warning light CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 2005 2.G Owner's Manual

CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not“top
off”the fuel tank after filling.
NOTE:Tighten the gas cap until you hear a“clicking”
sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly
tightened.
The Malfunction Indicator Light will come on if the
gas cap is not properly secured. Make sure that the gas
cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled.
NOTE:
When the fuel nozzle“clicks”or shuts off, the
fuel tank is full.
NOTE:The fuel tank filler tube may have a restricting
door about 50 mm (2 inches) down from the opening. If
fuel is poured from a portable container, the container
should have a flexible nozzle long enough to force open
the restricting door.
CAUTION!
A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp to turn on.
WARNING!
•Never have any smoking materials lit in or near
the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the
tank filled.
•Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is
running.
•A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
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NOTE:Using the“3”range while operating the vehicle
under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor-
mance and extend tranaxle life by reducing excessive
shifting and heat build up.
WARNING!
Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic
brake lines can overload your brake system and
cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you
need them and could have an accident.
•Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
•Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer
size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are
recommended for motoring safety.
•The automatic transaxle fluid and filter should be
changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more
than 45 minutes of continuous operation. See Schedule
“B”in section 8 of this manual for transaxle fluid
change intervals.
NOTE:Check the automatic transaxle fluid level before
towing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt odor, shows the
need for a transmission fluid and filter change.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Autostick. By using
the Autostick modes, and selecting a specific gear range,
frequent shifting can be avoided. The highest gear range
should be selected that allows for adequate performance.
For example, choose“4”if the desired speed can be
maintained. Choose“3”or“2”if needed to maintain the
desired speed.
NOTE:Extended driving at high RPM should be
avoided to prevent excess heat generation. A reduction in
vehicle speed may be required to avoid extended driving
at high RPM. Return to a higher gear range or vehicle
speed when road conditions and RPM level allows.
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Interior Care
Use Mopar Fabric Cleaner to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Use Mopar Vinyl Cleaner to clean vinyl or leather uphol-
stery.
Mopar Vinyl Cleaner is specifically recommended for
vinyl trim.
Use mild (Ivory Flake) solution to clean all surfaces. Wipe
with clear water and soft (lint free) cloth.
Do not use cleaners, conditioners and protectants con-
taining silicon or bleach as these may cause gloss level
increases and/or discoloration.
You should not increase the gloss level, especially on top
of the instrument panel top surface. Higher gloss levels
will increase the reflectivity in the windshield that could
decrease visibility under bright light driving conditions.WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Leather Seat Care and Cleaning
CAUTION!
Never use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents,
detergents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean the
leather. The leather has already been pretreated. The
application of any leather conditioner may damage
the factory applied top coat.
Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with a
damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an
abrasive and damage the leather surface and should be
removed immediately with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils
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About Your Brakes...................... 153
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............. 153
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 222
Adding Fuel.......................... 177
Adding Washer Fluid.................... 218
Additives, Fuel........................ 176
Aiming Headlights...................... 245
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 211
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 214
Air Conditioning....................128,134
Air Conditioning Controls................ 128
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........133,139
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 215
Air Conditioning System..............134,214
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 165
Airbag................................ 30
Airbag Deployment....................32,34
Airbag Light.....................33,35,45,91
Airbag Maintenance...................... 35
Alarm Light............................ 96
Alarm, Panic........................... 17
Alarm System........................19,96
Alignment and Balance.................. 171Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........221,222,246
Capacities........................... 246
Disposal............................ 223
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 153
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 94
Anti-Theft Security Alarm................. 19
Appearance Care....................... 229
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 59
Automatic Door Locks..................14,15
Automatic Headlights.................... 70
Automatic Temperature Control............ 128
Automatic Transaxle.........147,149,198,227,248
Adding Fluid........................ 248
Filter.............................. 229
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 229
Fluid Level Check..................... 228
Interlock System....................10,148
Reset Mode......................... 149
Selection Of Lubricant...............227,248
Shifting............................ 149
Special Additives..................... 229
Autostick............................. 173
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Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 82
Ball Joints............................ 216
Battery............................... 213
Emergency Starting.................... 193
Gas Caution......................195,214
Heater............................. 146
Jump Starting........................ 193
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 19
Location.........................193,213
Belts, Drive........................... 210
Belts, Engine.......................... 212
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 216
Boot, Convertible Top.................... 52
B-Pillar Location....................... 160
Brake, Parking......................... 151
Brake System.......................153,224
Anti-Lock........................... 153
Fluid Check......................... 226
Hoses.............................. 225
Master Cylinder...................... 226
Warning Light........................ 95
Brake/Transmission Interlock...........147,149Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 43
Bulb Replacement...................... 240
Bulbs, Light........................... 239
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...... 246
Capacities, Fluid....................... 246
Capacity, Cargo Weight.................. 179
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 177
Oil (Engine)......................... 209
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 222
Car Washes........................... 230
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 177
Carpeting............................. 232
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 126
Cassette Tape Player...............102,110,113
Catalytic Converter..................... 211
CD Changer..................109,114,119,121
CD Player....................107,115,117,125
Center High Mounted Stop Light........... 244
Central Locking......................... 14
Chains, Tire........................... 171
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 188
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Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 74
Cruise Light........................... 91
Customer Assistance.................... 268
Daytime Running Lights.................. 70
Dealer Service......................... 205
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 137
Defroster, Windshield...............45,131,136
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 203
Dimmer Control........................ 68
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 71
Dipsticks
Automatic Transaxle................... 228
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 223
Engine Oil.......................... 210
Door Ajar Warning...................... 14
Door Locks............................ 12
Door Locks, Automatic................... 14
Door Opener, Garage..................... 77
Drive Belts............................ 210
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 196Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary................. 82
Electrical Power Outlets................... 82
Electronic Speed Control.................. 74
Emergency Brake....................... 151
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 197
Jacking............................. 188
Jump Starting........................ 193
Overheating......................... 186
Towing............................. 197
Emergency Trunk Release...............21,22
Emission Control System Maintenance....204,250
Engine............................201,202
Air Cleaner Filter..................... 211
Block Heater......................... 146
Break-In Recommendations............... 43
Checking Oil Level.................... 206
Compartment.....................201,202
Coolant (Antifreeze)................220,247
Cooling............................ 220
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 177
Fails to Start......................... 146
Fuel Requirements.................174,246
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Oil ..........................206,246,247
Oil Change Interval................... 207
Oil Selection......................208,246
Oil Synthetic......................... 209
Overheating......................... 186
Timing Belt.......................... 212
Engine Oil Viscosity..................... 246
Entry System, Illuminated................. 12
Exhaust Gas Caution...............44,177,219
Exhaust System........................ 219
Exterior Light Service.................... 240
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 211
Automatic Transaxle................... 229
Engine Fuel......................... 211
Engine Oil.......................210,247
Engine Oil Disposal................... 210
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 186
Turn Signal.......................... 92
Flash-To-Pass........................... 71
Flat Tire Changing...................... 188Flexible Fuel Vehicles.................... 181
Cruising Range....................... 183
Engine Oil.......................182,209
Fuel Requirements.................... 181
Maintenance......................... 184
Replacement Parts.................... 184
Starting............................ 183
Floor Console.......................... 57
Fluid, Brake........................... 248
Fluid Capacities........................ 246
Fluid Leaks............................ 45
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle................... 228
Capacities........................... 246
Cooling System....................... 220
Engine Oil.......................... 206
Power Steering....................... 215
Fluids............................... 247
Fog Light Service....................... 243
Fog Lights........................70,93,243
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 197
Fuel................................. 174
Adding............................. 177
282 INDEX

