2008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER Owners Manual

Air Conditioning
Rotate this control to engage the
Air Conditioning. A lamp will il-
luminate when the Air Condition-
ing System is engaged
NOTE:The air conditioning compressor will not engage
until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds.
MAX A/C
To quickly cool the vehicle interior
follow the steps listed below:
1. Set the Temperature Control to Max Cool.
2. Set the Mode Control to Panel or Be-Level.
3. Press the Recirculation Button and the A/C Button.
4. Adjust the Fan Control to desired air flow setting.
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NOTE:
²Recirculation Mode will not operate in floor, mix or
defrost modes.
²See ªCirculation Controlº in this section, for proper or
extended use of this position.
Circulation Control
Rotate this control to choose be-
tween outside air intake or recir-
culation of the air inside the ve-
hicle. A lamp will illuminate when
you are in recirculate mode. Only
use the recirculate mode to tem-
porarily block out any outside
odors, smoke, or dust and to cool
the interior rapidly upon initial
start up in very hot or humid weather.NOTE:Continuous use of the recirculate mode may
make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may
occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
In cold or damp weather, the use of the Recirculate
position will cause windows to fog on the inside because
of moisture build up inside the vehicle. For defogging,
select the Outside Air position.
NOTE:Recirculation Mode will not operate in floor, mix
or defrost modes.
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Operating Tips
Control Settings Chart
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Window Fogging
Vehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mild
rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, use the
A/C, PANEL and blower controls. Direct the panel
outlets toward the side windows. Do not use recirculate
without A/C for long periods as fogging may occur.
Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re-
moved by using the defrost position.
If the fogging problem persists, clean the inside window
surfaces. The cause of undue fogging may be dirt collect-
ing on the inside surface of the glass
NOTE:In cold weather, the use of the recirculate
position will cause windows to fog on the inside because
of moisture build up inside the vehicle. For maximum
defogging, use the Outside Air position.
Summer Operation
Vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze
coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to
raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection
against overheating. A 50% concentration is recom-
mended.
Outside Air Intake
When operating the system, make sure the air intake,
directly in front of the windshield, is free of ice, slush,
snow or other obstructions such as leaves. Leaves col-
lected in the air-intake plenum may reduce air flow and
plug the plenum water drains.
The blower air will heat faster in cold weather if you use
only a low blower speed for the first few minutes of
vehicle operation.
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Side Window Demisters
A side window demister outlet is at each end of the
instrument panel. These nonadjustable outlets direct air
toward the side windows when the system is in either the
FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode. The air is directed at
the area of the windows through which you view the
outside mirrors.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
mStarting Procedures.....................291
NAutomatic Transaxle...................291
NManual Transaxle.....................292
NNormal Starting......................292
NExtremely Cold Weather (Below220ÉF Or
229ÉC).............................292
NIf The Engine Fails To Start..............293
NAfter Starting........................293
NTurbocharger9Cool-Down9...............293mAutomatic Transaxle Ð If Equipped.........294
NBrake/Transmission Interlock System.......295
NAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock
System.............................295
NFour-Speed Automatic Transaxle...........296
NReset Mode.........................296
NGear Ranges For The Four-Speed Automatic
Transaxle...........................297
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mAutoStick Ð If Equipped.................299
NAutoStick Operation...................300
NAutoStick General Information............300
mManual Transaxle Operation Ð If Equipped....301
N2.4 Liter Turbo Ð If Equipped............303
NManual Transaxle Ð Recommended Shift
Speeds.............................304
NDownshifting........................304
mParking Brake.........................305
mBrake System..........................307
NAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Ð
If Equipped.........................308
mPower Steering........................310
mTraction Control System Ð If Equipped.......311mTire Safety Information...................313
NTire Markings........................313
NTire Identification Number (TIN)..........316
NTire Loading And Tire Pressure...........317
mTires Ð General Information...............321
NTire Pressure.........................321
NTire Inflation Pressures.................322
NRadial Ply Tires......................324
NCompact Spare Tire Ð If Equipped.........325
NLimited-Use Spare Ð If Equipped.........325
NTire Spinning........................326
NTread Wear Indicators..................327
NLife Of Tire.........................327
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