2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING COUPE ignition

Overview - Instruments and controls
1. Instrument cluster!p. 106
2. Ignition switch!p. 1493. Supplemental restraint system-air bag
(For driver 's seat)!p. 89
Horn switch!p. 132
4. Hazard warning flasher switch!p. 124
5. Windshield wiper and washer switch!p. 126
6. Vents!p. 235
7. Supplemental restraint system-air bag
(For front passenger 's seat)!p. 89
8. Audio!p219
9. Rear window defroster switch!p. 125
10. Air conditioning!p. 236
11. Fog light switch!p. 123
12. Hood release lever!p. 41
13. Instrument panel light dimmer control!p. 125
14. Combination headlight, dimmer and turn-signal
lever!p. 120
15. Cruise control lever!p. 189
16. Accessory socket!p. 211
17. Parking brake lever!p. 169
18. Gearshift or selector lever!p. 153, 158
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QUICK INDEX
If this warning light comes on¼
NOTE:These warning lights will illuminate for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition key is first turned on.
Warning light Do this Ref. page
´Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine.
Test the system as described on page 113.
´If the light does not go out after the test, or if it illumi-
nates again, have your vehicle inspected at an autho-
rized dealer.
´When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is
not functioning and only the ordinary braking system is
functioning.P. 1 1 3
Anti-lock braking system
´If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the
parking brake is fully released.
´If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake,
stop and check the brake fluid level is correct.
´If the brake fluid level is correct, call an authorized
dealer for assistance.P. 1 1 7
Brake warning light
´If this light comes on while driving, park your vehicle in
a safe place and stop the engine immediately.
Call an authorized dealer for assistance.P. 1 1 4
Oil pressure warning light
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If this warning light comes on¼
Warning light Do this Ref. page
Charging system warning light´Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine.
Check the alternator belt.
If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains
on when the ignition key is turned back on, call an
authorized dealer for assistance.P. 1 1 4
ªNº indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes rapidly
(twice per second)´Park the vehicle in a safe place.
Idle the engine until the warning light goes off. If the
light does not go off, have your vehicle inspected at an
authorized dealer.P. 161
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If you hear the sound¼
Sound Do this Ref. page
If you hear a chime constantly when
the driver 's door is opened.ªKey reminder chimeº
A chime will sound if the driver 's door is opened while
the ignition key is in the ªLOCKº or ªACCº position.
Remove the key to stop the chime.
OR
ªHeadlight reminder chimeº
A chime will sound if the driver 's door is opened when
the ignition key is in the ªLOCKº or ªACCº position or
removed from the ignition switch with the lights on.
If the driver 's door is closed, the chime will stopP. 27, 150
P. 121
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If this problem occurs¼
Problem Do this Ref. Page
Cannot turn the key
(1)ªLOCKº to ªACCº
Turn the key while slightly turning the steering wheel
right and left.
(2)ºACCº to ªLOCKº
Vehicle with automatic transaxle
Check the position of gear selector lever.
The key cannot be removed unless the gear selector
lever is set to the ªPº (PARK) position.
Vehicle with manual transaxle
Place the key at the ``ACC'' position. Push the key in
and turn it.P. 149
Cannot shift the gear selector lever
from the ªPº (PARK) positionShift the gear selector lever while depressing the brake
pedal. Check if the ignition key is in the ªONº position.P. 154, 159
The windows are fogged up.
1.Set the heater/air conditioning mode selection dial to
the ªºorªº position.
2.Turn on the blower.P. 244
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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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CAUTION!
Do not make any alterations or additions to the
sentry key system. Any alterations or additions
could cause failure of the sentry key.
Replacement keys
NOTE
:
Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start the vehicle.
If you lose the key, you can order a key from your
authorized dealer by referring to the key number.
You will also need to register the key ID code.
Your dealer can register the key ID's or you can follow
the9Customer Key Programming9procedure.
You are provided with 2 keys, but you may add up to 6
more keys, for a total of 8 registered to the vehicle.
Customer Key Programming
You can program new keys to the system if you have two
valid keys by doing the following:
NOTE:
A valid key is one that will start and run the vehicle.
1. Insert the first valid key into the ignition and turn the
ignition to the9ON9position for 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition to the9OFF9position and remove the
first key.
3. Insert the second valid key and switch the ignition in
the9ON9position within 7 seconds.
Theft-alarm indicator will blink twice.
Turn the ignition to the9OFF9position and remove the
second key.
4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and switch
the ignition in the9ON9position within 7 seconds.
The theft-alarm indicator will illuminate for about 3
seconds when the registration is completed.
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Key reminder chime
After the ignition switch is off, if the driver's door is
opened while the ignition key is in the ignition, a chime
will sound to remind you to remove the key.
Forgotten-key prevention mechanism
If the inside lock knobs on the doors are set to the locked
position and the driver 's door or passenger 's door is
closed while the key is still in the ignition switch, the lock
will automatically be released.
Door-ajar warning chime
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5 mph (8 km/h)
and the door or the trunk is open, a chime will sound to
inform the driver that the door is not properly shut.
To lock the door with the key (Driver's side only)
Rotate the key toward the front of the vehicle to lock the
door. After checking that the door is locked, turn the key
back to the center and remove it from the lock cylinder.
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