key battery CHRYSLER SEBRING COUPE 2004 2.G Owners Manual

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
CONTENTS
mKeys.................................23
mSentry Key............................23
mDoor locks (Manual).....................26
NTo lock the door without using the key.......26
NTo lock the door with the key
(Driver 's side only).....................27
NTo lock the door from the inside............28
mKeyless entry system.....................29
NConfirmation function...................29
NUsing the panic alarm...................31
NProcedure for replacing keyless transmitter
battery..............................32
mPower door locks........................34
NLocking and unlocking with the door lock
switch...............................34
NLocking and unlocking with key or inside lock
knob................................35
NLocking by means of the inside lock knob.....35
mTrunk lid..............................35
NRemote trunk lid release..................36
NInside emergency trunk release.............37
mFuel filler.............................39
mEngine hood release......................41
mPower windows........................43
NDriver switch..........................44
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Using the panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may
activate the alarm to call attention.
1. Press the PANIC button.
2. The headlights will blink on and off and the horn will
sound intermittently for about 3 minutes.
3. To turn off the alarm, press any button on the keyless
transmitter.
NOTE
1. The keyless entry system will not operate if the key is
in the ignition switch.
2. The keyless transmitter will operate within about 12 m
(39 ft) from the vehicle. However, the operating range
may change if the vehicle is located near a TV transmit-
ting tower, power station, or radio broadcasting station.
3. If the UNLOCK button is pressed when all doors are
closed and no door is opened within approximately 30
seconds, re-locking will automatically occur.
4. If the following conditions are observed after pressing
a keyless transmitter button, the battery in the keyless
transmitter may need to be replaced.
·The doors cannot be locked or unlocked.
·The trunk lid cannot be unlocked.
·The panic alarm cannot be operated.
5. Do not leave the keyless transmitter where it may be
exposed to heat caused by the direct rays of the sun.
6. If your transmitter is lost or damaged, please contact
an authorized dealer for a replacement.
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PANIC
switch
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7. If you wish to add another transmitter, contact an
authorized dealer. A maximum of 4 keyless transmitters
may be programmed for your vehicle.
CAUTION!
The keyless transmitter is a precision electronic
device. Therefore;
·Avoid impact to the transmitter.
·Keep the transmitter dry.
·Do not disassemble the transmitter.
Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency
subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions.
·This device may not cause harmful interference.
·This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
Procedure for replacing keyless transmitter
battery
1. Remove the transmitter case mounting screw (A) and
gently pry open the case.
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2. Remove the discharged battery from the panic button
side of the case half.
3. Install a new battery with its positive + side (2) down.
Coin type battery CR2032 used
4. Close the transmitter case firmly and tighten the
mounting screw.
5. Check the keyless entry system for operation.
NOTE
1. You may purchase a battery at any local store that sells
batteries.
2. Your authorized dealer can replace the battery for you
if necessary.
CAUTION!
When the transmitter is opened, be careful to keep
water, dust, etc. out. In addition, do not touch the
internal components.
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+side
2
-side
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CAUTION!
Be careful that hands or fingers are not trapped
when closing the engine hood.
POWER WINDOWS
NOTE
1. The windows can be operated when the ignition key is
in the ªON ºposition. The door windows can be openedor closed for a 30-second period even after the ignition
switch is turned off. However, once the driver's door or
the front passenger's door is opened, the windows can-
not be operated until the ignition switch is turned on
again.
2. Never try to operate the driver switch and passenger
switch in opposing directions at the same time. Doing so
will cause the window to freeze in position.
3. Repeated operation with the engine stopped (key
ªONº) will run down the battery. Operate the window
switches while the engine is running.
WARNING!
²Before operating the power windows, make sure
that nothing can be trapped (head, hand, finger,
etc.) in the window.
²Never leave the vehicle without removing the key.
²Never leave a child in the vehicle alone.
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Open
Close
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To tilt down
Press the sunroof switch (2).
To stop the sunroof partway, release the sunroof switch.
To open
When the sunroof switch (1) is pressed, the back of the
sunroof automatically goes up.
When the sunroof switch (1) is pressed a second time, the
sunroof automatically opens completely.
To stop the sunroof partway, press the sunroof switch (2).
To close
The sunroof closes while the sunroof switch (2) is being
pressed.
To stop the sunroof partway, release the switch.
NOTE
1. The sunroof can be operated when the ignition key is
in the ªONº position. The sunroof can be opened or
closed for a 30-second period after the ignition switch is
turned off. However, once the driver 's door or the
passenger 's door is opened, the sunroof cannot be oper-
ated until the ignition switch is turned on again.
