2009 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER radio

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the
instrument panel, below the radio.Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional
turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic
of an emergency. Press the switch a second time to turn
off the Hazard Warning flasher. Do not use this emergency warning system when the
vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled
and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the
Hazard Warning flasher will continue to operate with the
ignition key removed and the vehicle locked.
NOTE:
With extended use, the Hazard Warning flasher
may wear down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
•On the highways — Slow down.
•In city traffic — While stopped, put transaxle in
NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.
Hazard Warning Switch
292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry
such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an
inadvertent electrical contact.
2. When boosting from a battery in another vehicle, park
that vehicle within booster cable reach but without
letting the vehicles touch. Set parking brake, place auto-
matic transaxle in PARK (manual transaxle in NEU-
TRAL) and turn ignition to OFF for both vehicles.
3. Turn off the heater, radio and all unnecessary electrical
loads.
4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive
terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of
the jumper cable to the positive terminal of the dis-
charged battery.WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth-
ing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching
clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If
acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the contami-
nated area immediately with large quantities of
water.
•A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away
from the vent holes. Do not use a booster battery
or any other booster source with an output that
exceeds 12-Volts.
5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal
of the booster battery and then to the negative terminal of
the discharged battery. Make sure you have a good
contact.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 301

Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive-type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters, or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instruments that may
scratch the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirror,
spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do
not spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
Instrument Panel Cover
The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface,
which minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not
use protectants or other products which may cause
undesirable reflections. Use soap and warm water to
restore the low glare surface.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft tissue.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339

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
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 244
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 325
Adding Fuel ........................... 274
Additives, Fuel ......................... 272
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 316
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 318
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 213
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 219
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............318,319
Air Conditioning System ................213,318
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 257
Airbag ................................ 45
Airbag Deployment ....................... 56
Airbag Light ....................... 59,73,173
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 58
Airbag, Side ............................ 54
Alarm Light ........................... 172
Alarm, Panic ............................ 23
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle
............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 211
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........324,325,349,350
Capacities ........................... 349
Disposal ............................ 327
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 244
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 172
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Appearance Care ........................ 334
Assistance Towing ........................ 96
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 32
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 29
Automatic Transaxle ..............12,224,229,331
Adding Fluid ......................... 331
Filter ............................... 333
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 333
Fluid Level Check ..................... 331
Interlock System ..................... 15,230
Reset Mode .......................... 231
390 INDEX

Onboard Diagnostic System................ 309
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 136
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Air Intake ....................... 220
Overdrive ............................. 233
Overheating, Engine ................... 164,292
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,385
Paint Care ............................. 334
Panel Rear Shelf ........................ 149
Panic Alarm ............................ 23
Parking Brake .......................... 241
Passing Light ........................... 130
Personal Settings ........................ 181
Pets .................................. 70
Phone, Cellular .......................... 82
Phone, Hands-Free (uconnect) ............... 82
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 252Power
Door Locks ........................... 28
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 145
Seats ............................... 111
Steering .......................... 240,241
Sunroof ............................. 143
Windows ............................. 31
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 45
Preparation for Jacking .................... 296
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ 43
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 181
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 23
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 259
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 326
Radio Operation ................... 187,201,213
Radio, Satellite (uconnect studios)........... 209
400 INDEX

Radio (Sound Systems).................187,201
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) ...................... 33
Rear Seat, Folding ..................... 1 16,118
Rear Seat Removal ....................... 120
Rear Shelf Panel ........................ 149
Rear Window ........................... 33
Rear Window Defroster ................... 154
Rear Window Features .................... 154
Rear Wiper/Washer ...................... 155
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 60
Recreational Towing ...................... 290
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 270
Refrigerant ............................ 319
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 44
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) ............... 20
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 344
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 311
Replacement Tires ....................... 262 Reporting Safety Defects
................... 384
Restraints, Child ....................... 62,68
Restraints, Infant ......................... 62
Rotation, Tires .......................... 264
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 72
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 73
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 384
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 71
Safety Information, Tire ................... 248
Safety Tips ............................. 71
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 211
Satellite Radio (uconnect studios)........... 209
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 354
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 340
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 44
Seat Belts .............................. 72
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 43
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 43
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INDEX 401

INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENT
Special design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
The negative power connection should be made to body
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
ence between the communications equipment and the
vehicle’s electronic systems.