2010 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER immobilizer

disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage
the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it.
Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System —
If Equipped
This system prevents the key from being removed unless
the shift lever is in PARK and the shift knob pushbutton
is out. It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the
key is in the ON position and the brake pedal is
depressed.
SENTRY KEY— IF EQUIPPED
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho-
rized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine.
The system will shut the engine off after two seconds of
running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle. This
system utilizes ignition keys, which have an electronic
chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys that
have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start
and operate the vehicle. The Sentry Key
Immobilizer System does not need to be
armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic
regardless if the vehicle is locked or unlocked. During
normal operation, the Vehicle Security Light will come on
for three seconds immediately after the ignition switch is
turned on for a bulb check. Afterwards, if the bulb
remains on, this indicates a problem with the electronics.
If the bulb begins to flash after the bulb check, this
indicates that an invalid key has been used to start the
vehicle. Both of these conditions will result in the engine
being shut off after two seconds of running.
Keep in mind that an unprogrammed key is also consid-
ered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition lock
cylinder for that vehicle.
If the Vehicle Security Light comes on during normal
vehicle operation (when the vehicle has been running for
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longer than 10 seconds), a fault has been detected in the
electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as
possible by an authorized dealer.
NOTE:The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not
compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these
systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss
of security protection.
All of the keys provided with a new vehicle have been
programmed to that vehicle’s electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove Sentry Keys from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
This PIN is required for replacement of keys by an
authorized dealer. Duplication of keys must be per-
formed at an authorized dealer. This procedure consists
of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A
blank key is one which has never been programmed.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the
authorized dealer.
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Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 246
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............244,246
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 203
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 260
Head Restraints .......................... 89
Headlights Bulb Replacement ...................... 312
Cleaning ............................ 306
Dimmer Switch ....................... 103
On With Wipers ....................... 110
Switch .............................. 101
Heated Seats ............................ 90
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 248
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 115
Hood Release ........................... 99 Ignition
............................... 12
Key ................................ 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) .................15,19
Infant Restraint .......................... 64
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 159
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 82
Instrument Cluster .................... 141,143
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 140
Instrument Panel Cover ................304,307
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 307
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 308
Interior Appearance Care .................. 305
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 108
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 262
Jack Operation ....................... 262,265
Jacking Instructions ...................... 265
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Jump Starting.......................... 268
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) ................ 20
Keys ................................. 12
Lane Change Assist ...................... 104
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 36
Latches ................................ 77
Hood ............................... 99
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 237
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 77
Life of Tires ............................ 229
Liftgate (Sedan) .......................... 33
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 134
Light Bulbs ....................... 77,311,312Lights
.............................. 77,101
Airbag .......................... 61,75,153
Alarm .............................. 152
Anti-Lock ........................... 153
Back-Up ............................ 315
Brake Warning ........................ 150
Center Mounted Stop ................... 315
Daytime Running ...................... 104
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ............... 103
Engine Temperature Warning .............. 152
Exterior .............................. 77
Fog .......................... 103,152,314
Front Replacement ..................... 312
Headlight Switch ...................... 101
Headlights On With Wipers ............... 110
High Beam Indicator .................... 154
Instrument Cluster ..................... 101
Lights On Reminder .................... 102
Low Fuel ............................ 152
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Seat Belts (Sedan)........................ 34
Seats ................................. 85
Emergency Seat Back Release (Sedan) ........ 98
Folding Front Passenger .................. 88
Head Restraints ........................ 89
Heated .............................. 90
Lumbar Support ....................... 88
Power ............................... 86
Rear Folding ........................ 91,93
Rear Folding (Sedan) .................... 91
Removal ............................. 96
Tumbling Rear (Sedan) ................... 93
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 293
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) .................15,19
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Service and Maintenance .................. 320
Service Assistance ....................... 341
Service Contract ......................... 343 Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator)
.................... 148
Service Manuals ........................ 345
Setting the Clock ..................... 168,170
Settings, Personal ........................ 164
Severe Service .......................... 322
Shoulder Belts ........................... 36
Side Airbag ............................. 56
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) .......... 187
Signals, Turn ...................... 77,104,149
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 202
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 231
Snow Tires ............................ 231
Spare Tire .......................... 226,263
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........... 112,148
Speedometer ........................... 144
Speedometer and Odometer ................ 141
Starting ............................... 192
Automatic Transmission ................. 192
362 INDEX