Chrysler Sebring Convertible User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
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INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................9
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...............................77
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ................................... 169
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STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................247
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...............................................335
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................................351
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ..................................................413
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ..........................................421
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INDEX ....................................................................431
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
mIntroduction ...........................4
mHow To Use This Manual ..................4
mWarnings And Cautions ...................6
mVehicle Identification Number ...............6
mVehicle Modifications / Alterations ...........7
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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 dealer
knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-
cians and genuine Mopartparts, and is interested in
your satisfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index at the back of this manual contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
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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 the left
front corner of the instrument panel. The VIN is visible
from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This
number also appears on the Automobile Information
Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the
vehicle registration, and the title. NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN.
Vehicle Identification Number
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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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mA Word About Your Keys ..................12
▫Ignition Key Removal ...................12
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................14
mSentry Keyt...........................15
▫Replacement Keys ......................16
▫Sentry KeytProgramming ................17
▫General Information ....................18
mSecurity Alarm System — If Equipped .........18
▫Rearming Of The System .................18
▫To Arm The System .....................19
▫To Disarm The System ...................19
mIlluminated Entry System — If Equipped .......20
mRemote Keyless Entry .....................21
▫To Unlock The Doors ...................21
▫To Lock The Doors .....................24
▫Convertible Top Operation ................25
▫To Unlatch The Trunk ...................25
▫Express Down Window Feature ............25
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▫Using The Panic Alarm ..................25
▫Programming Additional Transmitters ........26
▫Battery Replacement ....................26
▫General Information ....................27
mRemote Starting System — If Equipped ........27
▫How To Use Remote Start ................28
mDoor Locks ............................29
▫Manual Door Locks .....................29
▫Power Door Locks .....................30
mWindows .............................32
▫Power Windows .......................32
▫Wind Buffeting ........................36
mTrunk Lock And Release ...................36
mTrunk Safety Warning.....................38
▫Trunk Emergency Release ................38
mOccupant Restraints ......................39
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................40
▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .....44
▫Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................45
▫Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlertt) ..........................45
▫Automatic Locking Mode ................47
▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............47
▫Seat Belt Extender ......................48
▫Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag ............48
▫Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............60
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▫Child Restraint ........................62
mEngine Break-In Recommendations ...........72
mSafety Tips ............................73
▫Transporting Passengers .................73
▫Lock Your Vehicle ......................73
▫Exhaust Gas ..........................74
▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ..............................75
▫Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ....................75
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
You can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with
either side up.
The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can
be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask
your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe
place.
Ignition Key Removal
Place the selector lever in PARK. Turn the key to the ACC
position and then push the key inward slightly and turn
the key to the LOCK position. Then remove the key.
Vehicle Key
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NOTE:
• If you try to remove the key before you place the
selector lever in PARK, the key may become trapped
temporarily in the ignition switch lock cylinder. If this
occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove
the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the
system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock
cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inop-
erable. The engine can be started and stopped, but the
key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
• For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), the power window
switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), and
power outlets will remain active for 45 seconds after
the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.
Opening either door will cancel this feature.
• For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power
window switches, radio, hands–free system (if
equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up
to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the
LOCK position. Opening either door will cancel this
feature. The time for this feature is programmable. For
Ignition Key Positions
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details, refer to “Key-Off Power Delay,” under “Per-
sonal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)”
under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”
in Section 4 of this manual.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the
ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the
key.
NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds
when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC
position.
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SENTRY KEYT
The Sentry KeytImmobilizer System prevents unautho-
rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys, which have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder), to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start the
engine.
