brakes CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN 2008 3.G User Guide

WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to an injury accident.
Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing
as safe as possible:
Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and that it will not shift during travel. When traile-
ring cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load
shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to
control. You could lose control of your vehicle and
have an accident.
•When hauling cargo, or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause
a loss of control, poor performance, or damage to
brakes, axle, engine, transaxle, steering, suspension,
chassis structure, or tires.
•Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the
frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.
•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.
When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow
vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transaxle in P
for Park. Always, block orchockthe trailer wheels.
•GCWR must not be exceeded.
•Total weight must be distributed between the tow
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:
1. GVWR
2. GTW
3. GAWR
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4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized
(This requirement may limit the ability to always
achieve 10% of tongue weight as a percentage of total
trailer weight).
Towing Requirements — Tires
•
Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
•Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to the
“Tires — General Information” in this section for
information on tire pressures and for proper tire
inflation procedures.
•Also, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation
pressures before trailer usage.
•Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires — GeneralInformation” in this section for information on tread
wear indicators and for proper inspection procedure.
•When replacing tires, refer to “Tires — General Infor-
mation” in this section for information on replacement
tires and for proper tire replacement procedures. Re-
placing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will
not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
•
Donotinterconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
•An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with
a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
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•Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000
lbs (450 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000
lbs (907 kg).
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes, and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy-
draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-
tem and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes
when you need them and could have an accident.
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis-
tance. When towing, you should allow for additional
space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front
of you. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector.
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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.
Brake And Power Steering Hoses
When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance,
inspect the surface of the hoses and nylon tubing for
evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle
rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and excessive swell-
ing suggest deterioration of the rubber. Particular attention
should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest
to high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
NOTE:
•Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid, and
brake fluid are used during assembly plant operations
to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. Therefore,
oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not necessarily
an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of hot fluid
when systems are under pressure (during vehicle
operation) should be noted before a hose is replaced
based on leakage.
•Inspect the brake hoses whenever the brake system is
serviced and at every engine oil change. Inspect hy-
draulic brake hoses for surface cracking, scuffing, or
worn spots. If there is any evidence of cracking,
scuffing, or worn spots, the hose should be replaced
immediately! Eventual deterioration of the hose can
take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failure.
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CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
26 —15 Amp
Lt. BlueAuto Shutdown (ASD)
Relay Feed 2
27 —10 Amp
RedIgnition Run — Occu-
pant Classification
Module (OCM)/
Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC)
28 —10 Amp
RedIgnition Run — Occu-
pant Classification
Module (OCM)/
Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC)
29 — —Hot Car (No Fuse Re-
quired)
30 —20 Amp
YellowIgnition Run — Heated
Seats - If EquippedCavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
31 —10 Amp
Red—
3230 Amp
Pink—Auto Shutdown (ASD)
Relay Feed 1
33 —10 Amp
RedBattery Feed — Switch
Bank/Diagnostic Link
Connector/Powertrain
Control Module (PCM)
3430 Amp
Pink—Battery Feed — Anti-
Lock Brakes (ABS)
Module - if equipped/
Electronic Stability Pro-
gram (ESP) Module - If
Equipped
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CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
3540 Amp
Green—Battery Feed — Anti-
Lock Brakes (ABS)
Module - If Equipped/
Electronic Stability Pro-
gram (ESP) Module - If
Equipped
3630 Amp
Pink—Battery Feed — Pas-
senger Door Module
(PDM)/Driver Door
Module (DDM)
37 —25 Amp
Clear—CAUTION!
•When installing the Totally Integrated Power
Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to
do so may allow water to get into the Totally
Integrated Power Module, and possibly result in
an electrical system failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
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Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 86
Automatic Door Locks................... 31,32
Automatic Oil Change Indicator........175,185,434
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 248
Automatic Transaxle.............. 13,264,270,403
Adding Fluid...................403,404,432
Filter ............................... 405
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 405
Fluid Level Check...................403,404
Interlock System....................... 272
Reset Mode.......................... 275
Selection Of Lubricant................... 432
Shifting ............................. 273
Special Additives...................... 405
Autostick............................. 275
Back-Up Lights......................... 424
BallJoints ............................. 391
Battery............................... 387Gas Caution.......................... 387
Jump Starting......................... 29
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Location............................ 387
Bearings.............................. 406
Belts,Drive ............................ 384
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 392
B-Pillar Location........................ 299
Brake Assist System...................... 286
Brake, Parking.......................... 277
Brake System........................281,400
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 282
Fluid Check.......................402,432
Hoses.............................. 401
Master Cylinder....................... 402
Parking............................. 277
Warning Light........................ 178
Brakes.............................281,400
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 272
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Seat Belt Reminder..................... 173
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 19
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 173
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........... 314
Traction Control....................... 287
Turn Signal..................135,179,422,424
Voltage............................. 173
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 172
Loading Vehicle......................335,337
Capacities........................... 337
Tires ............................... 299
Locks
Auto Unlock.......................... 32
Child Protection........................ 33
Power Door........................... 31
Low Tire Pressure System.................. 314
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 73
Lubrication, Body....................... 392Lumbar Support........................ 124
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 387
Maintenance, General..................... 380
Maintenance Procedures................... 380
Maintenance Schedule.................... 434
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 182,378
Manual, Service......................... 447
Map/Reading Lights..................... 131
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 402
Methanol............................. 324
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 186
Mirrors ................................ 85
Automatic Dimming..................... 86
Electric Powered....................... 87
Outside.............................. 88
Rearview............................. 85
Vanity ............................... 89
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
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Bearings.............................. 406
Belts,Drive ............................ 384
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 392
B-Pillar Location........................ 299
Brake Assist System...................... 286
Brake, Parking.......................... 277
Brake System........................281,400
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 282
Fluid Check.......................402,432
Hoses.............................. 401
Master Cylinder....................... 402
Parking............................. 277
Warning Light........................ 178
Brakes.............................281,400
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 272
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 78
Bulb Replacement.....................417,418
Bulbs,Light ............................ 417Calibration, Compass..................... 188
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)......... 20
Capacities, Fluid........................ 429
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 332
Oil (Engine)..................374,375,376,383
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 397
Car Washes............................ 407
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 327
Cargo Area Features...................... 162
Cargo Compartment...................... 162
Cargo Load Floor........................ 162
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 162
Catalytic Converter...................... 385
Caution, Exhaust Gas...................... 78
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............222,225
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 242
Cellular Phone.................. 89,225,227,242
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 428
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Maintenance, General..................... 380
Maintenance Procedures................... 380
Maintenance Schedule.................... 434
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 182,378
Manual, Service......................... 447
Map/Reading Lights..................... 131
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 402
Methanol............................. 324
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 186
Mirrors ................................ 85
Automatic Dimming..................... 86
Electric Powered....................... 87
Outside.............................. 88
Rearview............................. 85
Vanity ............................... 89
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 314
Mopar Parts.........................379,446
MP3 Player.........................222,225MTBE/ETBE........................... 324
Navigation Radio........................ 225
Navigation System....................... 225
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 78
Occupant Restraints..................... 59,62
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)......... 40,54,55,59,61
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 323
Odometer............................. 174
Trip .............................174,176
Oil Change Indicator................175,185,434
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..............175,185
Oil, Engine.........................380,430
Capacity............................ 429
Change Interval...............175,185,382,434
Checking............................ 380
Dipstick............................. 380
Disposal............................ 384
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