low beam CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 1.G Owners Manual

Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
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.
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

▫Folding Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped . . .84
▫Adjustable Head Restraints...............85
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped..............86
▫Folding Rear Seat......................87
▫Tumbling Rear Seat.....................88
▫Rear Seat Removal.....................91

To Open And Close The Hood..............93

Lights................................94
▫Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights — If
Equipped............................94
▫Interior Lights........................95
▫Multi-Function Control Lever..............96
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights..............................96▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......97
▫Lights-On Reminder....................97
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped................97
▫Turn Signals..........................98
▫Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch..........98
▫Passing Light.........................98

Windshield Wipers And Washers............98
▫Windshield Washers....................99
▫Mist Feature..........................99
▫Windshield Wiper Operation.............100
▫Intermittent Wiper System...............100

Tilt Steering Column....................100

Traction Control Switch — If Equipped.......101
64 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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 (Canada Only)
The front turn signal lights will come on as Daytime
Running Lights whenever the ignition switch is on, the
headlights are off, and the parking brake is off. The
headlight switch must be used for normal night time
driving.
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.
Fog Lights — If Equipped
The front fog light switch is on the Multi-Function
Control Lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn
on the parking lights or the low beam headlights
and pull out the end of the control lever.Multi-Function Control Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97
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NOTE:The fog lights will only operate with the head-
lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will
turn off the fog lights.
Turn Signals
Move the Multi-Function Control Lever up or down and
the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to
show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal
lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever
partially up or down without moving beyond the detent.
If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a
very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light
bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is
moved, it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb is
defective.
Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
Pull the Multi-Function Control Lever towards you to
switch the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the control
lever a second time to switch the headlights to LOW
beam.
Passing Light
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the Multi-Function Control Lever toward
you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high
beam and remain on until the lever is released.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch
on the control lever. The lever is located on the
right side of the steering column. Move the con-
trol lever up to select the desired wiper speed.
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10. High Beam Indicator
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer-
ing wheel to switch the headlights from high or low
beam.
11. Tachometer
The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine
revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000) for each gear range.
Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to
prevent engine damage.
12. Anti-Lock Warning Light (ABS) — If Equipped
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) described elsewhere in this manual. This
light will come on when the ignition key is
turned to the ON position and may stay on for
as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or comes on during driving,
it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake systemis not functioning and that service is required, however,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not
on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefit of Anti-Lock
Brakes.
The warning light should be checked frequently to assure
that it is operating properly. Turn the ignition key to the
on position, but do not start the vehicle. The light should
come on. If the light does not come on, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
13. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will come on for about six seconds. A chime
will sound if you have not pulled the shoulder belt
out of the retractor. This is a reminder to “buckle up”. If
you do not buckle up, the light will remain on.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139
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MINI
FUSEAmp/Color Items Fused
11 10 Amp/Red Air Conditioning (A/C)
12 15 Amp/Blue Stop Lights
13 20 Amp/
YellowFuel Pump/Auto Shut
Down (ASD)
14 15 Amp/Blue Horn
15 20 Amp/
YellowElectronic Automatic
Transaxle (ETAX)
16 15 Amp/Blue Hi Beam
17 20 Amp/
YellowIOD
18 15 Amp/Blue Hazard Flasher
19 20 Amp/
YellowPower Outlet
20 Spare
21 20 Amp/
YellowFog Lights (Build-Up Ex-
port Only)22 Spare
Interior Fuses
The fuse access panel is on the left side of the instrument
panel next to the steering column. To remove the panel,
pull it out, as shown. A label identifying the components
and circuits is located on the inside of the cover.
Interior Fuse Panel
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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
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Overhead Reading Light (Overhead Console). . . T1037
Overhead Reading Light (Rearview Mirror).....T192
Rear Cargo............................T906
Seat Belt Indicator....................... LED
Security Alarm Indicator................... LED
Malfunction Indicator Light................ LED
Temperature Indicator.................... LED
Trac (Active) Indicator................... VFD*
TRAC OFF Indicator..................... LED
Trip Indicator......................... VFD*
Turn Signal Indicator...................... 103
Visor Vanity.........................6501966
Voltage Indicator........................ LED
NOTE:* Vacuum Fluorescent Display
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.LIGHTS BULBS — Outside Bulb No.
Low Beam Headlight...................9006XS
High Beam Headlight...................9005XS
Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker
Light............................4157NAKX
Front Fog Light.........................9006
Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL).........................921–W16W
Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Light......3157–P27/7W
Backup Light.....................3157-P27/7W
License Light........................... 168
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Headlights
Bulb Replacement...................... 308
Cleaning............................ 301
High Beam.........................98,139
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch......... 98
Passing.............................. 98
Switch............................... 96
Heated Seats............................ 86
Homelink Transmitter.................... 105
Hood Release........................... 93
Hoses................................ 289
Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................. 12
Wiring System........................ 274
Immobilizer..........................14,27
Indicator, Traction Control...............140,142
Infant Restraint.......................... 53
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 67Instrument Cluster....................134,137
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 133
Instrument Panel Cover................... 302
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 302
Integrated Power Module.................. 303
Interior Appearance Care.................. 300
Interior Fuses.......................... 304
Interior Lights........................... 95
Intermittent Wipers...................... 100
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 249
Jack Operation.......................248,251
Jacking Instructions...................... 251
Jump Starting.......................... 254
Key, Programming........................ 16
Key Release Button....................... 13
Key, Replacement........................ 16
356 INDEX

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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