Chrysler Sebring Convertible 2006 Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE1INTRODUCTION...32THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..

SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPEDWith this system, an electronically coded ignition keysends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electronicsrecognizes

Two Types of SignalsThere are two basic types of radio signals... AM orAmplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted soundcauses the amplitude, or he

Power Switch, Volume ControlPress the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn thevolume control clockwise to increase the volume. Thevolume will be

Toggle the PTY button to select the following formattypes:Program Type Radio DisplayAdult Hits Adlt HitClassical ClassiclClassic Rock Cls RockCollege

Pressing PTY, then SCAN will scan the FM Band and stopat all RDS stations. Each RDS station will be played for a5 second scan once around the FM Band

5 seconds after pressing the SET button, the station willcontinue to play but will not be locked into push-buttonmemory.You may add a second station t

Tape EjectPress the EJT Tape button and the cassette will disengageand eject from the radio.Scan ButtonPress this button to play 10 seconds of each se

CAUTION!This CD player will accept 43⁄4inch (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechanism.Inserting The Compact Di

FF/TUNE/RWPress FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin tofast forward until FF is released. The RW ( Reverse)button works in a similar manner.

CD Changer Control Capability — If EquippedThis radio is compatible with a remote mounted CDchanger available through Mopar Accessories. The fol-lowin

An ERR symbol will appear on the display if the laser isunable to read the Disc data for the following reasons:•Excessive vibration•Disc inserted upsi

Replacement KeysNOTE:Only keys that have been programmed to thevehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Oncea Sentry Key has been program

Electronic Volume ControlThe electronic volume control turns continuously (360degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning thevolume control

AudioThe audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL-ANCE, and FADE.Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed.Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to in

Cassette Player FeaturesWith ignition OFF and the sound system OFF, you caneject the tape cassette by pushing the EJECT button.You can turn the tape p

When Dolby is ON, the NR symbol appears on thedisplay. Each time a tape is inserted the Dolby will turnON.* “Dolby” noise reduction manufactured under

Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (IfEquipped)Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner’s Manual.CD Diagnostic IndicatorsWhen driv

Radio OperationPower/Volume ControlPress the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn thevolume control clockwise to increase the volume.NOTE:Power t

Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed.Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to increase or decrease theBass tones.Press the AUDIO button a second tim

Inserting The Compact DiscCAUTION!This CD player will accept 43⁄4inch (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechanis

Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomlyselected track.Press the RND (button 4) button a second time to stopRandom Play.ModePress the MODE b

Random Play (RND)Press the Random button to play the tracks on theselected disc in random order for an interesting change ofpace.Random can be cancell

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEMThe interior lights will come on when you open eitherdoor, unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry orcentral unlock f

SALES CODE RB1—AM/FM STEREO RADIOWITH DVD/GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEMThe navigation system provides maps, turn identifica-tion, selection menus and instruct

Loading the CD ChangerWhen inserting the first CD into the changer if the radiois on, wait until the single slot is illuminated on bothsides and simpl

Program Button 1Press this button to play the next available disc.Program Button 4 (Random Play)Press this button while the CD is playing to activateR

To eject additional CDs from the changer, first select thenumbered button where the CD is located and then pressthe EJT button.CD Changer Operation wi

ESN/SID Access With RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1 andRBQ RadiosWith the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position andthe radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME b

888-539-7474 to discuss options for channel blocking orunblocking. Please have your ESN/SID informationavailable.Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channel

•Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in theform of short audio mutes.•Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings cancause intermittent

The left hand control is a rocker type switch with apush-button in the center. The function of the left handcontrol is different depending on which mo

CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCETo keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition,take the following precautions:1. Do not use cassette tape

6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may becometoo high.NOTE:If you experience difficulty in playi

If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in theignition switch, and the driver’s door is open, the doorswill not lock.If the door lock plu

near the windshield glass. The In-Car Temperature Sen-sor is mounted behind the ATC control panel. Thesesensors transmit data on sun strength and vehi

61,...to 89,90, Hi, for automatic temperature control. Youcan select a very hot or cold comfort setting by holdingthe comfort control until it reache

