roof CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 1.G Owners Manual

Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front
and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front
airbags for both the driver and front passenger and if
equipped, side airbags for both the driver and front
passenger. If you will be carrying children too small foradult-size seat belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature
also, can be used to hold infant and child restraint
systems.
Please pay close attention to the information in this
section. It tells you how to use your restraint system
properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as
possible.
WARNING!
In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer
much greater injuries if you are not properly buck-
led up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or
other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the
vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your
vehicle are buckled up properly.
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Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped......102
▫To Activate..........................102
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............103
▫To Deactivate........................103
▫To Resume Speed.....................103
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............103
▫Manual Transaxle.....................104
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............104

Garage Door Opener — If Equipped.........105
▫Programming The Universal Transceiver.....106
▫“Rolling Code” Programming............108
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 109
▫Operation...........................110▫Reprogramming A Single Button..........110
▫Security............................110

Overhead Console — If Equipped...........111
▫Compass/Temperature Display...........112
▫Automatic Compass Calibration...........113
▫Compass Variance Selection..............113
▫Manual Compass Calibration.............114
▫Outside Temperature...................114

Power Sunroof — If Equipped.............114
▫Express Open Feature..................115
▫Wind Buffeting.......................117
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................117

Electrical Power Outlets..................117
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▫Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......119

Console Features.......................120

Storage..............................121
▫Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped.......121
▫Storage Pockets.......................122

Rear Shelf Panel.......................122▫Position 1 (Top)......................122
▫Position 2 (Middle)....................123
▫Position 3 (Floor).....................124
▫Position 4 (Vertical)....................124
▫Position 5 (Table).....................125

Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped..........126
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Manual Compass Calibration
If the compass appears erratic, inaccurate, abnormal or
the vehicle is new, you may calibrate the compass. Prior
to calibrating the compass make sure the proper zone is
selected. Refer to “Magnetic Zone Selection”.Find an
open area away from large metal objects. With the vehicle
running, press and hold the STEP button for (about 10 to
15 seconds). The display will illuminate the CAL indica-
tor. Drive slowly (about 5 mph) in 3 complete 360 circles.
The CAL indicator will turn off and the compass will be
calibrated.
NOTE:
•The compass needs to go through a manual calibration
to insure proper operation when taking vehicle deliv-
ery.
•The STEP button must be pressed for 10 to 15 seconds
to place the compass into CAL mode. Regardless of
whether the CAL indicator is already illuminated.
Outside Temperature
Because engine temperature can increase the displayed
temperature, temperature readings are not updated
when the vehicle is not moving.
If the display shows
49°F (
45°C) or 140°F (60°C), see
your authorized dealer for repair.
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof control is located between the sun
visors on the overhead console.
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Press and hold the switch rearward to fully open the
sunroof. The sunroof can be stopped at any position
between closed and full open. Momentarily pressing the
switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature,
causing the sunroof to open automatically.Press and hold the button in the center of the sunroof
switch to open the vent. The sunroof can be stopped at
any position between closed and full vent. To close the
sunroof from the vent position, press and hold the switch
forward. Releasing the switch will stop the movement of
the sunroof and the sunroof will remain in the partial
vent position until the switch is pushed forward again.
Express Open Feature
During the Express Open operation, any movement of
the switch will stop the sunroof and it will remain in a
partial open position. Again, momentarily pressing the
switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature.
To close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forward
position. Again, any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open
condition until the switch is pushed forward again.
Power Sunroof Switch
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The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open
as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if
the sunroof is open.
WARNING!
Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury
or death.
WARNING!
In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are
properly secured too.
Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any
object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
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Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
The outlets include tethered caps, labeled with a key
symbol or battery symbol, indicating power source. All
outlets are protected by a single 20 Amp fuse.
The standard outlet in the front of the center floor console
is a conventional cigar lighter outlet.
Power Outlet
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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.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be
uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
Use both adjustable crossbars assemblies to support the
load and distribute the load as evenly as possible.
To adjust the crossbars with latch style releases, release
the latches on the inboard side of the crossbar supports
on each side of the vehicle, then move the crossbars to the
desired position. Once the crossbar is in the desired
position, return both latches to the locked position.
Rear Shelf Panel Position 5
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To adjust the crossbars with botton style releases, depress
the button and slide the crossbar to the next locking
position. Alternate sides until the crossbars are posi-
tioned correctly for your cargo and the stanchions are
locked square to the slide rails.
External racks do not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant
and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the
luggage rack, do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity.
NOTE:When the luggage rack is not in use, place the
crossbars together at the rear of the vehicle. In this
position they are designed to improve the vehicle aero-
dynamics and reduce wind noise.CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not
exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150
lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly
as possible and secure the load appropriately.
Long loads which extend over the windshield, such
as wood panels or surfboards, should be secured to
both the front and rear of the vehicle.
Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully
when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack.
Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck
traffic, can add sudden upward loads. This is espe-
cially true on large flat loads and may result in
damage to the cargo or your vehicle.
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WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in
personal injury or property damage. Follow the roof
rack “Cautions” when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
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