Additives........................... 176
Clean Air........................... 175
Ethanol............................. 181
Filler Cap........................... 177
Filter.............................. 211
Gasoline............................ 174
Gauge.............................. 91
Hoses.............................. 227
Light............................... 96
Octane Rating........................ 247
Requirements.....................174,246
Tank Capacity........................ 246
Fueling.............................. 177
Fuses................................ 236
Garage Door Opener..................... 77
GasCap .............................. 177
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge).................. 91
Gasoline............................. 174
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 175
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 175
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 175Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 93
Fuel................................ 91
Speedometer......................... 92
Tachometer.......................... 92
Voltmeter............................ 92
Gearshift............................. 149
General Information...................12,18
Glass Cleaning......................... 233
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 186
Head Restraints......................... 65
Headlights............................ 240
Aiming............................. 245
Automatic........................... 70
Bulb Replacement..................... 240
Cleaning............................ 233
High Beam.........................71,92
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 71
Passing............................. 71
Switch.............................. 69
Time Delay........................70,71
Heater............................128,134
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Heater, Engine Block.................... 146
High Beam Indicator..................... 92
Homelink Transmitter.................... 77
Hood Prop............................ 66
Hood Release.......................... 65
Hoses............................224,227
Ignition
Key ................................. 9
Lock................................ 9
Illuminated Entry....................... 12
Immobilizer............................ 10
Infant Restraint......................... 36
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 58
Instrument Cluster..................88,89,90
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 87
Instrument Panel Cover.................. 233
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 233
Interior Fuses.......................... 237
Interior Lighting........................ 67
Interior Lights........................67,68
Introduction............................ 4Jack Location.......................... 188
Jack Operation......................... 188
Jump Starting......................... 193
Key, Programming....................... 11
Key, Replacement........................ 11
Key, Sentry............................ 10
Key-In Reminder........................ 10
Keyless Entry System..................... 16
Keys.................................. 9
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 24
LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tether for CHildren)...................38,40
Latches
Hood............................... 65
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 174
Leaks, Fluid............................ 45
Lights..............................45,67
Airbag........................33,35,45,91
Anti-Lock Warning..................... 94
Automatic Headlights................... 70
Brake Warning.....................95,151
284 INDEX

Bulb Replacement..................... 239
Check Engine......................... 92
Daytime Running...................... 70
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............69,71
Engine Temperature Warning............. 93
Exterior Check........................ 45
Fog ...........................70,93,243
Front Replacement.................242,243
Headlight Switch...................... 69
Headlights........................... 69
High Beam........................... 71
Illuminated Entry...................... 12
Instrument Cluster..................... 69
Interior.............................. 67
License............................. 245
Lights On Reminder.................... 70
Low Fuel............................ 96
Malfunction Indicator................... 92
Map Reading......................... 67
Oil Pressure.......................... 94
Park............................... 242
Reading............................. 67
Rear Servicing....................... 244Seat Belt Reminder..................... 96
Security Alarm........................ 20
Service..........................239,240
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . 92
Theft Alarm.......................... 96
Traction Control...................... 156
Turn Signal......................69,70,92
Voltage.............................. 92
Loading Vehicle........................ 179
Capacities........................... 179
Tires ............................... 160
Locks
Central.............................. 14
Door............................... 12
Ignition.............................. 9
Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH)....................38,40
Lubricants............................ 216
Lubrication, Body....................... 216
Luggage/Cargo Capacity................. 179
Lumbar Support........................ 62
Maintenance Free Battery................. 213
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