CHRYSLER SEBRING COUPE 2005 2.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
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INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING..................................................21
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SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS..........................55
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS.............................................103
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STARTING AND DRIVING...................................................141
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FOR PLEASANT DRIVING...................................................205
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VEHICLE CARE.............................................................249
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EMERGENCIES.............................................................259
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MAINTENANCE...........................................................305
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SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................369
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.......................................377
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INDEX...................................................................387
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
mIntroduction........................... 4
mHow To Use This Manual................. 4
mWarnings, Cautions And Notes............. 5
mVehicle Identification Number.............. 5
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE:After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your manufac-
turers dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-
trained technicians and genuine Mopartparts, and is
interested in your satisfaction.
This manual includes instructions for standard and op-
tional equipment available at the time this manual was
printed. The manufacturer reserves the right to make
changes in design and specifications and to make addi-
tions or improvements in its product without imposing
any obligations upon itself to install them on previously
manufactured products.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
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WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES
This manual containsWARNINGSagainst operating
procedures which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also containsCAUTIONSagainst procedures
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. Notes
are provided as helpful information.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on a
stamped plate located on the driver's front corner of the
instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This
number also appears on the vehicle registration or title.
WARNING!
This product contains or emits chemicals known to
the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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Overview - Instruments and controls
1. Instrument cluster!p. 106
2. Ignition switch!p. 1493. Supplemental restraint system-air bag
(For driver 's seat)!p. 89
Horn switch!p. 132
4. Hazard warning flasher switch!p. 124
5. Windshield wiper and washer switch!p. 126
6. Vents!p. 235
7. Supplemental restraint system-air bag
(For front passenger 's seat)!p. 89
8. Audio!p219
9. Rear window defroster switch!p. 125
10. Air conditioning!p. 236
11. Fog light switch!p. 123
12. Hood release lever!p. 41
13. Instrument panel light dimmer control!p. 125
14. Combination headlight, dimmer and turn-signal
lever!p. 120
15. Cruise control lever!p. 189
16. Accessory socket!p. 211
17. Parking brake lever!p. 169
18. Gearshift or selector lever!p. 153, 158
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Interior
1. Seat belt!p. 68
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (for front
seats)!p. 732. Remote trunk lid release!p. 36
3. Power window switch!p. 43
4. Window lock switch!p. 45
5. Electric remote-controlled outside mirror
switch!p. 188
6. Power door lock switch!p. 34
7. Sun visor!p. 209
8. Sunroof switch (for vehicles with sunroof)!p. 46
Dome light (for vehicles without sunroof)!p. 129
9. Inside day/night rearview mirror!p. 177
Electrochromic inside rearview mirror (if so equipped)
!p. 178
Dome light (for vehicles with sunroof)
10. Vanity mirror!p. 210
11. Glove compartment!p. 214
12. Cup holder (for rear seat)!p. 212
13. Rear seat!p. 66
14. Center console with lid!p. 215
15. Supplemental restraint system-side air bag!p. 89
(for front seats, if so equipped)
16. Cup holder (for front seats)!p. 212
17. Front seat!p. 57
18. Ash receptacle receiver.
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Outside
1. Engine compartment!p. 257
Engine hood!p. 412. Windshield wiper and washer!p. 126
3. Sunroof (if so equipped)!p. 46
4. Outside rear-view mirrors!p. 188
5. Whip antenna!p. 219
6. Headlights!p. 120, 292, 293
7. Front turn signal lights and parking lights
!p. 120, 295
8. Fog lights!p. 123
9. Front side marker lights!p. 296
10. Tire inflation pressure!p. 336
Changing tires!p. 268
Tire rotation!p. 344
Tire chains!p. 345
Wheel covers (if so equipped)!p. 266
11. Locking and unlocking!p. 26
Keyless entry system!p. 29
12. Stop and tail lights!p. 298
13. High-mounted stop lights!p. 300
14. Trunk lid!p. 35
15. License plate lights!p. 300
16. Back up lights!p. 298
17. Rear turn signal lights!p. 298
18. Rear side-marker lights!p. 298
19. Fuel filler!p. 39
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Trunk Area1. Inside emergency trunk release handle!p. 37
2. Trunk light!p. 301
3. Jack!p. 265
4. Spare tire!p. 265
5. Tools!p. 264
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QUICK INDEX
If this warning light comes on¼
NOTE:These warning lights will illuminate for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition key is first turned on.
Warning light Do this Ref. page
´Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine.
Test the system as described on page 113.
´If the light does not go out after the test, or if it illumi-
nates again, have your vehicle inspected at an autho-
rized dealer.
´When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is
not functioning and only the ordinary braking system is
functioning.P. 1 1 3
Anti-lock braking system
´If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the
parking brake is fully released.
´If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake,
stop and check the brake fluid level is correct.
´If the brake fluid level is correct, call an authorized
dealer for assistance.P. 1 1 7
Brake warning light
´If this light comes on while driving, park your vehicle in
a safe place and stop the engine immediately.
Call an authorized dealer for assistance.P. 1 1 4
Oil pressure warning light
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