2006 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE heating

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, turn
the system off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle.
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between Reverse
and First gear. Usually the least accelerator pedal pres-
sure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the
wheels is most effective.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transaxle overheating and failure. It can
also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above
35 mph (55 km/h).
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Flat bed towing is the preferred towing method. If a flat
bed towing vehicle is not available, a wheel lift towing
vehicle may be used.
Rear towing is not recommended with the front wheels
on the ground, as transaxle damage can result. If rear
towing is the only alternative, a front end dolly must be
used.
CAUTION!
Do not use sling type towing equipment. Damage to
the fascia and air dam may result.
208 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, to the manufacturer’s specifications, should be
obtained immediately.To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected for prolonged period.
Engine Timing Belt
Replace the engine timing belt (2.4L Only) at the intervals
described in the appropriate maintenance schedule.
Crankcase Emission Control System
Proper operation of this system depends on freedom from
sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle mileage
builds up, the Positive Crankshaft Ventilation (PCV) valve
and passages may accumulate deposits. If a valve is not
working properly, replace it with a new valve. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE!
Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or
plugging deposits. Replace if necessary.
224 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Crankcase Emission Control System......... 224
Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 72
Cruise Light........................... 89
Customer Assistance.................... 280
Daytime Running Lights.................. 68
Dealer Service......................... 217
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 139
Defroster, Windshield...............44,132,138
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 215
Dimmer Control........................ 66
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 69
Dipsticks
Automatic Transaxle................... 240
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 234
Engine Oil.......................... 221
Door Ajar Warning...................... 14
Door Locks............................ 12
Door Locks, Automatic................... 14
Door Opener, Garage..................... 75
Drive Belts............................ 222Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 207
E-85 Fuel............................. 181
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)..... 79
Electrical Power Outlets................... 79
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 72
Emergency Brake....................... 153
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 208
Jacking............................. 199
Jump Starting........................ 204
Overheating......................... 198
Towing............................. 208
Emergency Trunk Release...............20,21
Emission Control System Maintenance....216,262
Engine............................213,214
Air Cleaner Filter..................... 222
Block Heater......................... 148
Break-In Recommendations............... 42
Checking Oil Level.................... 218
Compartment.....................213,214
Coolant (Antifreeze)................232,258
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Cooling............................ 232
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 180
Fails to Start......................... 148
Fuel Requirements.................178,257
Oil ..........................218,257,258
Oil Change Interval................... 219
Oil Selection......................220,257
Oil Synthetic......................... 221
Overheating......................... 198
Timing Belt.......................... 224
Engine Oil Viscosity..................... 257
Entry System, Illuminated................. 12
Exhaust Gas Caution...............43,180,231
Exhaust System........................ 231
Exterior Light Service.................... 251
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 222
Automatic Transaxle................... 240
Engine Fuel......................... 223
Engine Oil.......................221,258
Engine Oil Disposal................... 221Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 198
Turn Signal.......................... 90
Flash-To-Pass........................... 69
Flat Tire Changing...................... 199
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range....................... 182
Engine Oil.......................... 182
Fuel Requirements.................181,182
Maintenance......................... 183
Replacement Parts.................... 183
Starting............................ 182
Floor Console.......................... 55
Fluid, Brake........................... 259
Fluid Capacities........................ 257
Fluid Leaks............................ 44
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle................... 240
Capacities........................... 257
Cooling System....................... 232
Engine Oil.......................... 218
Power Steering....................... 227
Fluids............................... 258
292 INDEX

Onboard Diagnostic System............215,216
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) .......... 75
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).......... 4
Overdrive............................ 152
Overheating, Engine..................... 198
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).......4,283
Paint Care............................ 241
Paint Damage......................... 241
Panic Alarm........................... 17
Parking Brake......................... 153
Parking On Hill........................ 154
Passing Light........................... 69
Pets.................................. 42
Pets, Transporting....................... 42
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 163
Power
Brakes............................. 155
Distribution Center.................... 248
Door Locks.......................... 12
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)......... 79
Seats............................... 60
Steering............................ 157Steering, Checking.................... 227
Windows............................ 21
Power Steering Fluid.................... 259
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 28
Preparation for Jacking................... 200
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 26
Programmable Electronic Features.........75,79
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry)...............17,75,79
Radial Ply Tires........................ 170
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)........ 234
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 99
Radio Operation...............109,115,127,129
Radio Remote Controls.................. 126
Radio, Satellite......................... 123
Radio (Sound Systems).............100,109,114
Rear Window Defroster.................. 139
Rearview Mirrors........................ 56
Reformulated Gasoline................... 178
Refrigerant............................ 227
Reminder, Lights On..................... 68
INDEX 297
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