2005 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER radio

As preventive maintenance, clean the head about every
30 hours of use. If you wait until the head becomes very
dirty (noticeably poor sound), it may not be possible to
remove all deposits with a simple WET cleaning cassette.
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the
following precautions:
1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the
surface.
2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.
3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the
disc; avoid scratching the disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,
or antistatic sprays.
5. Store the disc in its case after playing.6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become
too high.
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily“clear”by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.
168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

CLIMATE CONTROLS
Air Conditioning
The Air Conditioning System allows you to balance the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
instrument panel, above the radio.The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains
R-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer
in the upper atmosphere.
The controls are as follows:
Fan and Air conditioning Control
Use this control to regulate
the amount of air forced
through the system in any
mode you select. The fan
speeds to the left of the OFF
position are for Air Condi-
tioning. Choosing one of
these speeds turns on the air
conditioning compressor. The
fan speed increases as you
move the control to the left from the OFF position.
NOTE:The air conditioning compressor will not engage
until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds.
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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.
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.
Rear Defroster Switch
176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

TRACTION CONTROL—IF EQUIPPED
The Traction Control System will improve acceleration
and steering on slippery surfaces by reducing tire spin.
The system reduces wheel slip and maintains traction at
the driving (front) wheels by engaing the brake on the
wheel that is losing traction. When this occurs the TRAC
indicator light located above the instrument cluster
odometer will flash. The system operates at speeds below
40 mph (64 km/h).
A push-button at the center of the instrument panel,
below the radio, turns the Traction Control System ON or
OFF.
Traction Control Switch
200 STARTING AND OPERATING

WARNING!
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
axle cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could
enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has
started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables
may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle.
This type of start can be dangerous if done improp-
erly, so follow this procedure carefully.
1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry
such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an
inadvertent electrical contact.2. When boosting from a battery in another vehicle, park
that vehicle within booster cable reach but without
letting the vehicles touch. Set parking brake, place auto-
matic transaxle in PARK (manual transaxle in NEU-
TRAL) and turn ignition to OFF for both vehicles.
3. Turn off the heater, radio and all unnecessary electrical
loads.
4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive
terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of
the jumper cable to the positive jump start terminal,
located near the Power Distribution Center, of the vehicle
with the discharged battery.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 241
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FUSE Amp/Color Items Fused
1 25 Amp/
NaturalHeadlamp Switch
2 15 Amp/Lt.
BluePark Lamps
3 20 Amp/
YellowRKE/Door Locks
4 20 Amp/
YellowPower Height Adjust
5 10 Amp/Red Airbag Run Only
6 10 Amp/Red B/U Electric Back Light
(EBL) NEU SAF
7 25 Amp/
NaturalHVAC Blower
8 15 Amp/Lt.
BlueFog Lamp (Non BUX)
9 10 Amp/Red Airbag Run-ST10 10 Amp/Red Cluster/RKE/SKIM
11 10 Amp/Red Engine Module/ABS-
TRAC
12 10 Amp/Red PDC Relays/LDP
13 10 Amp/Red Interior Lighting
14 20 Amp/
YellowOverhead Console/Radio
15 20 Amp/
YellowWipers/Comb. FLS
16 10 Amp/Red Auto Stick/Ignition
17 15 Amp/Lt.
BlueHeated Seats
18 10 Amp/Red Heated Mirrors
19 10 Amp/Red Rt Headlamp
20 10 Amp/Red Lt Headlamp
296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Steering..........................199,268
Steering, Checking..................... 268
Windows............................. 28
Power Steering Fluid..................... 304
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 39
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 39
Programmable Electronic Features.........107,111
Programming Transmitters............23,107,111
Radial Ply Tires......................... 214
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 275
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 135
Radio Operation...................147,153,168
Radio (Sound Systems)...........136,146,153,159
Rear Seat, Folding......................87,88
Rear Window Defroster................... 176
Reclining Front Seats...................... 82Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 303
Refrigerant............................ 268
Remote Keyless Entry..................... 21
Replacement Bulbs....................... 297
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 256
Replacement Tires....................... 217
Reporting Safety Defects................... 335
Restraints, Child.......................49,54
Restraints, Infant......................... 50
Rotation, Tires.......................... 220
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 57
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 58
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 335
Safety Information, Tire................... 201
Safety Tips............................. 57
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 306
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