2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN Owners Manual

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or
death.
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CONTENTS

A Word About Your Keys..................12
▫Ignition Key Removal...................13
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder................14
▫Locking Doors With The Key..............15

Sentry Key...........................15
▫Replacement Keys......................16
▫Sentry KeyProgramming................17
▫General Information....................18

Security Alarm System — If Equipped.........18▫Rearming Of The System.................18
▫To Arm The System.....................19
▫To Disarm The System...................19

Illuminated Entry System — If Equipped.......20

Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped.........21
▫To Unlock The Doors...................22
▫To Lock The Doors.....................24
▫ToUnlatchTheTrunk ...................25
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▫Using The Express Down Windows Feature —
If Equipped..........................25
▫Using The Panic Alarm..................25
▫Programming Additional Transmitters........25
▫Battery Replacement....................25
▫General Information....................26

Remote Start System — If Equipped..........27
▫How To Use Remote Start................28

Door Locks............................29
▫Manual Door Locks.....................29
▫Power Door Locks.....................31
▫Child-Protection Door Lock System
(Rear Doors)..........................33

Power Windows........................34▫Power Window Switches.................34
▫Auto Window Down — If Equipped.........35
▫Auto Window Up— If Equipped...........36
▫Reset Auto Up........................37
▫Window Lockout Switch.................37
▫Wind Buffeting........................38

Trunk Lock And Release...................38

Trunk Safety Warning.....................39
▫Trunk Internal Emergency Release..........40

Occupant Restraints......................40
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts.....................42
▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure.....47
▫Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage....48
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▫Rear Seat Belts........................48
▫Seat Belt Pretensioners...................48
▫Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ..........................49
▫BeltAlertProgramming.................49
▫Automatic Locking Mode................50
▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women............51
▫Seat Belt Extender......................51
▫Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag . .52
▫Airbag System Components...............53
▫Front Seat Airbag Features................53▫Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls.....59
▫Event Data Recorder (EDR)...............65
▫Child Restraint........................67

Engine Break-In Recommendations...........78

SafetyTips ............................78
▫Exhaust Gas..........................78
▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
TheVehicle ..........................79
▫Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle....................80
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
You can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with
either side up.The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the
key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers
can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized
dealer. Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers
and keep them in a safe place.
Vehicle Key
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Ignition Key Removal
Automatic Transaxle
Place the gear selector lever in PARK. Turn the ignition
switch to the ACC position, push the key and cylinder
inward, rotate the key to the LOCK position. Then
remove the key.NOTE:
•If you try to remove the key before you place the
selector lever in PARK, the key may become trapped
temporarily in the ignition switch lock cylinder. If this
occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove
the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the
system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock
cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inop-
erable. The engine can be started and stopped, but the
key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
•For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), the power window
switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), and
power outlets will remain active for 45 seconds after
the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.
Opening either door will cancel this feature.
Ignition Key Positions
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•For vehicles equipped with EVIC, the power window
switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), and
power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes
after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi-
tion. Opening either door will cancel this feature. The
time for this feature is programmable. For details, refer
to “Key-Off Power Delay,” under “Personal Settings
(Customer Programmable Features)” under “Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4
of this manual.
WARNING!
NEVER leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.
NOTE:
•The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the
ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position.
•With either front door open, and the key in the
ignition, both the power door locks and Remote Key-
less Entry (RKE) will not function.
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