2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN trunk release

•RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Battery Low (with a
single chime)
•Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not In
PARK.
•Left/Right Door Ajar (one or more, with a single
chime if speed is above 1 mph / 1 km h)
•Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in
motion)
•Trunk Ajar (with a single chime)
•Headlights On
•Key In Ignition
•Speed Too High (with a single chime)
•Oil Change Required (with a single chime)
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The Oil Change Required message will
flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds
after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next
scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon
your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN
position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and
release the MENU button. To reset the oil change indica-
tor system (after performing the scheduled maintenance)
perform the following procedure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not
start the engine).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185
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Steering Linkage
The tie rod end ball joints should be inspected for
external leakage and damage when other maintenance is
performed.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks,
door hinges, trunk hinges, and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism,
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a smallamount of a high quality lubricant such as MoparLock
Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock
cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non-abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film
and help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Make sure that they are not frozen to the
glass before turning them on to avoid damaging the
blade.
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Delay (Intermittent) Wipers............... 29,138
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 377
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player..........222,225
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 136
Dipsticks
Automatic Transaxle.................403,404
Oil (Engine).......................... 380
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 368
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 398
Engine Oil........................... 384
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 31
Door Opener, Garage..................... 144
DriveBelts ............................ 384
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 291
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water................................ 292
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 240E-85 Fuel............................. 328
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 258
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 87
Electrical Power Outlets................... 154
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 141
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 287
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 183
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 356
Jump Starting......................... 364
Towing ............................. 368
Emergency Trunk Release................. 39,40
Emission Control System Maintenance......378,434
Engine........................ 78,374,375,376
Air Cleaner.......................... 385
Block Heater......................... 269
Break-In Recommendations................ 78
Checking Oil Level..................... 380
Coolant (Antifreeze).................395,430
456 INDEX

Radio Operation...................223,226,242
Radio, Satellite..............222,223,225,227,234
Radio (Sound Systems).................222,225
Rear Cup Holder........................ 161
Rear Seat, Folding....................128,129
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 406
Rear Window Defroster................... 258
Rear Window Features.................... 258
Rearview Mirrors........................ 85
Recorder, Event Data...................... 65
Recreational Towing...................349,369
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 324
Refrigerant............................ 389
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 49
Remote Control
Door Locks........................... 21
Security Alarm......................... 18
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 21
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan)............... 21Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 238
Remote Starting System.................... 27
Remote Trunk Release..................... 38
Replacement Bulbs....................... 417
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 379
Replacement Tires....................... 310
Reporting Safety Defects................... 446
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........175,185
Restraint, Head......................... 125
Restraints, Child......................... 67
Restraints, Infant......................... 68
Reverse Lights.......................... 424
Rotation, Tires.......................... 313
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 79
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 80
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 446
Safety Information, Tire................... 294
INDEX 465
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Guide .............................. 341
Recreational.......................349,369
Weight .............................. 341
Towing Assistance....................... 102
Traction.............................. 292
TrailerTowing .......................... 338
Cooling System Tips.................... 349
Hitches............................. 340
Minimum Requirements................. 343
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 342
Wiring .............................. 346
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 341
TrailerWeight .......................... 341
Transaxle............................. 270
Additives............................ 405
Automatic.................... 13,264,270,403
Autostick............................ 275
Filter ............................... 405
Maintenance.......................... 403Operation........................... 270
Overdrive........................... 274
Selection of Lubricant................... 432
Transmission
Range Indicator....................... 174
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 144
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transporting Pets........................ 77
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 309
Trip Odometer.......................... 174
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 176
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)...................... 38
Trunk Release, Emergency................ 39,40
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 38
Turn Signals......................135,179,424
INDEX 469
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Electrical Power Outlets................... 154
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 141
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 287
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 183
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 356
Jump Starting......................... 364
Towing ............................. 368
Emergency Trunk Release................. 39,40
Emission Control System Maintenance......378,434
Engine........................ 78,374,375,376
Air Cleaner.......................... 385
Block Heater......................... 269
Break-In Recommendations................ 78
Checking Oil Level..................... 380
Coolant (Antifreeze).................395,430
Cooling ............................. 394
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 327
Fuel Requirements..................323,429Jump Starting......................... 364
Oil ...........................380,429,430
Oil Change Interval............175,185,382,434
Oil Filler Cap.................374,375,376,383
OilFilter ............................ 384
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 384
Oil Selection.......................382,429
Oil Synthetic......................... 383
Operation............................ 78
Overheating.......................... 353
Temperature Gauge..................... 172
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 383
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 62
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 324
Event Data Recorder...................... 65
Exhaust Gas Caution................ 78,327,394
Exhaust System......................... 393
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 51
476 INDEX

Remote Trunk Release..................... 38
Replacement Bulbs....................... 417
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 379
Replacement Tires....................... 310
Reporting Safety Defects................... 446
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........175,185
Restraint, Head......................... 125
Restraints, Child......................... 67
Restraints, Infant......................... 68
Reverse Lights.......................... 424
Rotation, Tires.......................... 313
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 79
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 80
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 446
Safety Information, Tire................... 294
Safety Tips............................. 78
Satellite Radio...............222,223,225,227,234Satellite Radio Antenna................... 235
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 434
Seat Belt Maintenance..................... 411
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 49
Seat Belts
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.................. 48
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 48
And Pregnant Women................... 51
Child Restraint....................... 67,76
Extender............................. 51
Front Seat.......................... 42,43
Operating Instructions................... 43
Pretensioners.......................... 48
Rear Seat............................. 42
Reminder............................ 173
Untwisting Procedure.................... 47
Seat Belts (Sedan)........................ 40
Seats................................. 121
Adjustment.......................... 121
INDEX 485
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Selection of Lubricant................... 432
Transmission
Range Indicator....................... 174
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 144
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transporting Pets........................ 77
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 309
Trip Odometer.......................... 174
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 176
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)...................... 38
Trunk Release, Emergency................ 39,40
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 38
Turn Signals......................135,179,424
UCI Connector......................... 229
UConnect™ (Hands-Free Phone)........... 89,225Understanding Your Instrument Panel......... 169
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 449
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 229
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port...........222,225
Universal Transmitter..................... 144
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 323
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 47
Upholstery Care........................ 408
USB Port...........................222,225
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 400
VanityMirrors ........................... 89
Variance, Compass....................... 189
Vehicle Certification Label................. 335
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................300,335,337
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................255,417
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
INDEX 489
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