2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN high beam

•To avoid drawing exhaust gases into the vehicle, close
the trunk while driving. However, if for some reason it
must remain open, close all windows. Adjust the
heating or cooling system to force outside air into the
vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Safety belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if
they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
etc.). If there is any question regarding belt or retractor
condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to
8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the bulb is not lit
during starting, have it replaced. If the light stays on or
comes on while driving, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.
Defrosters
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
the Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are
present, the cause should be corrected immediately.
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Automatic Headlights—If Equipped
This system automatically turns your headlights on at a
preset level of outdoor lighting. Turn the end of the
control lever to the third detent to turn the system on.
When the system is on, the headlight delay feature is also
on. This means that your headlights will stay on for about
90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch off. To turn
the Automatic system off, turn the control lever clock-
wise, to the off position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
NOTE:The Automatic Headlight System will turn on
the headlights if it detects that the windshield wipers
have been in operation for more than 10 seconds.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
The headlights come on at a low intensity level whenever
the ignition switch is turned on. The lights remain on
until the ignition switch is turned OFF or the parking
brake is engaged. The headlight switch must be used for
normal night time driving.
Lights-on Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door
is opened.
Fog Lights—If Equipped
The fog light switch is in the multi-function lever.
To activate the fog lights, turn on the low beam
headlights and pull out the end of the control
lever. A light in the instrument cluster shows when the
fog lights are on.
NOTE:The switch will turn on the fog lights only if the
low beam headlights are on. Turning on the high beam
headlights turns off the fog lights.
Turn Signals
Move the turn signal lever up or down and the arrows in
the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of
the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane
change by moving the lever partially up or down.
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Headlight Beam Select Switch
Pull the turn signal lever towards you to switch the
headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the turn signal lever a
second time to switch the headlights to LOW beam.
Flash to Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the turn signal lever toward the steering
wheel. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high
beam and remain on until the lever is released.
Headlight Time Delay
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for about 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an
unlighted area.
To activate the delay, turn off the ignition while the
headlights are still on. Then turn off the headlights. The
delay interval begins when the ignition is turned off.
If the headlights are turned off before the ignition, they
will turn off in the normal manner.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the
right side control lever. Turn the end of the control lever
to select the desired wiper speed.
NOTE:Always remove any build-up of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to
the OFF position. If the windshield wiper switch is
turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the OFF
position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
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5. Tachometer
The red area of the scale shows the maximum permissible
engine revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000) for each gear
range. Before reaching the red area (over 6,500 rpm), ease
up on the accelerator to prevent engine over speed.
6. Turn Signal Indicators
The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior turn
signal, when using the turn signal lever.
7. High Beam Indicator
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the
steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or
low beam.
8. Speedometer
Shows the vehicle speed in miles-per-hour and
kilometers-per-hour.
9. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical
charging system. The light should come on
briefly when the ignition is first turned on and remain
on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on orcomes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s
electrical devices, such as the Fog Lights or Rear
Defroster. If the Charging System Light remains on, it
means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with
the charging system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDI-
ATELY. See your local authorized dealer.
10. Malfunction Indicator Light
This light is part of an onboard diagnostic
system called OBD that monitors engine and
automatic transmission control systems. The
light will illuminate as long as the key is in the ON
position, prior to engine start up. Approximately 15
seconds later the MIL may blink for 10 seconds then
resume to full illumination. (See“EMISSIONS IN-
SPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS”in
the“MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE”section of
your Owner Manual for more details). If the bulb does
not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON,
have the condition checked promptly.
Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap or
poor fuel quality may illuminate the light after engine
start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
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The identity of each fuse is indicated on the backside of
the cover.
Cavity Fuse Circuit
1 30 Amp
GreenBlower Motor
2 10 Amp
RedRight High Beam Headlight,
High Beam Indicator
3 10 Amp
RedLeft High Beam Headlight
4 15 Amp
BluePower Door Lock Switch Illu-
mination, Transmission Range
Switch, Daytime Running
Light Module (Canada), Power
Windows, Anti-lock Brake Sys-
tem Module
5 10 Amp
RedPower Door Lock and Door
Lock Arm/Disarm Switches,
Vanity, Reading, Map, Rear
Seating, Ignition, and Trunk
Lights, Illuminated Entry, Ra-
dio, Power Antenna, Data
Link Connector, Body Control
Module, Power Amplifier
Cavity Fuse Circuit
6 10 Amp
RedHeated Rear Window Indica-
tor
7 20 Amp
YellowInstrument cluster illumina-
tion, Park and tail Lights
8 20 Amp
YellowPower Receptacle, Horns, Igni-
tion, Fuel, Start
9 15 Amp
BluePower Door Lock Motors
(Body Control Module)
10 20 Amp
YellowDaytime Running Light Mod-
ule (Canada)
11 10 Amp
RedInstrument Cluster, Transmis-
sion Control, Park/Neutral
Switch, Body Control Module
12 10 Amp
RedLeft Low beam Headlight
13 20 Amp
YellowRight Low Beam Headlight,
Fog Light Switch
14 10 Amp
RedRadio
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Clean Air........................... 175
Ethanol............................. 182
Filler Cap........................... 178
Filter.............................. 211
Gasoline............................ 174
Gauge.............................. 90
Hoses.............................. 227
Light............................... 95
Octane Rating........................ 244
Requirements.....................174,243
Tank Capacity........................ 243
Fueling.............................. 178
Fuses................................ 234
Garage Door Opener..................... 74
GasCap .............................. 178
Gasoline............................. 174
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 175
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 175
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 175
Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 92
Fuel................................ 90Speedometer......................... 91
Tachometer.......................... 91
Gearshift............................. 149
General Information...................14,21
Glass Cleaning......................... 232
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 186
Head Restraints......................... 61
Headlights............................ 237
Aiming............................. 243
Automatic........................... 67
Bulb Replacement..................... 237
Cleaning............................ 232
High Beam.........................68,91
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 68
Passing............................. 68
Switch.............................. 66
Time Delay........................67,68
Heated Seats........................... 61
Heater............................126,133
Heater, Engine Block.................... 146
Homelink Transmitter.................... 74
Hood Latch Maintenance................. 216
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Bulb Replacement..................... 237
Check Engine......................... 91
Daytime Running...................... 67
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............66,68
Engine Temperature Warning............. 92
Exterior Check........................ 49
Fog ...........................67,92,240
Front Replacement.................... 240
Headlight Switch...................... 66
Headlights........................... 66
High Beam........................... 68
High Beam Indicator................... 91
Illuminated Entry...................... 15
Instrument Cluster..................... 66
Interior.............................. 64
License............................. 242
Lights On Reminder.................... 67
Low Fuel............................ 95
Malfunction Indicator................... 91
Map Reading......................... 65
Oil Pressure.......................... 93
Park............................... 239
Rear Servicing....................... 242Seat Belt Reminder..................... 95
Security Alarm........................ 23
Service............................. 237
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . 91
Side Marker......................... 239
Theft Alarm.......................... 95
Traction Control...................... 156
Turn Signal...................66,67,91,239
Voltage.............................. 91
Load Limits........................... 179
Loading Vehicle
Capacities........................... 179
Tires ............................160,179
Locks
Central.............................. 17
Child Protection....................... 18
Cylinder............................ 216
Cylinder Maintenance.................. 216
Door............................... 15
Ignition............................. 11
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 45
Lubricants............................ 216
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