2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE ignition

Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle's OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn off theignition key or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle's OBD system isnot readyand you shouldnot
proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition key or start
the engine. This means that your vehicle's OBD system
isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle's OBD system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminated
during normal vehicle operation, you should have your
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NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
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 exhaust
system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas
where your exhaust system can contact anything 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, including a tune up to manufacturer's specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
²Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
²Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
²Do not idle the engine with any ignition coil connec-
tors disconnected for prolonged periods.
Maintenance-Free Battery
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE:The battery is stored in a compartment behind
the left front fender and is accessible without removing
the tire and wheel. Remote battery terminals are located
in the engine compartment for jump-starting.
To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the
right and remove the inner fender shield.
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WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, refer
to Exhaust Gas in the Safety Tips section of this
manual.
Cooling System
WARNING!
²When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
²You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, don't open the
hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never
try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the
radiator is hot.
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
1 40 Amp
GreenÐ Battery Feed Ð
Power Top Module
2 Ð 20 Amp
YellowÐ
3 Ð 10 Amp
RedBattery Feed Ð Cen-
ter High Mounted
Stop Light (CHMSL)/
Brake Switch
4 Ð 10 Amp
RedBattery Feed Ð Igni-
tion Switch
5 Ð 20 Amp
YellowTrailer Tow ± if
equipped
6 Ð 10 Amp
RedPower Mirror Switch/
Climate Controls
7 Ð 30 Amp
GreenIgnition Off Draw
(IOD) Sense 1Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
8 Ð 30 Amp
GreenIgnition Off Draw
(IOD) Sense 2
9 40 Amp
GreenÐ Battery Feed Ð
Power Seats - if
equipped
10 Ð 20 Amp
YellowBattery Feed Ð Cabin
Compartment Node
(CCN)
11 Ð 15 Amp
Lt BlueSelectable Power Out-
let
12 Ð 20 Amp
YellowÐ
13 Ð 20 Amp
YellowÐ
14 Ð 10 Amp
RedCabin Compartment
Node (CCN)/ Interior
Lighting
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
15 40 Amp
GreenÐ Battery Feed Ð Ra-
diator Fan Relay
16 Ð 15 Amp
Lt. BlueIgnition Run/Acc Ð
Cigar Lighter
17 Ð 10 Amp
RedWireless Control
Module (WCM)/
Clock/Steering Con-
trol Module (SCM)
18 40 Amp
GreenÐ Battery Feed Ð Auto
Shutdown (ASD) Re-
lay
19 Ð 20 Amp
YellowPower Amp Feed 2 -
if equipped
20 Ð 15 Amp
Lt. BlueRadio
21 Ð 10 Amp
RedÐCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
22 Ð 10 Amp
RedIgnition Run Ð Cli-
mate Controls/Hot
Cup Holder - if
equipped
23 Ð 15 Amp
Lt. BlueAuto Shutdown
(ASD) Relay Feed 3
24 Ð 25 Amp
ClearPower Top Module
25 Ð 10 Amp
RedIgnition Run Ð
Heated Mirrors - if
equipped
26 Ð 15 Amp
Lt. BlueAuto Shutdown
(ASD) Relay Feed 2
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
27 Ð 10 Amp
RedIgnition Run Ð Occu-
pant Classification
Module (OCM)/
Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC)
28 Ð 10 Amp
RedIgnition Run Ð Occu-
pant Classification
Module (OCM)/
Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC)
29 Ð Ð Hot Car (No Fuse Re-
quired)
30 Ð 20 Amp
YellowIgnition Run Ð
Heated Seats - if
equipped
31 Ð 10 Amp
RedÐCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
32 30 Amp
PinkÐ Auto Shutdown
(ASD) Relay Feed 1
33 Ð 10 Amp
RedBattery Feed Ð
Switch Bank/
Diagnostic Link
Connector/
Powertrain Control
Module (PCM)
34 30 Amp
PinkÐ Battery Feed Ð Anti-
Lock Brakes (ABS)
Module - if
equipped/Electronic
Stability Program
(ESP) Module - if
equipped
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to preserve your battery.
You may:
²Remove the IOD (Ignition Off-Draw) mini fuses from
the Totally Integrated Power Module located in the
engine compartment.
²Or, disconnect the batter negative cable.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.
LIGHT BULBS Ð Interior Bulb Number
Front Courtesy/Reading Lights. . LED (Dealer Service)
Center Console Courtesy Light...........578/W5W
Glove Box Light......................... 194
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Light............. 579NOTE:For lighted switches, see your dealer for replace-
ment instructions.
LIGHTS BULBS Ð Outside Bulb No.
Low Beam Headlight.....................9006
High Beam Headlight.....................9005
Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Light. . . 3457AK
Front Fog Light.....................9145//H10
Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)....W16W
(921)
Rear Tail/Stop..........................3057
Decklid Tail Light.......................T3.25
Rear Turn Signal.......................3757A
Backup Light..........................3157K
License Light........................... 168
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Time Delay.......................... 140
Heated Mirrors.......................... 99
Heated Seats........................... 135
Heater............................... 232
Heater, Beverage Holder (Cup Holder)........ 164
Heater, Engine Block..................... 255
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 142
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 324
Holder, Cup........................... 164
Holder Heated/Cooled (Cup Holder)......... 164
HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 155
Hood Prop............................ 138
Hood Release.......................... 137
Hoses................................ 381
Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................. 12
Lock................................ 12Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Indicator, Traction Control................. 274
Infant Restraint........................62,63
Information Center, Vehicle................. 187
Instrument Cluster.................174,175,176
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 173
Instrument Panel Cover................... 389
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 391
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 395
Interior Appearance Care.................. 389
Interior Lighting......................138,144
Interior Lights.......................... 144
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 147
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 339
Jack Operation.......................338,340
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