2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE seats

The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT
OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE
USED.
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
Lock Your Vehicle
Always remove the keys from the ignition and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended, even in your
own driveway or garage. Try to park your vehicle in a
well-lit area and never invite theft by leaving articles of
value exposed.
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NPhone Call Features...................108
NUConnecttSystem Features..............110
NAdvanced Phone Connectivity............115
NThings You Should Know About Your
UConnecttSystem....................117
NGeneral Information...................125
mVoice Recognition System (VR) ± If Equipped . . . 125
NVoice Recognition System (VR) Operation....125
NCommands..........................126
NVoice Training........................129
mSeats................................130
NManual Front Seat Adjustments...........130
NEasy Entry System....................133NPower Seats Ð If Equipped..............134
NHead Restraints......................135
NHeated Seats Ð If Equipped.............135
mTo Open And Close The Hood.............137
mLights...............................138
NExterior & Interior Lighting Control........138
NHeadlights & Parking Lights.............139
NAutomatic Headlights Ð If Equipped.......139
NHeadlights With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only).................139
NHeadlight Time Delay Ð If Equipped.......140
NDaytime Running Lights (DRL) Ð
If Equipped.........................140
NLights-On Reminder...................141
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CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION
WARNING!
The convertible top does not provide the structural
protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the
fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection
of the occupants of a vehicle in a collision. Therefore,
it is important that all occupants wear their seat belts
at all times when riding in a convertible. Studies
have shown that it is generally safer to remain inside
a vehicle during a collision than to be ejected from
the vehicle.
You can lower or raise the power convertible top from
inside the vehicle or lower the top remotely using the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Either operationtakes approximately 30 seconds. The entire process, in-
cluding unlatching or latching the top at the windshield
header is automatic.
The top does take up some space in the trunk when
retracted. However, the trunk will still hold a significant
amount of cargo.
When operating the power convertible top, the trunk lid
will pivot at the rear of the vehicle, swing open by the
rear window, and then pivot backward. This allows room
for the top to retract into or unfold from its stowage area
in the trunk.
When lowering the top, the system extends the hard
tonneau cover, which stows conveniently underneath the
trunk lid. The tonneau cover closes the area between the
rear seats and the trunk lid to conceal the top when
stowed.
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When raising the top, the system retracts the hard
tonneau cover back into its stowage area underneath the
trunk lid.
To complete either operation, the trunk lid returns to its
normal position and then latches.
Spring-loaded flipper doors, which provide clearance for
the linkage, close off notches in the quarter trim panels
when the top is up.
Power Convertible Top Usage Precautions
NOTE:
²The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle
is stationary, the cargo protector is positioned cor-
rectly, and the trunk lid is closed and latched. In
addition, the system prohibits lowering the top when
ambient temperature is at 0ÉF (-18ÉC) or lower, How-
ever, the system allows you to raise the top at ambient
temperatures as low as -40ÉF (-40ÉC).
²The Power Top Control Module (PTCM) monitors and
controls lowering and raising of the top. A series of
micro-switches verify that operations are complete
before allowing the next stage of lowering or raising
operation.
²Opening and closing the top consecutively without the
engine running may run the battery down.
²If a fluttering noise is heard from the rear seat belts
while driving with the top down, safely bring the
vehicle to a stop and buckle the rear seat belts over the
empty seats. This will keep tension on the seat belts
and remove the fluttering condition.
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CAUTION!
²Do not operate the Power Top when the vehicle is in motion.
²Do not operate the Power Top with the hydraulic pump
valve open.
²Do not allow the top to remain in the suspended position.
After approximately 10 minutes in the suspended position,
the hydraulic pressure will release, which will allow the top
and the trunk lid to lower. Pressing the Power Top switch
will cancel this operation.
²Always use a normal ice scraper to remove snow or ice from
the rear window. Use of a sharp object or other tools could
scratch the fabric or panels when removing snow or ice.
²Always close the top when leaving your vehicle so as not to
leave the interior exposed to potentially damaging outdoor
conditions.
²Do not leave the top lowered for several weeks at a time.
Close it occasionally to prevent discoloration in the folds of
the fabric and to allow the creases to smooth out. This is
especially important if the top was stowed when not com-
pletely dry.
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the convert-
ible top components, trunk contents, and the vehicle interior.
WARNING!
²Before operating the Power Top, make sure that no moving
parts of the convertible top can injure a person or animal.
²Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.) near the
convertible top components, the upper windshield area, the
shelf area behind the rear seats, or the convertible top
stowage area while raising or lowering the convertible top.
²When using the Power Top button on RKE transmitter, if
potential danger exists while lowering the top, release the
button immediately to interrupt the operation.
²When using the Power Top switch on the instrument panel,
if potential danger exists while lowering the top, press and
release the switch immediately to interrupt the operation.
²When using the Power Top switch on the instrument panel,
if potential danger exists while raising the top, release the
switch immediately to interrupt the operation.
²
Only drive the vehicle with the convertible top completely closed
and latched or fully lowered into its stowage compartment.
²Do not operate the Power Top when the vehicle is in motion.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are
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SEATS
Manual Front Seat Adjustments
Forward & Rearward Adjustment Ð If Equipped
The manual seat adjustment bar is at the front of the seat,
near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat
forward or rearward. Release the bar once the seat is in
the position desired. Then, using body pressure, move
forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat
adjusters have latched.
Manual Seat Adjusting Bar
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Power Seats Ð If Equipped
The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat
near the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up, down,
forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat.CAUTION!
Do not place any article under any seat as it may
cause damage to the seat controls.
WARNING!
²Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat
could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might
not be properly adjusted and you could be injured.
Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
²Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your
chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat
belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use
the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
Power Seat Switch
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Head Restraints
Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in
the event of impact from the rear. Adjust the restraint so
that the upper edge is as high as practical. To raise it, pull
upward on the head restraint. To lower it, depress the
button on the post guide and push downward on the
head restraint.
Heated Seats Ð If Equipped
Heated seats provide comfort and warmth on cold days
and can help soothe sore muscles and backs. The driver
and front passenger seats are heated.
The controls for each heater are located in the Instrument
Panel Switch Bank above the climate controls. After
turning on the ignition, you can choose from High, Off,
or Low heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each
switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator
lights will illuminate for high, one for low, and none for
off.
Adjustable Head Restraint
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