window CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2007 1.G Owner's Guide

•The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as
octane enhancers is not recommended. Most of these
products contain high concentrations of methanol.
Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems
resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not
the responsibility of the manufacturer.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill.
Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a
garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the vehicle is
stopped in an open area with the engine running for
more than a short period, adjust the ventilation system
to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-
nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time
the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions
repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side
windows fully open.
•Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to
prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex-
haust gases from entering the vehicle.
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To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-
type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner.
Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window
equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter
window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use
scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch
the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray
cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do not
spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
Instrument Panel Cover
The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which
minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not use
protectants or other products which may cause undesir-
able reflections. Use soap and warm water to restore the
low glare surface.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft tissue.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 294
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 379
Adding Fuel........................... 323
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 274
Additives, Fuel......................... 321
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 370
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 372
Air Conditioning Controls................. 265
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 270
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............372,373
Air Conditioning System................265,372
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 308
Airbag.............................. 54,88
Airbag Deployment..................... 66,99
Airbag Light.................... 68,101,113,225
Airbag Maintenance.................... 67,101
Airbag, Side.......................... 63,97
Alarm, Panic............................ 31
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............ 35,224Alignment and Balance................... 316
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 263
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........378,404,405
Capacities........................... 404
Disposal............................ 380
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 294
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 225
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 35
Appearance Care........................ 389
Auto Down Power Windows................ 43
Automatic Door Locks................... 20,21
Automatic Transaxle.............. 13,278,281,385
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 387
Fluid Level Check...................... 386
Interlock System..................... 18,282
Reset Mode.......................... 283
Selection Of Lubricant................... 385
Shifting ............................. 283
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Coolant Level......................377,380
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 380
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 378
Inspection........................... 380
Points to Remember.................379,381
Pressure Cap......................... 379
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)........... 378
Corrosion Protection..................... 389
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 369
CruiseLight ........................... 221
CupHolder ............................ 202
Customer Assistance..................... 434
Data Recorder, Event................... 68,101
Dealer Service.......................... 363
Deck Lid (Convertible)..................... 38
Deck Lid, Emergency Release Latch (Convertible) . . 41
Deck Lid, Power Release (Convertible)......... 39
Defroster, Rear Window................... 272Defroster, Windshield.................. 113,267
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 184
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 360
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 182
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 380
Engine Oil........................... 367
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 20
Door Opener, Garage..................... 190
Downshifting.......................... 291
DriveBelts ............................ 367
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt.................... 161
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 349
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 272
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 133
Electrical Power Outlets................... 200
INDEX 445
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Quality ............................. 366
Recommendation...................366,404
Synthetic............................ 366
Viscosity............................ 366
Oil Pressure Light....................... 226
Onboard Diagnostic System..............360,361
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 190
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 4
Outside Air Intake....................... 271
Overdrive............................. 285
Overheating, Engine...................... 340
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)......... 4,438
PaintCare ............................. 389
Panel Rear Shelf........................ 205
Panic Alarm........................ 25,31,32
Parking Brake.......................... 292
Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System).... 161
Passing Light........................... 182Personal Settings........................ 231
Pets............................... 78,111
Phone, Cellular......................... 134
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............ 134
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 303
Power
Deck Lid Release....................... 39
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 396
Door Locks........................... 20
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 200
Seats............................... 158
Steering..........................297,373
Steering, Checking..................... 373
Sunroof............................. 197
Windows............................. 42
Power Steering Fluid..................... 406
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............ 53,87
Preparation for Jacking.................... 344
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Pretensioners
Seat Belts........................... 52,85
Programmable Electronic Features......192,196,231
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry)............. 26,33,192,196
Radial Ply Tires......................... 311
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 237
Radio Operation...................238,246,265
Radio, Satellite.......................... 260
Radio (Sound Systems).................238,246
Rear Liftgate (Sedan)...................... 37
Rear Seat, Folding...............165,166,168,170
Rear Seat Removal....................... 174
Rear Shelf Panel........................ 205
Rear Window........................... 43
Rear Window Defroster................... 272
Rear Window Features.................... 272
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 273Recorder, Event Data................... 68,101
Recreational Towing...................... 338
Refrigerant............................ 373
Reminder, Seat Belt..................... 52,86
Remote Keyless Entry (Convertible)........... 29
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan)............... 23
Replacement Bulbs....................... 400
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 362
Replacement Tires....................... 315
Reporting Safety Defects................... 437
Restraints, Child.................. 70,76,103,109
Restraints, Infant...................... 70,104
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack)................. 210
Rotation, Tires.......................... 317
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................ 113
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 113
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 437
INDEX 453
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Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................. 15,36
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Service and Maintenance.................. 408
Service Assistance....................... 434
Service Contract......................... 436
Service Manuals........................ 438
Setting the Clock..................236,240,248
Settings, Personal........................ 231
Severe Service.......................... 411
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle.............. 290
Shoulder Belts......................... 45,80
Side Airbag........................... 63,97
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters).......... 272
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 349
Snow Tires............................ 317
Spare Tire........................ 311,312,343
Spark Plugs............................ 368
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........187,221
Speedometer........................... 220Speedometer and Odometer................ 217
Starting............................... 278
Automatic Transmission................. 278
Engine Fails to Start.................... 280
Manual Transmission................... 279
Starting Procedures...................... 278
Steering
Power...........................297,373
TiltColumn .......................... 185
Wheel Lock........................... 18
Storage............................203,400
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 350
Sun Roof.............................. 197
Sun Visor Extension...................... 134
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag...... 54,88
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 366
Tachometer............................ 221
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......220,341
INDEX 455
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Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 439
Universal Transmitter..................... 190
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 318
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt............ 51,85
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 382
VanityMirrors .......................... 133
Variance, Compass....................... 234
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading......................304,326
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 400
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 35
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 220
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 437
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 274Washer, Rear........................... 273
Washers, Windshield..................... 183
Washing Vehicle......................... 390
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 316
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 391
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 391
WindBuffeting ....................... 44,199
Window Fogging........................ 271
Windows.............................. 42
Windshield Washers...................182,183
Windshield Wipers....................182,375
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 375
Wiper, Rear............................ 273
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 184
YES EssentialsFabric Cleaning Procedure...... 391
458 INDEX