2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE brake light

TRACTION CONTROL Ð IF EQUIPPED
The Traction Control System reduces wheel
slip and maintains traction at the driving
(front) wheels. The system reduces wheel slip
by engaging the brake on the wheel that is
losing traction while spinning. The traction system oper-
ates at speeds below 35 mph (56 km/h).The system is always in the ªstand byº mode unless:
²The Traction Control switch has been used to turn the
system off;
²There is an Anti-Lock Brake or Traction System mal-
function;
²The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to
the brake system due to overheated brake tempera-
tures.
NOTE:Extended heavy use of Traction Control may
cause the system to deactivate and turn on the Traction
Control indicator located in the instrument cluster.
This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is
a normal condition. After cooling, the system will auto-
matically reactivate and turn off the Traction Control
Light.
144 STARTING AND OPERATING

²The ªDº range can be selected when towing. However,
if frquent shifting occurs while in this range, the ª3º
range must be selected.
NOTE:Using the ª3º range while operating the vehicle
under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor-
mance and extend tranaxle life by reducing excessive
shifting and heat build up.
WARNING!
Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic
brake lines can overload your brake system and
cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you
need them and could have an accident.
²Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
²Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer
size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are
recommended for motoring safety.
²The automatic transaxle fluid and filter should be
changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more
than 45 minutes of continuous operation. See Schedule
ªBº in section 8 of this manual for transaxle fluid
change intervals.
NOTE:Check the automatic transaxle fluid level before
towing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt odor, shows the
need for a transmission fluid and filter change.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Autostick. By using
the Autostick modes, and slecting a specific gear range,
frequent shifting can be avoided. The highest gear range
should be selected that allows for adequate performance.
For example, choose ª4º if the desired speed can be
maintaned. Choose ª3º or ª2º if needed to maintain the
desired speed.
NOTE:Extended driving at high RPM should be
avoided to prevent excess heat generation. A reduction in
vehicle speed may be required to avoid extended driving
at high RPM. Return to a higher gear range or vehicle
speed when road conditions and RPM level allows.
STARTING AND OPERATING 167
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Cavity Fuse Circuit
1 30 Amp Green Blower Motor
2 10 Amp Red Right High Beam Headlight,
High Beam Indicator
3 10 Amp Red Left High Beam Headlight
4 15 Amp Blue Power Door Lock Switch Illu-
mination, Power Top Switch,
Transmission Range Switch,
Daytime Running Light Mod-
ule (Canada), Power Win-
dows, Anti-lock Brake Sys-
tem Module
5 10 Amp Red Power Door Lock and Door
Lock Arm/Disarm Switches,
Vanity, Reading, Map, Rear
Seating, Ignition, and Trunk
Lights, Illuminated Entry,
Radio, Power Antenna, Data
Link Connector, Body Con-
trol Module, Power Amplifier
6 10 Amp Red Heated Rear Window Indica-
tor
7 20 Amp Yel-
lowInstrument cluster illumina-
tion, Park and tail Lights
8 20 Amp Yel-
lowPower Receptacle, Horns,
Ignition, Fuel, StartCavity Fuse Circuit
9 15 Amp Blue Power Door Lock Motors
(Body Control Module)
10 20 Amp Yel-
lowDaytime Running Light Mod-
ule (Canada)
11 10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster, Transmis-
sion Control, Park/Neutral
Switch, Body Control Module
12 10 Amp Red Left Low beam Headlight
13 20 Amp Yel-
lowRight Low Beam Headlight,
Fog Light Switch
14 10 Amp Red Radio
15 10 Amp Red Turn Signal and Hazard
Flashers, Wiper Switch, Seat
Belt Control Module, Wiper
Relays, Rear Window De-
froster Relay
16 10 Amp Red Airbag Control Module
17 10 Amp Airbag Control Module
18 20 Amp
C/BRKRPower Seat Switch, Remote
Trunk Release
19 30 Amp
C/BRKRPower Windows
224 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