Air Direction Buttons (Mode)These buttons allow you to select from five air distribu-tion patterns. These buttons should be used only whenyou can not

NOTE:The air conditioning compressor is on in thismode. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the wind-shield. To improve fuel economy, leave in the d

Side Window DemistersSide window demisters are located on the instrumentpanel. These non adjustable outlets direct air toward theside windows in any m

Operating Tips (ATC only)UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1354

NOTE:If the system is in the AUTO mode and the fancontrol is already rotated fully clockwise or fully coun-terclockwise, the control may have to be ro

Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticedwhen the air conditioning compressor is on. This is anormal occurrence as the compressor will cy

•Panel — Air ConditioningOutside air flows through the air condition-ing system and then through the outletslocated in the instrument panel.•Bi-Level

Rear Seat OutletsThese outlets are located under the front seats and directwarm air to the rear seat passengers. Air is directedthrough these outlets

Central Locking—If EquippedTurning the driver’s door lock to the unlock positiontwice within five seconds will unlock both doors. Turningthe key in th

Summer OperationAir conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosionprotection and to raise t

Operating Tips (Manual A/C Control Only)UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1414

Outside Air IntakeMake sure the air intake, directly in front of the wind-shield, is free of ice, slush, snow or other obstructionssuch as leaves. Lea

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures...146▫ Automatic Transaxle ...146▫ Manual Transaxle ...

䡵 Tire Safety Information...158▫ Tire Markings ...158▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...162▫ Tire Loadin

▫ Fuel Requirements ...182▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles(E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles ...182▫ Starting

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.CAUTION!Long peri

WARNING!Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into thethrottle body air inlet opening in an attempt to startthe vehicle. This could result in flas

If Engine Fails to StartIf the engine fails to start after you have followed the“NORMAL STARTING” or “EXTREME COLDWEATHER” procedures, it may be flood

WARNING!Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.Damage to the 110-115 volt AC electrical cord couldcause electrocution.Use the heater when temp

4. A single chime will indicate the completion of theprogramming.Automatic Unlock on Exit—Only Available ifAutomatic Door Locks are EnabledThis featur

CAUTION!Damage to the transaxle may occur if the followingprecautions are not observed:•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come toa complete s

Four Speed Automatic TransaxleThe electronically controlled transaxle provides a preciseshift schedule. The transaxle electronics are self calibrat-in

WARNING!Your vehicle could move and injure you and others ifit is not completely in P (Park). Check by trying tomove the gearshift lever back and fort

NOTE:Using the “3” range while operating the vehicleunder heavy operating conditions will improve perfor-mance, fuel economy, and extend transaxle lif

To release the parking brake, apply the brake pedal andpull up on the parking brake lever. Push the releasebutton and lower the lever fully.When parki

BRAKE SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes asstandard equipment. In the event power assist is lost forany reason (for example, re

WARNING!Pumping of the brake pedal will diminish the effec-tiveness of Anti-lock brakes and may lead to anaccident. Pumping makes the stopping distanc

POWER STEERINGThe power assisted steering system of your vehicleprovides mechanical steering capability in the eventpower assist is lost.If for some r

A push-button located on the top of the steering columnturns the Traction Control System ON or OFF.The system is always in the “ON” mode unless:•The t

•European Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tires designed to this standard havethe tire size molded into the sidewall beginnin

To unlock the doors:Press and release the UNLOCK button once to unlock thedriver’s door. Press the button twice within 5 seconds tounlock all doors. I

Tire Sizing ChartEXAMPLE:Size Designation:P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standardsⴖ...blank...ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on Euro

EXAMPLE:Service Description:95 = Load Index—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.H = Speed Symbol—A symbol indicating th

Tire Identification Number (TIN)The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tirehowever the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white si

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationNOTE:The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listedon either the face of the driver’s door or th

LoadingThe vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Youwill not exceed the tire’s load

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from yourtrailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult thismanual to determine how this reduc

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WARNING!Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloadingcan cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, andincrease your stopping distance. Use ti

2. Economy—Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce tread

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap–if equipped. Thiswill prevent moisture and dirt from ent

