2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING COUPE Owners Manual

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Check the wiper blades occasionally. Periodic cleaning of
the wiper blades is suggested to remove the accumula-
tion of salt and road film. The wiper blade arms and glass
areas should be cleaned with a sponge or cloth and a
mild detergent or non-abrasive cleaner.
If the blades continue to streak or smear, they should be
replaced.
NOTE: Do not operate wipers for long periods on dry
glass; this accelerates deterioration of the rubber and
could scratch the glass.
Windshield washers
The windshield washer reservoir is in the engine com-
partment. Check the fluid level at regular intervals and
replenish the fluid if necessary.
NOTE: When freezing weather is anticipated flush out
the water in the reservoir by operating the pump. Fill the
reservoir with windshield antifreeze (not radiator anti-
freeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush
out any residual water.
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PARKING BRAKE
Check the parking brake lever travel occasionally. To
check, pull the lever slowly and count the number of
clicks of the ratchet.
For vehicles with rear drum brakes:
You should feel the parking brake take hold between 5 to
7 clicks.For vehicles with rear disc brakes:
You should feel the parking brake take hold between 3 to
5 clicks. Also check to see if the lever is properly engaged
with the ratchet, when pulled.
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DRIVE BELT (FOR GENERATOR, WATER PUMP,
POWER STEERING PUMP)
Check the tension of the drive belt. The deflection must
be within specifications, when depressed at a point
midway between the pulleys as shown in the illustrations
with a force of about 100 N (22 lb.).Inspect the drive belt for evidence of cuts and cracks, and
replace it if damaged. When replacing the belt with a new
belt, make sure that there is no interference between the
belt and other engine components.
Then, check the tension of the belt at the designated
point. The deflection must be within specification.
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Water pump pulley
Crank shaft
pulleyPower steering
pump pulley
A/C
pulley 2.4 liter engine
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Amount of belt deflection
in (mm)
Standard value Used belt New belt
A .27 to .33
(6.9 to 8.5).29 to .33
(7.4 to 8.5).17 to .21
(4.4 to 5.4)
B .46 to .61
(11.8 to 15.5).50 to .57
(12.6 to 14.4).34 to .44
(8.8 to 11.1)
C .43 to .56
(11.0 to 14.3).46 to .52
(11.7 to 13.3).33 to .41
(8.4 to 10.4)
D .33 to .43
(8.5 to 10.9).35 to .40
(9.0 to 10.1).24 to .30
(6.2 to 7.6)
WARNING!
Do not check or touch the drive belt with the engine
running, or serious injury may result.
TIMING BELT
The timing belt should be replaced with a new one at the
mileage specified on the scheduled maintenance chart.
TIRES
WARNING!
Driving with tires that are worn or improperly inflated
can result in a collision, and serious or fatal injury.
It is important to familiarize yourself with the following
terms:
²Cold tire pressure:
(1) The measured pressure after the vehicle has
been parked for at least three hours, or
(2} The measured pressure when the vehicle is
driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after having
been parked for three hours.
²
Maximum inflation pressure: the maximum permis-
sible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire
²Recommended inflation pressure: the inflation pres-
sure for optimum tire performance
²Intended outboard sidewall:
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(1) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears
white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on the other
sidewall of the tire, or
(2) The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetri-
cal tire that has a particular side that must
always face outward when mounted on a ve-
hicle.
²
Rim: a metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are seated.
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Size Designation
EXAMPLE : P215/65R15
P Passenger car tire size based on U.S.A. de-
sign standards
215 Section width in millimeters (mm)
65 Aspect ratio in percent (%)
Ratio of section height section width of tire.
R Construction code
²``R'' means radial construction.
²``D'' means diagonal of bias construction.
15 Rim diameter in inches (in)
NOTE
²European/Japanese metric tire sizing is based on
European/Japanese design standards. Tires designed
to these standards have the tire size molded into the
sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter
``P'' is absent from this tire size designation. Example
215/65R15 96H.
²LT (Light Truck) -metric tire sizing is based on U.S.A.
design standards. The size designation for LT-metric
tires is the same as for P-metric tires except for theletters ``LT'' that are molded into the sidewall preced-
ing the size designation. Example LT235/85R16.
²Temporary spare tires are high pressure compact
spares designed for temporary emergency use only.
Tires designed to this standard have the letter ``T''
molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-
tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
Service Description
EXAMPLE: 95H
95 Load index
A numerical code associated with the maxi-
mum load a tire can carry.
H Speed symbol
A symbol indicating the range of speeds at
which a tire can carry a load corresponding to
its load index under certain operating condi-
tions.
The maximum speed corresponding to the
speed symbol should only be achieved under
specified operating conditions (i.e. tire pres-
sure, vehicle loading, road conditions and
posted speed limits).
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Maximum Load
Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is
designed to carry.
Maximum pressure
Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible
cold tire inflation pressure for this tire.
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, but
the date code may only be on one side. Tire with white
sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located
on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the
outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the
vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the outboard side then
you will find it on the inboard side of the tire.
EXAMPLE : DOT MA L9 ABCD 1504
DOT Department of Transportation
This symbol certifies that the tire is in com-
pliance with U.S. Department of Transpor-
tation tire safety standards, and is ap-
proved for highway use
MA Code representing the tire manufacturing
location.(2 digits)
L9
ABCDCode representing the tire size. (2 digits)
Code used by tire manufacturer. (1 to 4
digits)
15 Number representing the week in which
the tire was manufactured. (2 digits)
04 Number representing the year in which the
tire was manufactured. (2 digits)
Treadwear, Traction and Temperature 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 one 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
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B
and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on
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wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government tests surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
Temperature
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing 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 corresponds to a level of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law.
Tire inflation pressures
Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and
satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary
areas are affected by improper tire pressure:1. Safety
Under-inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire
failure. Over-inflation results in a tire losing its ability to
cushion shock. Objects on the road and potholes could
cause tire damage that may result in tire failure.
2. Economy
Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear
patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal
wear patterns will reduce tread life, resulting in a need
for earlier tire replacement.
Under-inflation also increases tire rolling resistance and
results in higher fuel consumption.
3. Ride comfort and vehicle stability
Proper tire inflation pressures contribute to the excellent
ride quality built into your vehicle. Over-inflation pro-
duces an uncomfortable and jarring ride.
Under-inflation can produce a feeling of sluggish re-
sponse.
Unequal inflation pressures can produce erratic and
unpredictable vehicle response to steering maneuvers.
The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is listed on a
placard attached near the door sill striker on the driver's
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