At Each Stop for Fuel
²
Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
²
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transaxle and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
²Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
²
Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake linings, hoses and calipers.
²Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension
components.
²Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
²Check the brake master cylinder fluid level.
²Check the manual transmission fluid level.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
²Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on
Schedule ªAº 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or every other
interval shown on Schedule ªBº 6,000 miles (10 000
km).
NOTE:In 2.7L Engines equipped with Flex Fuel Engine
(FFV), change engine oil every 5 months or 5,000 miles,
whichever comes first. This applies to both Maintenance
Schedule A and B.
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About Your Brakes...................... 142
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 208
Adding Fuel.......................... 164
Aiming Headlights...................... 232
Air Cleaner, Engine..................... 198
Air Conditioning....................... 122
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 126
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 202
Air Conditioning System..............122,201
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 153
Airbag................................ 29
Airbag Deployment...................... 32
Airbag Light.....................32,34,43,87
Airbag Maintenance...................... 34
Alarm, Panic........................... 17
Alarm System........................19,92
Alignment and Balance.................. 158
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 6
Antifreeze Disposal..................... 209
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 208
Capacities........................... 232
Anti-Lock Brake System.................. 142
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 90Anti-Theft Security Alarm................. 19
Appearance Care....................... 216
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 56
Automatic Door Locks.................... 14
Automatic Transaxle...............135,186,213
Filter.............................. 215
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 215
Fluid Level Check..................... 214
Interlock System....................10,136
Reset Mode......................... 137
Selection Of Lubricant................. 214
Shifting............................ 137
Special Additives..................... 215
Autostick............................. 160
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 78
Ball Joints............................ 203
Battery............................... 200
Emergency Starting.................... 181
Gas Caution......................183,201
Heater............................. 134
Jump Starting........................ 181
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 18
260 INDEX

Location.........................181,200
Belts, Drive........................... 198
Belts, Engine.......................... 200
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 203
Boot, Convertible Top.................... 50
B-Pillar Location....................... 149
Brake, Parking......................... 141
Brake System.......................142,211
Anti-Lock........................... 142
Fluid Check......................... 212
Hoses.............................. 211
Master Cylinder...................... 212
Warning Light........................ 91
Brake/Transmission Interlock...........135,137
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 42
Bulb Replacement...................... 226
Bulbs, Light........................... 225
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...... 232
Capacities, Fluid....................... 232
Capacity, Cargo Weight.................. 166
Car Washes........................... 217
Carpeting............................. 218Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 120
Cassette Tape Player...............97,105,108
Catalytic Converter..................... 199
CD Changer..................104,109,114,116
CD Player....................102,111,113,119
Center High Mounted Stop Light........... 230
Central Locking......................... 13
Chains, Tire........................... 159
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 176
Charging System Light................... 88
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 146
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............ 42
Child Restraint.....................34,36,40
Cigar Lighter........................... 96
Circuit Breakers........................ 223
Cleaning
Glass.............................. 220
Headlights.......................... 219
Instrument Panel..................... 220
Climate Control........................ 122
Clock................................. 96
Compact Disc Changer................... 116
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 121
INDEX 261
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Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 184
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary................. 78
Electronic Speed Control.................. 70
Emergency Brake....................... 141
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 176
Emergency Trunk Release...............20,21
Emission Control System Maintenance....192,236
Engine............................189,190
Block Heater......................... 134
Break-In Recommendations............... 42
Checking Oil Level.................... 194
Compartment.....................189,190
Cooling............................ 207
Oil .............................194,232
Oil Change Interval................... 195
Oil Selection......................... 196
Oil Synthetic......................... 197
Overheating......................... 174
Timing Belt.......................... 200
Engine Oil Viscosity..................196,232Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................ 196
Entry System, Illuminated................. 12
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 206
Exhaust System........................ 206
Exterior Light Service.................... 226
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 198
Automatic Transaxle................... 215
Engine Fuel......................... 198
Engine Oil.......................... 197
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 174
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range....................... 170
Engine Oil.......................... 196
Maintenance......................... 171
Replacement Parts.................... 171
Starting............................ 170
Fluid Capacities........................ 232
Fluid Leaks............................ 43
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle................... 214
INDEX 263
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Illuminated Entry....................... 12
Immobilizer............................ 10
Infant Restraint......................... 35
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 56
Instrument Cluster..................84,85,86
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 83
Instrument Panel Cover.................. 220
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 220
Interior Fuses.......................... 223
Interior Lighting........................ 64
Interior Lights.......................... 64
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Location.......................... 176
Jack Operation......................... 176
Jump Starting......................... 181
Key, Programming....................... 11
Key, Sentry............................ 10
Key-In Reminder........................ 10
Keyless Entry System..................... 15
Keys.................................. 9Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 23
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . . . 37,38
Leaks, Fluid............................ 43
Lights................................ 64
Airbag..........................32,43,87
Anti-Lock Warning..................... 90
Brake Warning.....................91,141
Bulb Replacement..................... 225
Check Engine......................... 88
Daytime Running...................... 66
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............66,67
Exterior Check........................ 43
Fog ...........................67,89,229
Front Replacement.................228,229
Headlight Switch...................... 66
Illuminated Entry...................... 12
Instrument Cluster..................... 66
Interior.............................. 64
License............................. 231
Lights On Reminder.................... 67
Low Fuel............................ 92
Map Reading......................... 64
INDEX 265
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