CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2008 1.G Owners Manual

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 15 Gallons56.7 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 (Mopar
Antifreeze/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
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant Mopar
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile For-
mula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or
equivalent.
Engine Oil (2.4L Standard, 2.4L Standard Turbo) 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 Turbo—Mopar
4105409AB or equiv.
Turbo—Mopar 4781452BB or equiv.
Spark Plugs 2.4L Non Turbo — Champion
RE16MC, 040” Gap 2.4L
Turbo — Champion RE14MCC5,.050” Gap.
Fuel Selection 87 Octane for 2.4L Standard Turbo and 2.4L Standard
Non Turbo Engines.
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CHASSIS
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Automatic Transmission Fluid Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Manual Transmission Fluid MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid MS9602.
Brake Master Cylinder Mopar
DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3,
SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids or
equivalent.
Power Steering Reservoir Mopar
Power Steering Fluid +4 or Mopar ATF+4 Au-
tomatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTSEmissions Control System Maintenance .......434
 Maintenance Schedule ...................434
▫ Schedule “B”—All Engines ..............437 ▫
Schedule “A”—Non Turbo ...............448
▫ Schedule “A”—Turbo ..................453
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EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe Scheduled Maintenance services listed inbold type
must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure
the continued proper functioning of the emission control
system. These, and all other maintenance services in-
cluded in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service should also be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sions control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part that has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThere are three maintenance schedules that show re-
quired service for your vehicle.
First is Schedule “B”—ALL ENGINES. It is for vehicles
that are operated under the conditions that are listed
below and at the beginning of the schedule.•
Day and night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C).
•
Stop and go driving.
•
Extensive engine idling.
•
Driving in dusty conditions.
•
Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
•
More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
•
Trailer towing.†

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Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).†

•
Off-road or desert operation.
•
If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE: IfANY of 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 “B—All
Engines” of the Maintenance Schedules section of this
manual.
NOTE: IFANY of these apply to you then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow
schedule “B—All Engines” of the Maintenance Sched-
ules section of this manual.
NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule B—ALL ENGINES. Second is Schedule
“A”—NON TURBO. It is for vehicles
that are not operated under any of the conditions listed
under Schedule B—ALL ENGINES.
Third is Schedule “A”—TURBO. It is for vehicles that are
not operated under any of the conditions listed under
Schedule B—ALL ENGINES.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 435
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At Each Stop for Fuel•
Check 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.
•
Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•
Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•
Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transaxle and add as needed.
•
Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
•
Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
•
Change the engine oil filter.
•
Inspect the exhaust system.
•
Inspect the brake hoses.
•
Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
•
Check the automatic transaxle fluid level.
•
Check the manual transaxle fluid level and fill plug
condition.
•
Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINESFollow schedule “B”—All 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 an
.
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 †.•
Day and night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C).
•
Stop and go driving.
•
Extensive engine idling.
•
Driving in dusty conditions.
•
Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km).
•
More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
•
Trailer towing.†

•
Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).†

•
Off-road or desert operation.
•
If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE: IfANY of 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 “B—All
Engines” of the Maintenance Schedules section of this
manual.
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NOTE:IFANY of these apply to you then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow
schedule “B—All Engines” of the Maintenance Sched-
ules section of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, and your vehicle is
equipped with a Non–Turbo Charged Engine then
change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule “A”—NON TURBO in the maintenance sched-
ule section of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, and your vehicle is
equipped with a Turbo Charged Engine change your
engine oil at every interval shown on schedule
“A”—TURBO in the maintenance schedule section of this
manual.438 SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES
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