CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2007 1.G Owners Manual

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.
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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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instrument Panel Features.................216

Instrument Cluster—Base.................217

Instrument Cluster—Premium..............218

Instrument Cluster—Turbo................219

Instrument Cluster Descriptions............220

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)–
If Equipped...........................227
▫EVIC Functions.......................229
▫Compass/Temperature/Audio............230▫Average Fuel Economy.................230
▫Distance To Empty (DTE)...............230
▫Elapsed Time........................231
▫Personal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................231

Setting The Analog Clock.................236

Radio General Information................237
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................237
▫Two Types Of Signals..................2374

▫Electrical Disturbances..................237
▫AM Reception.......................237
▫FM Reception........................237

Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands
Free Phone Capability...................238
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......238
▫Operation Instructions - CD Mode.........242
▫Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode.....244
▫Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone —
If Equipped.........................245
▫Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio —
If Equipped.........................246
Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio
With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone,
And Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES)
Capabilities...........................246
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......246
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................252
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio
Play) ..............................253
▫NotesOnPlayingMP3Files .............255
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
Audio Play).........................258
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 258

Satellite Radio — If Equipped..............260
▫System Activation.....................260
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▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)....................260
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In REF, And RAQ,
Radios.............................261
▫Selecting a Channel....................262
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......262
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................262
▫PTY ButtonScan.....................263
▫PTY ButtonSeek.....................263
▫Satellite Antenna......................263▫Reception Quality.....................264

CD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............264

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........265

Climate Controls.......................265
▫Climate Controls......................265
▫Operating Tips.......................270

Rear Window Features...................272
▫Electric Rear Window Defroster...........272
▫Rear Wiper/Washer Switch — If Equipped . . . 273
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................274
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER—BASE
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER—PREMIUM
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER—TURBO
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the
pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the
fuel tank.
2. Fuel Door Reminder
This is a reminder that the Fuel Filler Door is located on
the front passenger’s (right) side of the vehicle.
3. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem-
perature. Any reading below the red area of the
gauge shows that the engine cooling system is
operating properly. The gauge pointer may show a
higher than normal temperature when driving in hot
weather, up mountain grades, in heavy stop and go
traffic, or when towing a trailer.If the pointer rises to theH(red) mark, the instrument
cluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stop the vehicle.
Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until
the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on theH(red) mark, turn the engine off
immediately and call for service.
There are steps that you can take to slow down an
impending overheat condition. If your air conditioning is
on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to
the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C
removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature
control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and
the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act
as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
4. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
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