2006 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER Owners Manual

•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.
•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT
OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE
USED.
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A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow the safety tips below.
Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or
out of the area.If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
WARNING!
If you are required to drive with the deck lid/liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
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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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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Convertible Top Operation................121
▫To Lower The Top.....................121
▫ToRaiseTheTop .....................124
▫Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation–If
Equipped...........................126
▫Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal And
Storage............................130
▫Convertible Top Manual Override.........132

Mirrors ..............................133
▫Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped.....133▫Outside Mirror—Driver’s Side............134
▫Outside Mirror—Passenger’s Side..........134
▫Electric Remote-Control Mirrors — If
Equipped...........................135
▫Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . . 135
▫Sun Visor Sliding Feature...............136

Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) — If
Equipped............................136
▫Operations..........................138
▫Phone Call Features...................145
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▫UConnect™ System Features.............147
▫Advanced Phone Connectivity............152
▫Things You Should Know About Your
UConnect™ System....................154

Seats................................159
▫Front Seat Adjustment..................159
▫Power Seat Adjuster — If Equipped........160
▫Manual Lumbar—If Equipped............162
▫Folding Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped . . 162
▫Driver’s Seat Back Tilt—If Equipped........163
▫Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System)
(Convertible)........................163
▫Adjustable Head Restraints..............164
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped.............165▫Folding Rear Seat (Sedan)...............166
▫Folding Rear Seat (Convertible)...........168
▫Tumbling Rear Seat (Sedan)..............169
▫Tumbling Rear Seat (Convertible)..........171
▫Rear Seat Removal (Sedan)..............175

To Open And Close The Hood.............177

Lights...............................178
▫Map/Reading Lights (Sedan).............178
▫Map/Reading Lights (Convertible).........179
▫Interior Lights.......................180
▫Multi-Function Control Lever.............181
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights .............................182
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▫Daytime Running Lights (DRL)(Canada Only) . 182
▫Lights-On Reminder...................182
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............183
▫Turn Signals.........................183
▫Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch.........183
▫Passing Light........................183

Windshield Wipers And Washers...........184
▫Windshield Washers...................184
▫Mist Feature.........................184
▫Windshield Wiper Operation.............185
▫Intermittent Wiper System...............185
▫Rear Window Wiper/Washer
(Sedan Models Only)...................186
Tilt Steering Column....................187

Traction Control Switch — If Equipped.......188

Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped......189
▫ToActivate ..........................189
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............190
▫To Deactivate........................190
▫To Resume Speed.....................190
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............190
▫Manual Transaxle.....................191
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............191

Garage Door Opener — If Equipped.........192
▫Programming The Universal Transceiver.....194
▫“Rolling Code” Programming............196
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▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 197
▫Operation...........................198
▫Reprogramming A Single Button..........198
▫Security............................198

Power Sunroof — If Equipped.............199
▫Express Open Feature..................200
▫Wind Buffeting.......................201
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................201

Electrical Power Outlets..................201
▫Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......204

Console Features.......................204
Storage..............................205
▫Center Console/Armrest Storage Bin.......205
▫Storage Pockets.......................207

Rear Shelf Panel— If Equipped.............207
▫Position 1 (Top)......................208
▫Position 2 (Middle)....................209
▫Position 3 (Floor).....................209
▫Position 4 (Vertical)....................210
▫Position 5 (Table).....................210

Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped..........212
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