2008 Chrysler Sebring Owner Manual Sedan - Page 280

278 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If the light remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. NOTE: If the parking brake is applied while the vehicle is moving, a chime will sound to alert the driver. The chime will sound up to 10 times or until the vehicle has returned to a stop. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and the gear selector is in the PARK position. To release the parking brake, slightly pull up the handle while pushing the lock button, and guide the lever downward to its stop. The brake warning light in the instrument cluster should go out. NOTE: The parking brake lever will not release unless the lever is pulled up slightly past its applied position. Operation with an Automatic Transaxle When parking on a flat surface, place the gear selector lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. NOTE: When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake BEFORE placing the gear selector in PARK, otherwise the load on the automatic transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of 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. Operation with a Manual Transaxle - If Equipped Place the gear selector in REVERSE. As an added precaution, when parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.