2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE Convertible top

WARNING!
Do not install a LATCH-equipped child restraint in
the center of the rear seat of the vehicle. This is not
a seating position in the vehicle, and a child seat
cannot be correctly installed in this position. Addi-
tionally, there is no tether anchorage provided for
correctly installing a child seat in the center of the
rear seat. Only install child seats in the right or left
rear positions in the vehicle, using either the lap/
shoulder belt or LATCH attachments to secure the
child seat. Always use the tether anchor directly
behind the seating position when securing a child
restraint.
Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
System
We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the
manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all
child restraint systems will be installed as described here.
Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that
were provided with the child restraint system.The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at
the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seat back,
and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to
install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you
run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and
seat cushion surfaces.
In addition, there are tether strap anchorages
behind each rear seating position located in the
bottom of the convertible top well, behind the
seat back. The anchors are under the carpet
cutouts marked with this symbol. (Shown to the left).
Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with
separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or
connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a
means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward-
facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant
restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a
hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a
means of adjusting the tension of the strap.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Convertible Top Operation................49
▫To Lower The Top......................49
▫To Raise The Top......................51
▫Top Cover Installation...................52
▫Top Cover Removal.....................57

Console Features.......................57

Mirrors..............................58
▫Inside Day/Night Mirror—If Equipped......58
▫Automatic Dimming Mirror—If Equipped....59
▫Electric Remote-Control Mirrors............60
▫Illuminated Vanity Mirrors................61

Seats................................61
▫Manual Front Seat Adjustments............61
▫Power Driver’s Seat.....................63
▫Heated Seats—If Equipped..............63
▫To Fold The Front Seatback Forward.........64
▫Easy Entry System.....................64
▫Adjustable Head Restraints...............65

To Open And Close The Hood.............65

Lights...............................67
▫Front Map/Reading Lights...............67
▫Interior Lights........................67
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CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION
WARNING!
The convertible top does not provide the structural
protection that a reinforced metal roof does, and the
fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection
of the occupants of a vehicle in a collision. Therefore
it is important that all occupants wear their seat belts
at all times when riding in a convertible. Studies
have shown that it is generally safer to remain inside
a vehicle during a collision, than to be ejected from
the vehicle.
NOTE:The top and top storage area should be thor-
oughly dry before lowering the top.
To Lower The Top:
NOTE:
To avoid damage to the convertible top or its
components, your vehicle is equipped with a feature that
prevents convertible top operation at speeds over 10 mph
(16 km/h).
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the sunvisors, rotate the driver’s
and passenger’s sunvisor to the forward (against
glass) position before raising or lowering the con-
vertible top.
CAUTION!
To fully insure that no damage occurs, be sure that
the vehicle is at a complete stop with the gear
selector in the Park position before lowering or
raising the top.
1. To avoid damage to either the top or the rear window,
check the top storage area at the rear of the vehicle
interior to be sure that it is clear of debris or other items.
Be sure that child seat flip up bars are lowered. Do not
use the top storage area for other storage purposes.
2. Turn the ignition key to the On position.
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3. Release the top from the windshield header by pulling
both latch handles rearward until the latch hooks are free.
4. Press the Power Top Switch to disengage the top pins
from the header. As soon as the top is free, close both
latch handles.NOTE:The Power Top Switch has two detent positions
for lowering the convertible top. Pressing and holding
the Power Top Switch lightly in the first detent position
will automatically lower the convertible top. Pressing
and holding the switch in the second detent position will
lower all four windows and the top to the full down
position.
Unlatching Convertible Top
Power Top Switch
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CAUTION!
Damage to the top material could result if the latch
handles are not completely closed when the top is
lowered. The convertible top cover cannot be in-
stalled while the latch handles are open.
To Raise The Top:
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the sunvisors, rotate the driver’s
and passenger’s sunvisor to the forward (against
glass) position before raising or lowering the con-
vertible top.
NOTE:To avoid damage to the convertible top or its
components, your vehicle is equipped with a feature that
prevents convertible top operation at speeds over 10 mph
(16 km/h).
NOTE:If the power convertible top system fails, raise
the top by manually pulling the top until it meets the
windshield and open both front latch handles. Pull the
top until the two pins are seated in the windshield
header. Using the center pull cup, pull down and hook
each latch hook to its striker. Latch both sides. This may
require a considerable amount of physical effort.
CAUTION!
To fully insure that no damage occurs, be sure that
the vehicle is at a complete stop with the gear
selector in the Park position before lowering or
raising the top.
1. Remove the top cover and store it in the trunk.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
3. Press the Power Top Switch to raise the top. Before the
top reaches the windshield, open both front latch
handles. Press the switch again to continue raising the
top until the two pins seat themselves in the windshield
header.
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4. Use the center pull cup to pull down on the header.
Hook each latch hook to its striker. Latch both sides.
CAUTION!
Car top carriers, ski racks, etc., should not be at-
tached to the convertible top mechanism as they will
damage the top.
Top Cover Installation
With the top down and the convertible top latch handles
in the closed position, there are two ways to install the
convertible top cover. Lay the unfolded convertible top
cover across the convertible top and choose the way that
suits you best.
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Inserting The Compact Disc
CAUTION!
This CD player will accept 43⁄4inch (12 cm) discs
only. The use of other sized discs may damage the
CD player mechanism.
You may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF.
If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio
OFF, the display will show the time of day.
If the power is ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD
mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The
display will show the track number and index time in
minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track
one.
Seek
Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on
the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to thebeginning of the current selection, or return to the
beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the
first second of the current selection.
EJT—Eject
Press the EJT button and the disc will unload and move
to the entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch to
the radio mode.
If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds, it will be
reloaded. The unit will continue in radio mode.
The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF
(except on convertibles).
FF/TUNE/RW
Press FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to
fast forward until FF is released. The RW ( Reverse)
button works in a similar manner.
Random Play—RND/Program Button 4
Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing
to activate Random Play. This feature plays the tracks on
the selected disc in random order to provide an interest-
ing change of pace.
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▫Appearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion......................229

Convertible Top Care...................234
▫Washing............................234
▫General Cleaning.....................235
▫Cloth Top Additional Cleaning Procedure....235
▫Cloth Top Protection...................236
▫Weather Strip Care....................236

Fuses...............................236
▫Underhood Fuses (Power
Distribution Center)...................236
▫Interior Fuses........................237

Vehicle Storage........................239

Replacement Light Bulbs................239

Bulb Replacement......................240
▫Headlight Bulb Replacement.............240
▫Park, Turn Signal, Sidemarker
Bulb Replacement.....................242
▫Fog Light Bulb Replacement.............243
▫Center Stoplight Bulb Replacement.........244
▫Rear Light Bulb Replacement.............244
▫License Plate Bulb Replacement...........245
▫Headlight Aiming.....................245

Fluids And Capacities...................246

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine
Parts
...............................247
▫Engine.............................247
▫Chassis............................248
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