2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE steering

Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
NOTE:Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid,
and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera-
tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. There-
fore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not neces-
sarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of hot
fluid when systems are under pressure (during vehicle
operation) should be noted before hose is replaced based
on leakage.
NOTE:Inspection of brake hoses should be done
whenever the brake system is serviced and every engine
oil change.
WARNING!
Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.
You could have an accident. If you see any signs of
cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake
hoses replaced immediately.
Master Cylinder
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under hood services, or immediately if
the brake system warning lamp shows system failure.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, fill brake fluid reservoir to
the top of the fill mark chevron. With disc brakes, fluid
level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear.
However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a
checkup may be needed.
212 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MopartAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil Use API Certified (GF-3). Refer to oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label under the engine
hood.
Oil Filter (2.4L Engine) MopartOil Filter (P/N 4105409) or equivalent.
Oil Filter (2.7L Engine) MopartOil Filter (P/N 5281090) or equivalent.
Fuel Selection 87 Octane
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MopartATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Manual Transmission MopartATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder MopartBrake Fluid DOT 3 Motor Vehicle.
Power Steering Reservoir MopartATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Steering Gear & Linkage, Ball
Joints, Prop Shafts & Yokes, Wheel
BearingsMopartMulti-Purpose Lubricant NLGI Grade 2.
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Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000
(Kilometers) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XXX X X
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
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*X
Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter engine. X
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Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000
(Kilometers) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (115 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if
necessary.*X XXX X
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 theignition cableson 2.4 liter engine. X
Replace the accessory drive belts on the 2.7
liter engine.X
Replace thespark plugson the 2.4 liter en-
gine.X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*³X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and
filter.LX
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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.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
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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 engine coolant at 60 months
or 100,000 miles.X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*³X
Replace theignition cableson 2.4 liter en-
gine.X
Replace the accessory drive belts in 2.7 liter
engine.X
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Oil, Engine.........................194,232
Capacity............................ 232
Change Interval...................... 195
Checking........................... 194
Disposal............................ 197
Filter.............................. 197
Identification Logo.................169,196
Materials Added to.................... 197
Pressure Gauge....................... 90
Quality..........................169,196
Recommendation..................... 196
Synthetic........................... 197
Onboard Diagnostic System............191,192
Opener, Garage Door..................... 73
Overheating, Engine..................... 174
Owner's Manual....................... 255
Paint Care............................ 216
Paint Damage......................... 216
Panic Alarm........................... 17
Parking Brake......................... 141
Parking On Hill........................ 141
Passing Light........................... 67Pets, Transporting....................... 41
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 149
Power
Brakes............................. 142
Distribution Center.................... 223
Door Locks.......................... 12
Outlet.............................. 78
Seats............................... 60
Steering............................ 143
Steering, Checking.................... 202
Windows............................ 21
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 28
Programmable Electronic Features.........74,77
Programming Transmitters............17,74,77
Radial Ply Tires........................ 155
Radiator Cap.......................... 209
Radio...........................97,105,111
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 96
Radio Operation..................105,111,119
Radio Remote Controls................... 118
Rear Window Defroster.................. 124
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Starting.............................. 132
Cold Weather........................ 133
Engine Fails to Start................... 134
Steering
Power...........................143,202
Tilt Column.......................... 69
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................ 118
Stuck, Freeing......................... 185
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 29
Synthetic Engine Oil..................... 197
Tachometer............................ 87
Tape Player........................... 119
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......89,175
Theft Alarm............................ 19
Theft System........................... 19
Tilt Steering Column..................... 69
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 67
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 149
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 148
Tire Markings......................... 145
Tire Safety Information................... 145Tires ...........................43,152,257
Air Pressure......................... 152
Alignment.......................... 158
Chains............................. 159
Changing........................... 176
Compact Spare....................... 155
Flat Changing........................ 176
General Information................... 152
High Speed......................... 154
Inflation Pressures.................... 153
Load Capacity....................... 149
Quality Grading...................... 257
Radial............................. 155
Replacement......................... 157
Rotation............................ 159
Safety...........................145,152
Sizes............................... 146
Snow Tires.......................... 159
Spinning............................ 156
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 157
Top Cover............................. 50
Towing...........................185,186
Disabled Vehicle...................... 185
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