2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER washer fluid

NUsing The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................164
NPTY Button9Scan9.....................164
NPTY Button9Seek9.....................164
NSatellite Antenna......................164
NReception Quality.....................164
mCassette Tape And Player Maintenance.......165
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............166
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones........166mClimate Controls.......................166
NAir Conditioning.....................166
NOperating Tips.......................171
mRear Window Features...................173
NElectric Rear Window Defroster...........173
NRear Wiper/Washer Switch..............174
NAdding Washer Fluid..................175
124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the rear of
the engine compartment on the passenger side and
should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill
the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radia-
tor antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds
to flush out the residual water.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175
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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
244 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations of salt, waxes or road film
and help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. make sure that
they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to
avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of
contact with petroleum products such as engine oil,
gasoline, etc.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the glass.2. Push the release tab shown in the illustration and slide
the wiper blade assembly down along the arm. Gently
place the wiper arm on the windshield.
3. Install the new blade assembly onto the wiper arm tip
until it locks in place.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 263
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Windshield Washer Reservoir
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the rear of the
engine compartment on the passenger side and should be
checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator
antifreeze).
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system,
or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or
when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;
have a competent technician inspect the complete ex-
haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams
or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep
into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the
exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for an oil
change or lubrication. Replace as required.
264 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System.............. 194
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 267
Adding Fuel........................... 221
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 175
Additives, Fuel......................... 219
Air Cleaner, Engine...................... 258
Air Conditioning........................ 261
Air Conditioning Controls................. 166
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 171
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 261
Air Conditioning System................166,261
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 207
Airbag................................ 41
Airbag Deployment....................... 48
Airbag Light.....................45,50,60,134
Airbag Maintenance....................... 49
Airbag, Side............................ 47
Alarm, Panic............................ 23
Alarm System........................26,129Alignment and Balance................... 213
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 164
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........267,290,291
Capacities........................... 290
Anti-Lock Brake System................... 194
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 131
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 26
Appearance Care........................ 276
Auto Down Power Windows................ 31
Automatic Door Locks..................... 20
Automatic Transaxle..............12,180,183,273
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 275
Fluid Level Check...................273,274
Interlock System.....................18,184
Reset Mode.......................... 184
Selection Of Lubricant................... 273
Shifting............................. 185
Special Additives...................... 276
326 INDEX

Steering, Checking..................... 261
Sunroof............................. 108
Windows............................. 30
Power Steering Fluid..................... 292
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 41
Preparation for Jacking.................... 232
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 41
Programming Transmitters.................. 24
Radial Ply Tires......................... 210
Radiator Cap........................... 267
Radio..........................138,148,154
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 136
Radio Operation......................148,166
Radio, Satellite.......................... 161
Rear Liftgate............................ 28
Rear Seat, Folding......................86,88
Rear Seat Removal........................ 90Rear Shelf Panel......................... 114
Rear Window........................... 31
Rear Window Defroster................... 173
Rear Window Features.................... 173
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 174
Reclining Front Seats...................... 84
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 291
Remote Keyless Entry..................... 22
Replacement Bulbs....................... 286
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 250
Replacement Tires....................... 212
Reporting Safety Defects................... 321
Restraints, Child.......................50,56
Restraints, Infant......................... 51
Roof Rack............................. 119
Rotation, Tires.......................... 215
336 INDEX

Transmitter Battery Service.................. 25
Transmitter Programming................... 24
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry............ 22
Transporting Pets........................ 58
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 212
Trip Odometer Reset Button.............133,135
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 29
Turbo Cool Down....................... 182
Turn Signals.........................97,130
Understanding Your Instrument Panel......... 125
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 323
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 216
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 39
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 269
Vanity Mirrors........................... 69
Variance, Compass....................... 106
Vehicle Identification Number................ 6Vehicle Loading......................203,223
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 285
Vehicle Theft Alarm....................... 26
Warning, Door Ajar...................... 133
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 129
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 319
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 175
Washer, Rear........................... 174
Washers, Windshield...................... 98
Washing Vehicle......................... 277
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 213
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 279
Wind Buffeting.......................32,109
Window Fogging........................ 172
Windows.............................. 30
Windshield Washers...................... 98
340 INDEX