2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN immobilizer

Locking Doors With The Key
There is only one external door lock cylinder which is
located in the driver’s door only.
You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key rearward. To unlock the door, turn the
key forward. See ”Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” of this manual for door lock
lubrication.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry KeyImmobilizer System prevents unautho-
rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys, which have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder), to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate thevehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two seconds
if someone uses an invalid key to start the engine.
NOTE:A key which has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
During normal operation, after turning on the ignition
switch, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will turn
on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on
after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem
with the electronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash
after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an
invalid key to start the engine. Either of these conditions
will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light turns on
during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for
longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in
the electronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle ser-
viced as soon as possible.
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CAUTION!
Always remove Sentry Keysfrom the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
NOTE:
•The Sentry KeyImmobilizer System is not compat-
ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
•Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass™ an additional Sentry Key,
or any other transponder equipped components on the
same keychain willnotcause a key-related (transpon-
der) fault unless the additional part isphysically held
against the ignition keybeing used when starting the
vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics
will not cause interference with this system.All of the keys provided with your vehicle have been
programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Keyhas been programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
The PIN is required for authorized dealer replacement of
keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an
authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Pro-
gramming procedure. This procedure consists of pro-
gramming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank
key is one which has never been programmed.
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NOTE: When having the Sentry KeyImmobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the
authorized dealer.
Sentry KeyProgramming
You can program new keys to the system if you have two
valid Sentry Keysby performing the following proce-
dure:
1. Cut the additional Sentry KeyTransponder blank(s)
to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.
2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn
the ignition switch to the ON position for at least three
seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the
ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first
key.
3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 15
seconds. After ten seconds, a chime will sound. Inaddition, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will
begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position and remove the second key.
4. Insert a blank Sentry Keyinto the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 60
seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In
addition, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will
stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete,
the indicator light will turn on again for three seconds
and then turn off.
The new Sentry Keyis programmed.The Keyless Entry
Transmitter will also be programmed during this pro-
cedure.
Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you
do not have a programmed Sentry Keycontact your
authorized dealer for details.
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Heated Seats........................... 126
Heater............................... 243
Heater, Engine Block..................... 269
Hitches
TrailerTowing ........................ 340
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 144
Hood Prop............................ 131
Hood Release.......................... 130
Hoses................................ 400
Ignition............................... 13
Key ............................... 12,13
Lock................................ 13
Ignition Key Removal..................... 13
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Infant Restraint...................... 67,68,69
Information Center, Vehicle................. 183
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 85Instrument Cluster.................170,171,172
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 169
Instrument Panel Cover................... 408
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 410
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 412
Interior Appearance Care.................. 408
Interior Lights.......................... 131
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 138
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 356
Jack Operation.......................356,358
Jacking Instructions...................... 358
Jump Starting.......................... 364
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
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Safety Tips............................. 78
Satellite Radio...............222,223,225,227,234
Satellite 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)........................ 40Seats................................. 121
Adjustment.......................... 121
Cleaning.........................129,409
Head Restraints....................... 125
Heated............................. 126
Lumbar Support....................... 124
Power.............................. 124
Rear Folding.......................128,129
Rear Folding (Sedan).................... 162
Reclining ............................ 123
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........395,430
Selection of Oil......................... 382
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Service Assistance....................... 443
Service Contract......................... 445
Service Manuals........................ 447
Setting the Clock.............193,196,208,224,227
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Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™)........ 89,225,227
Hard Drive (HDD)....................222,225
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water......................... 292
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 353
Head Restraints......................... 125
Headlights............................ 418
Bulb Replacement...................... 418
Cleaning............................ 410
High Beam........................136,182
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 136
On With Wipers....................... 139
Passing............................. 134
Replacing............................ 418
Switch .............................. 132
Heated Seats........................... 126
Heater............................... 243
Heater, Engine Block..................... 269Hitches
TrailerTowing ........................ 340
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 144
Hood Prop............................ 131
Hood Release.......................... 130
Hoses................................ 400
Ignition............................... 13
Key ............................... 12,13
Lock................................ 13
Ignition Key Removal..................... 13
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Infant Restraint...................... 67,68,69
Information Center, Vehicle................. 183
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 85
Instrument Cluster.................170,171,172
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 169
Instrument Panel Cover................... 408
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Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 410
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 412
Interior Appearance Care.................. 408
Interior Lights.......................... 131
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 138
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 356
Jack Operation.......................356,358
Jacking Instructions...................... 358
Jump Starting.......................... 364
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 21
Keyless Entry System (Sedan)................ 21
Keys................................. 12Knee Bolster.......................... 52,53
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 179
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 42
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 73
Latches
Hood............................... 130
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 323
LifeofTires ............................ 309
LightBulbs ............................ 417
Lights .............................. 80,131
Airbag........................ 53,65,79,173
Back-Up............................. 424
Brake Warning........................ 178
Bulb Replacement...................... 418
Center Mounted Stop................... 428
Daytime Running...................... 134
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 287
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 174
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Cleaning.........................129,409
Head Restraints....................... 125
Heated............................. 126
Lumbar Support....................... 124
Power.............................. 124
Rear Folding.......................128,129
Rear Folding (Sedan).................... 162
Reclining ............................ 123
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........395,430
Selection of Oil......................... 382
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Service Assistance....................... 443
Service Contract......................... 445
Service Manuals........................ 447
Setting the Clock.............193,196,208,224,227
Settings, Personal........................ 190
Shoulder Belts........................... 42Side Window Demisters (Defrosters).......... 255
Signals, Turn........................... 424
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 291
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 312
Snow Tires............................ 312
Sound Systems (Radio).................222,225
Spare Tire..........................307,356
Spark Plugs............................ 385
Specifications
Oil ................................ 382
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........141,176
Speedometer........................... 172
Starting............................... 264
Engine Fails to Start.................... 266
Starting Procedures...................... 264
Steering
Linkage............................. 392
Power...........................290,391
TiltColumn .......................... 140
486 INDEX