2009 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE adding oil

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 2.4L............. 369
Engine Compartment — 2.7L............. 370
Engine Compartment — 3.5L............. 371
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II...... 372
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message........... 373
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................ 373
Replacement Parts..................... 375
Dealer Service........................ 375Maintenance Procedures................. 376
▫Engine Oil......................... 376
▫Engine Oil Filter..................... 379
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter............... 380
▫Maintenance-Free Battery.............. 380
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance............ 382
▫A/C Air Filter — If Equipped........... 383
▫Body Lubrication.................... 384
▫Adding Washer Fluid................. 385
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance intervals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.The best time to check the engine oil level is about
5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not
check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat
overnight. Checking engine oil level when the engine is
cold will give you an incorrect reading.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and
only when the engine is hot, will improve the accuracy of
the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the
range markings on the dipstick. Either the range mark-
ings consist of a crosshatch zone marked SAFE or a
crosshatch zone marked with MIN at the low end of the
range and MAX at the high end of the range. Adding one
quart of oil when the reading is at the low end of the
range marking will raise the oil level to the high end of
the range marking.
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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 small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant 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.
Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum
products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Always refer to the wiper blade packaging for
specific installation instructions. Many wiper blade re-
placements fit multiple vehicles.Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers is located
in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid
level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir
with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze)
and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
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About Your Brakes....................283,288
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............285,289
Accessory Delay, Power.................... 13
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 390
Adding Fuel........................... 334
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 385
Additives, Fuel......................... 329
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 380
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 382
Air Conditioning........................ 250
Air Conditioning Controls................. 250
Air Conditioning Filter.................261,383
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 262
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 382
Air Conditioning System.............250,254,382
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 307
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment...................52,53,57
Airbag Light...................52,53,59,75,182Airbag Maintenance....................... 58
Alarm, Panic............................ 25
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............18,182
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 244
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........389,390,420
Disposal............................ 392
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............285,289
Anti-Lock Warning Light.............285,289,291
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Appearance Care........................ 398
Ashtray............................... 167
Assistance Towing....................... 116
Auto Down Power Windows................ 34
Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 31
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 99
Automatic Door Locks..................... 31
Automatic Headlights.................... 144
Automatic Oil Change Indicator........185,196,424
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Engine Oil........................... 333
Fuel Requirements..................330,332
Maintenance.......................330,334
Replacement Parts..................... 333
Starting............................. 333
Flooded Engine Starting................... 268
Floor Console.......................... 170
Fluid Capacities......................... 420
Fluid Leaks............................. 76
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................396,397
Brake............................394,422
Cooling System....................... 388
Engine Oil........................... 376
Power Steering.....................282,422
Fluids................................ 421
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 421
Fog Light Service........................ 414
Fog Lights....................143,146,189,414Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 364
Fuel................................. 325
Adding............................. 334
Additives............................ 329
Clean Air............................ 327
Ethanol............................. 327
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................181,334
Filler Door (Gas Cap)................... 181
Gasoline............................ 325
Gauge.............................. 181
Light............................... 182
Materials Added....................... 329
Methanol............................ 327
Octane Rating......................325,421
Requirements......................325,420
Tank Capacity........................ 420
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution..................... 335
Fueling............................... 334
458 INDEX