check engine CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN 2005 2.G Owner's Guide

Miles 144,000 147,000 150,000
(Kilometers) (232 000) (237 000) (241 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3
months.XXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if necessary.* X X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugson the 2.4 liter engine. ** X
Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums
and shoes.X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV valve.*‡X
Rotate the tires.X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
** Except for the 2.4 liter Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle
(PZEV).
*** 2.4 liter PZEV only.‡This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
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Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000
(Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000)
[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XXXXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if
required.*XXX XX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect and check tension for power steering
belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if re-
quired.X
Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings,
rotors, rear drums and shoes.XX
Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter engine. ** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60
months, if not done at 100,000 miles.X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*X
Replace theignition cableson 2.4 liter en-
gine. **X
Replace the accessory drive belts in 2.7 liter
engine.X
Rotate the tires. X XXXXX
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Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] [105]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXX X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace
if required.*XXXX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake pads,
linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes.X
Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter en-
gine. **X
Replace thespark plugson 2.7 liter en-
gine.X
Check and replace, if necessary, the
PCV valve.*‡X
Check and retension alternator drive
belts on 2.7 liter engine.X
Replace the accessory drive belts on
2.4L engine.X
Replace theignition cableson 2.4 liter
engine. ***X
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Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000
(Kilometers) (174 000) (183 000) (193 000) (203 000) (212 000) (222 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120] [126] [132] [138]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XXXXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if
required.*X X XXX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings,
rotors, rear drums and shoes.XX
Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter engine. ** X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*‡X
Replace theengine timing belton 2.4 liter
engine.**X
Replace the accessory drive belts in 2.7 liter
engine.X
Replace theignition cableson 2.4 liter en-
gine. **X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 120
months, if not done at 100,000 miles.X
Rotate the tires. X XXXXX
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Miles144,000 150,000
(Kilometers) (232 000) (241 000)
[Months][144] [150]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if required.* X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV valve.*‡X
Replace theengine timing belton 2.4 liter engine.*** X
Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter engine. ** X
Rotate the tires. X X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
** Except for the 2.4 liter Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle
(PZEV).
*** 2.4 liter PZEV only.
‡This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
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About Your Brakes...................... 153
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............. 153
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 222
Adding Fuel.......................... 178
Adding Washer Fluid.................... 218
Additives, Fuel........................ 176
Aiming Headlights...................... 243
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 211
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 214
Air Conditioning....................126,133
Air Conditioning Controls................ 126
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........132,138
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 215
Air Conditioning System..............133,214
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 165
Airbag................................ 34
Airbag Deployment....................37,38
Airbag Light...................37,38,40,49,90
Airbag Maintenance...................... 40
Airbag, Side........................... 39
Airbag, Window......................34,39
Alarm Light............................ 95
Alarm, Panic........................... 21Alarm System.......................... 23
Alignment and Balance.................. 171
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........221,222,243
Capacities........................... 243
Disposal............................ 223
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 153
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 93
Anti-Theft Security Alarm................. 23
Appearance Care....................... 229
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 56
Automatic Door Locks..................17,18
Automatic Headlights.................... 67
Automatic Temperature Control............ 126
Automatic Transaxle............147,149,227,244
Adding Fluid........................ 244
Filter.............................. 228
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 228
Fluid Level Check..................... 228
Interlock System....................12,148
Reset Mode......................... 149
Selection Of Lubricant...............227,244
Shifting............................ 149
278 INDEX

