boot CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2008 1.G Owners Manual

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTSConvertible Top Operation ................123
▫ To Lower The Top .....................123
▫ To Raise The Top .....................126
▫ Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation–If
Equipped ...........................128
▫ Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal And
Storage ............................132
▫ Convertible Top Manual Override .........134
 Mirrors ..............................135
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped .....135▫
Outside Mirror—Driver’s Side ............136
▫ Outside Mirror—Passenger’s Side ..........136
▫ Electric Remote-Control Mirrors —
If Equipped .........................137
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . . 138
▫ Sun Visor Sliding Feature ...............138
 Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) — If
Equipped ............................138
▫ Operations ..........................140
▫ Phone Call Features ...................147
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4. Continue pressing the Power Top Switch until the
convertible top is lowered completely.
5. Install the Convertible Top Boot Cover, if equipped.
Refer to Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation–If
Equipped, in this section.
CAUTION!
Damage to the convertible top boot cover could result
if the latch handle is not completely closed when the
top is lowered. The convertible top boot cover cannot
be installed while the latch handle is open.
To Raise The Top:
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the convertible top or its compo-
nents, your vehicle is equipped with a feature that
prevents convertible top operation at speeds over 10
mph (16 km/h).
CAUTION!
To fully insure that no damage occurs, be sure that
the vehicle is at a complete stop with the gear selector
in the Park position (automatic transaxle) or in the
Neutral position (manual transaxle) before lowering
or raising the top.
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1. Remove the convertible top boot cover, if equipped.
Refer to Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal and Stor-
age, in this section.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
3. Press the Power Top Switch to raise the top. Before the
top reaches the windshield, open the latch handle and
turn the handle clockwise to open the latches. Press the
switch again to continue raising the top until the two pins
seat themselves in the windshield header.
NOTE:If the top is not latched right away, it may be
necessary to press the power top switch, UP or DOWN
quickly, to align the pins to the windshield header.
4. Pull down on the latch handle and rotate it counter-
clockwise to engage the latches. 5. Raise the latch handle into the stowed position.
Engaging Convertible Top Latches
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CAUTION!
Car top carriers, ski racks, etc., should not be attached
to the convertible top mechanism as they will dam-
age the top. Do not place objects on the convertible
top, in the top well or on the sport bar. Damage to the
convertible top may occur.Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation–If
Equipped1. With the top down and the convertible top latch
handle in the stowed position, lay the unfolded boot
cover across the convertible top.
Convertible Top Latch Handle
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2. Install the rear edge of the boot, first tucking the rear
edge of the boot under the rear and both sides of the rails.
Boot Laying Across Convertible Top
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3. Pull the right and left boot arms forward and engage
both boot arm snaps. Make sure both snaps are fully
engaged.
Tucking Boot Under Rail
Engaging Boot Arm Snaps
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4. Engage the boot center section retainer using the tabs
provided.5. Tuck the rear flap of the boot in behind the Upper
Moulding.
Engaging Boot Center Section
Tucking In Rear Flap
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Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal and
Storage1. Unsnap the snaps and remove the top cover boot.
2. Lay the boot cover flat with the center section retainer
facing the rear of the car.
Boot Removed And Laying Flat
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3. First fold the left side of the boot cover to the middle
of the boot cover.
4. Second fold the right side of the boot cover to the
middle, fitting it inside the left side of the boot cover and
store it in the trunk or a dry secure area.
CAUTION!
Do not lay heavy objects on top of the boot or lay the
boot on top of sharp/pointy objects. Damage could
occur to the boot.
Folding Boot Cover Left Side
Folding Boot Cover Right Side
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Miles21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000
(Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000)
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. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect the PCV valveand replace as neces-
sary.* X
Replace the Make-up air filter. X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X440 SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES
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