check engine CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 2010 3.G Owner's Manual

Fluid Level Check – 2.4L and 2.7L Engines
Use the following procedure to check the automatic
transmission fluid level properly:
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Run the engine at curb idle speed for a minimum of
60 seconds.
3. Apply the parking brake fully.
4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi-
tion ending with the lever in PARK.
5. Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to eliminate
the possibility of dirt entering the transmission.
6. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot
or cold. Hot fluid is approximately 180°F (82° C), which
is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle isdriven at least 15 miles (24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held
comfortably between the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a
temperature below 80°F (27° C).
7. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated. Then,
remove dipstick and note the reading.
a. If the fluid is hot, the reading should be in the
crosshatched area marked “HOT” (between the upper
two holes in the dipstick).
b. If the fluid is cold, the fluid level should be between
the lower two holes in the area marked “COLD.”
If the fluid level is low, add sufficient fluid through the
filler (dipstick) tube to bring it to the proper level. Do not
overfill.
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CAUTION!
•Using a transmission fluid other than the manu-
facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio-
ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque
converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid
other than that recommended by the manufacturer
will result in more frequent fluid and filter
changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
•Dirt and water in the transmission can cause
serious damage. To prevent dirt and water from
entering the transmission after checking or replen-
ishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick cap is
re-seated properly.
Fluid Level Check – 3.5L Engine
The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer
serviced only.
Transmission Fluid and Filter Changes
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission
is disassembled for any reason.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as
they may adversely affect seals.
378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil
if it has been 6 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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Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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S410 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Caps, FillerFuel ............................... 314
Oil (Engine) .................. 349,350,351,358
Power Steering ........................ 264
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 371
Car Washes ............................ 380
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............78,309
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 316
Cellular Phone ....................... 1 12,230
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 402
Certification Label ....................... 316
Chains, Tire ............................ 294
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 332
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 278
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............... 353
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 78
Checks, Safety ........................... 78
Child Restraint .................... 66,68,72,74Child Restraint Tether Anchors
.............70,72
Cigar Lighter ........................... 147
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 305
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 381
Windshield Wiper Blades ................ 365
Climate Control ......................... 230
Clock .................. 182,184,198,200,203,213
Coin Holder ........................... 149
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 229
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 289
Compass .............................. 176
Compass Calibration ..................... 177
Compass Variance ....................... 178
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 175
Console, Floor .......................... 149
Contract, Service ........................ 429
Convertible ............................. 87
Convertible Top .......................... 87
438 INDEX

Door Opener, Garage..................... 138
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .................... 117
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 260
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 261
E-85 Fuel ............................. 310
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 151
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 110
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 144
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 135
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 273
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 172
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 37
Emergency, In Case of Jacking ............................. 332
Jump Starting ......................... 339
Overheating .......................... 330 Towing
............................. 344
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 37
Emission Control System Maintenance ......353,408
Engine .......................... 349,350,351
Air Cleaner .......................... 360
Block Heater ......................... 250
Break-In Recommendations ................ 77
Checking Oil Level ..................... 356
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................. 369,404
Cooling ............................. 369
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 78,309
Fails to Start .......................... 248
Flooded, Starting ...................... 248
Fuel Requirements .................. 304,403
Jump Starting ......................... 339
Oil ........................... 356,403,404
Oil Change Interval ............164,174,357,408
Oil Filler Cap ................ 349,350,351,358
Oil Filter ............................ 359
440 INDEX

Fluid Capacities......................... 403
Fluid Leaks ............................. 82
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle ................. 377,378
Brake ............................ 374,405
Cooling System ....................... 369
Engine Oil ........................... 356
Power Steering ..................... 264,405
Fluids ................................ 404
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 404
Fog Light Service ........................ 397
Fog Lights .................... 123,127,166,397
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 342
Fuel ................................. 304
Adding ............................. 314
Additives ............................ 307
Clean Air ............................ 305
Ethanol ............................. 305
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ................. 158,314Filler Door (Gas Cap)
................... 158
Gasoline ............................ 304
Gauge .............................. 158
Light ............................... 159
Materials Added ....................... 307
Methanol ............................ 305
Octane Rating ...................... 304,404
Requirements ...................... 304,403
Tank Capacity ........................ 403
Fuel, Flexible ............. See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution ..................... 315
Fueling ............................... 314
Fuses ................................ 388
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 138
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ............314,316,352
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 305
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 304
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 305
442 INDEX

Lights On Reminder.................... 124
Low Fuel ............................ 159
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........ 170
Map Reading ......................... 129
Oil Pressure .......................... 160
Park ............................ 123,124
Passing ............................. 128
Rear Tail ............................ 398
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 159
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 18
Service ............................. 394
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 166
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........168,295
Traction Control ....................... 274
Turn Signal ............. 81,123,128,166,396,398
Voltage ............................. 159
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 158
Loading Vehicle ...................... 316,317
Capacities ........................... 317 Tires ............................... 282
Locks ................................. 29
Auto Unlock .......................... 31
Automatic Door ........................ 31
Door ................................ 29
Power Door ........................... 30
Low Tire Pressure System .................. 295
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ............................ 70,72
Lubrication, Body ....................... 364
Lumbar Support ........................ 116
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 360
Maintenance, General ..................... 355
Maintenance Procedures ................... 355
Maintenance Schedule .................... 408
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 170,353
Manual, Service ......................... 431
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 129
446 INDEX

Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 374
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ............. 117
Methanol ............................. 305
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 175
Mirrors ............................... 109
Automatic Dimming .................... 109
Electric Powered ....................... 110
Electric Remote ....................... 110
Heated .............................. 111
Outside ............................. 110
Vanity .............................. 112
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 295
Mopar Parts ......................... 354,430
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 305
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 123
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 77Occupant Restraints
................... 37,58,61
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ...............55,58
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 304
Odometer ............................. 162
Trip ............................. 162,165
Oil Change Indicator ................ 164,174,408
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............164,174
Oil, Engine ......................... 356,404
Capacity ............................ 403
Change Interval ............... 164,174,357,408
Checking ............................ 356
Dipstick ............................. 356
Disposal ............................ 359
Filter ............................ 359,404
Filter Disposal ........................ 359
Identification Logo ..................... 357
Materials Added to ..................... 359
Recommendation ................... 357,403
Synthetic ............................ 359
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