2006 Chrysler Sebring Owner Manual Convertible - Page 91

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 91 your Owner Manual for more details). If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked promptly. Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap or poor fuel quality may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing. The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs. (See page 215 for more information.) 11. Fog Light Indicator - If Equipped This light shows when the fog lights are ON. (See page 68 for more information.) 12. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature. Any reading within the normal range (approximately mid point on the scale) shows that the cooling system is operating properly. The gauge pointer may show a higher than normal temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, in heavy stop and go traffic, or when towing a trailer. If the pointer rises to the "H" mark, stop the vehicle and turn off the engine until the problem is corrected. There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioning is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the cooling system. 13. Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine coolant condition. 4