To unlock the trunk:Press and hold the Trunk button on the transmitter tounlatch the trunk.NOTE:The transmitter can be programmed to unlatchthe trunk

WARNING!High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi-mum load is dangerous. The added strain on yourtires could cause them to fail. You could have

Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount aconventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since thewheel is designed specifically for the compac

WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and

Life of TireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including but not limited to:•Driving style•Tire pressure•Distance drivenWARNI

WARNING!•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combina-tions of unapproved tires and wheels may chan

TIRE CHAINSDue to limited clearance, tire chains are not recom-mended.CAUTION!Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains areused.SNOW TIRESSome a

Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for yourtype of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules”Section of this manual. More frequent rotat

autostick lever to the AUTOSTICK position. The trans-axle will remain in the current gear until an upshift ordownshift is chosen.Move the lever back t

FUEL REQUIREMENTSYour vehicle is designed to meet all emis-sion regulations and provide excellent fueleconomy when using high quality regularunleaded

CAUTION!DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol. Use ofthese blends may result in starting and driveabilityproblems and may damage critical fuel syst

3. Press and release the Lock and Unlock buttons simul-taneously, followed by a press and release of ANY buttonon each new transmitter to be programme

Fuel System CautionsCAUTION!Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’sperformance:•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.Using le

•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every timethe vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditio

Fuel RequirementsYour vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline withan octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture ofthese two.For best res

Replacement PartsMany components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) aredesigned to be compatible with ethanol. Always be surethat your vehicle is ser

NOTE:Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking”sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is properlytightened.The Malfunction Indicator Light

VEHICLE LOADINGVehicle Loading CapacitiesFront Seat Occupants ...2Rear Seat Occupants ...2Luggage ...

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rearaxles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axlesevenly. M

Trailer Hitch ClassificationThe following chart provides the industry standard forthe maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class cantow and sh

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetra

Trailer and Tongue WeightAlways load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight inthe front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of theGross Trailer We

2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching thenew batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may causebattery deterioration. If you touch the bat

Towing RequirementsTo promote proper break-in of your new vehicle driv-etrain components the following guidelines are recom-mended:CAUTION!•Avoid towi

•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.When parking, apply the parking brake on the towvehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmi

Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes−Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system orvacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.This coul

Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & WiringWhenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,stop lights and turn signals on the trail

Towing TipsBefore setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic.If using a manual transmi

Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (IfEquipped)−Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.−When using the speed control, if you experience sp

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher...198䡵 If Your Engine Overheats...198䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing.

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe flasher switch is on top of the steering column,just behind the steering wheel. Depress the switchand both cluster indicator

CAUTION!Driving with a hot cooling system could damageyour vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H”, pullover and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle in

TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASEUse the key or the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter toopen the trunk from outside the vehicle. From inside thecar the trunk lid

Preparations for JackingPark the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice orslippery areas, and set the parking brake. Place the gearselector in PAR

1. Block wheel diagonally op-posite flat tire.2. Remove the spare tire, scissors jack and lug wrenchfrom stowage.3. Before raising the vehicle, use lu

Jack Engagement Locations202 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can makethe vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack andhurt someone near it. Raise the vehic

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES IF BATTERY ISLOWWARNING!•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to getit started. Vehicles equipped with an automatictran

WARNING!Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as thiscould establish a ground connection and personinjury could result.5. Connect the other cable

7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the abovesequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.WARNING!Any procedure other than above c

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACESAccelerationRapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip-pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLEIf your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, turnthe system off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle.If your vehicle b

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHERVEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on theground)Automatic TransaxleYour vehicle may be towed under the follow

Trunk Internal Emergency ReleaseNOTE:As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emer-gency Release lever is built into the trunk latchingmechanism. In th

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 2.4L Engine...213䡵 2.7L Engine...214䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD

▫ Appearance Care And Protection FromCorrosion ...241䡵 Convertible Top Care...246▫ Washing ...

