2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER mirrors

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mMirrors...............................67
NInside Day/Night Mirror.................67
NOutside MirrorÐDriver's Side.............67
NOutside MirrorÐPassenger's Side...........68
NElectric Remote-Control Mirrors Ð If
Equipped............................68
NIlluminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped....69
NSun Visor Sliding Feature................70
mHands±Free Communication (UConnectŸ) Ð If
Equipped.............................70NOperation............................72
NPhone Call Features....................76
NAdvanced Phone Connectivity.............78
NUConnectŸ System Features..............79
mSeats.................................82
NFront Seat Adjustment...................82
NDriver's Power Seat Height Adjuster Ð If
Equipped............................83
NReclining Bucket Seats...................84
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical mirror adjustment.
Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the
small control under the mirror to the night position
(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted
while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Outside MirrorÐDriver's Side
Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of
traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the
inside mirror.
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Outside MirrorÐPassenger's Side
Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the
side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the
vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger side mirror could cause you to collide
with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside
mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle
seen in this convex mirror.
Electric Remote-Control Mirrors Ð If Equipped
Use the mirror select switch, located to the left of the
steering column on the instrument panel, to adjust the
view obtained in the outside mirrors. Press the L or R
button for Left or Right mirror selection. Use the center
off position to guard against accidentally moving a
mirror position.
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Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for the
direction you want the mirror to move.Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the
mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
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Side Window Demisters
A side window demister outlet is at each end of the
instrument panel. These nonadjustable outlets direct air
toward the side windows when the system is in either the
FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode. The air is directed at
the area of the windows through which you view the
outside mirrors.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Electric Rear Window Defroster
The push-button is located at the center of the
instrument panel, below the radio. Press this but-
ton to turn on the rear window defroster, and the
optional electric remote control heated mirrors. An amber
light shows that the defroster is on.NOTE:The defroster turns off automatically after 10
minutes of operation. Each following activation of the
defroster will last for five minutes.
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
CAUTION!
Long periods of engine idling, especially at high
engine speeds can cause excessive exhaust tempera-
tures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave
your vehicle unattended with the engine running.
WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may
cause serious injury or death.
Automatic Transaxle
The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE:You must press the brake pedal before shifting
out of Park.
Manual Transaxle
Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake,
press the clutch pedal to the floor and place the gear
selector in NEUTRAL.
NOTE:The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal
is pressed to the floor.
Normal Starting
Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine does
not require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal.
Simply turn the ignition switch to the ªSTART'º position
and release when the engine starts. If the engine has not
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Radiator Cap......................... 267
Selection of Coolant.................... 267
Corrosion Protection..................... 276
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 258
Cruise Light........................... 133
Cup Holder............................ 112
Customer Assistance..................... 316
Dealer Service.......................... 250
Defroster, Rear Window................... 173
Defroster, Windshield................60,168,169
Delay Wipers........................... 99
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 248
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.................. 97
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 255
Door Ajar............................. 133
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 20Downshifting.......................... 191
Drive Belts............................ 256
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 238
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 173
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 68
Electrical Power Outlets................... 110
Electronic Power Distribution Center.......... 282
Electronic Speed Control................... 101
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 230
Jump Starting......................... 235
Towing............................. 240
Emergency Trunk Release................... 29
Emission Control System Maintenance......249,294
Engine............................246,247
Break-In Recommendations................ 59
Checking Oil Level..................... 251
INDEX 329
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Locks
Central.............................. 20
Child Protection........................ 21
Door................................ 18
Power Door........................... 19
Steering Wheel......................... 17
Lubrication, Body....................... 262
Luggage Rack.......................... 119
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 259
Maintenance, General..................... 251
Maintenance Procedures................... 251
Maintenance Schedule
Schedule9A9.......................305,309
Schedule9B9.......................... 297
Maintenance Schedules.................... 294
Malfunction Indicator Light..............134,249
Manual, Service......................... 322
Manual Transaxle..................180,189,276Downshifting......................... 191
Fluid Level Check...................... 276
Frequency of Fluid Change............... 276
Lubricant Selection..................... 276
Master Cylinder......................... 271
Mirrors................................ 67
Electric Remote........................ 68
Outside.............................. 67
Rearview............................. 67
Vanity............................... 69
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Mopar Parts.........................250,321
Multi-Function Control Lever................ 95
Navigation System....................... 161
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 59
Occupant Restraints....................... 32
Octane Rating, Gasoline................... 216
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