2008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER Owners Manual

REAR WINDOW FEATURES
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.
CAUTION!
To avoid damaging the electrical conductors, do not
use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the rear window.
Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm
water.
Rear Wiper/Washer Switch (Sedan Models Only)
Ð If Equipped
A switch on the right side of the steering column controls
operation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rotating
the center of the switch forward to the ON position will
activate the wiper. Rotating the center of the switch all
the way forward will turn on the wash function. The
Rear Defroster Switch
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wash pump will continue to operate as long as the button
is pressed. Upon release, the wipers will cycle two times
before returning to the set position.If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned
OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the ªParkº
position if power accessory delay is active. Power acces-
sory delay can be cancelled by opening the door, if this
happens the rear wiper will stop at its current position
and will not go to park.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the
rear window washer (if equipped) is shared. It is located
in the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger
side and should be checked for fluid level at regular
intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer sol-
vent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for
a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
06 Rear Wiper Switch
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstrument Panel Features.................222
mInstrument ClusterÐBase.................223
mInstrument ClusterÐPremium..............224
mInstrument ClusterÐTurbo................225
mInstrument Cluster Descriptions............226
mCompass Mini Trip Computer (CMTC) Ð If
Equipped............................235
NCompass Mini Trip Computer Reset Button . . . 235
NCompass/Temperature Display...........236NOdometer Display.....................239
NTrip Odometer (ODO)..................239
mElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ± If
Equipped............................240
NEVIC Functions.......................242
NCompass/Temperature/Audio............243
NAverage Fuel Economy.................243
NDistance To Empty (DTE)...............243
NElapsed Time........................2444

NTire Pressure Monitor (TPM).............244
NPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................244
mSetting The Analog Clock.................250
mRadio General Information................250
NRadio Broadcast Signals.................250
NTwo Types Of Signals..................250
NElectrical Disturbances..................251
NAM Reception.......................251
NFM Reception........................251
mSales Code REF Ð AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands
Free Phone Capability...................251
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......252NOperating Instructions - CD Mode.........255
NOperating Instructions - Auxiliary Mode.....257
NOperating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone Ð
If Equipped.........................258
NOperating Instructions - Satellite Radio Ð If
Equipped...........................258
mSales Code RAQ ± AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio
With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands-Free Phone,
And Video Entertainment Systems (VESŸ)
Capabilities...........................259
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......259
NOperating Instructions - (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................265
NLoad/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio
Play)..............................266
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NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............268
NOperating Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
Audio Play).........................270
NLoad/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 271
mSatellite Radio Ð If Equipped..............273
NSystem Activation.....................273
NElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)....................273
NSelecting Satellite Mode In REF, And RAQ,
Radios.............................274
NSelecting a Channel....................274
NStoring And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......275NUsing The PTY (Program Type) Button (If
Equipped)..........................275
NPTY Button9Scan9.....................275
NPTY Button9Seek9.....................276
NSatellite Antenna......................276
NReception Quality.....................276
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............277
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones........277
mClimate Controls.......................277
NClimate Controls......................277
NOperating Tips.......................283
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 - Air Vent 5 - Radio 9 - TRAC Off 13 - Hazard Lights
2 - Instrument Cluster 6 - Assist Handle 10 - Climate Controls 14 - Rear Window Defroster*
3 - Power Windows 7 - Glove Compartment 11 - Storage Cubby 15 - Power Convertible Top
4 - Analog Clock 8 - Heated Seats* 12 - Pass Airbag Off 16 - Side Mirror Control*
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTERÐBASE
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTERÐPREMIUM
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