2.4L ENGINE2.4L Engine CompartmentMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2137

2.7L ENGINE2.7L Engine Compartment214 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD IIYour vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboarddiagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitorsthe perfor

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEPROGRAMSIn some localities, it may be a legal requirement to passan inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control

If your OBD system is not ready, you should see yourauthorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle wasrecently serviced or had a battery failur

WARNING!You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the proper equipme

CAUTION!Overfilling or underfilling will cause aeration orloss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.Change Engine OilRoad conditions and you

The window controls on the driver’s door operate allwindows.The driver’s window switch has an Auto Down feature.Press the window switch past the deten

If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oilat every interval shown on schedule ⬙A⬙ of the ⬙Mainte-nance Schedules⬙ section of this manu

Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)SAE 5W-20 and SAE 5W-30 engine oils are recom-mended for all operating temperatures. These engineoils are designed to

Engine Oil Filter SelectionAll manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type dispos-able oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. Thequal

WARNING!The air cleaner can provide a measure of protectionin the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the aircleaner unless such removal is necessa

WARNING!A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with

Maintenance-Free BatteryThe top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor isperiodic maintenance r

CAUTION!It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the negative cable is atta

Refrigerant Recovery and RecyclingR-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar-bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro-tection

Fluid level should be maintained at the proper levelindicated on the side of the reservoir. If necessary, addfluid to restore to the proper indicated

If you use a lubricant that cannot be dispensed directlyinto the lock cylinder, apply a small amount of thelubricant to the key. Insert the key into t

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, evenon short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driverand cause a collision which includes yo

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement•Lift the wiper arm away from the glass.•Push the release tab and slide the wiper blade assem-bly away from the wipe

Exhaust SystemThe best protection against carbon monoxide entry intothe vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaustsystem.If you notice a cha

Cooling SystemWARNING!•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignitionswitch to the OFF position. The

Selection Of CoolantUse only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant, referto Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correctcoolant type.CAUTION!Mixi

Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-cording to the temperatures occurrin

ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physicianimmediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.Coolant LevelThe coolant bottle provides a quic

•Maintain coolant concentration at 50% HOAT enginecoolant (minimum) and distilled water for propercorrosion protection of your engine which containsal

WARNING!Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure andpossibly an accident. Driving with your foot restingor riding on the brake pedal can result in

Master CylinderThe fluid level in the master cylinder should be checkedwhen performing under hood services, or immediately ifthe brake system warning

Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate thebrake fluid as seal damage will result!Fuel System HosesElectronic Fuel Injection high pressure fu

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back andadjust the front seat.2. The seat belt latch plate is on

Procedure For Checking Fluid LevelThe fluid level in the automatic transaxle should bechecked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation withan impro

•Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, ortrailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly formore than 45 minutes of continuous oper

What Causes Corrosion?Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal ofpaint and protective coatings from your vehicle.The most common causes are

•Use Mopar touch up paint or equivalent on scratchesor chips as soon as possible. Your dealer has touch uppaint to match the color of your vehicle.•If

You should not increase the gloss level, especially on topof the instrument panel top surface. Higher gloss levelswill increase the reflectivity in th

Glass SurfacesAll glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basiswith any commercial household-type glass cleaner.Never use an abrasive type clean

CONVERTIBLE TOP CAREImmediate removal of any contaminant is recommended.Regular washing of the top will enhance its life andappearance, and make succe

Vacuuming the top with a wet/dry shop vacuum willdecrease the top’s drying time, ensure removal of all dirt,and delete streaks in the material. Multip

FUSESUnderhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)A Power Distribution Center is located in the enginecompartment, near the air cleaner. This informatio

Cavity Fuse Circuit1 30 AmpGreenBlower Motor2 10 Amp Red Right High Beam Head-light, High Beam Indica-tor3 10 Amp Red Left High Beam Head-light4 15 Am

WARNING!• A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle willnot protect you properly. The lap portion could ridetoo high on your body, possibly causing

Cavity Fuse Circuit11 10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster,Transmission Control,Park/Neutral Switch,Body Control Module12 10 Amp Red Left Low beam Headlight1

REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBSLIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb NumberInstrument Cluster ...PC194ABS Indicator ... PC161Fog

3. Gently pry the headlight assembly away from thefender as shown in the picture. This will free the ball studfrom its retainer in the fender. Pull th

5. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb.CAUTION!Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oilcontamination will severely shorten bu

2. Gently pry the headlight assembly away from thefender as shown in the picture. This will free the ball studfrom its retainer in the fender. Pull th

Fog Light Bulb Replacement1. Remove the screw securing the light assembly to thefront fascia.2. Pull the bulb and socket assembly away from thevehicle

Rear Light Bulb Replacement1. Open the trunk and pull the trunk liner away toexpose the wiring connector and light housing plasticretainers.2. Disconn

License Plate Bulb Replacement1. Locate both small slots on the outboard side of thelicense lamp. Using a small screwdriver, remove theentire housing.

