2006 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER Owners Manual

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

A Word About Your Keys..................13
▫Ignition Key Removal...................13
▫Locking Doors With The Key..............14
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder................15

Sentry Key............................15
▫Replacement Keys......................16
▫Sentry Key Programming.................17
▫General Information....................17

Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped..........18▫If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering
Wheel..............................18
▫To Release The Steering Wheel Lock.........18
▫Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System . .18

Door Locks............................18
▫Manual Door Locks.....................18
▫Power Door Locks.....................20
▫“Child-Protection” Door Lock System
(Rear Doors) — If Equipped...............23

Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan)...............24
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▫To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate..........25
▫To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
(If Equipped With Power Options)..........26
▫Using The Panic Alarm..................26
▫To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock”........27
▫Programming Additional Transmitters........27
▫General Information....................29
▫Battery Replacement....................30

Remote Keyless Entry (Convertible)...........31
▫To Unlock The Doors...................31
▫To Lock The Doors.....................32
▫To Unlatch The Deck Lid.................33
▫Panic Alarm..........................33▫Using The Panic Alarm..................33
▫To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock”........33
▫To Program Additional Transmitters.........34
▫General Information....................35
▫Transmitter Battery Service...............35

Security Alarm System — If Equipped.........36
▫ToSetTheAlarm ......................36
▫To Disarm The System...................37
▫Security System Manual Override...........37

Liftgate (Sedan).........................38

Deck Lid (Convertible)....................39
▫Power Deck Lid Release.................40

Emergency Seat Back Release (Sedan).........40
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Emergency Deck Lid Release Latch
(Convertible)...........................41

Power Windows........................42
▫Auto Down Feature....................43
▫Rear Window Switches..................44
▫Wind Buffeting........................44

Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................44
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts.....................45
▫Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage....51
▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure.....52
▫Seat Belt Pretensioners...................53
▫Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert)...........................54
▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women............55▫Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag............55
▫Child Restraint........................72

Occupant Restraints (Convertible)............80
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts.....................81
▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure.....86
▫Seat Belt Pretensioners...................87
▫Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert)...........................88
▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women............89
▫Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag............89
▫Child Restraint.......................105

Engine Break-In Recommendations..........113
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Safety Tips...........................114
▫Exhaust Gas.........................114
▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle .............................114▫Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle...................115
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can
be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask
your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe
place.
Ignition Key Removal
Automatic Transaxle
Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift
knob push button has returned to the out position. Turn
the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the key and
cylinder inward, rotate the key to the LOCK position, and
remove the key.
Vehicle KeyIgnition Key Position
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NOTE:If you try to remove the key before you place the
lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily
in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the
right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a
malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the
ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is
inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but
the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
WARNING!
Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger-
ous for a number of reasons. A child or others could
be injured. Children should be warned not to touch
the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector
lever. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Manual Transaxle—If Equipped
Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the
key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to the LOCK
position, and remove the key.
Locking Doors With The Key
You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn the
key forward. See Section 7 of this manual for door lock
lubrication.
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Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.
NOTE:With the driver’s door open, and the key in the
ignition, both the power door locks and Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) will not function.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho-
rized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine.
The system will shut the engine off after 2 seconds of
running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle. This
system utilizes ignition keys which have an electronic
chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys that
have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start
and operate the vehicle.
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be
armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic
regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked orunlocked. During normal operation, the Theft Alarm/
Immobilizer Light will come on for three (3) seconds
immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a
bulb check. Afterwards, if the bulb remains on, this
indicates a problem with the electronics.
If the bulb begins to flash after the bulb check, this
indicates that an invalid key has been used to start the
vehicle. Both of these conditions will result in the engine
being shut off after two (2) seconds of running.
Keep in mind that a key which has not been programmed
is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the
ignition lock cylinder for that vehicle.
If the Theft Alarm/Immobilizer Light comes on during
normal vehicle operation (vehicle has been running for
longer than 10 seconds), a fault has been detected in the
electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as
possible.
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NOTE:
•The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible
with remote starting systems. Use of these systems
may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of
security protection.
•Exxon/Mobil Speed Pass,™ additional Sentry Keys, or
any other transponder equipped components on the
same keychain willnotcause a key-related (transpon-
der) fault unless the additional part isphysically held
against the ignition keybeing used when starting the
vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics
will not cause interference with this system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it can
not be programmed to any other vehicle.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four digit PIN number. This number is required
for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may
be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the
Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure
consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle
electronics. A blank key is one which has never been
programmed.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the
dealer.
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