CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2008 1.G User Guide

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSA Word About Your Keys ..................13
▫ Ignition Key Removal ...................13
▫ Locking Doors With A Key ...............14
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................15
 Sentry Key — If Equipped ................15
▫ Replacement Keys ......................16
▫ Sentry Key Programming ................17
▫ General Information ....................18
 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped ..........18▫
If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering
Wheel ..............................18
▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock .........18
▫ Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System . .19
 Door Locks ............................19
▫ Manual Door Locks .....................19
▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........20
▫ Child Protection Door Lock System —
If Equipped ..........................22
 Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) ...............24
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▫To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ..........24
▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate — If Equipped
With Power Options ....................25
▫ Panic Alarm ..........................26
▫ To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” ........26
▫ To Program Additional Transmitters .........27
▫ General Information ....................28
▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...............29
 Remote Keyless Entry (Convertible) ...........30
▫ To Unlock The Doors ...................31
▫ To Lock The Doors .....................32
▫ To Unlatch The Deck Lid .................32
▫ Panic Alarm ..........................32 ▫
To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” ........33
▫ To Program Additional Transmitters .........33
▫ General Information ....................34
▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...............35
 Security Alarm System — If Equipped .........36
▫ To Set The Alarm ......................36
▫ To Disarm The System ...................37
▫ Security System Manual Override ...........37
 Liftgate (Sedan) .........................37
▫ Opening The Liftgate While The Security Alarm
Is Activated ..........................38
 Deck Lid (Convertible) ....................39
▫ Power Deck Lid Release (Convertible) ........39
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Emergency Seat Back Release (Sedan) .........40
 Emergency Deck Lid Release Latch
(Convertible) ...........................41
 Power Windows ........................42
▫ Auto Down Feature ....................43
▫ Rear Window Switches ..................43
▫ Wind Buffeting ........................44
 Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ................44
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................45
▫ Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure . .52
▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Seat Belt
Anchorage ...........................52
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................53 ▫
Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ..........................54
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............54
▫ Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag ............55
▫ Child Restraint ........................72
 Occupant Restraints (Convertible) ............81
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................82
▫ Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure . .88
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................88
▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ..........................89
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............89
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▫Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) ...................90
▫ Child Restraint .......................107
 Engine Break-In Recommendations ..........115
 Safety Tips ...........................115 ▫
Exhaust Gas .........................115
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle .............................116
▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ...................117
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSThe dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can
be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask
your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe
place.
IGNITION KEY REMOVAL
Automatic TransaxlePlace the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift
knob push button has returned to the out position. Turn the
ignition switch to the ACC position, push the key and
cylinder inward, rotate the key to the LOCK position, and
remove the key.
Vehicle Key
Ignition Key Positions
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NOTE:If you try to remove the key before you place the
lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily
in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the
right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a
malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the
ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is
inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but
the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.Manual Transaxle—If EquippedTurn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the
key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to the LOCK
position, and remove the key.LOCKING DOORS WITH A KEYYou can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn the
key forward. See Section 7 of this manual for door lock
lubrication.
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KEY-IN-IGNITION REMINDEROpening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.
NOTE:With the driver’s door open, and the key in the
ignition, both the power door locks and Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) will not function.SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPEDThe Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho-
rized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine.
The system will shut the engine off after two seconds of
running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle. This
system utilizes ignition keys, which have an electronic
chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys that
have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start
and operate the vehicle.
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be
armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic
regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked. During normal operation, the Theft Alarm/
Immobilizer Light will come on for three seconds imme-
diately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb
check. Afterwards, if the bulb remains on, this indicates a
problem with the electronics.
If the bulb begins to flash after the bulb check, this
indicates that an invalid key has been used to start the
vehicle. Both of these conditions will result in the engine
being shut off after two seconds of running.
Keep in mind that a key, which has not been pro-
grammed is also considered an invalid key even if it is
cut to fit the ignition lock cylinder for that vehicle.
If the Theft Alarm/Immobilizer Light comes on during
normal vehicle operation, (the vehicle has been running
for longer than 10 seconds), a fault has been detected in
the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon
as possible.
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NOTE:•
The Sentry KeyImmobilizer System is not compat-
ible with remote starting systems. Use of these systems
may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of
security protection.
•
Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass,™ additional Sentry Keys, or
any other transponder equipped components on the
same keychain will notcause a key-related (transpon-
der) fault unless the additional part is physically held
against the ignition key being used when starting the
vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics
will not cause interference with this system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement KeysNOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove Sentry Keys from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
This PIN is required for replacement of keys by an
authorized dealer. Duplication of keys must be per-
formed at an authorized dealer. This procedure consists
of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A
blank key is one which has never been programmed.
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NOTE: When having the Sentry KeyImmobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the
dealer.Sentry Key ProgrammingIf you have two valid sentry keys, you can program new
sentry keys to the system by performing the following
procedure:
1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s)
to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.
2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn
the ignition switch to the “ON” position for at least three
seconds, but no longer than 15-seconds. Then, turn the
ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and remove the
first key. 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position within 15
seconds. After ten seconds, a chime will sound. In
addition, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will
begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”
position and remove the second key.
4. Insert a blank Sentry Key
into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position within 60
seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In
addition, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will
stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete,
the indicator light will turn on again for three seconds
and then turn off.
The new Sentry Key has been programmed. The Key-
less Entry Transmitter will also be programmed during
this procedure. Repeat this procedure to program up to a
total of 8 keys. If you do not have a programmed Sentry
Key, contact your dealer for details.
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NOTE:If a programmed key is lost, see your dealer to
have all remaining keys erased from the systems
memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your
vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repro-
grammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to the dealer at
the time of service to be reprogrammed.General InformationThe Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15
and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following conditions:•
This device may not cause harmful interference.
•
This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause undes-
ired operation.
STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPEDYour vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering
wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle with-
out the ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved no
more than one—half turn in either direction and the key
is not in the ignition switch, the steering wheel will lock.If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering
Wheel:With the engine running, turn the steering wheel upside
down, turn off the engine and remove the key. Turn the
steering wheel slightly in either direction until the lock
engages.To Release The Steering Wheel Lock:Insert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine.
If the key is difficult to turn, move the wheel slightly to
the right or left to disengage the lock.
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