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartEngine Coolant Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Form

ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartAutomatic Transaxle Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.Brake Master Cylinder Mopar威 DOT 3, SA

WARNING!• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofinternal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’tbe at the strong hip and pelvic bones,

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance...262䡵 Maintenance Schedules...262▫ Schedule “B” ...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in boldtype must be done at the times or mileages specified toassure t

NOTE:If ANY of these apply to you then change yourengine oil every 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 3 months,whichever comes first and follow schedule B of t

•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correctoperation.•Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator forproper fit.At Each Oil Chang

SCHEDULE “B”Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicleunder one or more of the following conditions. Changethe automatic transmission flu

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000(Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter,

Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000(Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filt

Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000(Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filt

Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000(Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)Change engine oil and engine oil

The pretensioners are triggered by the front airbag con-trol module (see Airbag Section). Like the front airbags,the pretensioners are single use item

Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000(Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000 105,000(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) (180 000)Change engine oil and engine

Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000(Kilometers) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) (205 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if

SCHEDULE “A”Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) (60 000)[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24

Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000(Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000)[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000 102,000(Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000) (180 000)[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96]

Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000(Kilometers) (190 000) (200 000) (210 000)[Months] [108] [114] [120]Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X XInspect

WARNING!You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the right equipmen

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle...280▫ Prepare For The Appointme

4. Turn off the engine. A single chime will sound tosignify that you have successfully completed the pro-gramming.The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAle

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FORYOUR VEHICLEPrepare For The AppointmentIf you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have theright papers with

•If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to thegeneral manager or owner of the dealership. Theywant to know if you need assistance.•If yo

Service ContractYou may have purchased a service contract for yourvehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-pected repairs after your man

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSIn the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If youbelieve that your vehicle has a defect which could causea crash or cause in

Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledgeof the vehicle, system and/or components is written instraightforward language with illustrations, d

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con-ditions on a specified governm

WARNING!The temperature grade for this tire is established fora tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.Excessive speed, underinflation, or

INDEX10

About Your Brakes ... 155ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ... 155Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... 233Adding Fuel

Autostick ... 176Auxiliary Power Outlet ... 79Ball Joints ... 228Battery ...

Driver and Right Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) - AirbagThis vehicle has front airbags for both the driver andfront passenger as a

Changing A Flat Tire ... 199Charging System Light ... 90Chart, Tire Sizing ... 160Check Engine Li

Crankcase Emission Control System ... 224Cruise Control (Speed Control) ... 72Cruise Light ... 89Customer Assi

Cooling ... 232Exhaust Gas Caution ... 180Fails to Start ... 148Fuel Requirements ...

Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ... 258Fog Light Service ... 255Fog Lights ... 68,91,255Freeing A S

Cleaning ... 244High Beam ... 69,90High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ... 69Passing ...

LatchesHood ... 63Lead Free Gasoline ... 178Leaks, Fluid ... 44Life of Tires .

Door ... 12Ignition ... 9Lower Anchors andTether for CHildren (LATCH) ... 37,39Lubrica

Onboard Diagnostic System ... 215,216Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink威) ... 75Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ... 4Overdrive ...

Reminder, Seat Belt ... 27Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ... 15Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ... 126Remote Trunk

Service Manuals ... 283Setting the Clock ... 99Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ... 134,139Signals, Tur

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction... 4䡵 How To Use This Manual... 4䡵 Warnings And Cautions... 6䡵

The seat belts are designed to protect you in many typesof collisions. The front airbags deploy only in moderateto severe frontal collisions. But even

General Information ... 167High Speed ... 169Inflation Pressures ... 168Jacking ...

