2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE service

This is why you should always talk to your dealer's
service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with
this process.
²If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the
general manager or owner of the dealership. They
want to know if you need assistance.
²If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you
may contact the Manufacturer's Customer Center.
Any communication to the Manufacturer's Customer
Center should include the following information:
²Owner's name and address
²Owner's telephone number (home and office)
²Dealership name
²Vehicle identification number
²Vehicle delivery date and mileage
DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center
P.O. Box 21±8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321±8004
Phone: (800) 992-1997
DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone Ð(800) 465±2001
In Mexico contact:
Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
Mexico, D. F.
In Mexico (915) 729±1248 or 729±1240
Outside Mexico (525) 729±1248 or 729±1240
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-
cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer
Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter
(TTY) in the United States can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1±800±380±CHRY.
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Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for your
vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-
pected repairs after your manufacturer's new vehicle
limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be-
hind only the manufacturer's Service Contracts. If you
purchased a manufacturer's Service Contract, you will
receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card
in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery
date. If you have any questions about your service
contract, call the manufacturer's Service Contract Na-
tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer's Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer's Service Contract. If you purchased a
service contract that is not a manufacturer's Service
Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-
er's new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to
your contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has
also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
your ownership experience. You'll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See your manufacturer's Warranty Information Booklet
for information on warranty coverage and transfer of
warranty.
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MOPARTPARTS
Mopartfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from your dealer. They will help you keep your
vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you
believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause
a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra-
tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your dealer, and the
manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Wash-
ington DC area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Dept. ofTransportation, Washington DC 20590. You can also
obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from
the Hotline.
In Canada:
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
should contact the Customer Service Department imme-
diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety
defect to the Canadian government should write to
Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations
and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B
3V9.
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS
To order the following manuals, you may use either the
website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas-
tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac-
cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call
for an order form.
NOTE:A street address is required when ordering
manuals. (No P.O. Boxes).
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²Service Manuals.
These comprehensive service manuals provide the
information that students and professional technicians
need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving,
maintaining, servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler
Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge
of the vehicle, system and/or components is written in
straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams
and charts.
²Diagnostic Procedure Manuals.
Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations,
these practical manuals make it easy for students and
technicians to find and fix problems on computer-
controlled vehicle systems and features. They show
exactly how to find and correct problems the first time,
using step-by-step troubleshooting and driveability
procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list
of all tools and equipment.
²Owner's Manuals.
These manuals have been prepared with the assistance
of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you
with specific Chrysler group vehicles. Included are
starting, operating, emergency and maintenance pro-
cedures as well as specifications, capabilities and
safety tips.
Call Toll Free at1±800±890±4038 (U.S.)or1±800±387±1143
(Canada)
Or
Visit us on the World Wide Web at:
www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.comor
www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manuals
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire's
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car.
All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con-
ditions on a specified government test course. For ex-
ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1
1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and
C, and they represent the tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade is based on braking (straight-
ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering
(turning) performance.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre-
senting the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C
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Compact Disc Player..................97,102
Compact Spare Tire..................... 155
Compass.............................. 92
Compass Calibration..................... 94
Console............................... 55
Contract, Service....................... 254
Convertible............................ 47
Convertible Boot........................ 50
Convertible Top......................... 47
Convertible Top Maintenance.............. 221
Cooling System........................ 207
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 208
Coolant Capacity..................... 232
Coolant Level........................ 209
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 209
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 208
Inspection........................... 207
Points to Remember................... 210
Pressure Cap........................ 209
Radiator Cap........................ 209
Rubber and Plastic Components.......... 211
Selection of Coolant................... 208
Corrosion Protection.................... 216Crankcase Emission Control System......... 200
Cruise Control.......................... 70
Cruise Light........................... 87
Customer Assistance.................... 252
Daytime Running Lights.................. 66
Dealer Service......................... 193
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 124
Defroster, Windshield..................43,124
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 191
Dimmer Control........................ 65
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 67
Dipsticks
Automatic Transaxle................... 214
Disposal
Antifreeze........................... 209
Engine Oil.......................... 197
Door Ajar Warning...................... 14
Door Locks............................ 12
Door Locks, Automatic................... 14
Door Opener, Garage..................... 73
Drive Belts............................ 198
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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
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Capacities........................... 232
Fog Light Service....................... 229
Fog Lights..........................67,229
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 185
Fuel
Adding............................. 164
Filler Cap........................... 164
Filter.............................. 198
Gauge.............................. 87
Hoses.............................. 213
Light............................... 92
Tank Capacity........................ 232
Fuses................................ 223
Garage Door Opener..................... 73
GasCap .............................. 164
Gas Gauge............................. 87
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 162
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 162
Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 89
Fuel................................ 87
Tachometer.......................... 87Voltmeter............................ 88
Gearshift............................. 137
Glass Cleaning......................... 220
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 174
Head Restraints......................... 62
Headlights............................ 226
Aiming............................. 232
Bulb Replacement..................... 226
Cleaning............................ 219
High Beam........................... 88
Switch.............................. 66
Time Delay........................... 67
Heater............................... 122
High Beam Indicator..................... 88
Homelink Transmitter.................... 73
Hood Prop............................ 63
Hood Release.......................... 62
Hoses............................. 211,213
Ignition
Key ................................. 9
Lock................................ 9
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