2008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER headlight bulb

Move the Multi-Function Control Lever up or down and
the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to
show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal
lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever
partially up or down without moving beyond the detent.
If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a
very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light
bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is
moved, it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb is
defective.Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
Push the Multi-Function Control Lever away from you to
switch the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the Lever
toward you to switch the headlights back to Low beam.
Highbeam, Lowbeam, and Passing Lights
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22. Oil Pressure Light
Shows low engine oil pressure. The light will come
on and remain on when the ignition switch is
turned from the OFF to the ON position, and the light
will turn off after the engine is started. If the bulb does
not come on during starting, have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stop
the vehicle and shut off the engine.DO NOT OPERATE
THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED.
The light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine.
This can be determined using the procedure shown in
Section 7.
23. Airbag Light
The light comes on and remains on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light does notcome on during starting, stays on, or comes on while
driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
24. High Beam Indicator
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer-
ing wheel to switch the headlights from high or low
beam.
25. Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) or Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ButtonÐIf Equipped
Pushing this button will switch between the different
EVIC functions.
Press the CMTC reset button to scroll through sub menus
(i.e. Trip Functions: AVG. Fuel Economy, DTE, Elapsed
Time, and Units.
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

mBulb Replacement......................425
NHeadlights..........................425
NFront Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights . . 426
NFront Fog Lights Ð If Equipped...........426
NTail/Stop, And Rear Turn Signal Lights......427
NBack Up Lights.......................427NCenter High Mounted Stop Light..........428
mFluids And Capacities...................429
mFluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts........430
NEngine.............................430
NChassis............................431
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REPLACEMENT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS Ð Inside Bulb No.
Center Console Floor Lamp................. T37
Climate Controls......................6233137
Console Gear Selector...................PC194
Dome Light (sedan)......................T579
Dome Light / Sport Bar Lights (convertible)....T904
Instrument Cluster Illumination.............. 74
Overhead Reading Light (Overhead Console). . . T1037
Overhead Reading Light (Rearview Mirror).....T192
Rear Cargo............................T906
Visor Vanity.........................6501966
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.LIGHTS BULBS Ð Outside Bulb No.
Low Beam Headlight...................9006XS
High Beam Headlight...................9005XS
Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker
Light............................4157NAKX
Front Fog Light.........................9145
Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL) (Sedan)...................921±W16W
Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL) (Convertible).................... LED
Rear Tail/Stop..........................3157
Rear Turn Signal.......................3757A
Backup Light.....................3157-P27/7W
License Light........................... 168
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BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlights
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new headlight bulb with your
fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb
life.
1. Remove the headlight access cover splash shield,
located in the front wheel well opening.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.3. Rotate the socket to the left one quarter turn and
replace the bulb.
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Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights
1. Remove the headlight access cover splash shield,
located in the front wheel well opening.
2. Rotate the socket to the left one quarter turn to replace
and replace the bulb.
Front Fog Lights Ð If Equipped
1. Remove the fasteners attaching the lower splash
shield to gain access to the fog light.
2. Twist and remove the bulb from the fog light housing.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace bulb.
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Headlights
Bulb Replacement...................... 425
Cleaning............................ 415
High Beam........................189,234
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 189
Passing............................. 190
Switch.............................. 186
Heated Seats........................... 169
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 345
HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 197
Hood Release.......................... 183
Hoses.............................403,404
Ignition............................... 13
Key ................................. 13
Wiring System (Spark Plug Wires).......... 388
Ignition Key Removal..................... 13
Immobilizer (Sentry Key).................15,37Infant Restraint.......................73,107
Information Center, Vehicle................. 240
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 135
Instrument Cluster....................223,226
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 222
Instrument Panel Cover................413,415
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 416
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 419
Interior Appearance Care.................. 413
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 192
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 361
Jack Operation.......................360,363
Jacking Instructions...................... 363
Jump Starting.......................... 367
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
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Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System (Convertible)............ 30
Keyless Entry System (Sedan)................ 24
Keys................................. 13
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 230
Lap/Shoulder Belts.....................45,82
Latches
Hood............................... 183
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 337
Life of Tires............................ 327
Liftgate (Sedan).......................... 37
Light Bulbs.........................424,425
Lights............................. 117,184
Airbag......................70,104,116,234
Anti-Lock........................... 233
Back-Up............................. 427
Brake Warning........................ 231Center Mounted Stop................... 428
Daytime Running...................... 187
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 186
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 232
Fog ..........................188,233,426
Front Replacement..................... 425
Headlight Switch...................... 186
Headlights........................... 186
High Beam Indicator.................... 234
Instrument Cluster..................... 186
Lights On Reminder.................... 187
Low Fuel............................ 233
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 229
Map Reading......................184,185
Oil Pressure.......................... 234
Rear Servicing........................ 427
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 232
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 36
Service.............................. 425
478 INDEX