CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2007 1.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE.............................115
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...................................217
5STARTING AND OPERATING.................................................277
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES..............................................341
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...............................................359
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES..................................................413
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.........................................439
10INDEX....................................................................449
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
mIntroduction........................... 4
mHow To Use This Manual.................. 4
mWarnings And Cautions................... 6mVehicle Identification Number............... 6
mVehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 7
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be
aware of all safety warnings.
When it comes to service, remember that your dealer
knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-
cians and genuine Mopartparts, and is interested in
your satisfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this owner's manual:
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This manual containsWARNINGSagainst operating
procedures, which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also containsCAUTIONSagainst procedures,
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual, you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
driver's front corner of the instrument panel, visible
through the windshield. This number also appears on the
vehicle registration or title.
Vehicle Identification Number
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VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle
could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety
and may lead to an accident resulting in serious
injury or death.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mA Word About Your Keys..................13
NIgnition Key Removal...................13
NLocking Doors With The Key..............14
NKey-In-Ignition Reminder................15
mSentry Key Ð If Equipped.................15
NReplacement Keys......................16
NSentry Key Programming.................17
NGeneral Information....................17
mSteering Wheel Lock Ð If Equipped..........18NIf You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering
Wheel..............................18
NTo Release The Steering Wheel Lock.........18
NAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System . .18
mDoor Locks............................18
NManual Door Locks.....................18
NPower Door Locks.....................20
NªChild-Protectionº Door Lock System
(Rear Doors) Ð If Equipped...............22
mRemote Keyless Entry (Sedan)...............23
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NTo Unlock The Doors And Liftgate..........24
NTo Lock The Doors And Liftgate
(If Equipped With Power Options)..........25
NUsing The Panic Alarm..................25
NTo Turn Off ªFlash Lights With Lockº........26
NProgramming Additional Transmitters........26
NGeneral Information....................28
NBattery Replacement....................28
mRemote Keyless Entry (Convertible)...........30
NTo Unlock The Doors...................30
NTo Lock The Doors.....................31
NTo Unlatch The Deck Lid.................32
NPanic Alarm..........................32NUsing The Panic Alarm..................32
NTo Turn Off ªFlash Lights With Lockº........32
NTo Program Additional Transmitters.........33
NGeneral Information....................34
NTransmitter Battery Service...............34
mSecurity Alarm System Ð If Equipped.........35
NTo Set The Alarm......................36
NTo Disarm The System...................36
NSecurity System Manual Override...........37
mLiftgate (Sedan).........................37
mDeck Lid (Convertible)....................39
NPower Deck Lid Release (Convertible)........40
mEmergency Seat Back Release (Sedan).........40
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