2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING COUPE Owners Manual

If this problem occurs¼
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The engine does not start.
The lights do not come on or dim.
The horn does not honk or weak sound.
The battery may have a weak charge. P. 278
The engine coolant temperature gauge
indicator enters the ªHº (hot) position.
Steam comes out of the engine
compartment.
The engine is overheated.
Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.
If necessary call for roadside assistance.P. 277
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The vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, or
snow.1. Carefully rock the vehicle by shifting the transmission
from low to reverse.
WARNING
1.When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck
position, be sure that no one is near the vehicle. The
rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly lurch
forward or backward, and injure bystanders.
2.Avoid racing the engine or spinning the wheels.
Prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle may result in
overheating and transaxle failure.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking
attempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.P. 261
The brakes are not functioning
properly after crossing a puddle or
stream.Dry out the brakes by driving slowly while lightly
depressing the brake pedal.P. 262
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The automatic transaxle does not shift
when accelerating and/or the vehicle
does not easily begin to move.There may be a problem in the automatic transaxle.
Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized dealer.
1.Vehicles with automatic transaxle
Shift the lever into ª2º (SECOND) position when
starting the vehicle. If the vehicle is on a level road, shift
the lever back to ªDº (DRIVE) position.
2.Vehicles with Autostick automatic transaxle
Shift the lever into 2nd gear of the Autostick mode
when starting the vehicle. If the vehicle is on a level
road, shift the lever back to ªDº (DRIVE) position.
(These methods may or may not work depending on the
contents of malfunction.)P. 158, 166
A tire is punctured.
1.Park the vehicle in a safe place where the surface is flat
and level.
2.Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.P. 268
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CONTENTS
mKeys.................................23
mSentry Key............................23
mDoor locks (Manual).....................26
NTo lock the door without using the key.......26
NTo lock the door with the key
(Driver 's side only).....................27
NTo lock the door from the inside............28
mKeyless entry system.....................29
NConfirmation function...................29
NUsing the panic alarm...................31
NProcedure for replacing keyless transmitter
battery..............................32
mPower door locks........................34
NLocking and unlocking with the door lock
switch...............................34
NLocking and unlocking with key or inside lock
knob................................35
NLocking by means of the inside lock knob.....35
mTrunk lid..............................35
NRemote trunk lid release..................36
NInside emergency trunk release.............37
mFuel filler.............................39
mEngine hood release......................41
mPower windows........................43
NDriver switch..........................44
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NPassenger switch.......................45
mSunroof (if so equipped)..................46
NTo tilt up.............................46
NTo tilt down..........................46
NTo open..............................46
NTo close..............................46NSunshade............................47mTheft-alarm system......................48
NArmed stage..........................49
NAlarm stage...........................50
NDisarmed stage........................52
NTesting the theft-alarm system..............52
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KEYS
Two keys are provided.
The keys fit all locks. Keep one in a safe place as a spare
key.
NOTE: The key number (A) is stamped on the plate as
shown in the illustration.
Make a record of the key number and store the key and
key number plate in a separate place so that you can
order a key from your authorized dealer if the original
keys are lost.
SENTRY KEY
The sentry key is designed to significantly reduce the
possibility of vehicle theft. The purpose of the system is
to immobilize the vehicle if an invalid start is attempted.
A valid start attempt can only be achieved (subject to
certain conditions), using a key9registered9to the sentry
key system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
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NOTE
1. In the following cases, the vehicle may not be able to
receive the registered ID code from the key. This
means the engine will not start even when the regis-
tered key is turned to the9START9position:
·When the key comes into contact with a metallic or
magnetic object.
·When the key comes into contact with another
immobilizing key, or with some other transponder.In case like these, the theft-alarm indicator (located in
the instrument cluster) will blink after 10 seconds. The
theft-alarm indicator will flash for approximately 30
seconds and then go off.
Remove the above object from the key and turn the
key back to the9ACC9or9LOCK9position. Then try
again to start the engine. If the engine does not start,
consult an authorized dealer.
2. Since there is a transponder built into the key, be
careful not to cause shock to the key, such as by dropping
it or by putting heavy objects on top of it.
3. Do not leave the key where it may be exposed to heat
caused by the high temperature and high humidity.
4. Sentry key is not compatible with remote starting
systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle
starting problems and a loss of security protection.
5. A system failure is suspected when the ignition key is
turned to the9START9position, the engine does not start.
In such a case, consult an authorized dealer.
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