2005 Chrysler Sebring Owner Manual Coupe - Page 157

STARTING AND DRIVING 157 "3" THIRD / "2" SECOND For driving slowly in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads where more precise speed control is desired. Also use it when climbing long grades, and for engine braking when descending moderately steep grades. Engine braking is automatically applied when necessary, depending on road conditions. "L" LOW This position is for driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at low speeds when descending steep gradients. Driving speed (Vehicles with automatic transaxle) In order to avoid damage to the engine from excessively high rpm, do not exceed the listed driving speed when the selector lever is set to the "3" (THIRD) position, the "2" (SECOND) position or the "L" (LOW) position. Condition "3" (THIRD) "2" (SECOND) "L" (LOW) Driving speed mph (km/h) 2.4 liter engine 3.0 liter engine 114 (180) 118 (190) 74 (115) 80 (130) 28 (45) 31 (45) 5 WARNING! Be very careful not to shift into "L" suddenly. Doing so may cause the tires to slip. WARNING! Always obey posted speed limits. Use common sense and drive safely, regardless of posted speed limits. Drive at speeds that are safe for the traffic, weather, or road conditions. Holding on an upgrade To avoid transaxle overheating, never hold the vehicle stationary on an incline by using the accelerator pedal. Instead, use the brake pedal.