Tread Wear Indicators ... 172Trip Computer ... 95Trip Odometer ... 92Trip Odometer Reset

NOTES

WARNING!•Relying on the airbags alone could lead to moresevere injuries in a collision. The airbags workwith your seat belt to restrain you properly.

wheel and column. If the key is in the “off” position, inthe ACC position, or not in the ignition, the airbags arenot on and will not inflate.•The air

NOTE:A frontal collision that is not severe enough toneed airbag protection will not activate the system. Thisdoes not mean something is wrong with th

Maintaining Your Airbag SystemWARNING!•Modifications to any part of the airbag systemcould cause it to fail when you need it. You couldbe injured beca

Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck-led up in a rear seat. According to crash statistics,children are safer when properly restrained

WARNING!•Improper installation can lead to failure of aninfant or child restraint. It could come loose in acollision. The child could be badly injured

than one year. These child seats are also held in thevehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH childrestraint anchorage system. (See the LATCH — C

connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail-able for some time. For some older child restraints, manychild restraint manufacturers offer a

Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child RestraintSystemWe urge that you carefully follow the directions of themanufacturer when installing your child re

INTRODUCTIONThis manual has been prepared with the assistance ofservice and engineering specialists to acquaint you withthe operation and maintenance

installing the child restraint buckle the seat belt so theseat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out ofreach. If the buckled seat belt int

To attach a child restraint tether strap:1. Lift the carpet flap to expose the anchor directly behindthe seat where you are placing the child restrain

Transporting PetsAirbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possiblyinjured, or injure a pas

SAFETY TIPSExhaust GasWARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make

DefrostersCheck operation by selecting the defrost mode and placethe blower control on high speed. You should be able tofeel the air directed against

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Convertible Top Operation...47▫ To Lower The Top ...47▫ To Raise T

▫ Multi-Function Control Lever ...67▫ Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument PanelLights ...67▫ Automatic Headli

CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATIONWARNING!The convertible top does not provide the structuralprotection that a reinforced metal roof does, and thefabric top ca

3. Release the top from the windshield header by pullingboth latch handles rearward until the latch hooks are free.4. Press the Power Top Switch to di

CAUTION!Damage to the top material could result if the latchhandles are not completely closed when the top islowered. The convertible top cover cannot

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3. Press the Power Top Switch to raise the top. Before thetop reaches the windshield, open both front latchhandles. Press the switch again to continue

Installation From Inside The Vehicle1. Kneel on the rear seat and tuck the rear edge and sideedges of the top cover under the black molding near thetr

3. Snap the top cover flaps to the inner trim panel snaps.The side of the seat back cushion hides the snap.4. Press down on the forward portion of the

Installation From Outside The Vehicle1. Start on one side of the vehicle and tuck as much of thetop cover as possible under the black molding.2. Snap

3. Tuck the top cover tab closest to you into the spacebetween the seatback and the seatback bracket.4. Walk to the other side of the vehicle and fini

6. Press down on the forward portion of the top cover toengage the hook and loop fasteners.Top Cover RemovalUnsnap the snaps and disengage the hook an

passengers and a rear courtesy lamp located directly inback of the center console. The center console can belocked using the “master” key.Two coin hol

CAUTION!To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,never spray any cleaning solution directly onto themirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth

Outside Mirror Adjustment — Driver’s SideAdjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane oftraffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtaine

SEATSManual Front Seat AdjustmentsForward/Rearward — If EquippedThe adjusting bar is at the front of the seats, near thefloor. Pull the bar up to move

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis manual contains WARNINGS against operatingprocedures which could result in an accident or bodilyinjury. It also contains CAU

WARNING!•Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seatcould cause you to lose control. The seat beltmight

CAUTION!Do not place any article under a power seat as it maycause damage to the seat controls.Heated Seats — If EquippedWARNING!Persons who are unabl

To Fold The Front Seatback Forward:Turn the high mounted release lever rearward and foldthe seatback forward. If you release the lever early, asafety

Adjustable Head RestraintsHead restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Adjust the restraints sothat the

Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the openposition. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the holemarked “prop” on the underside of the hoo

