CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2009 1.G Owners Manual

CAUTION!
•Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in
use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent engine starting.
•Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will discharge the
battery even more quickly. Only use these inter-
mittently and with greater caution.
•After the use of high-power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
REAR SHELF PANEL — IF EQUIPPED
The Rear Shelf Panel attaches to guides in the rear cargo
area. The rear shelf panel may be installed in one of five
different positions.
NOTE:The liftgate may be opened or closed with the
rear cargo shelf panel in position 1, position 2, position 3
or position 4.
WARNING!
•To avoid tipping, lock the shelf securely in all
positions.
•Do not drive this vehicle with the liftgate open, or
use the shelf as a seat.
•Failure to follow these warnings could result in
serious or fatal injury.
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Position 1 (Top)
Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into
the top guides and slide forward. Press down on the back
of the shelf panel to lock it into place.WARNING!
Do not load objects on the shelf in position 1 (top). In
an accident, objects could strike occupants causing
serious or fatal injury.
Position 2 (Middle)
Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into
the middle guides and slide forward. Press down on the
back of the shelf panel to lock it into place.
Rear Shelf Panel Position 1
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WARNING!
Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 2
(middle). Failure to follow this warning could cause
the shelf to collapse resulting in personal injury.
Position 3 (Floor)
Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into
the bottom guides and slide forward.
NOTE:To carry items that may soil the carpeting, the
rear shelf panel may be inverted in position 2 or position
3.
Rear Shelf Panel Position 2
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Position 4 (Vertical)
Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into
the vertical guides behind the rear seatbacks near the
floor and slide downward. Push the shelf panel forward
to lock it by aligning the vertical guide with the rubber
stop of the shelf panel.WARNING!
When in the vertical position, the rear shelf panel
should not be used as a barrier for large objects in the
cargo area with the seatbacks folded down. In an
accident objects could strike the seatbacks or occu-
pants causing serious or fatal injury.
Position 5 (Table)
With the liftgate open the rear shelf panel can be moved
rearward to act as a serving counter.
1. Align the front corners of the shelf panels with the lock
position on the backside of the top rear guides. Press
down on the shelf panel to lock it into place.
Rear Shelf Panel Position 4
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2. Twist the knob on the underside of the panel and
lower the shelf leg.
3. Install the shelf leg into the liftgate latch area as
labeled on the rear scuff plate.
WARNING!
Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 5
(table). Failure to follow this warning could cause the
shelf to collapse resulting in personal injury.
Rear Shelf Leg Release Knob
Rear Shelf Panel Position 5
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REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located on the
center of the instrument panel, below the radio.
Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster
and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indica-
tor in the button will illuminate when the rear window
defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically
turns off after approximately 10 minutes. For an addi-
tional five minutes of operation, press the button a
second time.
NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to
the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
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Rear Wiper/Washer Switch — If Equipped
A switch on the right side of the steering column controls
operation of the Rear Wiper/Washer function. Rotating
the center of the switch forward to the on position will
activate the wiper. Rotating the center of the switch all
the way forward will turn on the wash function. The
washer pump will continue to operate as long as the
button is pressed. Upon release, the wipers will cycle two
times before returning to the set position.If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned
OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park”
position if power accessory delay is active. Power acces-
sory delay can be cancelled by opening the door. If this
happens the rear wiper will stop at its current position
and will not go to “Park”.
Rear Wiper Switch
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features ............... 160
 Instrument Cluster — Base ............... 161
 Instrument Cluster — Premium ........... 162
 Instrument Cluster — Turbo .............. 163
 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 164
 Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) —
If Equipped .......................... 174
▫ Compass Mini-Trip Computer Reset Button . . 174 ▫
Compass/Temperature Display .......... 175
▫ Odometer Display .................... 177
▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) ................. 177
 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) –
If Equipped .......................... 178
▫ EVIC Operation ..................... 178
 Setting The Analog Clock ................ 187
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Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio
With Optional uconnect studios (Satellite
Radio), uconnect phone, And Video
Entertainment Systems (VES)™ Capabilities . . . 187
▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode ...... 188
▫ Operation Instructions -
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play) .......... 193
▫ Load/Eject Button
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play) .......... 194
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 196
▫ Operation Instructions -
(CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play) ......... 199
▫ Load/Eject Button
(CD Mode For MP3 Play) .............. 199
Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single-Disc)
Radio With Optional uconnect studios
(Satellite Radio) And uconnect phone
Capability ........................... 201
▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode ...... 201
▫ Operating Instructions - CD Mode ........ 205
▫ Operating Instructions - Auxiliary Mode .... 207
▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect phone —
If Equipped ........................ 208
▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect studios
(Satellite Radio) — If Equipped .......... 208
 uconnect studios (Satellite Radio) —
If Equipped .......................... 209
▫ System Activation .................... 209
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