2023 Chrysler 300 Owners Manual - Exterior Lights

Exterior Lights

The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, interior lights and fog lights (if equipped).

Headlight Switch

Headlight Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

Note:

Vehicles sold in Canada are equipped with a headlight switch with an AUTO and ON detent but without an OFF detent. Headlights will be deactivated when the headlight switch is placed in the parking lights position. However, the Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will be activated along with the front and rear marker lights. The DRLs may be deactivated when the parking brake is engaged.

To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is on, the parking lights, taillights, license plate light and instrument panel lights are also turned on. To turn off the headlights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O (off) position.

For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight switch clockwise from the parking lights and instrument panel lights position to the AUTO position for automatic headlights. Rotate to the second detent to turn on headlights, parking lights, and instrument panel lights operation.

MULTIFUNCTION LEVER

The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column.

Multifunction Lever

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS)

The Daytime Running Lights will turn on when the engine is started and will remain on unless the headlights are turned to the on position, the parking brake is applied, or the ignition is placed in the OFF position.

Note:

• For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime Running Lights will automatically deactivate when the front fog lights are turned on.

• If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was purchased, the Daytime Running Lights can be turned on and off using the Uconnect system "⇨UCONNECT SETTINGS".

• On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights may deactivate or reduce intensity on one side of the vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on that side), or on both sides of the vehicle (when the hazard warning lights are activated).

HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH

Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel to switch the headlights to high beams. Pulling the multifunction lever back will turn the low beams on.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM — IF EQUIPPED

The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system provides increased forward lighting at night by automating high beam control through the use of a digital camera mounted on the inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle specific light and automatically switches from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.

Note:

• The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be turned on or off by selecting or deselecting “Auto High Beam” within Uconnect Settings "⇨UCONNECT SETTINGS", as well as turning the headlight switch to the AUTO position.

• Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens will cause the system to function improperly.

• If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed to ensure proper performance. See a local authorized dealer.

FLASH-TO-PASS

You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on, and remain on, until the lever is released.

AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS

This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the AUTO position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay feature is also on. This means the headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds after placing the ignition in the OFF position. The headlight time delay can be programmed 0/30/60/90 seconds within Uconnect Settings "⇨UCONNECT SETTINGS".

To turn the automatic system off, move the headlight switch out of the AUTO position.

Note:

The engine must be running before the headlights will come on in the automatic mode.

PARKING LIGHTS

To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O (off) position.

Note:

Vehicles sold in Canada are equipped with a headlight switch with an AUTO and ON detent but without an OFF detent. Headlights will be deactivated when the headlight switch is placed in the parking lights position. However, the Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will be activated along with the front and rear marker lights. The DRLs may be deactivated when the parking brake is engaged.

HEADLIGHTS ON WITH WIPERS

If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights, it also has this customer-programmable feature. When your headlights are in the automatic mode and the engine is running, they will automatically turn on when the wiper system is on. This feature is programmable through the Uconnect system "⇨UCONNECT SETTINGS".

Note:

When your headlights come on during the daytime, the instrument panel lights will automatically dim to the lower nighttime intensity.

ADAPTIVE BI-XENON HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE HEADLIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED

This system automatically swivels the headlight beam pattern horizontally to provide increased illumination in the direction the vehicle is being steered.

Note:

• Each time the Adaptive Headlight system is turned on, the headlights will initialize by performing a brief sequence of rotations.

• The Adaptive Headlight system is active only when the vehicle is moving forward.

The Adaptive Headlight system can be turned on or off using the Uconnect system "⇨UCONNECT SETTINGS".

HEADLIGHT TIME DELAY

To assist when exiting the vehicle, the headlight delay feature will leave the headlights on for up to 90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is placed in the OFF position while the headlight switch is on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off within 45 seconds. Headlight delay can be canceled by either turning the headlight switch on then off, or by placing the ignition in the ON position.

Note:

• This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect system "⇨UCONNECT SETTINGS".

• If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will turn off in the normal manner.

LIGHTS-ON REMINDER

If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is placed in the OFF position, a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver's door is opened.

FOG LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED

The front fog light switch is built into the headlight switch.

Fog Light Switch

Fog Light Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and push the headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, either push the headlight switch a second time or turn off the headlight switch.

Note:

The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on. However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.

TURN SIGNALS

Move the multifunction lever up or down to activate the turn signals. The arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation.

Note:

• If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.

• A “Turn Signal On” message will appear in the instrument cluster display and a continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.

LANE CHANGE ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED

Lightly push the multifunction lever up or down, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal will flash three times then automatically turn off.

AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHT LEVELING — IF EQUIPPED

This feature prevents the headlights from interfering with the vision of oncoming drivers. Headlight leveling automatically adjusts the height of the headlight beam in reaction to changes in vehicle pitch.