2007 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER maintenance schedule

At Each Stop for Fuel
²Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transaxle and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
²Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
²Check the automatic transaxle fluid level.
²Check the manual transaxle fluid level and fill plug
condition.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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SCHEDULE ªBºÐALL ENGINES
Follow schedule ªBºÐAll Engines if you usually operate
your vehicle under one or more of the following condi-
tions.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every
60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually
operated under one or more of the conditions marked
with anL.
Change the manual transaxle fluid every 48,000 miles
(80 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one
or more of the conditions marked with an ².
²Day and night temperatures are below 32É F (0É C).
²Stop and go driving.
²Extensive engine idling.
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km).
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90É F (32É C).
²Trailer towing.²L
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).²L
²Off-road or desert operation.
²If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first, and follow schedule ªBÐAll
Enginesº of the9Maintenance Schedules9section of this
manual.
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NOTE:IFANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow
schedule ªBÐAll Enginesº of the9Maintenance Sched-
ules9section of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, and your vehicle is
equipped with a Non±Turbo Charged Engine then
change your engine oil at every interval shown onschedule ªAºÐNON TURBO in the maintenance sched-
ule section of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, and your vehicle is
equipped with a Turbo Charged Engine change your
engine oil at every interval shown on schedule
ªAºÐTURBO in the maintenance schedule section of this
manual.
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Miles 138,000 141,000 144,000 147,000 150,000
(Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re-
placed at 3 months.XXXXX
Rotate tires. X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.*X
Replace the spark plugs.X
Change the manual transaxle fluid.² X
Replace theMake-up air filter.X
Inspect thePCV valve and replace if necessary.*³ X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner, but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
² This maintenance is required only for police, taxi,
limousine type operation, or trailer towing.LThis maintenance is required only for police, taxi,
limousine type operation, or trailer towing.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
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Miles144,000 150,000
(Kilometers)(240 000) (250 000)
[Months][144] [150]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X
Rotate tires.XX
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if necessary. * ³ X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
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Miles 110,000 115,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (177 000) (185 000) (193 000)
[Month] [132] [138] [144]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Rotate tires. X X X
Inspect thePCV Valveand replace if necessary. * X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs and ignition cables.X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
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Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 181
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 228
Fog ..........................183,229,407
Front Replacement..................... 406
Headlight Switch...................... 182
Headlights........................... 182
High Beam Indicator.................... 230
Instrument Cluster..................... 182
Lights On Reminder.................... 183
Low Fuel............................ 229
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 226
Map Reading......................180,181
Oil Pressure.......................... 229
Rear Servicing........................ 407
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 228
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 36
Service.............................. 406
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 228
Traction Control....................... 301Turn Signal..................181,184,226,407
Voltage............................. 228
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 224
Loading Vehicle......................... 328
Tires ............................... 306
Locks
Child Protection........................ 22
Door................................ 18
Power Door........................... 20
Steering Wheel......................... 18
Lubrication, Body....................... 379
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 213
Lumbar Support........................ 162
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 375
Maintenance, General..................... 367
Maintenance Procedures................... 367
Maintenance Schedule
Schedule ªAº-Non Turbo................. 428
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Schedule ªAº-Turbo.................... 433
Schedule ªBº......................... 417
Schedule ªBº-All Engines................ 417
Maintenance Schedules.................... 414
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 226,365
Manual Override, Convertible Top.........130,356
Manual, Service......................... 444
Manual Transaxle..................281,290,393
Downshifting......................... 293
Fluid Level Check...................... 393
Frequency of Fluid Change............... 393
Lubricant Selection..................... 393
Map/Reading Lights..................180,181
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 388
Mirrors............................... 131
Electric Remote....................... 133
Outside............................. 132
Rearview............................ 131
Vanity.............................. 133Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Mopar Parts.........................366,443
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 181
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 112
Occupant Classification System (OCS).......... 60
Occupant Restraints (Convertible)............. 80
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................. 45
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 321
Odometer............................. 225
Trip .............................225,230
Oil, Engine.........................368,410
Capacity............................ 410
Change Interval....................... 369
Checking............................ 368
Disposal............................ 371
Filter............................... 371
Identification Logo..................... 370
INDEX 459
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