fuel filter CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 1.G Owners Manual

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

2.4L Turbo Engine Compartment............264

2.4L Engine Compartment................265

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II........266

Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................267

Replacement Parts......................268

Dealer Service.........................268

Maintenance Procedures..................269
▫Engine Oil..........................269▫Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 273
▫Spark Plugs.........................274
▫Ignition Wiring System.................274
▫Catalytic Converter....................274
▫Engine Timing Belt....................276
▫Crankcase Emission Control System........276
▫Fuel Filter..........................276
▫Air Cleaner Element (Filter)..............276
▫Maintenance-Free Battery................277
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To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected for prolonged period.
Engine Timing Belt
Replace the engine timing belt at the intervals described
in the appropriate maintenance schedule.
Crankcase Emission Control System
Proper operation of this system depends on freedom
from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle
mileage builds up, the PCV valve and passages may
accumulate deposits. If a valve is not working properly,
replace it with a new valve. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE!Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or
plugging deposits. Replace if necessary.
Fuel Filter
A plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the
speed at which a vehicle can be driven. Should an
excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank,
frequent filter replacement may be necessary. The fuel
filters are located inside the fuel tank. See your dealer for
service.
Air Cleaner Element (Filter)
Under normal driving conditions, replace the filter at the
intervals shown on Schedule “A”. If, however, you drive
the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe conditions,
the filter element should be inspected periodically and
replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on Schedule
“B”.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)15 Gallons 56.7 Liters
Engine Oil-With Filter
2.4 Liter Engines (Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil.
Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade meet-
ing DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.)5.0 qts 4.7 Liters
Cooling System *
2.4 Liter Engines (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000
Miles Formula)6.5 qts 6.2 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil. Refer to your engine oil filler cap
for correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil Filter Non Turbo—Mopar 4105409 or equiv. Turbo—Mopar 4781452AA or equiv.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com-
partment.
Fuel Selection 91 Octane for High Output 2.4L Turbo and 87 Octane for 2.4L Standard
Turbo and 2.4L Standard Non Turbo Engines.
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At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transaxle and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
•Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
•Check the automatic transaxle fluid level.
•Check the manual transaxle fluid level and fill plug
condition.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
318 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES
Follow schedule “B”—All Engines if you usually operate
your vehicle under one or more of the following condi-
tions.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every
60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated
under one or more of the conditions marked with an.
Change the manual transaxle fluid every 48,000 miles (77
000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or
more of the conditions marked with an †.
•Day and night temperatures are below32° F (0° C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C ).
•Trailer towing.†
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).†
•Off-road or desert operation.
•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first, and follow schedule “B—All
Engines” of theMaintenance Schedulessection of this
manual.
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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

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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