maintenance CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2009 1.G Workshop Manual

Maintenance Schedule A — Turbocharged
Miles5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000
(Kilometers) (8 000) (16 000) (24 000) (32 000) (40 000) (48 000)
[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XXXXX
Rotate tires. X XXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X
Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four-wheel disc brakes. X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter.* X
Replace the spark plugs. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals X
Replace the make-up air filter.* X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
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Miles35,000 40,000 45,000 50,000 55,000 60,000
(Kilometers) (56 000) (64 000) (72 000) (80 000) (88 000) (96 000)
[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X XXXX
Rotate tires. X X XXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four-wheel disc brakes. 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
Replace the make-up air filter.* X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Flush and replace engine coolant at
60 months, if not replaced at 100,000 miles
(160 000 km). X
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Miles65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000 90,000
(Kilometers) (104 000) (112 000) (120 000) (128 000) (136 000) (144 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] [108]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXX X X
Rotate tires. XXXX X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four-wheel disc brakes. X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter.* X
Replace the spark plugs. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect the PCV valve, and replace if
necessary.* X
Replace the make-up air filter.* X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
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Miles95,000 100,000 105,000 110,000 115,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (152 000) (160 000) (168 000) (176 000) (184 000) (192 000)
[Months] [114] [120] [126] [132] [138] [144]
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. XX
Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four-wheel disc brakes. X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter.* X
Replace the spark plugs and ignition cables. X
Replace the generator belt. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Replace the make-up air filter.* X
Replace the power steering/air conditioner
belt. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant if not
done at 60 months. X
Replace the engine timing belt. X
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Miles125,000 130,000 135,000 140,000 145,000 150,000
(Kilometers) (200 000) (208 000) (216 000) (224 000) (232 000) (240 000)
[Months] [150] [156] [162] [168] [174] [180]
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
Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four-wheel disc brakes. X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter.* X
Replace the spark plugs. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Replace the make-up air filter.* X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. 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
receipts.
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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 me-
chanic.
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SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the
right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
work to be performed may not be covered by the
warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history. This can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation withthe service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental
vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it
is advisable to make these arrangements when you call
for an appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally
interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy
with our products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer.
We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an
authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and
are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality
service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealers have the
facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and
the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed
correctly and in a timely manner.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 381

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 244
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 325
Adding Fuel ........................... 274
Additives, Fuel ......................... 272
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 316
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 318
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 213
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 219
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............318,319
Air Conditioning System ................213,318
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 257
Airbag ................................ 45
Airbag Deployment ....................... 56
Airbag Light ....................... 59,73,173
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 58
Airbag, Side ............................ 54
Alarm Light ........................... 172
Alarm, Panic ............................ 23
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle
............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 211
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........324,325,349,350
Capacities ........................... 349
Disposal ............................ 327
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 244
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 172
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Appearance Care ........................ 334
Assistance Towing ........................ 96
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 32
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 29
Automatic Transaxle ..............12,224,229,331
Adding Fluid ......................... 331
Filter ............................... 333
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 333
Fluid Level Check ..................... 331
Interlock System ..................... 15,230
Reset Mode .......................... 231
390 INDEX

Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............168,309
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 71
Checks, Safety ........................... 71
Child Restraint .......................... 62
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 66
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts ........... 65
Child Safety Locks ........................ 30
Child Seat .............................. 68
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 270
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 337
Climate Control ......................... 213
Clock ........................... 187,189,203
Clutch ............................... 329
Clutch Fluid ........................... 329
Coin Holder ........................... 148
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 212
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 259 Compass
..................... 173,174,176,185
Compass Calibration .................. 176,185
Compass Variance ....................... 175
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 173
Console .............................. 148
Contract, Service ........................ 383
Cool Down, Turbo ....................... 226
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................... 349,350
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 326
Cooling System ......................... 323
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 325
Coolant Level ...................... 323,327
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 327
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 324
Inspection ........................... 327
Points to Remember .................... 328
Pressure Cap ......................... 326
Radiator Cap ......................... 326
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ........... 324
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Emission Control System Maintenance......309,354
Engine ............................ 307,308
Break-In Recommendations ................ 70
Checking Oil Level ..................... 312
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 323
Cooling ............................. 323
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 71,273
Fuel Requirements ..................... 270
Jump Starting ......................... 300
Oil ........................... 312,349,350
Oil Change Interval .................... 313
Oil Filler Cap ................... 307,308,315
Oil Filter ............................ 350
Oil Selection .......................... 314
Oil Synthetic ......................... 315
Overheating .......................... 292
Temperature Gauge .................... 164
Ethanol ............................... 270
Event Data Recorder ...................... 60 Exhaust Gas Caution
..............34,71,273,321
Exhaust System ....................... 71,321
Exterior Lights .......................... 73
Fabric Care ............................ 338
Filler Location Fuel .................... 164,274
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 316
Automatic Transaxle .................... 333
Engine Oil ........................ 316,350
Flashers .............................. 292
Hazard Warning ....................... 292
Turn Signal ........................ 73,169
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 225
Fluid Capacities ......................... 349
Fluid Leaks ............................. 73
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle .................... 331
Brake .............................. 329
394 INDEX