STARTING AND OPERATING
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NOTE: Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle
und er heavy operating cond itions will improve perfor-
mance, fuel econom y, and extend transaxle life by red uc-
ing excessive shifting and heat build up.
PARKING BRAKE
When the parking brake is applied with the
ignition on, the brake light in the instru ment
cluster will come on.
Use the “3” range when descend ing steep grad es to
prevent brake system distress.
NOTE: This light only show s that the parking brake is
on. It does not show the degree of brake application.
“L” Low
This range shou ld be used for maxim um engine braking
when descend ing steep grad es. In this range, up shifts
will occur only to prevent engine over speed while down
shifts occur as early as possible.
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WARN ING!
Never use Park position on an autom atic tran smis-
sion as a substitu te for the park ing brak e. Alw ays
apply park ing brak e fully when park ed to guard
again st veh icle movem ent and possib le injury or
damage.
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is set. To set the parking brake, pull up firm ly on
the lever. Also place the gear selector in the Park position.
| Categories | Chrysler Manuals, Chrysler Sebring Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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