2008 Chrysler Sebring Owner Manual Convertible - Page 258

258 STARTING AND OPERATING 4 Speed or 6 Speed (AutoStickா) Automatic Transaxle The electronically controlled transaxle provides a precise shift schedule. The transaxle electronics are selfcalibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles. Gear Ranges "P" PARK "P" PARK supplements the parking brake by locking the transaxle. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use "P" PARK while vehicle is in motion. Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range. When parking on a flat surface, place the selector lever in the "P" PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the selector lever in "P" PARK, otherwise the load on the transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of "P" PARK. As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. Selector Lever