NOTE: A key, which has not been programmed, is also
considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
During normal operation, after turning the ignition
switch, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will
turn for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light
remains after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a
problem with the electronics. In addition, if the light
begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that
someone used an invalid key to start the engine. Either of
these conditions will result in the engine being shut off
after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light turns during
normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer
than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the
electronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced
as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
Always remove Sentry Keytfrom the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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NOTE:
• The Sentry KeytImmobilizer System is not compat-
ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
• Exxon/Mobil SpeedPass,™ additional Sentry Keyst,
or any other transponder equipped components the
same keychain will not cause a key-related (transpon-
der) fault unless the additional part is physically held
against the ignition key being used when starting the
vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics
will not cause interference with this system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Keythas been programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit PIN number. This number is required
for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may
be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the
Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure
consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle
electronics. A blank key is one, which has never been
programmed.
NOTE: When having the Sentry KeytImmobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the
dealer.
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Sentry KeyTProgramming
You can program new keys to the system if you have two
valid sentry keys by performing the following procedure:
1. Cut the additional Sentry KeytTransponder blank(s)
to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.
2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn
the ignition switch to the position for at least three
seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the
ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first
key.
3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the position within 15 sec-
onds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In addition,
the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will begin to
flash. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and
remove the second key.
4. Insert a blank Sentry Keytinto the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the position within 60 sec-
onds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In
addition, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will
stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete,
the indicator light will turn again for three seconds and
then turn off.
The new Sentry Keytis programmed. The Keyless Entry
Transmitter will also be programmed during this pro-
cedure.
Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you
do not have a programmed Sentry Keyt, contact your
authorized dealer for details.
NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your dealer to
have all remaining keys erased from the systems
memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your
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vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repro-
grammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at
the time of service to be reprogrammed.
General Information
The Sentry Keytsystem complies with FCC rules part 15
and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause undes-
ired operation.
SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security Alarm (VSA) system monitors the
doors and trunk for unauthorized entry and ignition
switch for unauthorized operation.
If something triggers the alarm, the system will sound
the horn intermittently, flash the headlights, the park
lights, and the taillights, and flash the Vehicle Security
Alarm Indicator Light in the cluster.
Rearming of the System:
If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to
disarm it, the system will turn off the horn after three
minutes, turn off all of the visual signals after 15 minutes,
and then the system will rearm itself.
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To Arm the System:
1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and exit the
vehicle.
2. Lock the doors by pressing the power door lock switch
or the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter.
NOTE: The system will not arm if you lock the doors
with the manual door lock plungers.
3. Close all doors. The VSA Indicator Light in the instru-
ment cluster will flash rapidly for 16 seconds. This shows
that the system is arming. After 16 seconds, the indicator
light will flash slowly. This shows that the system is fully
armed.
NOTE:
• During the 16 second arming period, if a door is
opened or the ignition switch is turned ON, the system
will automatically disarm.
• Once armed, the system disables the unlock switch on
the driver door trim panel and passenger door trim
panel, the trunk release button on the instrument
panel, and the HomeLinkt/Garage Door Opener (if
equipped).
To Disarm the System:
Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter
or insert a valid sentry key into the ignition switch lock
cylinder and turn the key to the ON or START position.
NOTE:
• The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on
the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the system.
• The system remains armed during trunk entry. Press-
ing the trunk button will not disarm the system. If
someone enters the vehicle through the trunk and
opens any door, the alarm will sound.
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• When the system is armed, the interior power door
lock switches will not unlock the doors.
The VSA system is designed to protect your vehicle;
however, you can create conditions where the system will
give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described
arming sequences has occurred, the system will arm
regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you
remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will
sound. If this occurs, disarm the system.
If the alarm system is armed and the battery becomes
disconnected the system will remain armed when the
battery is reconnected. The exterior lights will flash, the
horn will sound, and the ignition will not start the
vehicle. If this occurs, disarm the system.
Tamper Alert
If something has triggered the alarm in your absence, and
the warning signals have timed out, the park and tail-
lights will flash three times when unlocking the vehicle
with a valid RKE transmitter.
ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The courtesy/reading lights will turn on when you use
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or open
either door.
This feature also turns on the approach lighting (if so
equipped). For details, refer to “Illuminated Approach,”
under “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Fea-
tures),” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual.
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