ignition CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2008 1.G Owners Manual

COOLING SYSTEM
WARNING!
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When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
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You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the
hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never
try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the
radiator is hot.
Coolant ChecksCheck engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the
system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh
coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)An Integrated Power Module is located in the engine
compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center
contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of
each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside
of the cover.
INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)
Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini Fuse Description
1 40 Amp
Green Power Top
Feed —
Convertible
Only
2 20 Amp Yel-
lowAWD ECU
Feed
3 10 Amp RedCHMSL
Brake
Switch Feed
4 10 Amp RedIgnition
Switch Feed
5 20 Amp Yel-
lowTrailer Tow
Integrated Power Module Location
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CAUTION!
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When installing the Integrated Power Module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the Integrated Power
Module, and possibly result in a electrical system
failure.
•
When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGEIf you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21
days, you may want to take steps to preserve your
battery. You may:•
Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution
Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
•
Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
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Miles57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000
(Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not
replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X
Rotate tires. XX X
Inspect the brake linings. XX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X
Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect the PCV valveand replace if neces-
sary. Not required if previously changed. * ‡ X
Replace the Make-up air filter. X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Change the automatic transaxle fluid and fil-
ter.
X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60
months, if not done at 102,000 miles. X442 SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES
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Miles108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re-
placed at 3 months. XXXXX
Rotate tires. XXX
Inspect the brake linings. X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. *X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Replace the Make-up air filter. X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter.
X
Inspect the PCV valve and replace if necessary. *‡ X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months,
if not replaced at 102,000 miles. X
Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. X
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Miles42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000
(Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000)
[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX
Rotate tires. XXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X
Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect the PCV valveand replace, if necessary.* X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months, if
not done at 102,000 miles. X
Replace the Make-up air filter. X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
SCHEDULE “A”—NON TURBO 449
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Miles108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000
(Kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120] [126] [132] [138]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXX
Rotate tires. XXXXXX
Inspect the PCV valveand replace if necessary. * ‡ X
Replace the air cleaner filter. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120
months, if not done at 102,000 miles. X
Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. X
Replace the Make-up air filter. X
SCHEDULE “A”—NON TURBO 451
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Miles60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000
(Kilometers) (96 000) (104 000) (112 000) (120 000) (128 000) (136 000)
[Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X
Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect the PCV valveand replace if necessary.
Not required if previously changed. * ‡ X
Replace the Make-up air filter. X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO 455
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Miles110,000 115,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (177 000) (185 000) (193 000)
[Month] [132] [138] [144]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXX
Rotate tires. XXX
Inspect the PCV Valve and replace if necessary. * X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X
Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO 457
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HeadlightsBulb Replacement ...................... 425
Cleaning ............................ 415
High Beam ........................ 189,234
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 189
Passing ............................. 190
Switch .............................. 186
Heated Seats ........................... 169
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 345
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 197
Hood Release .......................... 183
Hoses ............................. 403,404
Ignition ............................... 13
Key ................................. 13
Wiring System (Spark Plug Wires) .......... 388
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 13
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) .................15,37Infant Restraint
....................... 73,107
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 240
Inside Rearview Mirror ................... 135
Instrument Cluster .................... 223,226
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 222
Instrument Panel Cover ................413,415
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 416
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 419
Interior Appearance Care .................. 413
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 192
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 361
Jack Operation ....................... 360,363
Jacking Instructions ...................... 363
Jump Starting .......................... 367
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
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