2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING COUPE seats

WARNING!
²On vehicles with side air bags, do not modify
your front seats, center pillar or center console.
Such modifications can adversely affect SRS per-
formance and may lead to possible injury.
Also, if you discover any tear or open seam in the
seat fabric near the side air bag, have the seat
inspected by an authorized dealer.
²On vehicles with side air bags, if your vehicle has
received any damage on either side, you should
have the SRS inspected by an authorized dealer to
make sure it is in proper working order.
NOTE:
²
When you transfer ownership of the vehicle to another
person, we urge you to alert the new owner that it is
equipped with the SRS and refer that owner to the
applicable sections in this owner 's manual.
²If you decide to junk or scrap your vehicle, we urge
you to first take it to an authorized dealer so that the
SRS can be made safe for disposal.
Caution label
Passenger restraint warning/caution labels for the SRS
are located in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.
SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS 99
3

Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
100 SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS

mCruise/speed control....................187
NTo activate...........................188
NTo deactivate.........................192
NTo resume the set speed.................193
mTraction control (if so equipped)...........194
mCatalytic converter.....................195
mVehicle preparation before driving..........197
NSeat belts and seats....................197
NDefrosters...........................197
NTires...............................197NLights..............................198
NFluid leaks..........................198
NDriver..............................198
mSafe driving techniques..................198
mDriving, alcohol and drugs...............199
mTips for driving in various conditions........199
mOperation during cold weather............200
mTrailer Towing.........................201
NWarranty Requirements.................201
STARTING AND DRIVING 141
5

8. Stop driving the vehicle if you think the performance
is noticeably less, or that there is unnecessary engine
miss, or any other engine trouble, such as with the
ignition, etc. If it is impractical to stop driving immedi-
ately, reduce the speed and drive for only a short time.
Have an inspection made by an authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
9. In an unusual event of a severe engine malfunction, a
scorching odor may indicate severe and abnormal cata-
lytic converter overheating. If this occurs, the vehicle
should be stopped in a safe place, the engine shut off and
the vehicle allowed to cool. Once the engine is cool, the
vehicle should immediately be taken to a dealer for
service.
VEHICLE PREPARATION BEFORE DRIVING
Before starting on a trip, perform the following checks to
obtain the greatest possible enjoyment and safety from
your vehicle:
Seat belts and seats
1. Before starting the vehicle, make certain that you and
all your passengers are seated and properly wearing the
seat belts (with children in the rear seat, in appropriate
restraints), and that all doors are locked.
2.
Adjust the driver's seat as far back as possible, while still
maintaining good visibility, and good control of the steering
wheel, brakes, accelerator, and controls. Examine the instru-
ment panel indicators for any possible malfunction.
3. Have the front passenger adjust their seat as far
rearward as possible.
Defrosters
Check operation by selecting the defroster mode and set
the blower switch for high speed operation. You should
be able to feel the air directed against the windshield.
(See ªHeater /Air conditioningº page 232.)
Tires
Examine all tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks.
STARTING AND DRIVING 197
5

CLEANING THE INSIDE OF YOUR VEHICLE
After cleaning the inside of your vehicle with cleaner,
wipe it dry in a shady, well ventilated area.
CAUTION!
Do not use organic substances (solvents, kerosene,
alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.
These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or
cracking of the surface.
If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure
their ingredients do not include the substances men-
tioned above.
NOTE: Always read the instructions on the cleaner
label.
Plastic, vinyl leather, fabric, and flocked parts
1. Lightly wipe with a soft cloth soaked in a 3% solution
of neutral detergent and water.2. After using detergent, dip the cloth in fresh water and
wring out well. Using this cloth, wipe off the detergent
thoroughly.
NOTE: Cleaners, conditioners, and protectants contain-
ing silicons or waxes may cause annoying reflections and
obscure vision.
Upholstery
1. To maintain the value of your new vehicle, maintain
the upholstery carefully and keep the interior clean.
Use a vacuum cleaner and brush to clean the seats. If
stained, vinyl and synthetic leather should be cleaned
with an appropriate cleaner. Cloth fabrics can be cleaned
with either upholstery cleaner or a 3% solution of neutral
detergent in lukewarm water.
2. Clean the carpeting with a vacuum cleaner and re-
move any stains with carpet cleaner. Oil and grease can
be removed by lightly dabbing with a clean colorfast
cloth and spot remover.
NOTE: If fuzzing is difficult to remove from the seat
upholstery, draw a suitable defuzzing brush over the
surface in one direction.
VEHICLE CARE 249
7