2. If the battery cable is disconnected or the fuse is
replaced while the sunroof is open, the sunroof will not
close normally even after reconnecting the battery cable.
In this case, use the following steps.
Press the switch (2) repeatedly to close the sunroof
completely. The sunroof will resume its normal operation
after this procedure is completed.
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7. The driver should not arm the system until first
confirming that all passengers have left the vehicle. If the
driver arms the system while a passenger(s) in the
vehicle, the alarm may be activated when the passen-
ger(s) leave the vehicle.
Alarm stage
The alarm will be activated if any of the following occur
while the vehicle is parked and the system is armed.
1. The driver's or passenger 's door is opened without
using the key or the remote keyless transmitter.
2. The trunk lid is opened without using the key or the
remote keyless transmitter.
TYPE OF ALARM
When the alarm is activated:1. The headlights blink on and off for 3 minutes. After 3
minutes the headlights automatically shut off.
2. The horn will sound intermittently for 3 minutes.
NOTE: The alarm will continue to operate for 3 minutes.
At the end of that period, the alarm will automatically
shut off to save battery power. The system will then be
rearmed until the proper disarming step is taken.
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Horn sounds!
Headlights blink on and off!
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CAUTION!
Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level;
running out of fuel could cause damage to the
catalytic converter.
Front fog light indicator
This indicator illuminates while the fog
lights are on.
NOTE:Fog lights will not be operational when high
beam (headlights) are selected.
Charging system warning light
This light illuminates in the event of a
malfunction in the charging system.
This light illuminates when the ignition key
is turned to the ªONº position (engine off). When the
engine is started, the light should go off. Always be sure
that the light goes out before beginning to drive.
CAUTION!
If the charging light remains on after the engine has
started, the battery charging system may be malfunc-
tioning. In this case, take your vehicle to an autho-
rized dealer and have the system checked.
Oil pressure warning light
This light illuminates when the engine oil
pressure is below normal. If the light stays
on while driving, stop the engine as soon as possible and
do not drive until the cause of the low oil pressure is
corrected.
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CAUTION!
²Prolonged driving with the malfunction indicator
light on may result in further damage to the
emission control system. Continued driving could
also affect fuel economy and driveability.
²If the light does not illuminate when the ignition
key is turned to the ªONº position (bulb check),
have the system checked at an authorized dealer.
NOTE: Do not disconnect the battery cable when the
Malfunction indicator light (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) is
ON.
The engine electronic control module stores critical OBD
data, which may be lost if the battery is disconnected.
This can make rapid diagnosis more difficult.
If the fuel tank filler cap is not secured properly, the
light may come on. Be sure the fuel tank filler tube cap
is tightened every time you add fuel. (Turn the fuel
tank filler cap clockwise until you hear clicking
sounds.)Overheating warning light
If the warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, it is possible that the
engine is overheated.
Immediately park your vehicle in a safe
place and make the necessary corrections.
(Refer to ``Engine overheating'' on page 272.)
While driving, care should always be taken to maintain
the normal operating temperature.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-air bag
warning light
This light illuminates when the Supplemen-
tal Restraint System-air bag is not working
properly. It will also illuminate for about 7
seconds after the ignition key is turned to the ªONº
position or after the engine is started. The light should
then go out.
Check the light every time the vehicle is started.
If it does not illuminate, or stays on for more than
approximately 7 seconds after the ignition key is turned
ªONº or after the engine is started, or if it comes on while
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COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, DIMMER AND
TURN SIGNAL LEVER
Headlights
Rotate the switch to operate the lights.
OFF - All lights off
- Parking, tail, front and rear side marker, license
plate and instrument panel lights on
- Headlights and other lights on
NOTE: Do not leave the headlights and other lamps on
for a long time while the engine is not running. A
discharged battery could result.
Light auto-cutout feature (headlights, fog lights,
etc.)
1. This feature will help prevent a discharged battery. If
the headlamps are left on ª
ºorªº when leaving
the vehicle (ignition key removed, in ªACCº or ªLOCKº
position), the lights will stay on for approximately 10
minutes and then turn off.
2. If the light switch is turned to ON ª
ºorªº
again, the light auto-cutout will not function and the
headlamps will stay on.
When you want to keep the lights on (time delay):
The lights can be made to stay on for about 60 seconds
after the driver leaves the vehicle. This feature provides
the safety of headlight illumination when leaving your
vehicle in an unlighted area.E11A0320
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