windshield wipers CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 1.G Owners Manual

▫Driver’s Seat Back Tilt...................82
▫Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System) . . .83
▫Adjustable Head Restraints...............85
▫Heated Seats—If Equipped..............86
▫Folding Rear Seat......................87
▫Tumbling Rear Seat.....................88

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

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

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

Tilt Steering Column....................101

Traction Control Switch—If Equipped.......102
60 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the control lever toward you and
hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in
the delay range, the wiper will operate in low speed for
two wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then
resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position, the wipers
will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn OFF.
Mist Feature
Push down on the wiper control lever to activate a single
wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from
a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the
wipers will continue to operate.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch
and allow the wipers to return to the park position
before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is
left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield,
damage to the wiper motor may occur when the
vehicle is restarted.
Windshield Wiper Operation
Move the lever upward to the second detent for Low
speed wiper operation, or to the third detent for High
speed operation.
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions
make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be-
tween cycles, desirable. Move the lever to the DEL
position, then select the delay interval by turning the end
of the lever. Rotate the knob upward (clockwise) to
decrease the delay time and downward (counterclock-
wise) to increase the delay time. The delay can be
regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds
between cycles, to a cycle every second.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99
3

Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, deck lid and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MoparLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations of salt, waxes or road film
and help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. make sure that
they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to
avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of
contact with petroleum products such as engine oil,
gasoline, etc.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the glass.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 269
7

Radiator Cap......................... 275
Selection of Coolant.................... 273
Corrosion Protection..................... 284
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 264
Cruise Light........................... 132
Cup Holder............................ 115
Customer Assistance..................... 331
Dealer Service.......................... 256
Deck Lid.............................. 26
Deck Lid, Emergency Release................ 28
Deck Lid, Power Release................... 27
Defroster, Rear Window................... 176
Defroster, Windshield...................58,171
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 99
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 254
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.................. 97
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 261Door Ajar............................. 131
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 20
Door Opener, Garage..................... 106
Downshifting.......................... 194
Drive Belts............................ 261
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 243
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 176
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 79
Electrical Power Outlets................... 112
Electronic Power Distribution Center.......... 292
Electronic Speed Control................... 103
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 28
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 235
Jump Starting......................... 240
Towing............................. 245
INDEX 343
10

Understanding Your Instrument Panel......... 123
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 337
Universal Transmitter..................... 106
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 221
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 37
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 277
Vanity Mirrors........................... 80
Variance, Compass....................... 77
Vehicle Identification Number................ 6
Vehicle Loading......................207,227
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 297
Vehicle Theft Alarm....................... 25
Warning, Door Ajar...................... 131Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 127
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 333
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 100
Washers, Windshield...................... 98
Washing Vehicle......................... 285
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 218
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 287
Window Fogging........................ 175
Windows.............................. 28
Windshield Washers...................... 98
Windshield Wipers.....................98,269
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 269
Wipers, Intermittent....................... 99
354 INDEX