Genuine leather (if so equipped)
1. Lightly wipe with a soft cloth soaked in a 5% solution
of neutral detergent and water.
2. Dip the cloth in fresh water and wring it out well.
Using this cloth, wipe off the detergent thoroughly.
3. Apply a leather protecting agent to the genuine leather
surface.
NOTE
1. If genuine leather is wet with water, wipe off the water
as quickly as possible with a dry, soft cloth.
2. Slight stains on genuine leather may be removed with
a leather cleaner.
3. The genuine leather surface may be damaged if a
nylon brush is rubbed hard against it.
4. Organic solvents such as benzine, alcohol, gasoline,
acid or alkaline solvents may discolor the genuine leather
surface and should not be used.
5. Dirty genuine leather seats may mildew. Be very
careful about oil stains and remove them immediately.6. The genuine leather surface may harden and shrink if
it is exposed to the direct rays of the sun for long hours.
When your vehicle is parked, place it in the shade as
much as possible.
7. When the temperature of the vehicle interior rises in
the summer, vinyl products left on the genuine leather
seat may deteriorate and stick to the seat.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR VEHICLE
To protect your vehicle's outside finish, it is important
that you wash it often and thoroughly. If desired, you
may wax your vehicle by using an automobile wax.
Foreign material
Industrial fallout, road tar, bird droppings, tree sap,
insect remains, sea water, and other foreign matter can
damage the finish of your vehicle.
Generally, the longer the foreign material remains in
contact with the outside finish the more extensive the
damage. Wash your vehicle as soon as possible if it
becomes contaminated with foreign material.
250 VEHICLE CARE

Odometer.........................104,108
Oil pressure gauge...................... 104
Oil pressure warning light.............105,112
Oil
Engine oil........................... 312
Onboard Diagnostic System............... 308
Opener, Garage Door.................... 130
Operation during cold weather............. 200
Operation under adverse driving conditions . . . 259
Overdrive indicator..................... 105
Oversize tires.......................... 330
Owner 's Manual....................... 371
Parking brake
Operating method.................... 167
Parking brake lever stroke.............. 326
Polishing............................. 254
Power brakes.......................... 170
Power door locks........................ 34
Power windows......................... 43
Proper shift points...................... 165
Puncture (tire changing).................. 270Radial ply tires........................ 330
Radiator cap.....................305,316,317
Radio................................ 217
General information................... 214
Reading lamps......................... 129
Reading light.......................... 129
Rear seats............................. 64
Rear window defroster................... 123
Replacement of light bulbs................ 288
Reporting Safety Defects................. 369
Safe driving techniques.................. 198
Scheduled maintenance.................. 334
Seat belt extender....................... 73
Seat Belts
Adjustable seat belt anchor.............71,78
And Pregnant Women.................. 85
Child restraint........................ 74
Maintenance and inspection.............. 86
Seat belt extender...................... 73
Seat belt reminder/warning light......... 105
UNIBELT restraint system............... 67
380 INDEX

Seatback.............................. 58
Seats
Front seats........................... 55
Rear seats............................ 64
SECURITY indicator................48,105,110
Service Assistance...................... 366
Service Manuals........................ 371
Setting the clock........................ 214
Severe maintenance schedule.............. 343
Snow tires............................ 333
Spare tire.......................262,263,361
Spark plugs........................ 311,363
Speedometer.......................104,106
Starting
At extremely cold ambient temperature..... 151
Flooded engine....................... 151
Normal conditions.................... 150
Steering system
Steering lock......................... 149
Tilt lock lever........................ 173
Sun visors............................ 207
Sunroof............................... 45Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag
Maintenance......................... 323
Warning light.....................105,114
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Air bag . . 87
Supplemental Restraint System warning light . . 114
Tachometer........................104,106
Tape Player........................... 217
Temperature Gage, Engine Coolant.......... 275
Theft protection........................ 149
Theft-alarm
SECURITY indicator..............48,105,110
System.............................. 48
Timing belt........................... 328
Tips for driving in various conditions........ 199
Tire chains............................ 333
Ti re s
Compact spare tire.................... 263
Inflation pressure...............328,360,361
Maintenance......................328,331
Quality Grading...................... 373
Rotation............................ 332
Size (tire and wheels).................. 361
INDEX 381