engine CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 2009 3.G Owners Manual

120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engine except PZEV*).
❏Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped).
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect the exhaust system.
❏Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary.
❏Change the automatic transaxle fluid & filter.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or
126 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or
132 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road
conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner
filter, and replace if necessary.
❏Inspect the brake linings, and replace as
necessary.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter (if
equipped).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or
138 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 437
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144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and
replace if necessary.
❏Inspect the brake linings, and replace as necessary.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped).
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect the exhaust system.
❏Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or
150 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engine
except PZEV*).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of Chrysler Motors LLC warranties applicable
to this vehicle.
MOPARPARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They will help keep
the vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your authorized
dealer, and the manufacturer.
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About Your Brakes....................283,288
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............285,289
Accessory Delay, Power.................... 13
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 390
Adding Fuel........................... 334
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 385
Additives, Fuel......................... 329
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 380
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 382
Air Conditioning........................ 250
Air Conditioning Controls................. 250
Air Conditioning Filter.................261,383
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 262
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 382
Air Conditioning System.............250,254,382
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 307
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment...................52,53,57
Airbag Light...................52,53,59,75,182Airbag Maintenance....................... 58
Alarm, Panic............................ 25
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............18,182
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 244
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........389,390,420
Disposal............................ 392
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............285,289
Anti-Lock Warning Light.............285,289,291
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Appearance Care........................ 398
Ashtray............................... 167
Assistance Towing....................... 116
Auto Down Power Windows................ 34
Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 31
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 99
Automatic Door Locks..................... 31
Automatic Headlights.................... 144
Automatic Oil Change Indicator........185,196,424
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Calibration, Compass..................... 198
Capacities, Fluid........................ 420
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 334
Oil (Engine)..................369,370,371,378
Power Steering........................ 282
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 391
Car Washes............................ 398
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............74,330
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 337
Cellular Phone.......................102,250
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 419
Certification Label....................... 337
Chains, Tire............................ 315
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 354
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 299
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 373
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 73Checks, Safety........................... 73
Child Restraint..................62,63,64,68,69
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............66,68
Cigar Lighter........................... 167
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 327
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 400
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 385
Climate Control......................... 250
Clock.....................202,205,219,223,232
Coin Holder........................... 170
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 249
Compact Spare Tire...................... 310
Compass.............................. 198
Compass Calibration..................... 198
Compass Variance....................... 199
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 196
Console, Floor.......................... 170
Contract, Service........................ 445
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Oil (Engine).......................... 376
Power Steering........................ 282
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 365
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 392
Engine Oil........................... 379
Door Locks............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 31
Door Opener, Garage..................... 158
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt.................... 140
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 279
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 280
E-85 Fuel............................. 330
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 173
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 100
Electrical Power Outlets................... 164Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 155
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 294
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 193
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 37
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 352
Jacking............................. 354
Jump Starting......................... 361
Overheating.......................... 352
Towing............................. 365
Emergency Trunk Release................... 37
Emission Control System Maintenance......373,424
Engine..........................369,370,371
Air Cleaner.......................... 380
Block Heater......................... 270
Break-In Recommendations................ 72
Checking Oil Level..................... 376
Coolant (Antifreeze).................388,421
Cooling............................. 388
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Exhaust Gas Caution..................74,330
Fuel Requirements..................325,420
Jump Starting......................... 361
Oil ...........................376,420,421
Oil Change Interval............185,196,377,424
Oil Filler Cap.................369,370,371,378
Oil Filter............................ 379
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 379
Oil Selection.......................377,420
Oil Synthetic......................... 378
Overheating.......................... 352
Temperature Gauge..................... 181
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 378
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 58
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 327
Event Data Recorder...................... 60
Exhaust Gas Caution................74,330,386
Exhaust System.......................74,386Extender, Seat Belt........................ 48
Exterior Lights.......................... 76
Fabric Care.........................400,401
Filler Location Fuel....................181,334
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 380
Air Conditioning....................261,383
Automatic Transaxle.................... 397
Engine Oil........................379,421
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 379
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 352
Turn Signal........................76,147
Flash-To-Pass........................... 148
Flat Tire Changing....................... 354
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 361
Flexible Fuel Vehicles..................... 330
Cruising Range........................ 333
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Engine Oil........................... 333
Fuel Requirements..................330,332
Maintenance.......................330,334
Replacement Parts..................... 333
Starting............................. 333
Flooded Engine Starting................... 268
Floor Console.......................... 170
Fluid Capacities......................... 420
Fluid Leaks............................. 76
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................396,397
Brake............................394,422
Cooling System....................... 388
Engine Oil........................... 376
Power Steering.....................282,422
Fluids................................ 421
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 421
Fog Light Service........................ 414
Fog Lights....................143,146,189,414Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 364
Fuel................................. 325
Adding............................. 334
Additives............................ 329
Clean Air............................ 327
Ethanol............................. 327
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................181,334
Filler Door (Gas Cap)................... 181
Gasoline............................ 325
Gauge.............................. 181
Light............................... 182
Materials Added....................... 329
Methanol............................ 327
Octane Rating......................325,421
Requirements......................325,420
Tank Capacity........................ 420
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution..................... 335
Fueling............................... 334
458 INDEX