warning CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 1.G Owners Manual

WARNING!
Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point or unidentified as to specification, may
result in sudden brake failure during hard pro-
longed braking. You could have an accident.
WARNING!
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter.Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the
brake fluid as seal damage will result!
Automatic Transaxle
All front wheel drive vehicles have a transmission and
differential assembly contained within a single housing.
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transaxle to assure optimum transaxle performance. Use
only manufacturers recommended transmission fluid,
refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts for correct fluid type. It is important that the
transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level
using the recommended fluid.
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Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and Mopar Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid
soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please
do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-
gents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather
upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not
required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
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CAUTION!
When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it shows a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to preserve your battery.
You may:
•Disengage the mini fuse in the Power Distribution
Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
•Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS — Inside Bulb No.
ABS Indicator.......................... LED
Airbag Indicator........................ LED
Brake System Warning Indicator............. LED
Center Console Floor Lamp................. T37
Climate Controls......................6233137
Console Gear Selector...................PC194
Cruise Indicator....................... VFD*
Dome Light............................T579
Door Ajar Indicator..................... VFD*
Front Fog Indicator...................... LED
High Beam Indicator....................... 74
Instrument Cluster Illumination.............. 74
Liftgate Ajar Indicator.................... LED
Low Fuel Indicator....................... LED
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. LED
306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Miles 110,000 115,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (177 000) (185 000) (193 000)
[Month] [132] [138] [144]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Rotate tires. X X X
Inspect thePCV Valveand replace if necessary. * X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs and ignition cables.X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
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WARNING!
The traction grade is based on braking (straight-
ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering
(turning) performance.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre-
senting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of performance which all passen-
ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible tire failure.
348 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System.............. 212
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 286
Adding Fuel........................... 239
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 192
Additives, Fuel......................... 237
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 276
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 279
Air Conditioning Controls................. 183
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 188
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............279,280
Air Conditioning System................183,279
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 225
Airbag................................ 43
Airbag Deployment....................... 50
Airbag Light.....................47,52,62,142
Airbag Maintenance....................... 51
Airbag, Side............................ 49
Alarm, Panic............................ 23
Alarm System........................26,137Alignment and Balance................... 232
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 181
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........285,311,312
Capacities........................... 311
Disposal............................ 287
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 212
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 139
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 26
Appearance Care........................ 297
Auto Down Power Windows................ 32
Automatic Door Locks..................... 20
Automatic Transaxle..............12,196,199,293
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 295
Fluid Level Check...................... 294
Interlock System.....................18,200
Reset Mode.......................... 201
Selection Of Lubricant................... 293
Shifting............................. 201
350 INDEX

Special Additives...................... 296
Autostick...........................143,204
Back-Up Lights......................... 310
Ball Joints............................. 280
Battery............................... 277
Keyless Transmitter Replacement............ 25
Belts, Drive............................ 273
Belts, Engine........................... 276
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 281
B-Pillar Location........................ 220
Brake Fluid............................ 313
Brake, Parking.......................... 209
Brake System........................ 211,290
Anti-Lock........................... 212
Hoses.............................. 290
Master Cylinder....................... 291
Parking............................. 209
Warning Light........................ 140Brakes............................. 211,290
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 200
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 60
Bulb Replacement.....................306,308
Bulbs, Light............................ 306
Calibration, Compass..................... 114
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 311
Capacities, Fluid........................ 311
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 239
Oil (Engine)....................264,265,272
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 238
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier....................... 126
Carrier, Luggage........................ 126
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance......... 181
Cassette Tape Player................146,149,152
Catalytic Converter...................... 274
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Emission Control System Maintenance......267,316
Engine............................264,265
Break-In Recommendations................ 60
Checking Oil Level..................... 269
Cooling............................. 284
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 238
Fuel Requirements..................... 235
Jump Starting......................... 254
Oil ...........................269,311,312
Oil Change Interval.................... 270
Oil Filler Cap...................264,265,272
Oil Filter............................ 312
Oil Selection.......................... 272
Oil Synthetic......................... 272
Overheating.......................... 246
Temperature Gauge..................... 138
Timing Belt.......................... 276
Exhaust Gas Caution..............29,61,238,283
Exhaust System......................... 283Filler Location Fuel...................... 143
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 276
Engine Fuel.......................... 276
Engine Oil........................273,312
Flashers.............................. 246
Hazard Warning....................... 246
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 253
Flooded Engine Starting................... 197
Fluid, Brake........................... 313
Fluid Capacities......................... 311
Fluid Leaks............................. 62
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 294
Fluids................................ 312
Fog Light Service........................ 309
Fog Lights...........................97,143
Folding Rear Seat........................ 87
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 257
354 INDEX

Fuel..............................235,312
Adding............................. 239
Additives............................ 237
Capacity............................ 311
Clean Air............................ 236
Filler Cap.........................143,239
Filler Door........................... 143
Filter............................... 276
Gasoline............................ 235
Gauge.............................. 137
Hoses.............................. 289
Light............................... 143
Octane Rating........................ 235
Requirements......................... 235
System Hoses......................... 289
Tank Capacity........................ 311
Fueling............................... 239
Fuses................................ 303Garage Door Opener..................... 105
GasCap .............................. 239
Gasoline...........................235,311
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 236
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 236
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 138
Fuel................................ 137
Tachometer.......................... 139
Gearshift.............................. 201
General Information....................17,24
General Maintenance..................... 269
Glass Cleaning.......................... 302
Hands-Free Phone........................ 70
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 246
Head Restraints.......................... 85
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Key, Sentry............................. 14
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 22
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster..........................47,49
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 138
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 34
Latches
Hood............................... 93
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 235
Liftgate................................ 28
Light Bulbs.........................306,308
Lights...............................62,94
Airbag........................47,52,62,142
Anti-Lock........................... 139
Back-Up............................. 310
Brake Warning........................ 140
Center Mounted Stop................... 310Courtesy/Reading...................... 94
Daytime Running....................... 97
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................ 96
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 138
Fog ...........................97,143,309
Front Replacement..................... 308
Headlight Switch....................... 96
Headlights............................ 96
High Beam Indicator.................... 139
Instrument Cluster...................... 96
Interior.............................. 95
Liftgate Ajar.......................... 137
Lights On Reminder..................... 97
Low Fuel............................ 143
Malfunction Indicator................... 142
Oil Pressure.......................... 137
Rear Servicing........................ 309
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 139
Security Alarm......................... 26
INDEX 357
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