alarm CHRYSLER SEBRING COUPE 2005 2.G User Guide

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.
Alarm deactivation
The alarm can be deactivated in the following ways.
1. By turning the key (in the driver's or passenger 's
door) in either direction (toward lock or unlock).
2. By using the remote keyless transmitter to lock or
unlock the door or trunk lid.
F30A0020
Horn sounds!
Headlights blink on and off!
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Disarmed stage
The system will be disarmed when either of the following
steps are taken:
1. The front driver's door, passenger's door or the trunk
lid is unlocked by using the key or the remote keyless
transmitter.
2. The ignition key is turned to the ªACCº or ªON º
position.3. If the UNLOCK button is pressed when all doors are
closed and no door is opened within approximately 30
seconds, re-arming will automatically occur.
NOTE: Once the system has been disarmed, it cannot be
rearmed except by repeating the arming procedure.
Testing the theft-alarm system
Use the following procedure to test the system:
1. Lower the driver's window.
2. Arm the system as explained in ªArmed stageº.
3. Make sure that the theft-alarm indicator illuminates
and goes off in approximately 20 seconds.
4. Wait a few seconds and then unlock the driver's side
door by using the inside door lock knob and opening the
door.
5. Check to be sure that the horn sounds intermittently
and the headlights blink on and off when the door is
opened.
F30A0040T
Disarm....by key (or by keyless transmitter)
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6. Disarm the system by unlocking the front driver's
door, passenger's door or the trunk lid by using the key
or the remote keyless transmitter.
NOTE: To make sure the alarm sounds when the trunk
lid is opened, open the trunk lid by using the trunk lid
release lever.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
CONTENTS
mInstrument cluster......................106
NMeter cluster.........................106
NIndicator and warning light package........107
NSpeedometer.........................108
NTachometer..........................108
NFuel gauge..........................109
NOdometer/Trip odometer................110
NEngine coolant temperature gauge..........111
NTurn signal indicators/hazard warning lights . . 112
NHigh beam indicator...................112
NTheft-alarm indicator...................112
NDoor-ajar warning light and chime.........112NAnti-lock braking system warning light
(if so equipped).......................113
NCruise/speed control indicator............189
NLow-fuel warning light and chime..........113
NFront fog light indicator.................114
NCharging system warning light............114
NOil pressure warning light...............114
NMalfunction indicator light
(SERVICE ENGINE SOON)...............115
NSupplemental Restraint System (SRS)-air bag
warning light.........................116
NBrake warning light....................117
NSeat belt reminder/warning light...........118
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11. High beam indicator!P. 1 1 2
12. Cruise control indicator!P. 1 1 3
13. Theft-alarm indicator!P. 1 1 2
14. Malfunction indicator light
(SERVICE ENGINE SOON)!P. 1 1 5
15. Oil pressure warning light!P. 1 1 4
16. Charging system warning light!P. 1 1 4
17. Overheating warning light!P. 1 1 6
18. Traction control system warning light
(if so equipped)!P. 1 1 9
19. Automatic transaxle indicator
(Vehicles with Autostick automatic transaxle-if so
equipped)!P. 1 1 9
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.
·The outer scale indicates miles per hour.
·The inner scale indicates kilometers per hour.
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine revolutions per minute.
This allows the driver to determine the most efficient
gear range and engine speed combinations.
D04A0500
2.4 liter
engine3.0 liter
engine
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CAUTION!
While driving, care should always be taken to main-
tain normal engine operating temperature. If the
indicator enters the ªHº (hot) position while driving,
the engine is overheating. (Refer to ªEngine over-
heatingº on page 277.)
Turn signal indicators/hazard warning lights
The arrow will flash in unison with the
corresponding exterior turn signals when
the turn signal lever is operated.
Both arrows will flash intermittently when the hazard
warning flasher switch is pressed.
NOTE: If the signal indicator blinks too fast, the cause
may be a faulty turn-signal connection or faulty lamp
bulb.
High beam indicator
A blue light illuminates when the head-
lights are on high beam.
Theft-alarm indicator
When the theft-alarm system has been
armed, the indicator located in the instru-
ment cluster will illuminate and go off in 20
seconds, indicating the system is armed. (See ªTheft-
alarm systemº on page 48.)
Door-ajar warning light and chime
This light illuminates when any door is
open or not completely closed.
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5
mph (8 km/h) and the door is open or ajar,
a chime will sound to inform the driver that
the door is not properly shut.
CAUTION!
Before driving, check to ensure that the door-ajar
warning light is off.
