Chrysler 2005 300 SRT8 - Warranty Information

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

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Table of Contents1
Introduction1
Introduction4
How to Use this Manual4
Vehicle Identification Number6
Warnings and Cautions6
Vehicle Modifications / Alterations7
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 911
A Word about Your Keys11
Ignition Key Removal11
12 Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle12
Key-In-Ignition Reminder12
Horn12
Sentry Key12
Replacement Keys13
Customer Key Programming14
General Information15
Illuminated Entry System15
Door Locks15
Manual Door Locks15
Power Door Locks16
Child Protection Door Lock18
Remote Keyless Entry19
To Unlock the Doors19
To Lock the Doors20
To Unlock the Trunk20
Using the Panic Alarm20
General Information20
Transmitter Battery Service21
Vehicle Theft Alarm - if Equipped22
Windows23
Power Windows23
Trunk Lock and Release26
Trunk Safety Warning27
Trunk Emergency Release27
Occupant Restraints28
Lap/Shoulder Belts29
Seat Belt Pretensioners33
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert)33
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women34
Seat Belt Extender34
Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag35
Engine Break-In Recommendations56
Safety Tips56
Exhaust Gas56
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle57
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle57
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle59
Mirrors63
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror63
Driver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer63
Tilt in Reverse Feature63
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature64
Outside Mirror - Driver's Side64
Outside Mirror - Passenger's Side64
Power Remote-Control Mirrors64
Heated Remote Control Mirrors65
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors65
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - if Equipped66
Operation67
Phone Call Features72
Uconnect™ System Features75
Advanced Phone Connectivity78
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ System80
Rear Park Assist System85
Seats87
Power Seats87
Power Reclining Seats88
Lumbar Support88
Heated Seats88
Memory Feature89
Programming the Remote Keyless Transmitter for the Memory Feature91
Driver's Seat Glide to Exit Feature91
Head Restraints92
Folding Rear Seat93
Adjustable Pedals94
To Open and Close the Hood95
Lights97
Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights97
Interior Lights97
Headlight Switch98
Multi-Function Lever99
Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights99
Automatic Headlights100
Headlamps on with Wipers100
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)100
Lights-On Reminder100
Headlight Time Delay100
Fog Lights101
Turn Signals101
Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch101
Flash to Pass101
Windshield Wipers and Washers102
Windshield Washers102
Rain Sensing Wipers103
Mist Feature103
Headlamps on with Wipers104
Windshield Wiper Operation104
Intermittent Wiper System104
Adding Washer Fluid104
Headlight Washers105
Adding Washer Fluid106
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column106
Traction Control System (TCS)107
Brake Assist System (BAS)108
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)109
Synchronizing ESP111
Electronic Speed Control111
To Activate112
To Set at a Desired Speed112
To Deactivate112
To Resume Speed112
To Vary the Speed Setting112
To Accelerate for Passing113
Overhead Console114
Courtesy/Reading Lights114
Sunglasses Storage114
Garage Door Opener115
Programming Homelink115
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming118
Using Homelink119
Erasing Homelink Buttons119
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button119
Security119
Power Sunroof - if Equipped120
Opening Sunroof - Express121
Closing Sunroof - Express121
Pinch Protect Feature121
Pinch Protect Override122
Venting Sunroof - Express122
Sunshade Operation122
Wind Buffeting122
Sunroof Maintenance122
Ignition off Operation122
Sunroof Fully Closed123
Electrical Power Outlets123
Electrical Outlet Use with Engine off124
Cupholders125
Front Seat Cupholders125
Rear Seat Cupholders125
Storage126
Console Features126
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks126
132 Understanding Your Instrument Panel132
Instruments and Controls132
Premium Instrument Cluster133
Instrument Cluster Descriptions134
Understanding Your Instrument Panel 129136
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)140
Trip Functions142
Compass Display143
Telephone - if Equipped145
Navigation - if Equipped146
System Warnings (Customer Information Features)147
Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)147
Setting the Analog Clock151
Sales Code RAK - Am/Fm/Cassette/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, Video, MP3, and WMA Capabilities151
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode151
Operating Instructions - Tape Player155
Seek Button155
Fast Forward (FF)155
Rewind (RW)155
Tape Eject156
Scan Button156
Changing Tape Direction156
Metal Tape Selection156
Pinch Roller Release156
Noise Reduction156
Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)156
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)157
Notes on Playing MP3 Files159
Operation Instructions161
And WMA Audio Play)161
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA Play)161
Satellite Radio - if Equipped163
System Activation163
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)163
Selecting Satellite Mode in REF and RAK Radio164
Selecting a Channel164
Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels165
Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if Equipped)165
PTY Button Scan165
PTY Button Seek165
Satellite Antenna165
Reception Quality165
Navigation System (Sales Code REC) - if Equipped166
Remote Sound System Controls166
Radio Operation167
Tape Player167
CD Player168
Satellite168
Radio General Information168
Radio Broadcast Signals168
Two Types of Signals168
Electrical Disturbances169
AM Reception169
FM Reception169
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance169
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance170
Radio Operation and Cellular Phones171
Climate Controls171
Automatic Temperature Control171
Summer Operation176
Winter Operation177
Vacation Storage177
Window Fogging177
Outside Air Intake177
A/C Air Filter - if Equipped177
Operating Tips178
Starting and Operating179
Starting Procedures181
Normal Starting181
Transmission Shifting183
Speed Automatic Transmission183
Automatic Transmission - General Information188
Autostick190
Autostick Operation190
Autostick General Information191
Parking Brake191
Brake System193
Anti-Lock Brake System193
Power Steering196
Tire Safety Information197
Tire Markings197
Tire Identification Number (TIN)200
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure201
Tires-General Information205
Tire Pressure205
Tire Inflation Pressures206
Radial-Ply Tires208
Tire Spinning208
Tread Wear Indicators209
Replacement Tires209
Alignment and Balance210
Tire Chains211
Snow Tires212
Tire Rotation Recommendations212
Tire Rotation - Standard Tires213
Tire Rotation - All Season Tires213
Tire Rotation - General Information213
Ground Clearance214
Fuel Requirements214
Spark Knock214
Reformulated Gasoline215
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends215
MMT in Gasoline215
Materials Added to Fuel216
Fuel System Cautions216
Carbon Monoxide Warnings217
Adding Fuel218
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)218
Vehicle Loading219
Vehicle Certification Label219
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)220
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)220
Overloading220
Loading220
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)222
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle222
Ground)222
224 What to Do in Emergencies224
Hazard Warning Flasher224
If Your Engine Overheats225
TIREFIT Tire Repair226
Jump-Starting Procedures if Battery Is Low229
Driving on Slippery Surfaces231
Acceleration231
Traction232
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle232
Towing a Disabled Vehicle233
With Ignition Key233
Without the Ignition Key234
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing with All Four Wheels on the Ground)234
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle with a Tow Dolley234
Maintaining Your Vehicle 237237
6.1L Engine237
Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II238
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs239
Replacement Parts240
Dealer Service240
Maintenance Procedures241
Engine Oil241
Maintenance Schedules242
Engine Oil Filter243
Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tensioner244
Spark Plugs244
Engine Air Cleaner Filter244
Fuel Filter245
Catalytic Converter245
Maintenance-Free Battery247
Air Conditioner Maintenance248
A/C Air Filter - if Equipped249
Power Steering - Fluid Check249
Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints250
Steering Linkage250
Body Lubrication250
Windshield Wiper Blades250
Windshield Washers/Headlight Washers251
Exhaust System251
Cooling System252
Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses256
Brakes257
Brake Fluid Level Check258
Fuel System Hoses259
Automatic Transmission259
Front and Rear Wheel Bearings260
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion260
Cleaning the Center Console Cup Holders264
Power Distribution Centers264
Front Power Distribution Center264
Rear Power Distribution Center266
Vehicle Storage268
Replacement Light Bulbs269
Bulb Replacement270
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and Park/Turn Lamp270
Tail/Stop, Tail, Turn Signal Lamp, and Backup Lamp272
License Lamp274
Fluids and Capacities275
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts276
Engine276
Chassis276
Emission Control System Maintenance278
Maintenance Schedules278
Schedule "B281
Schedule "A288
If You Need Consumer Assistance293
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle294
Prepare for the Appointment294
Prepare a List294
Be Reasonable with Requests294
If You Need Assistance294
Warranty Information297
Mopar Parts299
Reporting Safety Defects299
In Canada299
Publication Order Forms299
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades301
Treadwear301
Traction Grades301
Temperature Grades302

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