2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING oil reset

tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odom-
eter reset button to turn off the “gASCAP” message.
(Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System — OBDII” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information). If
the problem continues, the message will appear the next
time the vehicle is started. See your authorized dealer
service center as soon as possible.
CHAngE OIL
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “CHAngE OIL” message will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately
12 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” position.To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset
the oil change indicator system (after performing the
scheduled maintenance) perform the following proce-
dure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not
start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly 3 times
within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.
4. For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)”.
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•Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in
motion)
•Trunk Ajar (with a single chime)
•Headlights On
•Key In Ignition
•Oil Change Required (with a single chime)
•ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped
Oil Change Required — If Equipped
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The Oil Change Required message will
flash in the EVIC display for approximately five 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).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times
within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.
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NOTE:The2.7L engine is now rated for E85 Ethanol
use (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES). Only
vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on
E-85. Refer to “Flexible Fuel” in “Starting and Operating”
for further information.
Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or
E85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the
manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from
Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of
Methanol.
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain-
ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol
content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85
fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms:
•operate in a lean mode
•OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on
•poor engine performance
•poor cold start and cold drivability
•increased risk for fuel system component corrosion
To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with
E-85 perform the following:
•drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer)
•change the engine oil and oil filter
•disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the
engine controller memory
More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged
exposure to E-85 fuel.
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NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil
if it has been six months since your last oil change even
if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-
nated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 397

New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 79
Occupant Restraints ..................... 60,64
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .........38,56,57,60,63
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 294
Odometer ............................. 149
Trip ............................. 149,152
Oil Change Indicator ................ 151,161,396
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............151,161
Oil, Engine ......................... 348,393
Capacity ............................ 392
Change Interval ............... 151,161,349,396
Checking ............................ 348
Dipstick ............................. 348
Disposal ............................ 351
Filter ............................ 351,393
Filter Disposal ........................ 351
Identification Logo ..................... 349
Materials Added to ..................... 351 Recommendation
................... 349,392
Synthetic ............................ 351
Viscosity ......................... 350,392
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 351
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 351
Oil Pressure Light ....................... 147
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............344,345
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 120
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Overdrive ............................. 246
Overheating, Engine ...................... 321
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,419
Paint Care ............................. 371
Panic Alarm ............................ 24
Parking Brake .......................... 254
Passing Light ........................... 108
Personal Settings ........................ 166
Pets .................................. 79
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Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 216
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 36
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 382
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 346
Replacement Tires ....................... 282
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 418
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........151,161
Restraint, Head .......................... 98
Restraints, Child ......................... 69
Restraints, Infant ......................... 70
Reverse Lights .......................... 387
Rotation, Tires .......................... 284
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 82
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 84
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 418
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 81 Safety Information, Tire
................... 266
Safety Tips ............................. 80
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 212
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 210
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 396
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 376
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 51
Seat Belts .............................. 82
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 45
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 45
And Pregnant Women ................... 52
Child Restraint ....................... 69,78
Extender ............................. 52
Front Seat .......................... 40,41
Inspection ............................ 82
Operating Instructions ................... 41
Pretensioners .......................... 47
Rear Seat ............................. 40
Reminder ............................ 146
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Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 120
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transporting Pets ........................ 79
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 281
Trip Odometer .......................... 149
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 152
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) ...................... 36
Trunk Release, Emergency ................37,38
Trunk Release Remote Control ............... 36
Turn Signals ...................... 108,153,387
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .............. 93
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ......... 143
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 421
Universal Transmitter ..................... 120
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 294 Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt
.............. 44
Upholstery Care ........................ 374
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 92
Variance, Compass ....................... 165
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 305
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 273,305,307
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 229,382
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System) .................. 214
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 350
Voice Recognition System (VR) ............... 93
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 145
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
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