2007 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN brakes

WARNING!
•BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase
braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the
condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the
traction afforded.
•The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including
those resulting from excessive speed in turns,
following another vehicle too closely, or hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver
can prevent accidents.
•The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user ’s safety
or the safety of others.
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) — If Equipped
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor-
rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applyingthe brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter-
acting the over/under steer condition. Engine power
may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the
desired path. ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine
the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it
to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path
does not match the intended path, ESP applies the brake
of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the
oversteer or understeer condition
•Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
•Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
ESP/TCS Indicator Light
The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” located in the instrument
cluster, starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and
the ESP system becomes active. The “ESP/TCS Indicator
Light” also flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESP/TCS
Indicator Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease
up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as
possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road conditions.
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Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and
shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension
components do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s
GVWR.
Loading
To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty
weight, axle by axle and side by side. Store heavier items
down low and be sure you distribute their weight as
evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before
driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you
have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within
the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight.
Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect
on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate.
A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note that
neither the GVWR nor the GAWR capacities have been
exceeded.
Vehicle with a GVWR of 4480
EXAMPLE ONLY Front Axle Rear Axle
Empty Weight 1853 lbs
(841 kg)1631 lbs
(740 kg )
Load (Including driver,
passengers, and cargo)271 lbs
(123 kg)579 lbs
(263 kg)
Total 2124 lbs
(963 kg)2210 lbs
(1002 kg)
GAWR 2195 lbs
(997 kg)2285 lbs
(1036 kg)
NOTE:Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” at-
tached to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s
GVWR and GAWR’s. This table is only an example.
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WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to an injury accident.
Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing
as safe as possible:
Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and will not shift during travel. When trailering
cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts
can occur that may be difficult for the driver to
control. You could lose control of your vehicle and
have an accident.
•When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not over-
load your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a
loss of control, poor performance or damage to brakes,
axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, chas-
sis structure or tires.
•Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the
frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.
•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.
When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow
vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in
P for Park. Always, block orchockthe trailer wheels.
•GCWR must not be exceeded.
•Total weight must be distributed between the tow
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:
1. GVWR
2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized
(This requirement may limit the ability to always
achieve 10% of tongue weight as a percentage of
total trailer weight).
Towing Requirements — Tires

Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
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Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to the
Tires–General Information section of this manual on
Tire Pressures for proper tire inflation procedures.
Also, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation
pressures before trailer usage.
Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer. Refer to the Tires–General
Information section of this manual on Tread Wear
Indicators for the proper inspection procedure.
When replacing tires refer to the Tires–General Infor-
mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires for
proper tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires
with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase
the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes

Donotinterconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with
a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000
lbs (450 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000
lbs (907 kg).
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
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WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy-
draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-
tem and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes
when you need them and could have an accident.
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis-
tance. When towing you should allow for additional
space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front
of you. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle
but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
4 - Pin Connector
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Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in the Mainte-
nance Section.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake And Power Steering System Hoses
When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance,
inspect the surface of the hoses and nylon tubing for
evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard andbrittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-
sive swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber. Particu-
lar attention should be made to examining those hose
surfaces nearest to high heat sources, such as the exhaust
manifold.
Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
NOTE:Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid,
and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera-
tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. There-
fore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not neces-
sarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of hot
fluid when systems are under pressure (during vehicle
operation) should be noted before a hose is replaced
based on leakage.
NOTE:Inspection of brake hoses should be done
whenever the brake system is serviced and at every
engine oil change.
310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 20
Location............................ 300
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 303
B-Pillar Location....................... 231
Brake Assist System..................... 221
Brake, Parking......................... 216
Brake System.......................217,310
Anti-Lock (ABS)...................... 218
Fluid Check......................... 329
Hoses.............................. 310
Master Cylinder...................... 311
Parking............................ 216
Warning Light....................... 145
Brakes............................217,310
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 212
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 63
Bulb Replacement...................321,322
Bulbs,Light ........................... 321
Calibration, Compass.................... 151
Capacities, Fluid....................... 327
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 256Oil (Engine)................287,288,289,296
Car Washes........................... 314
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 253
Catalytic Converter..................... 298
Caution, Exhaust Gas..................... 64
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance...... 189
Cellular Phone....................... 73,188
Center High Mounted Stop Light........... 326
Chains, Tire........................... 248
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 274
Chart,TireSizing ....................... 228
Check Engine Light
(MalfunctionIndicatorLight) .............. 291
Child Restraint................... 54,55,59,61
Child Restraint Tether Anchors........... 57,59
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts......... 57
Child Safety Locks....................... 25
CigarLighter .......................... 126
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 251
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 315
Climate Control........................ 190
Clock ....................157,158,160,173,182
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Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............ 140
Traction Control...................... 222
Turn Signal.................105,108,144,324
Voltage ............................. 140
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 139
Loading Vehicle.....................258,260
Capacities........................... 260
Tires ............................... 231
Locks
ChildProtection ....................... 25
Door............................... 23
Power Door.......................... 24
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 59
Lubrication, Body....................... 303
Lumbar Support........................ 98
Maintenance Free Battery................. 300
Maintenance, General.................... 293
Maintenance Procedures.................. 293
Maintenance Schedule................... 332
Schedule “A”........................ 344
Schedule “B”........................ 335Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)......................143,291
Manual, Service........................ 353
Map/Reading Lights.................... 104
Master Cylinder (Brakes)................. 311
Mini-Trip Computer..................... 149
Mirrors ............................... 70
AutomaticDimming .................... 70
Electric Powered....................... 71
Outside ............................. 72
Rearview............................ 70
Vanity .............................. 73
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 243
Mopar Parts........................292,352
Multi-Function Control Lever.............. 105
Navigation Radio....................... 181
Navigation System...................... 181
NewVehicleBreak-InPeriod ............... 63
Occupant Restraints.................... 47,50
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)....... 31,42,43,47,48
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