2012 Chrysler 300 S Owners Manual

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Instrument Cluster

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Indicators .

Instrument Cluster Warning Lights . Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) Introduction .

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. 2

iPod®/USB/MP3 Control

Bluetooth Streaming Audio .

Jack Location . Jack Operation Jacking Instructions Jump Starting .

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. 47

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. 74

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Key Fob . Keyless Enter-N-Go

Lock/Unlock . Starting/Stopping .

Lane Change Assist LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) Lights

Turn Signal Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)

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Maintenance Record . Maintenance Schedule . Memory Seat Mirrors

Heated .

MOPAR® Accessories

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Navigation . Navigation Voice Commands New Vehicle Break-In Period .

Oil Change Indicator Oil, Engine Capacity

Outlet

Power

Overheating, Engine

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INDEX

Phone (Pairing) Phone (Uconnect) . Placard, Tire and Loading Information . Power

Glass Sunroof Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) Seats Steering . Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .

Preparation for Jacking Programmable Electronic Features

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. 99

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. 87
. 21
. 70
. 54,61

Radio Operation . Rain Sensitive Wiper System . Rear Heated Seats Rear Seat, Folding . Recreational Towing . Remote Starting System . Replacement Bulbs . Reporting Safety Defects . Restraints, Child .

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. 18
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. 8
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Seat Belts Seats .

Adjustment Heated . Lumbar Support . Memory . Power Rear Folding Setting the Clock Shift Lever Override . Signals, Turn . SIRIUS Travel Link . SmartBeams . Spare Tire . Spark Plugs Speed Control (Cruise Control) Starting

Remote

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Steering

Tilt Column .

Store Radio Presets Sun Roof . Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag .

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. 33
. 13

Panic Alarm . Pedals, Adjustable .

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. 20

Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant

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Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) Theft System Arming Theft System Disarming . Tilt Steering Column Tires

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. 11
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Transmission

Automatic . Fluid

Turn Signals

Air Pressure . Changing Flat Changing Jacking . Pressure Warning Light Spare Tire .

24-Hour Towing Assistance . Disabled Vehicle Recreational

Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Trailer Towing

Towing .

Trailer and Tongue Weight

Trailer Weight

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. 69,71
. 69
. 70,71
. 64
. 69
. 58
. 64
. 78
. 59
. 59

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. 58

Uconnect™ Phone . Uconnect™ Voice Command . USB Port

Voice Commands

Navigation

Washers, Windshield . Wheel and Wheel Trim Care . Wind Buffeting Windshield Washers Windshield Wipers .

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. 23

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. 51
. 46

. 51
. 52

. 23
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. 33
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FAQ (How To?)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GETTING STARTED

• How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 14
• How do I program my Front Seat Memory? pg. 16

ELECTRONICS

• How do I know which radio I have? pg. 36
• How do I select the AUX music source? pg. 46
• How do I set the clock on my radio? pg. 37
• How do I use the Navigation feature? pg. 41
• How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth® with the UConnect™ Hands-Free Voice

Activation System? pg. 47

• How do I hear the audio from my iPod® through the USB port using the radio? pg. 46
• How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)? pg. 54

UTILITY

• How do I know how much I can tow with my Chrysler 300? pg. 58

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 64
• How do I change a flat tire? pg. 69
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 74
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 95
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 87
• How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 90
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 99

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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. Chrysler group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.

I M P o R T A N T: This user guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24- Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the u.S.) or roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful. replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Copyright 2011 Chrysler group LLC

This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Chrysler 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/Media Center Manuals, Multimedia user Manual and other Warning Labels in your vehicle. Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, visit mopar.com or your local Chrysler dealer.

D R I v I N g A N D A l c o h o l : Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.

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Includes SRT8Download a FREE Vehicle Information App by visiting your application store, Keyword (Chrysler), or scanning the Microsoft Tag.To put Microsoft Tags to work for you, use your mobile phone’s browser or App store to download a Microsoft Tag reader, like the free one at www.gettag.mobi.Then follow the directions to scan the code.Download a FREE electronic copy of the Owner’s Manual or Warranty Booklet by visiting the For Owners tab at:www.chrysler.com (U.S.) or www.chrysler.ca (Canada).U.S. only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. Chrysler group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.

I M P o R T A N T: This user guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24- Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the u.S.) or roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful. replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Copyright 2011 Chrysler group LLC

This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Chrysler 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/Media Center Manuals, Multimedia user Manual and other Warning Labels in your vehicle. Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, visit mopar.com or your local Chrysler dealer.

D R I v I N g A N D A l c o h o l : Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.

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If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-247-9753 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer.Driving after drinking can lead to a collision. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.TABLE OF CONTENTS

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UTILITY Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . SRT8
AutoStick® . Performance Features . WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-Hour Towing Assistance . Instrument Cluster Warning Lights . If Your Engine Overheats . Jacking And Tire Changing . Battery Location . Jump-Starting . Shift Lever Override . Towing A Disabled Vehicle Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . Event Data Recorder (EDR) . MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . 81
Opening The Hood . .82
Fuel Door Release . .84
Engine Compartment . .87
Fluids And Capacities . .90
Maintenance Chart . .95
Fuses . .99
Tire Pressures . Wheel And Wheel Trim Care . .99
Exterior Bulbs . . 100
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center . Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center Assistance For The Hearing Impaired . Publications Ordering . Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. MOPAR ACCESSORIES Authentic Accessories By MOPAR® . INDEX . FAQ (How To?) Frequently Asked Questions .

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