2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE heater

If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists
options, press the VR hard-key, listen for the beep, and
say your command.
Pressing the VR hard-key while the system is speaking is
known as ªbarging in.º The system will be interrupted
and you can add or change commands. This will become
helpful once you start to learn the options.
NOTE:At any time, you can say the words CANCEL,
HELP, or MAIN MENU.
These commands are universal and can be used from any
menu. All other commands can be used depending upon
the active application.
For example, if you are in the disc menu and you are
listening to FM radio, you can speak commands from the
disc menu or from the FM radio menu.
When using this system, you should speak clearly and at
a normal speaking volume.The system will best recognize your speech if the win-
dows are closed, and the heater/air-conditioning fan is
set to low.
At any point, if the system does not recognize one of your
commands, you will be prompted to repeat it.
To hear the first available Menu, press the VR hard-key
and say HELP or MAIN MENU.
Commands
The Voice Recognition System understands two types of
commands. Global commands are available at all times.
Local commands are available if the supported radio
mode is active.
Changing the Volume
1. Start a dialogue by pressing the VR hard-key.
2. Say a command (e.g., HELP).
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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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Press the switch once to select high-level heating. Press
the switch a second time to select low-level heating. Press
the switch a third time to shut off the heating elements.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,
spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-
tion or other physical condition must exercise care
when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even
at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods. Do not place anything on the seat that
insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
This may cause the seat heater to overheat.
Heated Seat Switches
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the
pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the
fuel tank.
2. Fuel Door Reminder
This is a reminder that the Fuel Filler Door is
located on the left side of the vehicle.
3. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem-
perature. Any reading below the red area of the
gauge shows that the engine cooling system is
operating properly. The gauge pointer may show a
higher than normal temperature when driving in hot
weather, up mountain grades, in heavy stop and go
traffic, or when towing a trailer.If the pointer rises to theH(red) mark, the instrument
cluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stop the vehicle.
Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until
the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on theH(red) mark, turn the engine off
immediately and call for service.
There are steps that you can take to slow down an
impending overheat condition. If your air conditioning is
on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to
the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C
removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature
control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and
the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act
as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
4. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
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Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If
Equipped)
Refer to ªSatellite Radioº in this section.
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VESŸ) (If Equipped)
Refer to separate ªVideo Entertainment System (VESŸ)
Guide.º
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technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and isintended for home and other limited viewing uses only,
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
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SALES CODE REN Ð MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM Ð IF
EQUIPPED
NOTE:The sales code is located on the lower right side
of the unit's faceplate.
The REN multimedia system contains a radio, CD/DVD
player, USB port, a 20 gigabyte Hard Drive (HDD), and a
ªJukeBoxº (virtual CD changer). Sirius Satellite Radio is
optional. The 6.5-inch touch screen allows for easy menu
selection.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
mStarting Procedures.....................251
NAutomatic Transaxle...................251
NNormal Starting......................252
NExtremely Cold Weather
(Below220ÉF Or229ÉC)................252
NIf Engine Fails To Start.................253
NAfter Starting........................254
mEngine Block Heater Ð If Equipped.........255
mAutomatic Transaxle.....................255
NBrake/Transaxle Interlock System..........256NAutomatic Transaxle Ignition
Interlock System......................257
N4 Speed Or 6 Speed (AutoStickt)
Automatic Transaxle...................258
mAutoSticktÐ If Equipped................262
NAutoSticktOperation..................263
NAutoSticktGeneral Information...........263
mParking Brake.........................264
mBrake System..........................267
NAnti-Lock Brake System Ð If Equipped.....268
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Normal Starting
NOTE:Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the
accelerator pedal.
For vehicles not equipped with Tip Start,turn the
ignition switch to the START position and release it when
the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 10
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position,
wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal starting
procedure.For vehicles equipped with Tip Start,turn the ignition
switch to the START position and release it as soon as the
starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run,
and it will disengage automatically when the engine is
running. If the engine fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn
the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15
seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure.
Extremely Cold Weather (below220ÉF or229ÉC)
To insure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an
externally powered electric engine block heater (available
from your dealer) is recommended.
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER Ð IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms engine coolant and
permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord
to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater cord is bundled under the hood
between the headlight assembly and the Totally Inte-
grated Power Module (Fuse Box) on the driver side of the
vehicle.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.
Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could cause
electrocution.
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
CAUTION!
Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:
²Shift the gear selector lever into PARK only after
the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
²Shift the gear selector lever into or out of RE-
VERSE only after the vehicle has come to a com-
plete stop and the engine is at idle speed.
²Do not shift the gear selector lever from RE-
VERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL into any forward
gear when the engine is above idle speed.
²Before shifting the gear selector lever into any gear,
make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal.
NOTE:You MUST press and hold the brake pedal down
while shifting the gear selector lever out of PARK.
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