2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE radiator cap

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.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark,
the instrument cluster will sound a chime. Pull over
and stop the vehicle with the engine at idle, when
safe. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the
pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on the H (red) mark for more than a
minute, turn the engine off immediately and call for
service.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, refer to Section 7, Maintenance, of this
manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling
System Pressure Cap paragraph.
Engine Oil Overheating Ð 2.4L Engine Only (If
Equipped)
During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up
long grades on hot day, the engine oil temperature may
become too hot. If this happens, the ªHOTOILº message
flashes, the vehicle speed will be reduced to 53 mph (85
km/h) until the engine oil temperature is reduced.
NOTE:Engine speed is reduced to 53 mph (85 km/h) at
the maximum. You may of course, reduce your speed
further if needed.
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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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²Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce
the amount of corrosion protection in the engine
cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner's responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of the
engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant
changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of
coolant, and to insure that coolant will return to the
radiator from the coolant recovery bottle.The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
²The warning words ªDO NOT OPEN HOTº on
the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre-
caution. Never add coolant when the engine is
overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to
cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to
build up in the cooling system. To prevent scald-
ing or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while
the system is hot or under pressure.
²Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
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Disposal of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated
substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your
local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your
community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children,
do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open
containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the
ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician
immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
4 Cylinder Engines Ðthe coolant bottle provides a quick
visual method for determining that the coolant level is
adequate. With the engine idling and warm to normal
operating temperature, the level of the coolant in the
bottle should be between the ªADDº and ªFULLº lines,
shown on the bottle.6 Cylinder Engines Ðthe level of the coolant in the
pressurized coolant bottle should be between the
ªCOLDº and ªFULLº range on the bottle when the
engine is cold.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
coolant freeze point or replacing coolant. Advise your
service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating
temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only
be checked once a month. When additional coolant is
needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added
to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles
(kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
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Fluid Check.......................383,412
Hoses.............................. 382
Master Cylinder....................... 383
Parking............................. 264
Warning Light........................ 182
Brakes.............................267,381
Brake/Transaxle Interlock.................. 256
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 72
Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 144
Bulb Replacement.....................400,401
Bulbs, Light..........................76,400
Calibration, Compass..................... 192
Capacities, Fluid........................ 409
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 316
Oil (Engine)..................354,355,356,363
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 378
Car Washes............................ 388Carbon Monoxide Warning...............74,311
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 319
Catalytic Converter...................... 366
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............213,217
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 231
Cellular Phone..................99,217,218,231
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 408
Certification Label....................... 319
Chains, Tire............................ 297
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 338
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 281
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 358
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 73
Checks, Safety........................... 73
Child Restraint..................62,63,64,68,69
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............66,68
Cigar Lighter........................... 163
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 309
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Cleaning
Wheels............................. 389
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 373
Climate Control......................... 232
Clock........................196,200,215,218
Coin Holder........................... 166
Cold Weather Operation................... 252
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 231
Compact Spare Tire...................... 292
Compass.............................. 191
Compass Calibration..................... 192
Compass Variance....................... 192
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 190
Connector
UCI ................................ 221
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 221
Console, Floor.......................... 166
Contract, Service........................ 425
Converter, Catalytic...................... 366Convertible............................. 81
Convertible Top.......................... 81
Convertible Top Maintenance............... 393
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 378
Cooler, Beverage Holder (Cup Holder)......... 164
Cooling System......................... 375
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 377
Coolant Capacity...................... 409
Coolant Level......................376,379
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 379
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 376
Inspection........................... 379
Points to Remember.................... 379
Pressure Cap......................... 378
Radiator Cap......................... 378
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........376,409
Corrosion Protection..................... 387
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 151
Cruise Light........................... 180
INDEX 435
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Phone, Cellular....................99,217,218
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnectŸ)........99,217,218
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 284
Port
Universal Serial Bus (USB).............213,217
USB .............................213,217
Power
Accessory Delay........................ 12
Brakes.............................. 267
Deck Lid Release....................... 36
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 395
Door Locks........................... 30
Mirrors.............................. 98
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 161
Seats............................... 134
Steering............................. 270
Steering, Checking..................... 371
Windows............................. 32
Power Steering Fluid..................371,412Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 47
Preparation for Jacking.................... 338
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 45
Programmable Electronic Features............ 194
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 21
Radial Ply Tires......................... 291
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 378
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 197
Radio, Navigation....................... 217
Radio Operation...................214,218,231
Radio Remote Controls.................... 230
Radio, Satellite..............213,214,217,218,225
Radio (Sound Systems).................213,217
Rear Cup Holder........................ 165
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 387
Rear Window Defroster................... 246
446 INDEX