2009 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER battery

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CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 2.4L ............. 307
 Engine Compartment — 2.4L Turbo ........ 308
 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 309
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... 309
 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs ............................ 309
 Replacement Parts ..................... 311
 Dealer Service ........................ 311 
Maintenance Procedures ................. 312
▫ Engine Oil ......................... 312
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... 316
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... 316
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .............. 317
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 318
▫ Body Lubrication .................... 319
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 320
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ................. 320
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir7 — Battery
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Automatic Transaxle Dipstick
3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 — Engine Oil Fill
5 — Power Distribution Center 11 — Coolant Pressure Cap
6 — Air Cleaner Filter
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L TURBO
1 — Engine Oil Fill6 — Battery
2 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick
3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap
5 — Air Cleaner Filter
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Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when
the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is
ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
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 OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is not readyand you should
not proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the
engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system
is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
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Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high-quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high-quality filter and are
recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.7
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CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked posi-
tive (+) and negative (-) and identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion. Apply grease
to posts and clamps after tightening.
•If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in
the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables
before connecting the charger to battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage as
battery damage can result.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
15 50 Amp Red RAD Fan
Relay
Battery Feed
16 15 Amp Lt.
BlueIGN Run/
Acc Cigar
Ltr/Sunroof
17 10 Amp Red IOD Feed
CVT Mod/
Mod_Wcm
18 40 Amp
Green ASD Relay
Contact
Feed
19 20 Amp
YellowPWR Amp
1 & Amp 2
Feed
20 15 Amp Lt.
BlueIOD Feed
RadioCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
21 10 Amp Red IOD Feed
Intrus
Mod/Siren
22 10 Amp Red IGN RUN
Hvac/
Compass
Sensor
23 15 Amp Lt.
BlueENG ASD
Relay Feed
3
24 25 Amp
NaturalPWR
Sunroof
Feed
25 10 Amp Red Heated
Mirror
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CAUTION!
•When installing the Integrated Power Module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the Integrated Power
Module, and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than
21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your
battery.
•Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution
Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS — InteriorBulb No.
Center Console Floor Lamp ................. T37
Climate Controls ...................... 6233137
Console Gear Selector ................... PC194
Dome Light (Sedan) ...................... T579
Instrument Cluster Illumination ............... 74
Overhead Reading Light (Overhead Console) . . . T1037
Overhead Reading Light (Rearview Mirror) .....T192
Rear Cargo ............................ T906
Visor Vanity ......................... 6501966
All the interior bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.
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