Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Chrysler Sebring LXiFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Using Scan Tool
- Ensure battery is fully charged. Ensure ignition is off. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connectors (DLC). See Fig 1. Start engine if possible or turn ignition on. Turn A/C switch on. Shut engine off and leave ignition on. Using scan tool manufacturer's instructions, record all DTCs and freeze frame data. If scan tool is able to communicate with PCM and all vehicle systems, go to step 3.
- If scan tool is unable to communicate with PCM or all vehicle systems, perform appropriate communication failure test. See TEST NTC-1: NO TROUBLE CODE TEST MENU under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS.
- If any DTCs are displayed, perform appropriate diagnostic test under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS. To determine appropriate procedure to perform, see DTC & TEST IDENTIFICATION table under DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS.
- After repair is complete, clear DTCs from PCM memory. See CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES . If no DTCs are displayed, diagnose by symptom. See TEST NTC-1: NO TROUBLE CODE TEST MENU under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.