Chrysler 2004 Sebring Sedan User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

1INTRODUCTION .............................................................3

2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...........................9

3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................51

4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................79

5STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................129

6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES .............................................171

7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................................185

8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ................................................231

9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE .......................................251

10 INDEX ...................................................................261

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

mIntroduction

...........................4

mHow To Use This Manual

.................4

mWarnings And Cautions

..................6

mVehicle Identification Number

..............6

▫Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV)

For 2.4L — If Equipped ..................7

mVehicle Modifications / Alterations

..........7

INTRODUCTION

This manual has been prepared with the assistance of

service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with

the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is

supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and

various customer oriented documents. You are urged to

read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-

tions and recommendations in this manual will help

assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE:

After you read the manual, it should be stored

in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with

the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be

aware of all safety warnings.

When it comes to service, remember that your manufac-

turer’s dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-

trained technicians and genuine Mopartparts, and is

interested in your satisfaction.

WARNING!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain

vehicle components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,

certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-

ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the table of contents to determine which section

contains the information you desire.

The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a

complete listing of all subjects.

Consult the following table for a description of the

symbols that may be used throughout this owner’s

manual:

4 INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION 5

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This manual contains WARNINGS against operating

procedures which could result in an accident or bodily

injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures

which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do

not read this entire manual you may miss important

information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on a stamped

plate on the left front corner on the body of the vehicle,

visible through the windshield. This number also ap-

pears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label

affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this label as a

convenient record of your vehicle identification number

and optional equipment.

6 INTRODUCTION

Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) for 2.4L — If

Equipped

NOTE:

If the 8th digit of the vehicle identification

number (VIN) contains a 9J9then your vehicle is

equipped with the Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV)

package.

NOTE:

There are specific instructions regarding when

to change the ignition cables and spark plugs with the

PZEV package. Please refer to the Maintenance Sched-

ules section in your owner’s manual for specific mainte-

nance instructions.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle

could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety

and may lead to an accident resulting in serious

injury or death.

INTRODUCTION 7

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

mA Word About Your Keys

.................11

▫Ignition Key Removal ...................11

▫Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System . .12

▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................12

mSentry Key — If Equipped

................12

▫Replacement Keys ......................13

▫Customer Key Programming ..............14

▫General Information ....................14

mIlluminated Entry System

.................14

mDoor Locks

...........................15

▫Power Door Locks .....................15

▫Central Locking — If Equipped ............16

▫Door Ajar Warning .....................16

▫Automatic (Rolling) Door Locks ............16

▫Automatic Unlock On Exit — Only Available If

Automatic Door Locks Are Enabled .........17

▫“Child Protection” Door Lock System

(Rear Doors) ..........................18

mRemote Keyless Entry — If Equipped

........19

▫To Unlock The Doors ...................19

▫To Lock The Doors .....................19

▫To Unlock The Trunk ....................20

▫Panic Alarm ..........................20

▫To Use The Panic Alarm .................20

▫To Program Additional Transmitters .........20

▫General Information ....................21

▫Transmitter Battery Service ...............21

mVehicle Theft Alarm

.....................22

▫Tamper Alert .........................22

▫Security System Manual Override ...........23

mTrunk Lock And Release

..................23

mTrunk Safety Warning

....................23

▫Trunk Internal Emergency Release ..........24

mPower Windows

........................24

▫Wind Buffeting ........................25

mOccupant Restraints

.....................25

▫Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................26

▫Pretensioners .........................30

▫Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System

(BeltAlert) ...........................30

▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............31

▫Seat Belt Extender ......................31

▫Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag ............32

mEngine Break-In Recommendations

..........47

mSafety Tips

............................48

▫Exhaust Gas ..........................48

▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The

Vehicle ..............................48

▫Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make

Outside The Vehicle ....................49

10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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