2008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER key battery

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
The flasher switch is located on the instrument
panel, below the radio. Depress the switch and
both cluster indicators and all front and rear
directional signals will flash. Depress the
switch again to turn Hazard Warning Flashers off.
Do not use this emergency warning system when the
vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled
and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the
flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition
key removed and the vehicle locked.
NOTE:With extended use, the flasher may wear down
your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
²On the highways Ð Slow down.
²In city traffic Ð While stopped, put transaxle in
neutral, but do not increase engine idle speed.
If the pointer rises to theH(red) mark, the instrument
cluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stop the vehicle
with the engine at idle, when safe. Turn off the air
conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into
Hazard Warning Switch
358 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow
battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Don't
lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the
clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in eyes or
on skin, flush the contaminated area immediately
with large quantities of water.
A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away from
the vent holes. Do not use a booster battery or any
other booster source with an output that exceeds 12
volts.
5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal
of the booster battery and then to the negative terminal of
the discharged battery. Make sure you have a good
contact.6. If the vehicle is equipped with Sentry Key Immobi-
lizer, turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 3
seconds before moving the ignition switch to the START
position.
7. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the
engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
8. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the se-
quence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
ACCELERATION
Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip-
pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati-
cally to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when
there is a difference in the surface traction under the front
(driving) wheels.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369
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Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle's OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb
check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFFthe ignition key or start the engine. This means that
your vehicle's OBD II system isnot readyand you
shouldnotproceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition key or start
the engine. This means that your vehicle's OBD II
system isready, and you can proceed to the I/M
station.
If your OBD II system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle's OBD II system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL is illuminated during
normal vehicle operation, you should have your vehicle
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Shifting............................. 297
Special Additives...................... 410
Autostick............................. 299
Back-Up Lights......................... 427
Ball Joints............................. 395
Battery............................... 392
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE).....29,35
Belts, Drive............................ 388
Belts, Engine........................... 390
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 395
Boot, Convertible Top..................128,132
B-Pillar Location........................ 317
Brake Fluid............................ 431
Brake, Parking.......................... 305
Brake System........................307,404
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 308
Fluid Check.......................... 406
Hoses.............................. 404Master Cylinder....................... 406
Parking............................. 305
Warning Light........................ 231
Brakes.............................307,404
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 295
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle....... 115
Bulb Replacement.....................424,425
Bulbs, Light............................ 424
Calibration, Compass...............238,247,248
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 429
Capacities, Fluid........................ 429
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 340
Oil (Engine)....................378,379,387
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 400
Car Washes............................ 411
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 339
INDEX 471
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Trailer Towing.......................... 343
Cooling System Tips.................... 355
Hitches............................. 345
Minimum Requirements................. 349
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 348
Wiring.............................. 353
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 347
Trailer Weight.......................... 347
Transaxle............................. 294
Additives............................ 410
Automatic....................13,291,294,408
Autostick............................ 299
Filter............................... 409
Maintenance.......................... 408
Manual........................14,292,301
Operation........................... 294
Overdrive........................... 298
Transmission
