reset CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2008 1.G User Guide

4. To complete the compass calibration, drive the vehicle
in one or more complete 360 degree circles under 5 mph
(8 km/h) in an area free from power lines, large metallic
objects, until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass
will now function normally.Odometer DisplayWhen the appropriate conditions exist, the following
odometer messages will display:
CRUISE...................... Cruise Activated
gASCAP ....................... Fuel Cap Fault
noFUSE .......................... Fuse Fault
These messages can be manually turned off by pressing
the right reset button (on the instrument cluster).
Trip Odometer (ODO)This display shows the distance traveled since the last
reset. Press and release the right button (on the instru-
ment cluster) to switch from odometer, to trip A or trip B.
Press and hold the right button while the odometer/trip
odometer is displayed to reset.Trip AShows the total distance traveled for trip A since the last
reset.Trip BShows the total distance traveled for trip B since the last
reset.
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EVIC FunctionsPress the EVIC button until one of the following func-
tions are displayed on the EVIC:•
Compass/Temperature/Audio
•
Average Fuel Economy
•
Distance To Empty (DTE)
•
Elapsed Time
•
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
•
Personal Settings
To Reset The DisplayPressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear the
resettable function currently being displayed. Reset will
only occur if a resettable function is currently being
displayed. To reset all resettable functions, press and
release the EVIC button a second time within three
seconds of resetting the currently displayed function
(Reset ALL will be displayed during this three second
window).
EVIC Button
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Compass/Temperature/AudioPress and release the EVIC button to display one of eight
compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is
facing, the outside temperature and the current radio
station.
For additional information regarding the compass, refer
to Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
in this section.Average Fuel EconomyShows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read
“RESET” or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the
history information will be erased, and the averaging will
continue from where it was before the reset.
Distance To Empty (DTE)Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with
the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is
determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous
and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel
tank level. This is not resettable.
NOTE:Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
When the DTE value is less than 30 miles estimated
driving distance, the DTE display will change to a text
display of LOW FUEL. This display will continue until
the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant amount
of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the LOW FUELtext
and a new DTE value will be displayed, based on the
current values in the DTE calculation and the current fuel
tank level.
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Elapsed TimeShows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset
when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed
time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON
or START position.Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)Refer to Section 5, “Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) for system operation.Personal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)This allows the driver to set and recall features when the
transmission is in PARK (automatic transmission) or the
vehicle is stopped (manual transmissions).
Press and release the EVIC button until Personal Settings
is displayed in the EVIC.Use the EVIC button to display one of the following
choices:
LanguageWhen in this display you may select different languages
for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions.
Pressing the EVIC button while in this display selects
English, Espanol, Deutsch, Italiano, or Francais depend-
ing on availability. As you continue the displayed infor-
mation will be shown in the selected language.
NOTE:
UConnect™ language will not change using the
EVIC. Please refer to “Language Selection” in the
HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) — IF
EQUIPPED section of this manual for details.Lock Doors Automatically at 15 MPH (24 Km/h)When ON is selected all doors lock automatically when
the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). Press
and hold the EVIC button when in this display until ON
or OFF appears to make your selection.
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NOTE:In Hands-Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the
MUTE button mutes the microphone.SCAN Button (Radio Mode)Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for
the next listenable station in either, AM, FM, or Satellite
(if equipped) frequencies, pausing for five seconds at
each listenable station before continuing to the next. To
stop the search, press SCAN a second time.PSCAN Button (Radio Mode)Pressing the PSCAN button causes the tuner to scan
through preset stations in either, AM, FM, or Satellite (if
equipped) frequencies, pausing for five seconds at each
preset station before continuing to the next. To stop the
search, press PSCAN a second time.TIME ButtonPress the TIME button and the time of day will display
for five seconds.
Clock Setting Procedure1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.
2. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/AUDIO con-
trol.
3. After the hours are adjusted, press the TUNE/AUDIO
control to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to
blink.
4. Adjust the minutes using the TUNE/AUDIO control.
5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds.RW/FF (Radio Mode)Pressing the Rewind/Fast Forward button causes the
tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of
the arrows. This feature operates in either AM, FM or
Satellite (if equipped) frequencies.
