ECU CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 1.G Owner's Manual

Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is
securely engaged.
4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right,
using the swivel wrench. Raise the vehicle only until the
tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is
obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift
provides maximum stability.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make
the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and
hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough
to remove the tire.
5. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheel
covers where applicable off the hub. Install the spare
wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of thenuts toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the nuts. To avoid
the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten
the nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.
WARNING!
To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel
covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp
edges.
NOTE:The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the
wheel nuts. When reinstalling original wheel, properly
align the wheel cover to the valve stem, place the wheel
cover onto the wheel, then install the wheel nuts.
6. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left.
7. Finish tightening the nuts. Push down on the wrench
while tightening the wheel nuts. Alternate nuts until each
nut has been tightened twice. Correct wheel nut torque is
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100 ft. lbs (135 N·m). If you doubt that you have
tightened the nuts correctly, have them checked with a
torque wrench by your dealer or at a service station.
8. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is
free. Stow the lug wrench, replaced tire, and jack. Secure
all parts using the means provided.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided.
9. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area,have the
tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
WARNING!
A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard
stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle. Have
the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immedi-
ately.
10. Check the tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct
pressure as required.
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES DUE TO A LOW
BATTERY
WARNING!
Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever
the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition
switch is on. You can be hurt by the fan.
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All Transaxles
CAUTION!
If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the
ignition switch must be in the OFF position, not in
the LOCK or ACCESSORY positions.
Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when
towing. When securing vehicle to flat bed truck, do
not attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed
(wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON
position, not the ACCESSORY position. Make certain the
transaxle remains in NEUTRAL.
Without The Ignition Key
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should be
used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised.
Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam-
age to the vehicle.
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat
Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)
If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transaxle, it
may be towed at any legal highway speed, for any
distance, if the transaxle is in neutral.
If the ignition key is not available, vehicles with auto-
matic transaxles can not be flat towed at any time.
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•Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence
of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots,
brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-
sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber.
Pay particular attention to the hoses nearest to high heat
sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose rout-
ing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or
moving component that may cause heat damage or
mechanical wear.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-
plings to make sure the are secure and no leaks are
present.
Components should be replaced immediately if there is
any evidence of degradation that could cause failure.Fuel System Connections
Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are
designed with tubes and special connects, connections
and clamps which have unique material characteristics to
provide adequate sealing and resist attack by deterio-
rated gasoline.
You are urged to use only the manufactures-specified
tubes, connections and clamps, or their equivalent in
material and specification, in any fuel system servicing.
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Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in the Mainte-
nance Section.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake And Power Steering System Hoses
When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance,
inspect the surface of the hoses and nylon tubing for
evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard andbrittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-
sive swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber. Particu-
lar attention should be made to examining those hose
surfaces nearest to high heat sources, such as the exhaust
manifold.
Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
NOTE:Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid,
and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera-
tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. There-
fore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not neces-
sarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of hot
fluid when systems are under pressure (during vehicle
operation) should be noted before a hose is replaced
based on leakage.
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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............................. 74
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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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System.............. 198
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 274
Adding Fuel........................... 225
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 100
Additives, Fuel......................... 223
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 264
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 267
Air Conditioning Controls................. 169
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 174
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............267,268
Air Conditioning System................169,267
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 211
Airbag................................ 40
Airbag Deployment....................... 46
Airbag Light.....................44,48,58,132
Airbag Maintenance....................... 48
Airbag, Side............................ 46
Alarm, Panic............................ 22
Alarm System........................25,127Alignment and Balance................... 218
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........273,302,303
Capacities........................... 302
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 198
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 129
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 25
Appearance Care........................ 284
Auto Down Power Windows................ 29
Automatic Door Locks..................... 20
Automatic Transaxle..............12,182,185,280
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 283
Fluid Level Check...................... 281
Interlock System.....................18,186
Reset Mode.......................... 187
Selection Of Lubricant................... 280
Shifting............................. 187
Special Additives...................... 283
Autostick...........................134,190
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Knee Bolster..........................44,46
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 128
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 31
Latches
Hood............................... 93
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 221
Light Bulbs.........................297,299
Lights...............................58,94
Airbag........................44,48,58,132
Anti-Lock........................... 129
Back-Up............................. 301
Brake Warning........................ 130
Center Mounted Stop................... 301
Daytime Running....................... 96
Deck Lid Ajar......................... 127
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................ 95
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 128
Fog ...........................97,133,300Front Replacement..................... 299
Headlight Switch....................... 96
Headlights............................ 96
High Beam Indicator.................... 129
Instrument Cluster...................... 96
Interior.............................. 94
Lights On Reminder..................... 96
Low Fuel............................ 133
Malfunction Indicator................... 133
Oil Pressure.......................... 127
Rear Servicing........................ 300
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 129
Security Alarm......................... 25
Service.............................. 299
Theft Alarm.......................... 127
Traction Control.................131,132,201
Turn Signal....................95,97,128,300
Voltage............................. 127
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 127
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Seat Belts.............................. 30
And Pregnant Women................... 39
Child Restraint......................... 49
Cleaning............................ 290
Front Seat............................ 31
Pretensioners.......................... 39
Rear Seat............................. 31
Reminder............................ 129
Untwisting Procedure.................... 37
Seats................................. 80
Adjustment........................... 80
Head Restraints........................ 85
Heated.............................. 86
Height Adjustment...................... 81
Rear Folding........................87,88
Reclining............................. 82
Seatback Release.....................82,83
Tilting.............................82,83
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 25Sentry Key...........................14,26
Sentry Key Programming................... 16
Service and Maintenance.................. 306
Service Assistance....................330,331
Service Contract......................... 332
Service Manuals........................ 336
Setting the Clock........................ 134
Severe Service.......................... 309
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle.............. 194
Shoulder Belts........................... 31
Side Airbag............................. 46
Side Window Demisters................... 176
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 243
Snow Tires............................ 219
Spare Tire.......................214,215,236
Spark Plugs............................ 262
Speed Control.......................103,132
Speedometer........................... 129
Speedometer and Odometer................ 124
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