Lights CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2008 1.G User Guide

Head/Thorax airbags (if equipped) are located inside the
driver and front passenger seats, and their covers are also
labeled SRS AIRBAG.
NOTE:Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior
trim; but they will open to allow airbag deployment.
WARNING!
²Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee blocker
panel in any way.
²Do not mount any accessories to the knee blocker
panel such as alarm lights, stereos, citizens band
radios etc.
SRS Airbag Label
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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake
fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and
corrected immediately.
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NUConnectŸ System Features.............149
NAdvanced Phone Connectivity............154
NThings You Should Know About Your
UConnectŸ System....................155
NGeneral Information...................163
mSeats................................164
NFront Seat Adjustment..................164
NPower Seat Adjuster Ð If Equipped........165
NManual Lumbar Ð If Equipped...........166
NFolding Front Passenger Seat Ð If Equipped . . 167
NDriver's Seat Back Tilt Ð If Equipped.......167
NPassenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System) Ð
Convertible.........................168
NAdjustable Head Restraints..............169
NHeated Seats Ð If Equipped.............169NFolding Rear Seat (Sedan)...............171
NFolding Rear Seat (Convertible)...........173
NTumbling Rear Seat (Sedan)..............175
NTumbling Rear Seat (Convertible)..........177
NRear Seat Removal (Sedan)..............181
mTo Open And Close The Hood.............183
mLights...............................184
NMap/Reading Lights (Sedan).............184
NMap/Reading Lights (Convertible).........185
NMulti-Function Control Lever.............186
NHeadlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights.............................186
NDaytime Running Lights (DRL) Ð
If Equipped.........................187
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NLights-On Reminder...................187
NFog Lights Ð If Equipped...............188
NTurn Signals.........................188
NHighbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch.........189
NPassing Light........................190
mWindshield Wipers And Washers...........190
NWindshield Washers...................191
NMist Feature.........................191
NWindshield Wiper Operation.............192
NIntermittent Wiper System...............192
mTilt Steering Column....................193
mElectronic Speed Control Ð If Equipped......194
NTo Activate..........................194NTo Set At A Desired Speed...............195
NTo Deactivate........................195
NTo Resume Speed.....................195
NTo Vary The Speed Setting...............195
NManual Transaxle.....................196
NTo Accelerate For Passing...............196
mGarage Door Opener Ð If Equipped.........197
NProgramming HomeLinkt...............198
NGate Operator/Canadian Programming.....201
NUsing HomeLinkt.....................202
NReprogramming A Single HomeLinkt
Button.............................202
NSecurity............................202
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Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the
mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.NOTE:The driver vanity mirror will become inoperable
when the vehicle alarm is enabled.
NOTE:The passenger vanity mirror will become inop-
erable if left on for more than 10 minutes.
Sun Visor Sliding Feature
The sun visors may be pulled out to provide extended
coverage of the side glass.
HANDS±FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnectŸ) Ð
IF EQUIPPED
UConnectŸ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle
communications system. UConnectŸ allows you to dial
a phone number with your cellular phone using simple
voice commands (e.g.,9Callº{ªMikeº{ºWork9or9Dialº
{ª248-555-12129). Your cellular phone's audio is trans-
mitted through your vehicle's audio system; the system
will automatically mute your radio when using the
UConnectŸ system.
Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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CAUTION!
Do not place anything on the seat that insulates
against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may
cause the seat heater to overheat. To avoid heated seat
surfaces coming in contact and potential seat over-
heating, ALWAYS ensure that the seat heater is in the
OFF position (amber lights are on for HIGH or LOW
and no amber lights for the OFF position) before
placing any of the seats into a folded flat position.
Heated seats provide comfort and warmth when needed
for the front driver's and passenger's seats. The heaters
provide the same average heat level for both seat and
back cushions. The controls for each heater are located
near the bottom center of the instrument panel.With the ignition switch in the on or run
position, you may choose from HIGH, LOW, or
OFF heat settings. Amber LEDs on the side of
each switch indicate the level of heat in use.
Two LEDs are illuminated for HIGH, one for LOW, and
none for OFF. Pressing the switch once will select the
HIGH setting. Pressing the switch a second time, will
select the LOW setting. Pressing the switch a third time,
will turn the heating elements OFF.
Heated Seat Switches
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Use the hood prop rod clipped to the driver's side of the
engine compartment to secure the hood in the open
position. Place the hood prop at the location stamped into
the inner hood surface.
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 20
cm (8 inches) and then drop it. This should secure both
latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully
closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.
LIGHTS
Map/Reading Lights (Sedan)
These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the
rear view mirror. Each light is turned ON by pressing the
button. Press the button a second time to turn the light OFF.
The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer
control is turned fully upward, past the second detent.
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NOTE:The lights will remain on until the switch is
pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned
off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off
automatically.
Map/Reading Lights (Convertible)
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, these
lights, located under the rearview mirror can be turned
on by switches located at the base of the rearview mirror.
NOTE:The lights will remain on until the switch is
pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned
off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off
automatically.
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Multi-Function Control Lever
The Multi-Function Control Lever controls the operation
of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight
beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior
lights, the passing lights, and fog lights. The lever is
located on the left side of the steering column.
Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights
Turn the end of the Multi-Function Control Lever to the
first detent for parking light operation. Turn to the
second detent for headlight operation.
Headlamp Control
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To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
rotate the center portion of the Multi-Function Control
Lever up or down.Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Ð If Equipped
The high beam lights will come on as Daytime Running
Lights (DRL) at DRL intensity (lower), whenever the
ignition is on, the engine is running, the headlight switch
is off, the parking brake is off, the turn signal is off, and
the gear shift is in any position except park.
NOTE:On this vehicle, the daytime running light will
automatically turn off when the turn signal is in opera-
tion and automatically turn back on when the turn signal
is not operating.
Lights-on Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the driver
when the driver's door is opened.
Dimmer Control
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