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You may add a second station to each pushbutton by
repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press
the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display
window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in
both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM, 12 FM,
and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into
pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2
memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton
twice.
Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding
button number will display.Preset Buttons1-6(Radio Mode)These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you
commit to pushbutton memory, 12 AM, 12 FM, and 12
Satellite (if equipped) stations.
Operating Instructions - CD ModeNOTE:The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC
position to operate the radio.Inserting The Compact Disc (Single CD Player)Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD
label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into
the CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on the
radio display.
If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch to CD
mode and begin to play. The display will show the track
number and play time in minutes and seconds. Play will
begin at the start of track one.
NOTE:•
On some vehicles, you may insert or eject a disc with
the radio or ignition switch OFF.
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By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is
displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency
station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY
function only operates when in the FM mode.
If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program
Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio
will tune to the preset station.SET/DIR Button (Radio Mode) — To Set the
Pushbutton MemoryWhen you are receiving a station that you wish to
commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/DIR but-
ton. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display
window. Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this
station and press and release that button. If a button is
not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/
DIR button, the station will continue to play but will not
be stored into pushbutton memory.You may add a second station to each pushbutton by
repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press
the SET/DIR button twice and SET 2 will show in the
display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and
SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM,
12 FM and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored
into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2
memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton
twice.
Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding
button number will be displayed.
Buttons1-6(Radio Mode)These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you
commit to pushbutton memory, 12AM, 12 FM, and 12
Satellite (if equipped) stations.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTSStarting Procedures .....................291
▫ Automatic Transaxle ...................291
▫ Manual Transaxle .....................292
▫ Normal Starting ......................292
▫ Extremely Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or
29°C) .............................292
▫ If The Engine Fails To Start ..............293
▫ After Starting ........................293
▫ Turbocharger Cool-Down...............293 
Automatic Transaxle — If Equipped .........294
▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock System .......295
▫ Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock
System .............................295
▫ Four-Speed Automatic Transaxle ...........296
▫ Reset Mode .........................296
▫ Gear Ranges For The Four-Speed Automatic
Transaxle ...........................297
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feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and
stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain
service.FOUR-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEThe electronically controlled transaxle provides a precise
shift schedule. The transaxle electronics are self calibrat-
ing; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be
somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and preci-
sion shifts will develop within a few shift cycles.RESET MODEThe transaxle is monitored electronically for abnormal
conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause
damage, the transaxle shifts automatically into second
gear. The transaxle remains in second gear despite the
forward gear selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL
will continue to operate. This second gear limp-in feature
allows the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service
without damaging the transaxle.In the event that the problem has been momentary, the
transaxle can be reset to regain all forward gears.
Stop the vehicle and shift the gear selector lever into
PARK.
Turn the Key to OFF then restart the engine.
Shift the gear selector lever into DRIVE and resume
driving.
If the transaxle cannot be reset, authorized dealer service
is required.
NOTE:
Even if the transaxle can be reset, it is recom-
mended that you visit an authorized dealer at your
earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has
diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could
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NOTE:•
Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.
This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened
properly. The Malfunction Indicator Light in the in-
strument cluster may turn on if the gas cap is not
secured properly. Make sure that the gas cap is tight-
ened each time the vehicle is refueled.
•
When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel
tank is full.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageIf the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“gASCAP” message will be displayed in the Odometer/
Trip Odometer in the instrument cluster. Refer to “Instru-
ment Cluster Description” in Section 4 of this manual.
Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
odometer/trip odometer reset button to turn the message
off. If the problem continues, the message will appear thenext time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a
damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row,
the system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL). Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light
off.Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System — OBDII” in
Section 7 of this manual for more information.
VEHICLE LOADINGVehicle Loading Capacities
Front Seat Occupants
....................... 2
Rear Seat Occupants (sedan) .................. 3
Rear Seat Occupants (convertible) .............. 2
Luggage ....................... 115lbs(52kg)
Rated Vehicle Capacity (sedan) ....... 865lb(392 kg)
Rated Vehicle Capacity (convertible) . . . 715 lb (324 kg)
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