2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER heating

CAUTION!
Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In
the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv-
ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor-
mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin-
ued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and the
vehicle.
WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune up to manufacturers specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
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Selection Of Coolant
Use only the manufacturers recommended coolant, refer
to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
for correct coolant type.
CAUTION!
Failure to use the proper antifreeze could cause
radiator plugging and engine overheating. Do not
mix antifreeze brands or use plain water alone or
alcohol based antifreeze products. Do not use addi-
tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they
may not be compatible with the radiator coolant and
may plug the radiator.
Adding Coolant
When adding coolant, a minimum solution of 50% eth-
ylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water should be used.Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if tempera-
tures below234ÉF (237ÉC) are anticipated.
Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized
water when mixing the water/antifreeze solution. The
use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of
corrosion protection in the engine cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner's responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of the
engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant
changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of
coolant, and to insure that coolant will return to the
radiator from the coolant recovery bottle.
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Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 220
Fuel Requirements..................... 216
Jump Starting......................... 235
Oil ...........................251,290,291
Oil Change Interval.................... 252
Oil Filter............................ 291
Oil Selection.......................... 253
Oil Synthetic......................... 255
Overheating.......................... 228
Temperature Gauge..................... 130
Timing Belt.......................... 258
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 254
Exhaust Gas Caution..............28,59,220,264
Exhaust System......................... 264
Filler Location Fuel...................... 135
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 258
Engine Fuel.......................... 258Engine Oil........................255,291
Flashers.............................. 228
Hazard Warning....................... 228
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 235
Flooded Engine Starting................... 181
Fluid, Brake........................... 292
Fluid Capacities......................... 290
Fluid Leaks............................. 61
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 273
Fog Light Service........................ 288
Fog Lights...........................97,135
Folding Rear Seat........................ 86
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 239
Fuel..............................216,291
Adding............................. 221
Additives............................ 219
Capacity............................ 290
Clean Air............................ 217
330 INDEX

Odometer............................. 133
Trip .............................133,135
Oil, Engine.........................251,290
Capacity............................ 290
Change Interval....................... 252
Checking............................ 251
Disposal............................ 255
Filter............................... 255
Identification Logo..................... 254
Materials Added to..................... 255
Quality............................. 254
Recommendation...................253,290
Synthetic............................ 255
Viscosity............................ 254
Oil Pressure Light....................... 129
Onboard Diagnostic System..............248,249
Operator Manuals......................... 4
Outside Air Intake....................... 172
Overdrive............................. 186Overhead Console....................... 104
Overhead Travel Information Center.......... 104
Overheating, Engine...................... 228
Owner's Manual.......................4,322
Paint Care............................. 276
Panel Rear Shelf......................... 114
Panic Alarm............................ 23
Parking Brake.......................... 192
Passing Light........................... 97
Pets.................................. 58
Phone, Cellular.......................... 70
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 70
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 202
Power
Distribution Center..................... 282
Door Locks........................... 19
Outlet.............................. 110
Steering..........................196,261
INDEX 335
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