Special Additives..................... 229
Autostick............................. 173
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 81
Ball Joints............................ 216
Battery............................... 212
Emergency Starting.................... 192
Gas Caution......................194,213
Heater............................. 146
Jump Starting........................ 192
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 22
Location.........................192,213
Belts, Drive........................... 210
Belts, Engine.......................... 212
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 216
B-Pillar Location....................... 160
Brake, Parking......................... 151
Brake System.......................153,224
Anti-Lock........................... 153
Fluid Check......................... 226
Hoses.............................. 225
Master Cylinder...................... 226
Warning Light........................ 94Brake/Transmission Interlock...........147,149
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 48
Bulb Replacement...................237,239
Bulbs, Light........................... 237
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...... 243
Capacities, Fluid....................... 243
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 178
Oil (Engine)......................... 209
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 222
Car Washes........................... 230
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 177
Carpeting............................. 231
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 124
Cassette Tape Player...............101,109,112
Catalytic Converter..................... 211
CD Changer..................108,113,118,120
CD Player....................106,114,116,124
Center High Mounted Stop Light........... 241
Central Locking......................... 17
Chains, Tire........................... 171
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 187
INDEX 279
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Charging System Light................... 91
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 157
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............. 204
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............ 48
Child Restraint...................40,43,45,46
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 45
Child Safety Locks....................... 18
Cigar Lighter........................... 99
Circuit Breakers........................ 234
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 175
Cleaning
Glass.............................. 232
Headlights.......................... 232
Instrument Panel..................... 233
WoodTrim .......................... 233
Climate Control........................ 126
Clock................................. 99
Coin Holder........................... 54
Compact Disc Changer................... 120
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 125
Compact Disc Player.................101,106
Compact Spare Tire..................... 167Compass.............................. 95
Compass Calibration..................... 97
Console............................... 54
Console, Floor.......................... 54
Contract, Service....................... 270
Coolant Pressure Cap.................... 222
Cooling System........................ 220
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 222
Coolant Capacity..................... 243
Coolant Level.....................220,223
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 223
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 221
Inspection........................... 220
Points to Remember................... 223
Pressure Cap........................ 222
Radiator Cap........................ 222
Rubber and Plastic Components.......... 224
Selection of Coolant.............221,243,244
Corrosion Protection.................... 229
Crankcase Emission Control System......... 212
Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 71
Cruise Light........................... 90
Customer Assistance.................... 268
280 INDEX

Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights.......... 65
Daytime Running Lights.................. 67
Dealer Service......................... 205
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 136
Defroster, Windshield...............49,130,135
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 203
Dimmer Control........................ 64
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 68
Dipsticks
Automatic Transaxle................... 228
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 223
Engine Oil.......................... 210
Door Ajar Warning...................... 17
Door Locks............................ 15
Door Locks, Automatic................... 17
Door Opener, Garage..................... 74
Drive Belts............................ 210
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 195
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary................. 81
Electrical Power Outlets................... 81Electronic Speed Control.................. 71
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 196
Jacking............................. 187
Jump Starting........................ 192
Overheating......................... 186
Towing............................. 196
Emergency Trunk Release...............24,25
Emission Control System Maintenance....204,246
Engine............................201,202
Air Cleaner Filter..................... 211
Block Heater......................... 146
Break-In Recommendations............... 48
Checking Oil Level.................... 206
Compartment.....................201,202
Coolant (Antifreeze)................220,244
Cooling............................ 220
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 177
Fails to Start......................... 146
Fuel Requirements.................174,243
Oil ..........................206,243,244
Oil Change Interval................... 207
Oil Selection......................208,243
INDEX 281
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Oil Synthetic......................... 209
Overheating......................... 186
Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle for 2.4 Liter . . 246
Timing Belt.......................... 212
Engine Oil Viscosity..................... 243
Entry System, Illuminated................. 15
Exhaust Gas Caution...............48,177,219
Exhaust System........................ 219
Exterior Light Service.................... 237
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 211
Automatic Transaxle................... 228
Engine Fuel......................... 211
Engine Oil.......................210,244
Engine Oil Disposal................... 210
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 186
Turn Signal.......................... 91
Flash-To-Pass........................... 68
Flat Tire Changing...................... 187
Flexible Fuel Vehicles.................... 181
Cruising Range....................... 184Engine Oil.......................182,209
Fuel Requirements.................... 182
Maintenance......................... 184
Replacement Parts.................... 184
Starting............................ 184
Floor Console.......................... 54
Fluid, Brake........................... 244
Fluid Capacities........................ 243
Fluid Leaks............................ 49
Fluid Level Checks...................... 228
Automatic Transaxle................... 228
Capacities........................... 243
Cooling System....................... 220
Engine Oil.......................... 206
Power Steering....................... 215
Fluids............................... 244
Fog Light Service....................... 240
Fog Lights........................67,92,240
Folding Rear Seat....................... 62
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 196
Fuel................................. 174
Adding............................. 178
Additives........................... 176
282 INDEX