reset CHRYSLER SEBRING 2010 3.G Owner's Guide

the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
“Reset” button to turn off the message. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” Resolv-
ing the problem will turn the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may
notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345

NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil
if it has been six months since your last oil change even
if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-
nated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 397

Automatic Transaxle..............12,238,241,368
Adding Fluid ................... 369,370,394
Filter ............................... 370
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 370
Fluid Level Check ................... 369,370
Interlock System .................... 243,244
Reset Mode .......................... 247
Selection Of Lubricant ................... 394
Shifting ............................. 241
Special Additives ...................... 370
Autostick ............................. 248
Back-Up Lights ......................... 387
Battery ............................... 352
Jump Starting ......................... 29
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 25
Location ............................ 352
Belts, Seat .............................. 82
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 356B-Pillar Location
........................ 272
Brake Assist System ...................... 260
Brake, Parking .......................... 254
Brake System ........................... 366
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... 256
Fluid Check ....................... 366,394
Master Cylinder ....................... 366
Parking ............................. 254
Warning Light ........................ 147
Brakes ............................... 366
Brake/Transaxle Interlock .................. 243
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 79
Bulb Replacement ..................... 382,383
Bulbs, Light .......................... 84,382
Calibration, Compass ..................... 164
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ......... 20
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 392
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New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 79
Occupant Restraints ..................... 60,64
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .........38,56,57,60,63
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 294
Odometer ............................. 149
Trip ............................. 149,152
Oil Change Indicator ................ 151,161,396
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............151,161
Oil, Engine ......................... 348,393
Capacity ............................ 392
Change Interval ............... 151,161,349,396
Checking ............................ 348
Dipstick ............................. 348
Disposal ............................ 351
Filter ............................ 351,393
Filter Disposal ........................ 351
Identification Logo ..................... 349
Materials Added to ..................... 351 Recommendation
................... 349,392
Synthetic ............................ 351
Viscosity ......................... 350,392
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 351
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 351
Oil Pressure Light ....................... 147
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............344,345
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 120
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Overdrive ............................. 246
Overheating, Engine ...................... 321
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,419
Paint Care ............................. 371
Panic Alarm ............................ 24
Parking Brake .......................... 254
Passing Light ........................... 108
Personal Settings ........................ 166
Pets .................................. 79
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Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 216
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 36
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 382
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 346
Replacement Tires ....................... 282
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 418
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........151,161
Restraint, Head .......................... 98
Restraints, Child ......................... 69
Restraints, Infant ......................... 70
Reverse Lights .......................... 387
Rotation, Tires .......................... 284
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 82
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 84
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 418
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 81 Safety Information, Tire
................... 266
Safety Tips ............................. 80
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 212
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 210
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 396
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 376
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 51
Seat Belts .............................. 82
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 45
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 45
And Pregnant Women ................... 52
Child Restraint ....................... 69,78
Extender ............................. 52
Front Seat .......................... 40,41
Inspection ............................ 82
Operating Instructions ................... 41
Pretensioners .......................... 47
Rear Seat ............................. 40
Reminder ............................ 146
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Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 120
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transporting Pets ........................ 79
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 281
Trip Odometer .......................... 149
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 152
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) ...................... 36
Trunk Release, Emergency ................37,38
Trunk Release Remote Control ............... 36
Turn Signals ...................... 108,153,387
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .............. 93
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ......... 143
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 421
Universal Transmitter ..................... 120
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 294 Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt
.............. 44
Upholstery Care ........................ 374
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 92
Variance, Compass ....................... 165
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 305
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 273,305,307
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 229,382
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System) .................. 214
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 350
Voice Recognition System (VR) ............... 93
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 145
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
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