2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE Top

WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy-conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
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CONTENTS
mConvertible Top Operation.................81
NPower Convertible Top Usage Precautions.....82
NCargo Protector........................85
NPower Convertible Top Controls............86
NLowering The Power Convertible Top........87
NRaising The Power Convertible Top.........87
NWind Stop...........................88
NPower Convertible Top Operation & Warning
Messages............................92mMirrors...............................96
NAutomatic Dimming Mirror...............96
NOutside Mirrors.......................97
NPower Remote Control Mirrors.............98
NHeated Remote Control Mirrors Ð
If Equipped..........................99
NVanity Mirror Ð If Equipped..............99
mHands-Free Communication (UConnectt)Ð
If Equipped............................99
NOperation...........................101
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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!
²Correctly position the cargo protector in the trunk
before stowing the top. Doing so closes a switch
that allows top operation (stowing) to proceed. If
the switch is not closed, a warning message dis-
plays in the instrument cluster to notify the driver.
²Always place items carefully into the trunk.
²Do not push items too far into the trunk, particu-
larly when the top is retracted into its stowage area
in the trunk.
²Do not use the area near the tonneau cover for
storage.
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the convertible top components, trunk contents, and
the vehicle interior.
CAUTION!
Before operating the Power Top:
1. Always check the tonneau cover area to be sure that it is
clear of debris or other items.
2. Make sure the ambient temperature is above 0ÉF (-18ÉC).
a. Never attempt to lower a frozen convertible top. Wait until
the top is thawed before lowering it into the stowage
compartment.
b. Make sure the convertible top is dry before lowering it
into the stowage compartment. Lowering the top when
damp, wet, or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to
the inside of your vehicle.
3. Make sure there is sufficient clearance of at least 7.5 ft. (2.2
m) for the top to move up.
a. To prevent striking a low ceiling or automatic door opener
with the top, it is strongly recommended that you do not
operate the power top inside a garage or parking structure.
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the
convertible top components, trunk contents, and the vehicle
interior.
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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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Cargo Protector
The cargo protector is located in the trunk. Before low-
ering the convertible top, you must unfold the cargo
protector and seat the tabs at each end of the cargo
protector in the V slots in the trunk liner. Doing so closes
a switch that allows top operation. If the switch is not
closed, a warning message displays in the instrument
cluster to notify the driver.
Positioning the Cargo Protector for Top Operation
Pull the cargo protector toward you to begin unfolding
the panels. Grasp the handle in the center of the outer-
most (top) panel and raise the cargo protector. Then,
align and seat the tabs at each end of the cargo protector
in the V slots in the trunk liner as shown in the illustra-
tion.
Cargo Protector
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Power Convertible Top Controls
The Power Top switch is located on the instrument panel
to the left of the steering column.There is also a Power Top button on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) Transmitter for remotely lowering the power
convertible top.
Power Top SwitchPower Top Button
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