2005 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER light

The front airbag system consists of the following:
•Airbag Control Module (ACM)
•AIRBAG Readiness Light
•Driver and Passenger Front Airbag/Inflator Units
•Unique Steering Wheel and Column
•Unique Instrument Panel
•Interconnecting Wiring
•Seat Belt Pretensioners
•Knee Impact Bolster
The Side Airbag System, on vehicles equipped, consists
of the following:
•AIRBAG Readiness Light (shared with the front airbag
system)
•Side Airbag in the driver’s seat
•Side Airbag in the passenger’s seat
•Airbag Control Module (shared with the front airbag
system)
•Side impact sensors
•Interconnecting Wiring
How The Front Airbag System Works
•
The airbag control module determines if a frontal
impact is severe enough to require the airbags to
inflate. The control module will not detect, roll over, or
rear collisions. The airbag control module will only
detect side collisions if the vehicle is so equipped with
side airbags.
The airbag control module also monitors the readiness
of the electronic parts of the system whenever the
ignition switch is in the START or ON positions. These
include all of the items listed above except the knee
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bolster, instrument panel and the steering wheel and
column. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC
position, or not in the ignition switch, the airbags are
not on and will not inflate.
The airbag control module also turns on the
AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to
8 seconds when the ignition switch is first
turned ON, then turns the light off. If the front or side
airbag control modules detect a malfunction in any
part of the system, the airbag light will turn on either
momentarily or continuously.WARNING!
Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel
could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect
you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays
on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you
drive, have the airbag system checked right away.
•When the airbag control module detects a collision
requiring the front airbags, it signals the inflator units.
A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate
the front airbags. The front airbag covers separate and
fold out of the way as the front airbags inflate to their
full size. The front airbags fully inflate in about 50
milliseconds. This is only about half of the time it takes
you to blink your eyes. The front airbags then quickly
deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front
passenger. The driver’s front airbag gas is vented
through the airbag material towards the instrument
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Maintaining Your Airbag System
WARNING!
•Modifications to any part of the airbag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured because the airbags are not there to
protect you. Do not modify the components or
wiring, including adding any kind of badges or
stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or
the upper right side of the instrument panel. Do
not modify the front bumper, vehicle body struc-
ture, or frame.
•You need proper knee impact protection in a
collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket
equipment on or behind the knee bolsters.
•It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the
airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has airbags.
Airbag Light
You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your
protection in a collision. While the airbag system is
designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following
occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system
immediately.
•The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during
the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first
turned on.
•The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second
interval.
•The light flickers or comes on and remains on while
driving.
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Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake
fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and
corrected immediately.
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▫Driver’s Seat Back Tilt...................82
▫Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System) . . .83
▫Adjustable Head Restraints...............85
▫Heated Seats—If Equipped..............86
▫Folding Rear Seat......................87
▫Tumbling Rear Seat.....................88

To Open And Close The Hood..............93

Lights................................94
▫Interior Lights........................94
▫Multi-Function Control Lever..............95
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights..............................96
▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......96▫Lights-On Reminder....................96
▫Fog Lights...........................97
▫Turn Signals..........................97
▫Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch..........97
▫Passing Light.........................97

Windshield Wipers And Washers............98
▫Windshield Washers....................98
▫Mist Feature..........................98
▫Windshield Wiper Operation..............99
▫Intermittent Wiper System................99
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................100

Tilt Steering Column....................101

Traction Control Switch—If Equipped.......102
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1. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
2. Release the top from the windshield header by pulling
down on the latch handle and turning the latch handle
clockwise until it stops.3. Press the Power Top Switch to disengage the top pins
from the header, turn the handle counterclockwise and
raise the handle to the stowed position.
NOTE:The Power Top Switch has two detent positions
for lowering the convertible top. Pressing and holding
the Power Top Switch lightly in the first detent position
will lower the windows slightly and the convertible top
to the full down position. Pressing and holding the
switch in the second detent position will lower all four
windows completely and the top to the full down posi-
tion.
Releasing Convertible Top Latches
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MIRRORS
Inside Compass/Temperature Mirror
This manual day-night inside rearview mirror has an
integrated compass and outside temperature display,
along with dual map/courtesy lamps with switches for
independent operation. These lamps also turn on to-
gether with the dome lamp.
Adjust the mirror to center the view through the rear
window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical mirror adjustments.
Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by rotating the
small knob under the mirror in the clockwise direction,
so the knob points to the right (night position). The
mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position
(knob points towards rear of vehicle.)
Adjusting Rear View Mirror
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Lights
•
Briefly press the“Right”button to toggle the right
reading lamp“ON/OFF”. Repeat the key press to
cycle the light.
•Briefly press the“Left”button to toggle the left
reading lamp“ON/OFF”. Repeat the key press to
cycle the light.
NOTE:The light can be activated with the ignition off.
NOTE:The light(s) will automatically shut off after
seven minutes with ignition off.
Temperature
Press and hold the“Right”button for 5–10 seconds (until
°F/°C toggles in the display) then release the button.
Repeat the key press to cycle the°F/°C in the display.
Display ON/OFF
Press and hold the“Right”button for 10–15 seconds
(until display toggles ON/OFF) then release the button.
Repeat the key press to cycle the display ON/OFF.
NOTE:The display will default“ON”at each new
ignition cycle.
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