Range Indicator....................... 227Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)...............................29,35
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 197
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)...............................27,33
Transporting Pets......................80,114
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 327
Trip Computer.......................... 235
Trip Odometer.......................... 229
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 230
Trunk Lid, Deck Lid (Convertible)............. 39
Tumbling Rear Seat (Convertible)............ 177
Tumbling Rear Seat (Sedan)................ 175
Turbo Cool Down....................... 293
Turn Signals.........................189,230
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone)............. 138
Understanding Your Instrument Panel......... 222
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 467
486 INDEX

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
IGNITION KEY REMOVALLOCKING DOORS WITH A KEYKEY-IN-IGNITION REMINDERSENTRY KEY - IF EQUIPPED Replacement KeysSentry Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering
WheelTo Release The Steering Wheel LockAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock SystemDOOR LOCKS MANUAL DOOR LOCKSPOWER DOOR LOCKS - IF EQUIPPEDCHILD PROTECTION DOOR LOCK SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPEDREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (SEDAN)
TO UNLOCK THE DOORS AND LIFTGATETO LOCK THE DOORS AND LIFTGATE - IF EQUIPPED WITH POWER OPTIONSPANIC ALARMTO TURN OFF FLASH LIGHTS WITH LOCKTO PROGRAM ADDITIONAL TRANSMITTERSGENERAL INFORMATION
TRANSMITTER BATTERY SERVICEREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (CONVERTIBLE) TO UNLOCK THE DOORSTO LOCK THE DOORSTO UNLATCH THE DECK LIDPANIC ALARMTO TURN OFF FLASH LIGHTS WITH LOCKTO PROGRAM ADDITIONAL TRANSMITTERS
GENERAL INFORMATIONTRANSMITTER BATTERY SERVICESECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED To set the alarmTo disarm the systemSecurity System Manual OverrideLIFTGATE (SEDAN) Opening The Liftgate While the Security Alarm Is ActivatedDECK LID
(CONVERTIBLE) POWER DECK LID RELEASE (Convertible)EMERGENCY SEAT BACK RELEASE (SEDAN) EMERGENCY DECK LID RELEASE LATCH (CONVERTIBLE) POWER WINDOWS AUTO DOWN FEATUREREAR WINDOW SWITCHESWIND BUFFETING
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS (SEDAN) LAP/SHOULDER BELTSLAP/SHOULDER SEAT BELT UNTWISTING PROCEDUREADJUSTABLE UPPER SHOULDER SEAT BELT ANCHORAGESEAT BELT PRETENSIONERSENHANCED SEAT BELT REMINDER SYSTEM
(BELTALERT) SEAT BELTS AND PREGNANT WOMENDRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) AIRBAGCHILD RESTRAINTOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS (CONVERTIBLE) LAP/SHOULDER BELTSLAP/SHOULDER SEAT BELT
UNTWISTING PROCEDURESEAT BELT PRETENSIONERSENHANCED SEAT BELT REMINDER SYSTEM (BELTALERT) SEAT BELTS AND PREGNANT WOMENDRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)CHILD RESTRAINT
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Exhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONVERTIBLE TOP
OPERATION To Lower The TopTo Raise The TopConvertible Top Boot Cover Installation-If EquippedConvertible Top Boot Cover Removal and StorageCONVERTIBLE TOP MANUAL OVERRIDEMIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror - If EquippedOutside Mirror-Drivers Side
Outside Mirror-Passengers SideElectric Remote-Control Mirrors - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If EquippedSun Visor Sliding FeatureHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationsPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System Features
Advanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your UConnect SystemGeneral InformationSEATS FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENTPOWER SEAT ADJUSTER -IF EQUIPPEDMANUAL LUMBAR - IF EQUIPPEDFOLDING FRONT PASSENGER SEAT - IF
EQUIPPEDDRIVERS SEAT BACK TILT - IF EQUIPPEDPASSENGER SEAT BACK TILT (EASY ENTRY SYSTEM) - CONVERTIBLEADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTSHEATED SEATS - IF EQUIPPEDFOLDING REAR SEAT (SEDAN)FOLDING REAR SEAT
(CONVERTIBLE)TUMBLING REAR SEAT (SEDAN)TUMBLING REAR SEAT (CONVERTIBLE)REAR SEAT REMOVAL (SEDAN)TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Map/Reading Lights (Sedan)Map/Reading Lights (Convertible)Multi-Function Control Lever
Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel LightsDaytime Running Lights (DRL) - If EquippedLights-on ReminderFog Lights - If Equipped Turn Signals Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch Passing LightWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield WashersMist
Feature Windshield Wiper OperationIntermittent Wiper SystemTILT STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED To ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary The Speed SettingManual TransaxleTo Accelerate
For PassingGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED PROGRAMMING HOMELINKGATE OPERATOR/CANADIAN PROGRAMMINGUSING HOMELINKREPROGRAMMING A SINGLE HOMELINK BUTTONSECURITYTROUBLESHOOTING TIPSGENERAL
INFORMATIONPOWER SUNROOF (SEDAN ONLY) - IF EQUIPPED Express Open FeatureWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCONSOLE FEATURES STORAGE Center Console/Armrest Storage
Bin Storage PocketsREAR SHELF PANEL- IF EQUIPPED Position 1 (Top)Position 2 (Middle)Position 3 (Floor)Position 4 (Vertical)Position 5 (table)ROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED REAR WINDOW FEATURES Electric Rear Window Defroster Rear Wiper/Washer
Switch (Sedan Models Only) - If EquippedAdding Washer FluidUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER-BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER-PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER-TURBO INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS COMPASS MINI TRIP COMPUTER (CMTC) - IF EQUIPPED Compass Mini Trip Computer Reset ButtonCompass/Temperature DisplayOdometerDisplayTrip Odometer (ODO)ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - If
