153 Break-In Recommendations .
  • Page 231 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect) ..208 Jack Location ....134 Fuel Requirements ....173 Hazard Warning Flasher .
  • Page 232 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ..30 Maintenance Schedule ...148, 149 Oil Pressure Light ....56 Malfunction Indicator Light Onboard Diagnostic System .
  • Page 233 Pretensioners Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ..143 Child Restraint ....87 Seat Belts ....76 Extender .
  • Page 234 Shifting .....107 Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ..114 Tire And Loading Information Placard ..158 Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 235 Tire Safety Information ... . .154 Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Voice Command....212 With 8.4–inch Display ..182, 221 To Open Hood .
  • Page 236 This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Chrysler brand vehicle and to provide a convenient reference source 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 237 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 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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