CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN 2008 3.G Owners Manual
Page 241 of 494
The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push
button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will
increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume.
The button located in the center of the right hand control
will switch modes to Radio or CD.
The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push
button in the center. The function of the left hand control
is different depending on mode.
The following describes the left hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next
listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch
will SEEK down for the next listenable station.The button located in the center of the left hand control
will tune to the next pre-set station that you have
programmed in the radio pre-set push-buttons.
CD Player
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once
will go to the beginning of the current track or to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.
If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.
The button in the center of the left hand switch changes
CDs on the Six-Disc in-dash CD changer radio. This
button does not function for all other radios.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239
4
Page 242 of 494
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)—IF
EQUIPPED
The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)in-
cludes the following components for rear seat entertain-
ment:
•A diagonal 7 in (17.8 cm) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
screen integrated into the center console armrest. The
screen features brightness control for optimum day-
time and nighttime viewing.
•The LCD screen swings up from the rear of the armrest
to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display.
Opening the Rear Seat VES
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Page 243 of 494
NOTE:Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been
raised to its viewing position.
•The touch screen radio and DVD player controls allow
front seat operation for easy setup in the case of
younger rear seat passengers.
•A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps into
a molded compartment in the center console armrest
upper storage bin.
•Two wireless infrared headsets allow rear seat passen-
gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources.
VESVideo Screen
VESRemote Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241
4
Page 244 of 494
Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks)
on the rear of the center console enable
the monitor to display video directly
from a video camera, connect video
games for display on the screen, or
play music directly from an MP3
player.
1. Video in (yellow)
2. Left audio in (white)
3. Right audio in (red)
NOTE:Refer to your “Vehicle Entertainment System
(VES)Users Manual” for detailed operating instruc-
tions.RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being ON in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the
following precautions:
1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the
surface.
2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Page 245 of 494
3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the
disc; avoid scratching the disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,
or antistatic sprays.
5. Store the disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become
too high.
8. Do not play discs that are small in size or have
irregular shapes.CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather.
Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System
The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of
outer rotary dials and inner push knobs.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243
4
Page 246 of 494
Blower Control
Rotate this control to regulate
the amount of air forced
through the ventilation sys-
tem in any mode. The blower
speed increases as you move
the control to the right from
the “O” (Off) position. There
are four blower speeds.
Temperature Control
Rotate this control to regulate
the temperature of the air in-
side the passenger compart-
ment. Rotating the dial left
into the blue area of the scale
indicates cooler temperatures
while the rotating right into
the red area indicates warmer
temperatures.
NOTE:If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con-
denser: located in front of the radiator, for an accumula-
tion of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray
from behind the radiator and through the condenser.
Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the
condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Page 247 of 494
Mode Control (Air Direction)
Rotate this control to choose
from several patterns of air
distribution. You can select ei-
ther a primary mode as iden-
tified by the symbols on the
control, or a blend of two of
these modes. The closer the
setting is to a particular sym-
bol, the more air distribution
you receive from that mode.
Panel
Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument
panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow.
NOTE:The center instrument panel outlets can be
aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat
passengers for maximum airflow to the rear.Bi-Level
Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets.
NOTE:For all settings except full cold or full hot, there
is a difference in temperature between the upper and
lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets.
This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but
cool conditions.
Floor
Air is directed through the floor outlets with a
small amount flowing through the defrost and side
window demist outlets.
Mix
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side
window demist outlets. This setting works best in
cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to
the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining
comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245
4
Page 248 of 494
Defrost
Air is directed through the windshield and side
window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi-
mum blower and temperature settings for best wind-
shield and side window defrosting.
NOTE:The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix
and Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the Air
Conditioning Snowflake button is not pressed. This de-
humidifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improve
fuel economy, use these modes only when necessary.Recirculation Control
Press in on this button to
block the flow of outside air
from coming into the passen-
ger compartment. A light will
illuminate when the system is
in recirculation mode. Only
use the recirculation mode as
a temporary means to block
out any outside odors, smoke,
or dust, and to cool the inte-
rior rapidly upon initial start up in very hot or humid
weather.
NOTE:
•Continuous use of the recirculation mode may make
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur.
Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Page 249 of 494
•The use of the recirculation mode in cold or damp
weather will cause windows to fog on the inside,
because of moisture build-up inside the vehicle. Select
the Outside Air position for maximum defogging.
•The A/C will engage automatically to prevent fogging
when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode
control is set to panel or panel / floor.
•The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb-
ing the mode control selection.
•When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK
position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled.
Air Conditioning Control
Press in on this button to en-
gage the Air Conditioning. A
light will illuminate when the
Air Conditioning System is
engaged. Rotating the dial left
into the blue area of the scale
indicates cooler temperatures
while the rotating right into
the red area indicates warmer
temperatures.
NOTE:The air conditioning compressor will not engage
until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds.
•MAX A/C
For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation
buttons at the same time.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247
4
Page 250 of 494
•ECONOMY MODE
If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn
off the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then,
move the temperature control to the desired temperature.Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped
Automatic Operation
The Infrared Climate Control System automatically
maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the
comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. To
Automatic Temperature Control
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL