timing belt CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN 2005 2.G Owners Manual

WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, to the manufacturer’s specifications, should be
obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected for prolonged period.
Engine Timing Belt
Replace the engine timing belt (2.4L Only) at the intervals
described in the appropriate maintenance schedule.
Crankcase Emission Control System
Proper operation of this system depends on freedom
from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle
mileage builds up, the Positive Crankshaft Ventilation
(PCV) valve and passages may accumulate deposits. If a
valve is not working properly, replace it with a new
valve. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV
VALVE!
Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or
plugging deposits. Replace if necessary.
Maintenance-Free Battery
The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-
nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is
periodic maintenance required.
212 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000
(Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not
replaced at 3 months.XXXXX X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if
necessary.*XXXXX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect and check tension for power steering
belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if re-
quired.X
Replace theengine timing belton 2.4 liter
engine. *X
Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings,
rotors, rear drums and shoes.X
Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter engine. ** X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*‡X
Rotate the tires. X X 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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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
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