fuel filter CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2007 1.G Owners Manual

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
m2.4L Turbo Engine Compartment............362
m2.4L Engine Compartment................363
mOnboard Diagnostic System Ð OBD II........364
NLoose Fuel Filler Cap Message............364
mEmissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................365
mReplacement Parts......................366
mDealer Service.........................367
mMaintenance Procedures..................367NEngine Oil..........................368
NDrive Belts Ð Check Condition And Tension . . 372
NSpark Plugs.........................372
NIgnition Wiring System.................372
NCatalytic Converter....................372
NEngine Timing Belt....................374
NCrankcase Emission Control System........374
NFuel Filter..........................374
NAir Cleaner Element (Filter)..............375
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To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
²Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
²Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
²Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected for prolonged period.
Engine Timing Belt
Replace the engine timing belt at the intervals described
in the appropriate maintenance schedule.
Crankcase Emission Control System
Proper operation of this system depends on freedom
from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle
mileage builds up, the PCV valve and passages may
accumulate deposits. If a valve is not working properly,
replace it with a new valve. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE!
Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or
plugging deposits. Replace if necessary.
Fuel Filter
A plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the
speed at which a vehicle can be driven. Should an
excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank,
frequent filter replacement may be necessary. The fuel
filters are located inside the fuel tank. See your dealer for
service.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)15 Gallons 56.7 Liters
Engine Oil-With Filter
2.4 Liter Engines (Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil). 5.0 qts 4.7 Liters
Cooling System *
2.4 Liter Engines (MopartAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000
Miles Formula), or equivalent.6.5 qts 6.2 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MopartAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil. Refer to your engine oil filler cap
for correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil Filter Non TurboÐMopar 4105409AB or equiv. TurboÐMopar 4781452BB or equiv.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com-
partment.
Fuel Selection 91 Octane for High Output 2.4L Turbo and 87 Octane for 2.4L Standard
Turbo and 2.4L Standard Non Turbo Engines.
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At Each Stop for Fuel
²Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transaxle and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
²Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
²Check the automatic transaxle fluid level.
²Check the manual transaxle fluid level and fill plug
condition.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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SCHEDULE ªBºÐALL ENGINES
Follow schedule ªBºÐAll Engines if you usually operate
your vehicle under one or more of the following condi-
tions.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every
60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually
operated under one or more of the conditions marked
with anL.
Change the manual transaxle fluid every 48,000 miles
(80 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one
or more of the conditions marked with an ².
²Day and night temperatures are below 32É F (0É C).
²Stop and go driving.
²Extensive engine idling.
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km).
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90É F (32É C).
²Trailer towing.²L
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).²L
²Off-road or desert operation.
²If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first, and follow schedule ªBÐAll
Enginesº of the9Maintenance Schedules9section of this
manual.
SCHEDULE ªBºÐALL ENGINES 417
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 296
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 383
Adding Fuel........................... 325
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 216
Additives, Fuel......................... 324
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 375
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 377
Air Conditioning Controls................. 269
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 274
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............377,378
Air Conditioning System................269,377
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 311
Airbag..............................54,88
Airbag Deployment....................66,100
Airbag Light....................68,102,114,229
Airbag Maintenance....................68,101
Airbag, Side..........................64,98
Alarm, Panic............................ 32
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............35,228Alignment and Balance................... 319
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 267
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........382,410,411
Capacities........................... 410
Disposal............................ 384
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 296
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 229
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 35
Appearance Care........................ 393
Auto Down Power Windows................ 44
Automatic Door Locks...................20,21
Automatic Transaxle..............13,280,283,390
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 392
Fluid Level Check...................... 391
Interlock System.....................18,284
Reset Mode.......................... 285
Selection Of Lubricant................... 390
Shifting............................. 285
450 INDEX

Electrical Power Outlets................... 202
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 190
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 231
Emergency Deck Lid Release Latch (Convertible) . . 42
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 344
Jump Starting......................... 350
Towing............................. 354
Emergency Seat Back Release (Sedan).......... 40
Emission Control System Maintenance......365,414
Engine............................362,363
Break-In Recommendations............... 112
Checking Oil Level..................... 368
Cooling............................. 381
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 325
Fuel Requirements..................... 321
Jump Starting......................... 350
Oil ...........................368,410,411
Oil Change Interval.................... 369Oil Filler Cap...................362,363,370
Oil Filter............................ 411
Oil Selection.......................... 370
Oil Synthetic......................... 371
Overheating.......................... 342
Temperature Gauge..................... 224
Timing Belt.......................... 374
Event Data Recorder...................68,102
Exhaust Gas Caution.........38,39,113,325,380,381
Exhaust System......................... 380
Fabric Care............................ 396
Filler Location Fuel...................... 224
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 375
Engine Fuel.......................... 374
Engine Oil........................371,411
Flashers.............................. 342
Hazard Warning....................... 342
454 INDEX

Flat Tire Stowage........................ 349
Flooded Engine Starting................... 282
Fluid, Brake........................... 412
Fluid Capacities......................... 410
Fluid Leaks............................ 114
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 391
Fluids................................ 411
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 411
Fog Light Service........................ 407
Fog Lights..........................183,229
Folding Front Passenger Seat............... 163
Folding Rear Seat.....................167,169
Folding Rear Seat (Convertible).............. 169
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan).................. 167
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 353
Fuel..............................321,411
Adding............................. 325
Additives............................ 324Capacity............................ 410
Clean Air............................ 322
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................224,325
Filler Door (Gas Cap)................... 224
Filter............................... 374
Gasoline............................ 321
Gauge.............................. 224
Hoses.............................. 387
Light............................... 229
Octane Rating........................ 321
Requirements......................... 321
System Hoses......................... 387
Tank Capacity........................ 410
Fueling............................... 325
Fuses................................ 400
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 193
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............325,328,364
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 322
INDEX 455
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Schedule ªAº-Turbo.................... 433
Schedule ªBº......................... 417
Schedule ªBº-All Engines................ 417
Maintenance Schedules.................... 414
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 226,365
Manual Override, Convertible Top.........130,356
Manual, Service......................... 444
Manual Transaxle..................281,290,393
Downshifting......................... 293
Fluid Level Check...................... 393
Frequency of Fluid Change............... 393
Lubricant Selection..................... 393
Map/Reading Lights..................180,181
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 388
Mirrors............................... 131
Electric Remote....................... 133
Outside............................. 132
Rearview............................ 131
Vanity.............................. 133Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Mopar Parts.........................366,443
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 181
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 112
Occupant Classification System (OCS).......... 60
Occupant Restraints (Convertible)............. 80
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................. 45
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 321
Odometer............................. 225
Trip .............................225,230
Oil, Engine.........................368,410
Capacity............................ 410
Change Interval....................... 369
Checking............................ 368
Disposal............................ 371
Filter............................... 371
Identification Logo..................... 370
INDEX 459
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