NOTE:The map lights will remain on until the mirrorswitches have been turned to the OFF position, so be surethat they have been turned off before leav

turn on the lights. Turn the panel dimmer switch fullyclockwise to prevent the lights from coming on when adoor is opened.NOTE:The interior lights hav

Multi-Function Control LeverThe Multi-Function lever controls the operation of theheadlights, turn signals, headlight beam select switch,instrument pa

Automatic Headlights—If EquippedThis system automatically turns your headlights on at apreset level of outdoor lighting. Turn the end of thecontrol le

Headlight Beam Select SwitchPull the turn signal lever towards you to switch theheadlights to HIGH beam. Pull the turn signal lever asecond time to sw

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys... 9▫ Ignition Key Removal ... 9▫ Automatic

To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and holdwhile spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in thedelay range, the wiper will operate fo

WARNING!Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-umn, you could lose control of the vehicle

NOTE:The Traction Control System is enabled eachtime the ignition switch is turned On. This will occureven if you used the switch to turn the system o

To Deactivate:A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCELbutton, or normal brake or clutch pressure will deactivatespeed control without erasing

When Climbing A HillIf vehicle speed drops 3 mph (5 km/h) below the SpeedControl set speed, the transaxle will downshift to thirdgear. Under severe co

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPEDThe HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up tothree remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-ate devices

WARNING!Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust whiletraining the transceiver. Exhaust gas can ca

5. The indicator light in the Universal Transceiver willbegin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly. The rapidflashing indicates successful programm

difficulty in locating the training button, check yourgarage door opener manual, or call 1-800-355-3515 or, onthe Internet, at www.homelink.com.2. Pre

Reprogramming A Single Button1. Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to bereprogrammed. Do not release until step 4 has beencompleted.2. Wh

▫ General Information ...18▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...18䡵 Vehicle Theft Alarm...19▫ Tamper Alert

CAUTION!Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off•Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when notin use (i.e.,

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instruments And Controls...85䡵 Instrument Cluster Standard...86䡵 Instrument Clu

▫ Seek Button (Radio Mode) ...101▫ Tuning ...101▫ Radio Data System (RDS) ...101▫ PTY (Program Type)

▫ CD Changer Control Capability —If Equipped ...108䡵 Sales Code RBB—AM/FM Stereo RadioWith Cassette Tape Player And CD ChangerCa

䡵 Satellite Radio — If Equipped...123▫ System Activation ...123▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumber (ENS

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 854

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STANDARD86 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUMUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 874

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – GTC MODEL88 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Fuel GaugeWhen the ignition key is in the ON position, thepointer will show the level of fuel remaining inthe fuel ta

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSCAUTION!An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Alwaysremove the key from the ignition, lock the doors, andclose the window

light stays on, or comes on while driving, have thesystem checked by an authorized dealer. (See page 72for more information.)5. TachometerThe red area

your Owner Manual for more details). If the bulb doesnot come on when turning the key from OFF to ON,have the condition checked promptly.Certain condi

14. Transmission Range IndicatorThis indicator illuminates to show the automatic trans-mission gear selection.An optional AutoStick Gear Indicator dis

17. Oil Pressure LightShows low engine oil pressure. The light willcome on and remain on briefly when the igni-tion is turned on as a bulb check. If t

In an ABS equipped vehicle, the Brake System Warninglight will come on if the ABS light is not functioning or ifthe ABS system is not communicating.19

COMPASS, TEMPERATURE, AND TRIPCOMPUTER DISPLAY — IF EQUIPPEDThis feature allows you to choose between a compass /temperature display and one of five t

Trip ConditionsAverage Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)This display shows the average fuel economy since thelast reset.Estimated Range (DTE)This display shows t

Automatic Compass CalibrationThe self-calibrating feature of the compass eliminates theneed to calibrate the compass for normal conditions.During a sh

Setting the Compass VarianceRefer to the variance map for the correct compass vari-ance zone. To check the variance zone, the ignition mustbe on and t

Outside TemperatureIf the outside temperature is more than 131°F (55°C), thedisplay will show 131°F. When the outside temperature isless than ⫺40°F (⫺