Additional Safety Features

A Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system, which monitors the pressure inside each tire and alerts the driver to improper tire pressure conditions, is standard on the 2006 Chrysler 300 Touring model and on Chrysler 300s with the Limited package. The basic system uses an amber ISO symbol, which indicate when one or more tires are underinflated. A premium TPM system is available on the Chrysler 300C, which displays all four tire pressures and warnings in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center display in the instrument panel.

A front-seat seat belt alert, which chimes to remind occupants to buckle up, and a speed control instrument panel indicator light also are featured on all 2006 Chrysler 300 vehicles.



Rear-Wheel-Drive Technology

Chrysler 300 customers embraced the return to rear-wheel drive in 2005. Technologies such as Electronic Stability Program (ESP), All-speed Traction Control System (TCS) and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) helped control Chrysler 300 cars in ways that were transparent to the driver, yet provided exceptional ride and handling characteristics. The 2006 Chrysler 300 Touring, the Chrylser 300 with the Limited package and the Chrysler 300C continue to feature these technologies.

"Chrysler's rear-wheel-drive architecture transfers HEMI power to the pavement, while the ESP, traction control and ABS offer safe control of the vehicle," said Craig Love, Vice-President - Rear-wheel-drive Platform Team, Chrysler Group. "The five-link independent suspension delivers excellent handling and responsiveness to provide an incredible smooth ride."

• ESP enhances driver control and helps maintain directional stability, including uneven surface conditions and patchy snow, ice or gravel. If there's a discernible difference between what the driver indicates through the steering and the vehicle's path, ESP applies selective braking and throttle control to put the car back onto the driver's intended path. The system is calibrated for improved control of the vehicle under a variety of conditions and operates in a manner that is not intrusive under normal driving
   

• ESP also offers Brake Assist, which detects when maximum braking is required by sensing the rate of brake application. By applying full brake pressure to all four brakes, this system improves stopping distance
   

• All-speed TCS enhances mobility and prevents wheel slip when accelerating on slippery surfaces. It also provides a measure of directional stability control - an advancement beyond prior traction control systems
   

• ABS keeps the vehicle straight, while retaining steering capability when braking on slippery surfaces by preventing wheel lock-up

All-Wheel-Drive System Provides Best In Passenger Car Four-Season Traction

The 2006 Chrysler 300 Touring and 300C also are available as all-wheel-drive models to provide excellent cornering balance under all driving conditions and improved traction in snow and wet-weather conditions. By driving continuously through all four wheels, the all-wheel-drive system, combined with standard ESP, All-speed TCS and ABS, adds outstanding performance and stability under all traction conditions. A Limited package also is available on the 300 Touring AWD model.

"While chassis electronics and advanced tire technology help control the 2006 Chrysler 300 rear-wheel-drive models, some customers may opt for the all-wheel-drive choice," said Love. "We are able to offer what the customer wants in each case."


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