Capacity CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2008 1.G User Guide

4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized
(This requirement may limit the ability to always
achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a
percentage of total trailer weight).
Towing Requirements Ð Tires
²
Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
²Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to the
Tires±General Information section of this manual on
Tire Pressures for proper tire inflation procedures.
²Also, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation
pressures before trailer usage.
²Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer. Refer to the Tires±General
Information section of this manual on Tread Wear
Indicators for the proper inspection procedure.
²When replacing tires refer to the Tires±General Infor-
mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires
for proper tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires
with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase
the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements Ð Trailer Brakes
²
Do notinterconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
²An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with
a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
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²Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000
lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000
lbs (907 kg).
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's hy-
draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-
tem and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes
when you need them and could have an accident.
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis-
tance. When towing you should allow for additional
space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front
of you. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
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FUEL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
Electronic Fuel Injection high pressure fuel systems are
designed with tubes and special connects, connections
and clamps which have unique material characteristics to
provide adequate sealing and resist attack by deterio-
rated gasoline.
You are urged to use only the manufactures-specified
tubes, connections and clamps, or their equivalent in
material and specification, in any fuel system servicing.
BRAKE SYSTEM
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in the ªMainte-
nance Scheduleº in this manual.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn't have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake, Power Steering and Oil Cooler System
Hoses
When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance,
inspect the surface of the hoses and nylon tubing for
evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard and
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Ethanol............................... 337
Event Data Recorder...................70,105
Exhaust Gas Caution............38,39,115,339,397
Exhaust System......................... 397
Fabric Care.........................413,414
Filler Location Fuel....................226,340
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 391
Automatic Transaxle.................... 409
Engine Fuel.......................... 391
Engine Oil........................387,430
Flashers.............................. 358
Hazard Warning....................... 358
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 367
Flooded Engine Starting................... 293
Fluid, Brake........................... 431
Fluid Capacities......................... 429
Fluid Leaks............................ 117Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 408
Brake............................... 406
Cooling System....................... 398
Power Steering........................ 394
Fluids................................ 430
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 430
Fog Light Service........................ 426
Fog Lights..........................188,233
Folding Front Passenger Seat............... 167
Folding Rear Seat.....................171,173
Folding Rear Seat (Convertible).............. 173
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan).................. 171
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 370
Fuel..............................337,430
Adding............................. 340
Additives............................ 338
Capacity............................ 429
Clean Air............................ 337
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Ethanol............................. 337
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................226,340
Filler Door (Gas Cap)................... 226
Filter............................... 391
Gasoline............................ 337
Gauge.............................. 226
Hoses.............................. 404
Light............................... 233
Materials Added....................... 338
Methanol............................ 337
Octane Rating........................ 337
Requirements......................... 337
Tank Capacity........................ 429
Fuel System Caution..................... 341
Fueling............................... 340
Fuses................................ 419
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 197
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............340,342,381Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 337
Gasoline (Fuel).......................337,429
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 337
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 226
Fuel................................ 226
Odometer........................... 229
Tachometer.......................... 227
Gearshift.............................. 297
General Information.................18,163,336
General Maintenance..................... 384
Glass Cleaning.......................... 415
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 344
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 343
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ)............. 138
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 358
Head Restraints......................... 169
476 INDEX

Mini-Trip Computer...................... 235
Mirrors............................... 135
Electric Remote....................... 137
Outside............................. 136
Rearview............................ 135
Vanity.............................. 138
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 332
Mopar Parts.........................383,464
MTBE/ETBE........................... 337
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 186
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 115
Occupant Restraints (Convertible)............. 81
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................. 44
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 337
Odometer............................. 229
Trip .............................229,230Oil, Engine.........................384,429
Capacity............................ 429
Change Interval....................... 385
Checking............................ 384
Disposal............................ 387
Filter............................... 387
Identification Logo..................... 386
Materials Added to..................... 387
Quality............................. 386
Recommendation...................386,429
Synthetic............................ 387
Viscosity............................ 387
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 388
Oil Pressure Light....................... 234
Onboard Diagnostic System..............380,381
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ........... 197
Operator Manual (Owner's Manual)............ 4
Outside Air Intake....................... 284
Overdrive............................. 298
480 INDEX

Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 316
Tire Markings.......................... 313
Tire Safety Information.................... 313
Tires ........................... 117,321,467
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 327
Air Pressure.......................... 321
Alignment........................... 329
Chains.............................. 330
Changing............................ 360
Compact Spare........................ 325
Flat Changing........................ 367
General Information.................... 321
High Speed.......................... 324
Inflation Pressures..................... 322
Jacking............................. 360
Life of Tires.......................... 327
Load Capacity.....................317,318
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........227,332
Quality Grading....................... 467Radial.............................. 324
Replacement......................... 328
Rotation............................. 331
Safety...........................313,321
Sizes............................... 314
Snow Tires........................... 330
Spare Tire........................... 361
Spinning............................ 326
Tread Wear Indicators................... 327
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 348
Top Cover............................. 128
Towing............................... 343
Disabled Vehicle....................... 371
Guide.............................. 347
Recreational.......................... 356
Weight.............................. 347
Traction.............................. 370
Traction Control......................... 311
Traction Control Switch................... 311
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