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NGear positions........................156
NDriving speed
(Vehicles with automatic transaxle).........157
NHolding on an upgrade.................157
NTransaxle reset mode...................158
mAutomatic transaxle Autostick
(if so equipped)
........................158
NSelector lever operation.................159
NIndicator lights.......................161
NSelector positions (Main gate).............162
NSelector positions Manual gate Autostick.....163
NHolding on an upgrade.................165
NTransaxle reset mode...................166
mManual transaxle (if so equipped)..........166
NTo start.............................167
NProper shift points.....................167NRecommended downshifting speed.........169
NDriving precautions....................169
mParking brake.........................169
mBrake pedal...........................171
mPower brakes.........................172
mBrake pad wear alarm...................172
mAnti-lock braking (ABS) system
(if so equipped)
........................173
NGeneral driving hints
(standard/anti-lock brakes)...............173
mSteering wheel tilt lock lever..............175
mPower steering........................176
mInside Day/Night rearview mirrors.........177
NElectrochromic inside rearview mirror
(if so equipped).......................178
NElectrochromic mirror operation
(if so equipped).......................179
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THEFT PROTECTION
CAUTION!
Always remove the key from the ignition switch and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lighted
area.
The ignition key can only be removed in the ªLOCKº
position. If the key is left in the lock cylinder, a warning
chime sounds when the driver's door is opened.
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a Theft-alarm
system, refer to ªTheft-alarm systemº.
STEERING LOCK
Withdraw the key and the steering wheel will be locked.
Turn the steering wheel to confirm that it is locked.
CAUTION!
If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the key to the
(ACC(position to unlock the steering wheel.
STARTING
Tips for starting
1. Do not operate the starter motor continuously for
longer than 15 seconds at a time; doing so could run
down the battery. If the engine does not start, turn the
ignition switch back to ªLOCKº, wait a few seconds, and
then try again.
2. If the engine will not start because the battery is weak
or dead, refer to ªJump-starting the engineº section (page
278) for instructions on starting the engine.
3. The engine is well warmed up if the pointer of the
coolant temperature gauge starts to move. Extended
warm up operation will result in excessive fuel consump-
tion.
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WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn't have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
POWER BRAKES
Your vehicle is equipped with power brakes as standard
equipment. In the event you lose power assist for any
reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the
engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort
required to brake the vehicle will be substantially in-
creased over that required with the power system oper-
ating.
If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa-
bility, the remaining system will still function with some
loss of overall braking effectiveness. This will be evidentby increased pedal travel during application, greater
pedal force required to slow or stop, and activation of the
Brake Warning Lamp during brake use.
WARNING!
²Never coast downhill with the engine OFF. Keep
the engine running whenever the vehicle is in
motion. If the engine is stopped while driving, the
power assist servomechanism will cease to func-
tion and braking efficiency will deteriorate.
²If power assist is lost or if either brake hydraulic
systems lose normal capability, take your vehicle
to an authorized dealer immediately.
BRAKE PAD WEAR ALARM
The disc brakes are equipped with an alarm device that
produces a metallic sound (squeal) when the brake pads
have worn down to the serviceable limit. If you hear this
sound, have the brake pads replaced at an authorized dealer.
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Accessory boxes........................ 213
Accessory (installation)................... 248
Adding Fuel.......................... 147
Air cleaner filter........................ 312
Air conditioning........................ 236
Aluminum wheel....................... 257
Antenna.............................. 219
Anti-lock braking system warning light . . . 107,113
Assist-starting procedures if battery is low.... 278
Automatic transaxle indicator.............. 119
Automatic transaxle oil temperature
warning light.......................... 107
Automatic transaxle
Automatic transaxle fluid............... 325
Driving speed........................ 157
Gear positions....................... 156
Holding on an upgrade................ 165
Oil temperature warning light............ 107
Parking............................ 169
Reset Mode.......................158,166
Selector lever operation................. 153
Automatic transmission.................. 158
Autostick............................. 163Ball joint, steering linkage seal and drive
shaft boots............................ 327
Battery............................... 321
Charging system warning light........107,114
During cold weather................... 202
Specification......................... 372
Brake pad wear alarm................... 172
Brake System.......................... 172
Fluid.............................. 319
Hose.............................. 327
Parking brake.....................169,330
Pedal.............................. 171
Power brakes........................ 172
Warning light........................ 117
Warning sound for brake pad wear........ 172
Brake
Parking brake........................ 330
Pedal.............................. 171
Break-in recommendations................ 144
Bulb chart.........................291,292
Car preparation before driving............. 199
Cargo loads........................... 343
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