Equipped EVIC Functions Compass/Temperature/AudioAverage Fuel EconomyDistance To Empty (DTE)Elapsed TimeTire Pressure Monitor (TPM)PersonalSettings (Customer Programmable Features)SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE REF - AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO AND HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
Operating Instructions - CD ModeOperating Instructions - Auxiliary ModeOperating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone - If EquippedOperating Instructions - Satellite Radio - If EquippedSALES CODE RAQ - AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO,
HANDS-FREE PHONE, AND VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS (VES) CAPABILITIES Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperating Instructions - (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)Notes On Playing MP3 FilesOperating
Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED System ActivationElectronic SerialNumber/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, and RAQ, RadiosSelecting
a ChannelStoring and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsUsing the PTY (Program Type) Button (if equipped)PTY Button SCANPTY Button SEEKSatellite AntennaReception QualityCD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE
CONTROLS Climate ControlsOperating Tips STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEMANUAL TRANSAXLENORMAL STARTINGEXTREMELY COLD WEATHER (BELOW -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)IF THE ENGINE FAILS
TO STARTAFTER STARTINGTURBOCHARGER COOL-DOWN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE - IF EQUIPPED BRAKE/TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK SYSTEMAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEMFOUR-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLERESET
MODEGEAR RANGES FOR THE FOUR-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEAUTOSTICK - IF EQUIPPED AUTOSTICK OperationAUTOSTICK General InformationMANUAL TRANSAXLE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED 2.4 LITER TURBO - IF EQUIPPED MANUAL
TRANSAXLE - RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDSDownshiftingPARKING BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) - IF EQUIPPEDPOWER STEERING TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings
Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresRadial Ply TiresCompact Spare Tire - If EquippedLimited-Use Spare - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of Tire
Replacement TiresAlignment and BalanceTIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED BASESYSTEM - IF EQUIPPEDGENERAL INFORMATIONFUEL REQUIREMENTS -
GASOLINE ENGINES 2.4L AND 2.4L STANDARD TURBO ENGINESREFORMULATED GASOLINEGASOLINE/OXYGENATE BLENDSMMT IN GASOLINEMATERIALS ADDED TO FUELFUELSYSTEM CAUTIONSCARBON MONOXIDE WARNINGSADDING FUEL Fuel
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageVEHICLE LOADING TRAILER TOWING COMMON TOWING DEFINITIONSTRAILER HITCH CLASSIFICATIONTRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)TRAILER AND TONGUE WEIGHT
TOWING REQUIREMENTSTOWING TIPSRECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat towing with all fourwheels on the ground)WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR
ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING JACK LOCATIONSPARE TIRE STOWAGEPREPARATIONS FOR JACKINGJACKING INSTRUCTIONS JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES DUE TO A LOW BATTERY DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ACCELERATIONTRACTIONFREEING A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition KeyWithout The Ignition KeyCONVERTIBLE TOP MANUAL OVERRIDE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2.4L TURBO ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.4L ENGINE
COMPARTMENT ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS AUTHORIZED DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ENGINE OILDRIVE
BELTS - CHECK CONDITION AND TENSIONSPARK PLUGSIGNITION WIRING SYSTEMCATALYTIC CONVERTERENGINE TIMING BELTCRANKCASE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMFUEL FILTERAIR CLEANER ELEMENT (AIR FILTER)MAINTENANCE-FREE
BATTERYAIR CONDITIONER MAINTENANCEPOWER STEERING - FLUID CHECKFRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTSSTEERING LINKAGEBODY LUBRICATIONWINDSHIELD WIPER BLADESWINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIREXHAUST SYSTEMCOOLING
SYSTEMHOSES AND VACUUM/VAPOR HARNESSESFUEL SYSTEM CONNECTIONSBRAKE SYSTEMAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEMANUAL TRANSAXLEAPPEARANCE CARE AND PROTECTIONFROM CORROSIONCONVERTIBLE TOP CARE WashingGeneral
CleaningCloth Top Additional Cleaning ProcedureCloth Top ProtectionWeather Strip CareINTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM) VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT HeadlightsFront Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker LightsFront Fog Lights
- If EquippedTail/Stop, and Rear Turn Signal LightsBack Up Lights Center High Mounted Stop LightFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS ENGINECHASSISMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE B-ALL ENGINESSCHEDULE A-NON TURBOSCHEDULE A-TURBOIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment
Prepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer CenterDaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer CenterIn Mexico contactCustomer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)Service
ContractWARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington, D.CIn CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY
GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX