Chrysler Sebring Convertible User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

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

2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...........................7

3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................45

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

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

6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES .............................................173

7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................................187

8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ................................................235

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

10 INDEX ...................................................................259

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

mIntroduction

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

mHow To Use This Manual

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

mWarnings And Cautions

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

mVehicle Identification Number

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

mVehicle Modifications / Alterations

..........6

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.

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.

6 INTRODUCTION

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

mA Word About Your Keys

.................9

▫Ignition Key Removal ...................9

▫Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System . .10

▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................10

mSentry Key — If Equipped

................10

▫Replacement Keys ......................11

▫Customer Key Programming ..............11

▫General Information ....................12

mIlluminated Entry System

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

mDoor Locks

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

▫Power Door Locks .....................13

▫Central Locking—If Equipped .............13

▫Door Ajar Warning .....................14

▫Automatic (Rolling) Door Locks ............14

▫Automatic Unlock On Exit—Only Available If

Automatic Door Locks Are Enabled .........15

mRemote Keyless Entry — If Equipped

........15

▫To Unlock The Doors ...................16

▫To Lock The Doors .....................16

▫To Unlock The Trunk ....................17

▫Panic Alarm ..........................17

▫To Use The Panic Alarm .................17

▫To Program Additional Transmitters .........17

▫General Information ....................18

▫Transmitter Battery Service ...............18

mVehicle Theft Alarm

.....................19

▫Tamper Alert .........................19

▫Security System Manual Override ...........20

mTrunk Lock And Release

..................20

mTrunk Safety Warning

....................20

▫Trunk Internal Emergency Release ..........21

mPower Windows

........................21

▫Wind Buffeting ........................22

mOccupant Restraints

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

▫Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................23

▫Pretensioners .........................26

▫Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System

(BeltAlert) ...........................27

▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............28

▫Seat Belt Extender ......................28

▫Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag ............29

▫Child Restraint ........................34

mEngine Break-In Recommendations

..........42

mSafety Tips

............................42

▫Exhaust Gas ..........................42

▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The

Vehicle ..............................43

▫Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make

Outside The Vehicle ....................43

8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always

remove the key from the ignition, lock the doors, and

close the windows when leaving the vehicle unat-

tended.

Ignition Key Removal

Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the

gearshift knob push button has returned to the out

position. Turn the key to the Lock position and remove

the key.

NOTE:

If you try to remove the key before you place

the lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tempo-

rarily in the key cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key

clockwise slightly, then remove the key as described. If a

malfunction occurs, the system may trap the key in the

ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9

inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but

the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.

Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System

This system prevents the key from being removed unless

the shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifting out of

PARK unless the key is in the OFF or RUN positions.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition

and is in the OFF, LOCK, or ACC position, sounds a

signal to remind you to remove the key.

SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPED

With this system, an electronically coded ignition key

sends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electronics

recognizes the signal, the vehicle will start and continue

to run. If the system does not recognize the signal the

vehicle will start and run for 2 seconds then shut off. The

system will allow the engine to be started and run (for 2

seconds) up to six times after which the starter motor will

be disabled and the engine will not crank.

NOTE:

•

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible

with remote starting systems. Use of these systems

may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of

security protection.

•

Additional Sentry Keys or Mobil Speed Pass™ devices

held too close to the ignition key when starting the

vehicle may cause problems when attempting to start

the vehicle. These devices cannot damage the Sentry

Key System, but can cause a momentary problem

when attempting to start the engine. If a problem

occurs, remove the Sentry Key from the key ring and

restart the vehicle. Pagers, cell phones, walkmans, etc.,

have no effect on this system.

The Theft Alarm Light, located on the instrument cluster

to the right of the fuel gauge, will illuminate for about 3

seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the On

position. If the vehicle electronics do not receive a valid

signal from the ignition key, the theft alarm light will

flash continuously to signal that the vehicle has been

10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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