ABS CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 1.G Owners Manual

3. Pull the right and left boot arms forward and engage
both boot arm snaps. Make sure both snaps are fully
engaged.4. Engage the boot center section retainer using the tabs
provided.
Engaging Boot Arm Snaps
Engaging Boot Center Section
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9. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
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 system
is 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
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out of the retractor. This is a reminder to“buckle up”.If
you do not buckle up, the light will remain on.
14. Brake System Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light comes on, it may
indicate that the parking brake is applied, or
there is a low brake fluid level. On vehicles equipped
with Anti-lock brakes (ABS), it may also indicate an ABS
malfunction that could lead to reduced braking perfor-
mance.WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger-
ous. A significant decrease in braking performance
or vehicle stability during braking may occur. It will
take you longer to stop the vehicle or will make your
vehicle harder to control. You could have an acci-
dent. Have the vehicle checked immediately.
The operation of the Brake Warning light can be checked
by turning the ignition key from the OFF to the ON
position. The light should illuminate for three seconds, or
until the engine is started, whichever comes first. The
light should then go out unless the parking brake is
applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not
illuminate, have the light inspected and serviced as soon
as possible.
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▫AutoStick General Information............190

Manual Transaxle Operation...............191
▫2.4 Liter Turbo—If Equipped.............193
▫Recommended Shift Speeds..............194
▫Downshifting........................194

Parking Brake.........................195

Brake System..........................197
▫Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)—If Equipped . 198

Power Assisted Steering..................199

Traction Control—If Equipped............200

Tire Safety Information...................201
▫Tire Markings........................201
▫Tire Identification Number (TIN)..........205▫Tire Loading And Tire Pressure...........206

Ti re s—General Information................210
▫Tire Pressure.........................210
▫Tire Inflation Pressures.................211
▫Radial-Ply Tires......................214
▫Compact Spare Tire—If Equipped.........214
▫Limited Use Spare—If Equipped.........215
▫Tire Spinning........................216
▫Tread Wear Indicators..................216
▫Replacement Tires.....................217
▫Alignment And Balance.................218

Tire Chains...........................219

Snow Tires...........................219
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If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa-
bility, the remaining system will still function with some
loss of overall braking effectiveness. This will be evident
by increased pedal travel during application and greater
pedal force required to slow or stop. In addition, if the
malfunction is caused by an internal leak, as the brake
fluid in the master cylinder drops, the brake warning
indicator will light.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)—If Equipped
The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brake
performance under most braking conditions. The system
automatically“pumps”the brakes during severe braking
conditions to prevent wheel lock up.
All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and
tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate
signals for the computer. However, the system will
compensate when the compact spare is in use.During stops where ABS is activated, a vibration of the
brake pedal may be felt and associated system noises
may be heard.
NOTE:Pumping of the brake pedal will diminish the
effectiveness of Anti-lock brakes and may lead to an
accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer.
Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to
slow down or stop.
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WARNING!
•Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu-
ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor
can it increase braking or steering efficiency be-
yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle
brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
•The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including
those resulting from excessive speed in turns,
following another vehicle too closely, or hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver
can prevent accidents.
•The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety
or the safety of others.
POWER ASSISTED STEERING
The power assisted steering system of your vehicle
provides mechanical steering capability in the event
power assist is lost.
If for some reason the hydraulic pressure is interrupted,
it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these
conditions you will observe a substantial increase in
steering effort.
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NOTE:
•P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design
standards. P-Metric tires have the letter“P”molded
into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex-
ample: P215/65R15 95H.
•European Metric tire sizing is based on European
design standards. Tires designed to this standard have
the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with
the section width. The letterPis absent from this tire
size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H
•LT(Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.
design standards. The size designation for LT-Metrictires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the
letters“LT”that are molded into the sidewall preced-
ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16.
•Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact
spares designed for temporary emergency use only.
Tires designed to this standard have the letter“T”
molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-
tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
•High Flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design
standards and begins with the tire diameter molded
into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT.
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EXAMPLE:
Service Description:
95= Load Index
—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.
H= Speed Symbol
—A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding
to its load index under certain operating conditions.
—The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved un-
der specified operating conditions. (ie. tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions and
posted speed limits).
Load Identification:
....blank....= Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) Tire
Extra Load (XL)= Extra Load (or Reinforced) Tire
Light Load= Light Load Tire
C,D,E= Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure
Maximum Load—Maximum Load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry.
Maximum Pressure—Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this
tire.
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FUSE Amp/Color Items Fused
1 30 Amp/Pink Ignition Start
2 40 Amp/
GreenAnti-Lock Brake (ABS)
Pump
3 40 Amp/
GreenIgnition Run
4 30 Amp/Blue Heated Seats
5 40 Amp/
GreenRadiator Fan (Low Speed
Turbo only)
6 50 Amp/Red High Speed Radiator Fan
(Turbo Only)
7 30 Amp/Blue Anti-Lock Brake (ABS)
Solenoid
8 40 Amp/
GreenElectric Back Light (EBL)
9 40 Amp/
GreenPower Top10 40 Amp/
GreenIP Fuse Block
11 10 Amp/Red Air Conditioning (A/C)
12 15 Amp/Lt.
BlueStop Lights
13 20 Amp/
YellowFuel Pump/Auto Shut
Down (ASD)
14 15 Amp/Lt.
BlueHorn
15 20 Amp/
YellowElectronic Automatic
Transaxle (ETAX)
16
17 15 Amp/Lt.
BlueHi Beam
18 30 Amp/Blue Ignition Off Draw (IOD)
19 15 Amp/Lt.
BlueHazard Flasher
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FUSE Amp/Color Items Fused
1 25 Amp/
NaturalHeadlamp Switch
2 15 Amp/Lt.
BluePark Lamps
3 20 Amp/
YellowRKE/Door Locks
4 20 Amp/
YellowPower Height Adjust
5 10 Amp/Red Airbag Run Only
6 10 Amp/Red B/U Electric Back Light
(EBL) NEU SAF
7 25 Amp/
NaturalHVAC Blower
8 15 Amp/Lt.
BlueFog Lamp (Non BUX)
9 10 Amp/Red Airbag Run-ST10 10 Amp/Red Cluster/RKE/SKIM
11 10 Amp/Red Engine Module/ABS-
TRAC
12 10 Amp/Red PDC Relays/LDP
13 10 Amp/Red Interior Lighting
14 20 Amp/
YellowOverhead Console/Radio
15 20 Amp/
YellowWipers/Comb. FLS
16 10 Amp/Red Auto Stick/Ignition
17 15 Amp/Lt.
BlueHeated Seats
18 10 Amp/Red Heated Mirrors
19 10 Amp/Red Rt Headlamp
20 10 Amp/Red Lt Headlamp
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