2008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER headlamp

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (SEDAN)
This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and
liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances a
minimum of 66 feet (20 meters) using a hand held radio
transmitter. The transmitter need not be pointed at the
vehicle to activate the system.NOTE:The line of transmission must not be blocked
with metal objects.
TO UNLOCK THE DOORS AND LIFTGATE:
Press and release the UNLOCK button on the keyfob
once to unlock only the driver's door or twice to unlock
all the doors and liftgate. When the UNLOCK button is
pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, and the
parking lights will flash on twice. The time for this
feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to
ªTurn Headlamps on with Remote Key Unlockº under
ªPersonal Settingsº in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) section of this manual for details.
NOTE:The system can also be programmed to unlock
all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button. On
electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) equipped
vehicles refer to ªRemote Unlock Driver's Door 1stº
Three Button Key
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TO UNLOCK THE DOORS:
Press and release the UNLOCK button on the keyfob
once to unlock only the driver's door or twice to unlock
all the doors and liftgate. When the UNLOCK button is
pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, and the
parking lights will flash on twice. The time for this
feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to
ªTurn Headlamps on with Remote Key Unlockº under
ªPersonal Settingsº in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) section of this manual for details.
NOTE:The system can also be programmed to unlock
all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button. On
electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) equipped
vehicles refer to ªRemote Unlock Driver's Door 1stº
under ªPersonal Settingsº in the EVIC section of this
manual. On non EVIC ± equipped vehicles perform the
following steps:The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors
upon the first UNLOCK button press by using the
following procedure:
1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed
keyfob.
2. Continue to hold the LOCK button at least four
seconds, but not longer than ten seconds, then press and
hold the UNLOCK button. A single chime will sound to
indicate that this feature has changed.
3. Release both buttons at the same time.
4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by
pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the keyfob.
NOTE:Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob while
you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security
Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated
will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button
to deactivate the Security Alarm.
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Multi-Function Control Lever
The Multi-Function Control Lever controls the operation
of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight
beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior
lights, the passing lights, and fog lights. The lever is
located on the left side of the steering column.
Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights
Turn the end of the Multi-Function Control Lever to the
first detent for parking light operation. Turn to the
second detent for headlight operation.
Headlamp Control
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When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the following
messages.
²Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime)
²Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
²Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
²Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single
chime)
²Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single
chime)
²RKE Battery Low (with a single chime)
²Personal Settings Not Available ± Vehicle Not in (au-
tomatic transmissions) or vehicle is in motion (manual
transmissions).
²Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a single
chime if speed is above 1 mph)
²Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more, with a single
chime if speed is above 1 mph)
²Door (S) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in
motion)
²Trunk Ajar (with a single chime)
²Headlamps On
²Key In Ignition
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Auto Unlock On Exit
When ON is selected all the vehicle's doors will unlock
when the driver's door is opened if the vehicle is stopped
(manual transmissions) or the vehicle is stopped and the
transmission is in PARK or NEUTRAL position (auto-
matic transmissions). Press and hold the EVIC button
when in this display until ON or OFF appears to make
your selection.
Remote Unlock Driver's Door 1st
WhenDRIVER'S DOOR 1stis selected only the driver's
door will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless
entry unlock button and require a second press to unlock
the remaining locked doors. WhenREMOTE UNLOCK
ALL DOORSis selected all of the doors will unlock at
the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock button.
Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until
DRIVER'S DOOR 1st or ALL DOORS appears to make
your selection.
Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock
When ON is selected a short horn sound will occur when
the remote keyless entry LOCK button is pressed. This
feature may be selected with or without the flash lights
on LOCK/UNLOCK feature. Press and hold the EVIC
button when in this display until ON or OFF appears to
make your selection.
Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock
When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will
flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the
remote keyless entry transmitter. This feature may be
selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature
selected. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this
display until ON or OFF appears to make your selection.
Delay Turning Headlamps Off
When this feature is selected the driver can choose to
have the headlamps remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
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when exiting the vehicle. Press and hold the EVIC button
when in this display until 0, 30, 60, or 90 appears to make
your selection.
Headlamps On With Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When ON is selected and the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The
headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned
off if they were turned on by this feature. Press and hold
the EVIC button when in this display until ON or OFF
appears to make your selection.
NOTE:Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to ªLightsº in this section.
Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, hands±free system, DVD video system,power sunroof, and power outlets will remain active for
up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned
off. Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. Press
and hold the EVIC button when in this display until
ªOffº, ª45 sec.º, ª5 min.º, or ª10 min.º appears to make
your selection.
Turn Headlamps on with Remote Key Unlock
When this feature is selected the headlamps will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until
ªOFFº, ª30 sec.º, ª60 sec.º, or ª90 sec.º appears to make
your selection.
Confirmation of Voice Commands Ð If Equipped
When ON is selected all voice commands from the
U-ConnectŸ system are confirmed. Press and hold the
EVIC button when in this display until ON or OFF
appears to make your selection.
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INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)
CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
27 10 Amp RedIGN RUN
Only ORC
Feed
28 10 Amp RedIGN RUN
ORC/OCM
Feed
29 EMPTY
3020 Amp Yel-
lowHeated
Seats
31 10 Amp RedHeadlamp
Washer Re-
lay Control
3230 Amp
PinkENG ASD
Control
Feed 1INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)
CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
33 10 Amp RedABS MOD/
J1962
Conn/PCM
3430 Amp
PinkABS Valve
Feed
3540 Amp
GreenABS Pump
Feed
3630 Amp
PinkHeadlamp
Washer
Control
3725 Amp
NaturalSpare
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