2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING COUPE manual transmission

3. In Autostick, downward shifts are made automatically
when the vehicle slows down. When the vehicle stops,
1st gear is automatically selected.
4. When starting out on slippery roads, push the selector
lever forward into the + (UP) position. This puts the
transmission into 2nd gear and is better for starting out
on slippery roads. Push the selector lever to the ±
(DOWN) side to shift back to 1st gear.
5. Move the selector lever gently between the manual
and main gates and between positions in the manual
gate. Undue force could damage the selector lever.Indication lights
In Autostick, the currently selected gear is indicated by
the lights on the instrument panel.
NOTE: When Autostick is selected, the ªDº indicator
goes off.
Holding on an upgrade
To avoid transaxle overheating, never hold the vehicle
stationary on an incline by using the accelerator pedal.
Instead, use the brake pedal.
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Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is set. To set the parking brake, pull up firmly on
the lever. Also place the gear selector in the Park position
(automatic transaxle) or Reverse (manual transaxle). To
release the parking brake, apply the brake pedal and pullup on the parking brake lever. Push the release button
and lower the lever fully.
When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking
brake before placing the gear selector in Park, otherwise
the load on the transmission locking mechanism may
make it difficult to move the selector out of Park. As an
added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb
on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill
grade.
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WARNING!
Never open the radiator cap when the radiator is hot.
You could be seriously burned.
TRAILER TOWING
Warranty Requirements
The Manufacturer's Passenger Vehicle Warranty will
apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for non-commercial
use. However the following conditions must be met:
²The maximum trailer load for vehicles with manual
transaxles is 1,000 lbs (454 kg).
²The maximum trailer load for vehicles with automatic
transaxles is 1,000 lbs (454 kg).
²The maximum frontal area of the trailer cannot exceed
20 square feet (1.86 square meters).
²If using a manual transaxle vehicle for trailer towing,
all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive
clutch slippage.The trailer tongue load must be considered as part of the
tow vehicle load capacity when loading the vehicle.
NOTE:Check the automatic transmission fluid level
before towing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt odor,
shows the need for transmission fluid replacement.
WARNING!
Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic
brake lines can overload your brake system and
cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you
need them and could have an accident.
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are recom-
mended for motoring safety.
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Tire chains.......................... 345
Tread wear indicators.................. 343
Tools................................ 264
Towing.............................. 282
Trailering........................... 203
Trailer Towing......................... 203
Transaxle
Automatic transaxle................... 153
Autostick........................... 163
Manual transaxle..................... 166
Transmission
Automatic transmission................ 158
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener........... 132
Transporting Pets....................... 102
Trip odometer......................... 106
Trip odometer reset button................ 106
Trunklid .............................. 35
Turbocharger boost gauge................ 106
Turn signal indicators.................107,112
Lever.............................. 122
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 385
Universal Transmitter.................... 132Vanity mirror.......................... 209
Vehicle Identification Number............... 5
Vehicle labeling........................ 370
Vehicle Weights........................ 373
Ventilators............................ 235
Warnings and Cautions.................... 5
Warranty Information.................... 380
Washer fluid level indicator............... 107
Washer
Windshield.......................128,329
Washing.............................. 253
Waxing.............................. 255
Wheel covers.......................... 266
Whip antenna......................... 219
Windshield washers..................128,329
Windshield wiper blades................. 329
Windshield wipers...................... 126
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