instrument panel CHRYSLER SEBRING 2004 2.G User Guide

WARNING!
The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in an accident. Children should
be seated and using the proper restraint system.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
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Dimmer Control
With the parking lights or headlights
on, rotating the dimmer control for the
interior lights on the Multi-Function
Control Lever upward will increase
the brightness of the instrument panel
lights.
Dome Light Position
Rotate the dimmer control completely
upward to the second detent to turn
on the interior lights. The interior
lights will remain on when the dim-
mer control is in this position.
Interior Light Defeat (OFF)
Rotate the dimmer control to the ex-
treme bottom full-circle position. The
interior lights will remain off when the
doors are open.
Daytime Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
Rotate the dimmer control to the first
detent (full-circle). This feature bright-
ens the odometer and radio display
when the parking lights or headlights
are on during daylight conditions.
Front Map/Reading Lights Ð If Equipped
These lights are mounted between the sun visors. Each
light has a push-on push-off switch.
NOTE:The lights will remain on until the switch is
pressed a second time, so be sure that they have been
turned off before leaving the vehicle.
The following two types of front map/reading lights may
be equipped on this vehicle:
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Multi-Function Control Lever
The Multi-Function lever controls the operation of the
headlights, turn signals, headlight beam select switch,
instrument panel light dimming, courtesy lights, passing
lights, dome light and fog lights.
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Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights
Turn the end of the control lever to the first detent for
parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for
headlight operation.
To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
turn the center portion of the lever up or down. Turning
the dimmer control to the full up position also turns on
the courtesy lights. Turning the dimmer control to the full
down position prevents the courtesy lights from coming
on when a door is opened.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
The headlights come on at a low intensity level whenever
the ignition switch is turned on. The lights remain on
until the ignition switch is turned OFF or the parking
brake is engaged. The headlight switch must be used for
normal night time driving.
Lights-on Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver's door
is opened.
Fog Lights Ð If Equipped
The fog light switch is in the multi-function lever.
To activate the fog lights, turn on the low beam
headlights and pull out the end of the control
lever. A light in the instrument cluster shows when the
fog lights are on.
NOTE:The switch will turn on the fog lights only if the
low beam headlights are on. Turning on the high beam
headlights turns off the fog lights.
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NOTE:The sunshade can only be closed by hand.
WARNING!
In an accident, there is greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are
properly secured too.
Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any
object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if so equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET
The power outlet is located in the lower center of your
instrument panel. If your vehicle is equipped with heated
seats, a second power outlet is located inside the center
console. All accessories connected to any outlet should be
removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstruments And Controls.................83
mInstrument Cluster Standard...............84
mInstrument Cluster Premium...............85
mInstrument Cluster Description.............86
mCompass, Temperature, And Trip Computer
Display Ð If Equipped
...................91
NControl Buttons.......................92
NTrip Conditions........................92
NCompass Temperature Display.............93
mCigar Lighter/Ashtray...................95
mElectronic Digital Clock..................95
NTo Set The Clock.......................95
mRadio General Information................95
NRadio Broadcast Signals..................95
NTwo Types Of Signals...................96
NElectrical Disturbances...................96
NAM Reception........................96
NFM Reception.........................96
mSales Code RAZÐAM/ FM Stereo Radio With
Cassette Tape Player, CD Player And CD
Changer Controls Ð If Equipped
...........96
NOperating Instructions Ð Radio............96
NPower Switch, Volume Control.............96
NSeek Button (Radio Mode)................97
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NTuning..............................97
NPTY (Program Type) Button...............97
NBalance.............................98
NFade...............................98
NTone Control.........................98
NAM/FM Selection......................99
NScan Button..........................99
NTo Set The Radio Push-Button Memory.......99
NTo Change From Clock To Radio Mode.......99
NOperating Instructions Ð Tape Player........99
NSeek Button.........................100
NFast Forward (FF).....................100
NRewind (RW)........................100
NTape Eject...........................100
NScan Button.........................100
NChanging Tape Direction................100NMetal Tape Selection...................100
NPinch Roller Release...................100
NNoise Reduction......................101
NOperating Instructions Ð CD Player........101
NInserting The Compact Disc..............101
NSeek Button.........................102
NEJT CD (Eject) Button..................102
NFF/Tune/RW........................102
NProgram Button 4 (Random Play)..........102
NMode..............................103
NTape CD Button......................103
NTime Button.........................103
NScan Button.........................103
NCD Changer Control Capability Ð If
Equipped...........................103
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mSales Code RBBÐAM/FM Stereo Radio With
Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer
Capability
...........................105
NOperating Instructions..................105
NPower Button........................105
NElectronic Volume Control...............105
NSeek..............................105
NTune ..............................106
NTo Set The Push-Button Memory..........106
NBalance............................106
NFade..............................106
NBass And Treble Tone Control............106
NAM/FM Selection.....................107
NMode Button........................107
NCassette Player Features................107
NCD Changer Control Capability Ð If
Equipped...........................108NRadio Display Messages................109mSales Code RBKÐAM/ FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player And CD Changer Controls
.......110
NRadio Operation......................110
NCD Player Operation...................112
NCD Changer Control Capability Ð If
Equipped...........................113
NRadio Display Messages................115
m6 Disc CD Changer Ð If Equipped.........115
NLoading The CD Changer...............115
NPlaying Discs........................116
NSeek Button.........................116
NFF/Tune/RW........................116
NMode Button........................116
NProgram Button 1.....................116
NProgram Button 4 (Random Play)..........116
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NProgram Button 5.....................117
NTime Button.........................117
NChanging Modes......................117
NRemoving Discs From The CD Changer.....117
NCD Changer Operation With The Changer
Off ...............................117
mRemote Sound System Controls Ð If
Equipped
............................118
NRadio Operation......................118NTape Player.........................118
NCD Player Ð Single Disc In Radio.........119
NCD Player Ð 6 Disc CD Changer..........119
mCassette Tape And Player Maintenance......119
mCompact Disc Maintenance...............120
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones.......121
mClimate Controls......................121
NManual Air Conditioning/Heater Control....121
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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