Chrysler 2011 300 SRT - User Guide User Manual

This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Chrysler and to provide a convenient reference source for common questio

KEY FOBLocking And Unlocking The Doors• Press the LOCK button once to lock all thedoors. Press the UNLOCK button once tounlock the driver’s door only

• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the ignition is cycledto the ON/RUN position.• The vehicle must be cycle

• If a Key Fob is detected in the vehicle when locking the vehicle using the power door lock switch,the doors and trunk will unlock and the horn will

Starting With The Ignition Switch In The OFF Position:• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to change the ignition switch to the ACCposition.• Pre

• A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect thebelt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays

WARNING! (Continued)• Being too close to the Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain and/orSeat-Mounted Side Airbag during deployment could cause

• Loosen the child seat adjusters on the lowerstraps and tether straps so that you canattach the hook or connector to the lowerand tether anchorages m

WARNING!• In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside thevehicle. The force required to hold even an infan

Memory Seats• The memory seat feature allows you to savetwo different driver seating positions, driver'soutside mirror, adjustable brake andaccel

CAUTION!DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may causedamage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become l

Driving anD alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcoh

HEATED SEATSFront Heated Seats• The heated seats are operated using the Uconnect Touch™ System.• Press the Controls soft-key located on theUconnect To

HEATED AND COOLED CUPHOLDERS• Your vehicle may be equipped with heatedand cooled cupholders. The cupholders aredesigned to help keep warm beverages wa

TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMNManual - Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column• The tilt/telescoping control handle is located below the steering wheel at

TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM LEVERTurn Signal/Lane Change Assist• Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash t

HEADLIGHT SWITCHAutomatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights• Rotate the headlight switch, located on theinstrument panel to the left of the steerin

SPEED CONTROL• The speed control switches are located onthe steering wheel.Cruise ON/OFF• Push the ON/OFF button to activate theSpeed Control.• CRUISE

Distance Setting (ACC Only)• To set or change the distance setting, press the Distance button and release. Each time thebutton is pressed, the distanc

WARNING! (Continued)The ACC system:• Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, and stationary objects (i.e., a stoppedvehicle in a traffic jam

CLIMATE CONTROLSUconnect Touch™ 8.4 Automatic Climate ControlsOPERATING YOUR VEHICLE26

Climate Control Knobs• For your convenience the climate controls can be operated by using the soft-keys located onthe touch screen or the climate cont

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Chrysler Group LLC ...2CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit ...4Instrument Cluster ...6GETTI

POWER SUNROOFManual Open/Close• Press and hold the switch rearward to open or forward to close the sunroof. Any release of theswitch will stop the mov

WIND BUFFETING• Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs withthe rear windows open, adjust the front

YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEMELECTRONICS30

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IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIOUconnect Touch™ 8.4 & 8.4N• Models 8.4 and 8.4N have an 8.4” touchscreen.• Model 8.4N has all Model 8.4 features, plusGarmin

Setting the Time• Model 8.4N synchronizes time automatically via GPS, so should not require any timeadjustment. If you do need to set the time manuall

RADIO• To access the Radio mode, touch the Radio soft-key at the lower left of the screen.• Unless otherwise noted, the information provided on the op

SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO• SIRIUS® Satellite Radio gives you over 130 channels, including 100% commercial-free musicfrom nearly every genre, plus all you

Browse• Lets you browse the SIRIUS channel listing, Favorites, Genres, Game Zone, and Weatherchannels. Jump setting, and also provides the SIRIUS chan

PLAYER• Select Player source by pressing the Playersoft-key to enter the Player main screen, thentouch the source soft-key and choosebetween Disc, AUX

WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLCCongratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it representsprecision workmanship, d

Main Navigation MenuAcquiring Satellites• The GPS Satellite strength bars indicate the strength of your satellite reception.• Acquiring satellite sign

Searching Near Another Location• From the main Navigation menu, touch Where To?, then touch a destination and then touchNear.• Select an option from t

Taking a Detour• To take a detour you must be navigating a route• Touch DetourNOTE: If the route you are currently taking is the only reasonable optio

SIRIUS TRAVEL LINK (8.4N ONLY)• SIRIUS Travel Link brings a wealth of useful information into your vehicle and right to yourfingertips.• To access Tra

PLAYING iPod/USB/MP3 DEVICES• There are many ways to play music from iPod®/MP3 players or USB devices through yourvehicle's sound system.1. Audio

NOTE:• When connecting your iPod® device for the first time, the system may take several minutes to readyour music, depending on the number of files.

