oil temperature CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 2010 3.G Owners Manual

you do not buckle up, the light will remain on. Refer to
“Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Start-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.
9. Oil Pressure Warning LightThis light indicates low engine oil pressure. The
light will come on and remain on when the
ignition switch is turned from the OFF to the ON
position, and the light will turn off after the engine is
started. If the bulb does not come on during starting,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stop
the vehicle and shut off the engine. DO NOT OPERATE
THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED.
The light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine.
This can be determined using the procedure shown in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle”. 10. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. If the engine is critically hot, a warning chime
will sound 10 times. After the chime turns off, the
engine will still be critically hot until the light goes out.
11. Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light turns on, it may
indicate that the parking brake is applied, that
the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with
the anti-lock brake system.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac-
ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic
system. Failure of either half of the dual brake system is
indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on
when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has
dropped below a specified level.
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Vehicle Odometer Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, the odometer will
display the following messages:
door............................. Door Ajar
deck ............................. T runk Ajar
TOP nOT SECUrE ....... Convertible Top Not Secure
LoW TirE .................... LowTirePr essure
HOTOIL ............ Tr ansmission Oil Temperature
Exceeds Safe Threshold
gASCAP ....................... Fuel Cap Fault
CHAngE OIL ............... Oil Change Required
NOTE: If the instrument cluster is equipped with the
optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC),
then all warnings including ”Low Tire,” “Door Ajar” and
“Trunk Ajar” will only display in the EVIC. (Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” for spe-
cific messages). LoW TirE
When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer
display will toggle between LoW and TirE for three
cycles.
HOTOIL
When this message is displayed there is a transmission
over-temperature condition. When this condition occurs,
the “HOTOIL” message will be displayed in the odom-
eter along with a chime.
NOTE:
When this message is displayed, bring the
vehicle to a stop and idle the engine in park until the
message clears. Raising the idle of the engine slightly will
help speed up the cooling.
gASCAP
If the vehicle diagnostic system detects a leak or change
in the evaporative system, or the fuel filler cap is loose,
improperly installed, or damaged, the words “gASCAP”
will display in the odometer display area. If this occurs,
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27. Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If
EquippedThis light indicates that the transmission fluid
temperature is running hot. This may occur
with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this
light turns on, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and
run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-
ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
Continued operation with the Transmission Tem-
perature Warning Light illuminated could cause the
fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot engine or
exhaust components causing a fire that may result in
personal injury.
28. High Beam Indicator This light indicates that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer-
ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam.
29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Display — If Equipped
This display shows the EVIC messages when the appro-
priate conditions exist. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)” for further information.
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When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that:
•you do not add less than 5 gal (19 L) when refueling
•you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at
least 5 miles (8 km)
Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard
starting and/or significant deterioration in driveability
during warm up.
NOTE:
•Use seasonally adjusted E85 fuel (ASTM D5798). With
non-seasonally adjusted E85 fuel, you may experience
hard starting and rough idle following start up even if
the above recommendations are followed, especially
when the ambient temperature is below 32°F (0°C).
•Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully
compatible with E85 and may form deposits in your
engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be caused by these deposits, a supplemental gasoline
additive, such as MOPAR
Injector Cleanup or
Techron may be used.
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E85) and Gasoline Vehicles
FFV vehicles operated on E85 require specially formu-
lated engine oils. These special requirements are included
in MOPAR engine oils, and in equivalent oils meeting
Chrysler Specification MS-6395. The manufacturer only
recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet
the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395. MS-6395
contains additional requirements, developed during ex-
tensive fleet testing, to provide additional protection to
Chrysler Group LLC engines. Use MOPAR or an
equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395.
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NOTE:There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
•If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
•You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
Engine Oil Overheating — 2.4L Engine Only (If
Equipped)
During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up
long grades on hot day, the engine oil temperature may
become too hot. If this happens, the “HOTOIL” message
flashes, the vehicle speed will be reduced to 53 mph
(85 km/h) until the engine oil temperature is reduced.
NOTE: Engine speed is reduced to 53 mph (85 km/h) at
the maximum. You may of course, reduce your speed
further if needed.
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CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine
will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil
pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This
could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom-
mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the
requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 2.4L and 2.7L
Engines
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for
your vehicle.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 3.5L Engine
SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for all operating
temperatures. The engine oil filler cap also shows the
recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
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Automatic Oil Change Indicator........164,174,408
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 235
Automatic Transaxle ................ 247,250,376
Adding Fluid ................... 377,378,405
Filter ............................... 378
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 378
Fluid Level Check ................... 377,378
Interlock System .................... 252,253
Reset Mode .......................... 257
Selection Of Lubricant ................... 405
Shifting ............................. 250
Special Additives ...................... 378
Autostick ............................. 258
Back-Up Lights ......................... 398
Battery ............................... 360
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 26
Location ............................ 360
Belts, Seat ............................ 39,79Body Mechanism Lubrication
............... 364
B-Pillar Location ........................ 282
Brake Assist System ...................... 270
Brake, Parking .......................... 264
Brake System ........................... 374
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... 267
Fluid Check ....................... 374,405
Master Cylinder ....................... 374
Parking ............................. 264
Warning Light ........................ 160
Brakes ............................... 374
Brake/Transaxle Interlock .................. 252
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 77
Bulb Replacement ....................... 394
Bulbs, Light .......................... 81,394
Calibration, Compass ..................... 177
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 403
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Oil Filter Disposal..................... 359
Oil Selection ....................... 357,403
Oil Synthetic ......................... 359
Overheating .......................... 330
Starting ............................. 247
Temperature Gauge .................... 158
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 358
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 61
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 305
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 78,309
Exhaust System ....................... 78,366
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 51
Exterior Lights .......................... 81
Fabric Care ............................ 382
Filler Location Fuel .................... 158,314
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 360 Air Conditioning
.................... 241,363
Automatic Transaxle .................... 378
Engine Oil ........................ 359,404
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 359
Flashers .............................. 330
Hazard Warning ....................... 330
Turn Signal ........................ 81,128
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 128
Flat Tire Changing ....................... 332
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 338
Flexible Fuel Vehicles ..................... 310
Cruising Range ....................... 313
Engine Oil ........................... 312
Fuel Requirements .................. 310,311
Maintenance ....................... 310,313
Replacement Parts ..................... 313
Starting ............................. 313
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 248
Floor Console .......................... 149
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ShiftingAutomatic Transaxle .................... 250
Shoulder Belts ........................... 39
Side Airbag ............................. 60
Side View Mirror Adjustment ............... 110
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) .......... 241
Signals, Turn ...................... 81,128,398
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 260
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 294
Snow Tires ............................ 294
Spare Tire .......................... 289,333
Specifications Oil ................................ 357
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........135,165
Speedometer ........................... 158
Starting ............................. 27,247
Engine Fails to Start .................... 248
Remote .............................. 27
Starting and Operating .................... 247 Starting Procedures
...................... 247
Steering Column Lock ......................... 134
Power ........................... 263,264
Tilt Column .......................... 134
Wheel, Tilt ........................... 134
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls ......................... 228
Storage ............................ 149,393
Storage, Vehicle ......................... 240
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 342
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 52
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 359
System, Remote Starting .................... 27
Tachometer ............................ 162
Taillights .............................. 398
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 134
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 235
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