2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER Owners Manual

All Transaxles
CAUTION!
If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the
ignition switch must be in the OFF position, not in
the LOCK or ACCESSORY positions.
Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when
towing. When securing vehicle to flat bed truck, do
not attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed
(wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON
position, not the ACCESSORY position. Make certain the
transaxle remains in NEUTRAL.
Without The Ignition Key
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should be
used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised.
Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam-
age to the vehicle.
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat
Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)
If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transaxle, it
may be towed at any legal highway speed, for any
distance, if the transaxle is in neutral.
If the ignition key is not available, vehicles with auto-
matic transaxles can not be flat towed at any time.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
m2.4L High Output Turbo Engine Compartment . . 246
m2.4L Engine Compartment................247
mOnboard Diagnostic System Ð OBD II........248
mEmissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................249
mReplacement Parts......................250
mDealer Service.........................250
mMaintenance Procedures..................251
NEngine Oil..........................251NDrive Belts Ð Check Condition And Tension . . 256
NSpark Plugs.........................256
NIgnition Wiring System.................256
NCatalytic Converter....................256
NEngine Timing Belt....................258
NCrankcase Emission Control System........258
NFuel Filter..........................258
NAir Cleaner Element (Filter)..............258
NMaintenance-Free Battery................259
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NAir Conditioner......................261
NPower Steering Ð Fluid Check............261
NFront Suspension Ball Joints..............262
NBody Lubrication.....................262
NWindshield Wiper Blades................263
NWindshield Washer Reservoir.............264
NExhaust System......................264
NCooling System.......................265
NHoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......269
NFuel System Connections................270
NBrake System........................270
NAutomatic Transaxle...................273
NManual Transaxle.....................276NAppearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................276
mFuses...............................282
NUnderhood Fuses
(Power Distribution Center)..............282
NInterior Fuses........................285
mVehicle Storage........................285
mReplacement Bulbs......................286
mBulb Replacement......................287
NHeadlight Bulb Replacement.............287
NFront Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights . . 288
NFront Fog Lights Ð If Equipped...........288
NTail/Stop, And Rear Turn Signal Lights......288
NBack Up Light Bulb....................289
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NCenter High Mounted Stop Light..........289
mFluids And Capacities...................290
mRecommended Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine
Parts................................291NEngine.............................291
NChassis............................292
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2.4L HIGH OUTPUT TURBO ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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2.4L ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM Ð OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the ªMalfunction Indicator Light.º It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your dealer for service as soon as
possible.CAUTION!
²Prolonged driving with the ªMalfunction Indica-
tor Lightº on could cause further damage to the
emission control system. It could also affect fuel
economy and driveability. The vehicle must be
serviced before any emissions tests can be per-
formed.
²If the ªMalfunction Indicator Lightº is flashing
while the engine is running, severe catalytic con-
verter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.
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