Pairing a Phone• To use the Uconnect™ Phone feature, you must first pair your bluetooth phone with theUconnect™ system.Start pairing procedure on the

Phone Menu ScreenMaking A Phone Call• Press the Uconnect™ Phone button .• (After the BEEP), say “dial” (or “call” to a name).• (After the BEEP), say n

Common Phone CommandsCommon Phone Commands (Examples)“Call John Smith”“Call John Smith mobile”“Dial 1 248 555 1212”“Call Emergency”“Call Towing Assist

WARNING!• Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions followinglocal laws and phone use. All attention should be kept on

Vehicles Sold In CanadaWith respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to bedeleted and the name Chrysler Can

Common Voice Commands (Examples)Switch Modes “AM”“FM”“Satellite”Radio (FM, AM) “95.5”“95.5 FM”SIRIUS Satellite Radio “39”“Tune to Satellite channel 39

Compass Calibration• This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. Whenthe vehicle is new, the compass may

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink®)Programming HomeLink®Begin Programming• The HomeLink® buttons are located in theoverhead console.• Erase all c

Programming A Rolling Code System• At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “programming” button.This can usually be fou

POWER OUTLET• There are three 12 Volt electrical outlets onthis vehicle.• The outlet in the front console has poweravailable only when the ignition is

TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note)3.6L Au

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.)Two-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive• Recreational towing (with all four wheelson the ground, or using a tow

24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE• Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents.• Provide your name, vehicle identification number a

• Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when thesystem is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction ind

WARNING!Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system mayhave failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle.

DRIVER COCKPITCONTROLS AT A GLANCE04

- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.• If a problem is det

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS• In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking theappropriate action.• On the hi

JACKING, TIRE CHANGINGJack/Spare Tire LocationPreparations For Jacking• Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.• Set the parking b

Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions• Remove the spare tire, jack and lug wrench.• If equipped with steel wheels, do not remove the wheel cover at t

WARNING!• Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull farenough off the road to avoid the danger of being

• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF.• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary ele

WARNING!• When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery mayfreeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the batt

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEModelFlat Towing (all four wheelson the ground)Flatbed Towing (all fourwheels suspended OFF theground)Front Wheels Raised, Re

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE• If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion.Turn your steering wheel right

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)• This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is torecord, in certain crash or nea

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OPENING THE HOOD• Pull the hood release lever located on theinstrument panel, below the headlight switch.• Raise the hood and locate the safety catchl

ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.6L EngineMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE69

5.7L EngineMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE70

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part CapacitiesEngine Coolant 3.6L MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant FiveYear/100,000 Mile Formula

Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part CapacitiesAxle Rear API GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricantor equivalent.—Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR

MAINTENANCE CHARTMiles:8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54

Miles:8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78Or Kil

Maintenance RecordOdometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center8,000 Miles(13,000 km)or 6 Months16,000 Miles(26,000 km)or 12 Months24,000 Miles(3

FUSESIntegrated Power Module• The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment on the right handside near the Washer Fluid Res

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description35 — 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain #236 — 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake Module37 — 10 Amp Red Engine Controller/Rad

INSTRUMENT CLUSTERWarning Lights- Low Fuel Warning Light- Charging System Light**- Oil Pressure Warning Light- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**- Airbag W

Fuses – Rear Power Distribution Center• There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel.This center c

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description2 60 Amp Yellow — Front PDC Feed #14 60 Amp Yellow — Front PDC Feed #25 30 Amp Pink — Sunroof6 40 Amp Green

TIRE PRESSURES• Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate tothe recommended pressure for your

EXTERIOR BULBSLIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb NumberLow Beam/High Beam (Bi-Halogen Headlamp) HIR2LLLow Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon Headlamp) D3S (Serviced at

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE50 UNITED STATES ANDWASHINGTON, D.C.• If you believe that your vehicle has adefect that could cause a collision or caus

AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®• The following highlights just some of the many Authentic Chrysler Accessories by Moparfeaturing a fit, finish, and fu

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (CruiseControl) ...23Adjustable Pedals ...19Airbag ...12Alarm, Panic ...

Maintenance Record ...75Maintenance Schedule ...73MemorySeat ...16MOPAR® Accessories ...84Navigation ...

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Indicators- Turn Signal Indicators- High Beam Indicator- Front Fog Light Indicator- Vehicle Security Indicator*- Electronic Speed Control Indicator- A

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Driving anD alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcoh

This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Chrysler and to provide a convenient reference source for common questio