2010 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER ignition

KEY FOB
Locking And Unlocking The
Doors/Liftgate
• Press the LOCK button once to lock all thedoors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK
button once to unlock the driver’s door
only and twice within five seconds to
unlock all the doors and liftgate.
• All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the UNLOCK button.
Refer to Programmable Features in this
guide.
WARNING!
Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A
child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the
parking brake, brake pedal, or the shift lever. Do not leave the key in the ignition. A
child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Panic Alarm
• Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.
• Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to turn the
panic alarm off.
THEFT ALARM
To Arm
• Press the Key Fob LOCK button or the power door lock switch while the door isopen.
To Disarm
• Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button and turn the ignition to the ON position.
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PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - If Equipped
• Press the EVIC button, located below the speedometer, until Personal Settings isdisplayed on the EVIC. Use the EVIC button to select one of the following, then
press and hold the EVIC button to select either “ON” or “OFF”.
• Language • Key-Off Power Delay
• Auto Door Locks • Display Units of Measure In
• Auto Unlock On Exit • Confirmation of Voice Commands
• Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock • Automatic Compass Calibration
• Illuminated Approach • Compass Variance
• Headlamp Off Delay • Manual Compass Calibration
• RKE Unlock (Remote Key Unlock) Driver’s Door 1st • Flash Lamps With Lock (Flashing Lights
with Remote Key Lock)
Key Fob Programmable Features
• The following features may also be programmed using the Key Fob transmitter or
the ignition switch and driver’s door lock switch.
NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button while you are inside the vehicle will activate the
Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will
cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle
Security Alarm.
Unlock On First Press
• To unlock either the driver’s side, or all doors, on the first press of the UNLOCK button:
• Press and hold the LOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the
LOCK button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
Sound Horn With Lock
• To turn the horn chirp on or off when the doors are locked: • Press the LOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds.Then, press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
Flashing Lights With Lock
• The turn signal lights flashing, when the doors are locked or unlocked, feature can be turned on or off. To turn this feature on or off:
• Press and hold the UNLOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the
UNLOCK button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
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CLIMATE CONTROLS
Air Recirculation
• For maximum cooling, rotate the temperature control to the MAX A/C position,then push the A/C and recirculation buttons.
• For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.
• Recirculation is not allowe d in defrost, floor, defrost/f loor (mix) modes.
POWER SUNROOF
• The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console.
WARNING!
• Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants,
particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof
while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in
serious injury or death.
• In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
Opening Sunroof
Express
• Press the switch rearward and release. The sunroof will fully open and stop
automatically.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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• Park your vehicle outside of the garage and turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUNposition.
• Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the HomeLink
®buttons
while keeping the indicator light in view.
• Simultaneously, press and hold both the chosen HomeLink
®button and the
hand-held transmitter button until the HomeLink®indicator flash rate changes
from a slow to a rapidly blinking light, then release both the HomeLink®and the
hand-held transmitter buttons. This may take up to 30 seconds, or longer in rare
cases.
• Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink
®button; if the indicator light stays on
constantly, programming is complete and the garage door should open.
WARNING!
• Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the universal transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the
path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener
that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by Federal safety standards.
This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982. Do not
use a garage door opener without these safety features. Call toll-free
1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet, at www.HomeLink.com for safety
information or assistance.
• Vehicle exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a dangerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause
serious injury or death.
NOTE: If you are having difficulty training your HomeLink
®and your garage door
opener was manufactured after 1995, you may have a rolling code. Follow the steps
below for Programming A Rolling Code System.
Programming A Rolling Code System
• At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “training” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to
the garage door opener motor (it is NOT the button normally used to open and
close the door).
• Firmly press and release the “learn” or “training” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. Within 30 seconds, return to the vehicle and
press the programmed HomeLink
®button twice (holding the button for two
seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is
complete.
• If the device does not activate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to complete the training.
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Using HomeLink®
• To operate, simply press and release the programmed HomeLink®button and the
trained device will operate.
• Refer to your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further details. If you have any problems programming HomeLink
®, or require assistance, please call toll-free
1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet, at www.HomeLink.com.
POWER OUTLET
• There is one 12–volt power outlet located in the center console below the radio. The outlet on the has power available when the ignition switch in the ON or ACC
position.
• A second 12–volt power outlet, if equipped, is located in the right rear cargo area. This outlet has power available when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC
position.
NOTE: Do not exceed the maximum power of 160–watts (13–amps) at 12–volts. If the
160–watt (13–amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need
to be replaced.
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TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER
WEIGHT RATINGS)
Trailer Towing Weights
Engine/Transaxle Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
2.4L/Automatic 20 sq ft (1.9 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 110 lbs (50 kg)
Note: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight
of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Loading Information placard.
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.)
CAUTION!
Recreational towing on vehicle’s
equipped with an automatic
transaxle is not recommended.
NOTE: If the vehicle requires towing,
make sure all four wheels are off the
ground.
BRAKE/TRANSMISSION
INTERLOCK SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake
Transmission Shift Interlock System
(BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the
PARK position when the ignition
switch is in the LOCK position. To
move the shift lever out of the PARK
position, the ignition switch must be
turned to the ON or START position
(engine running or not) and the brake
pedal must be pressed.
NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the
transaxle will not shift out of PARK.
Battery power is required to release
the brake/tr ansmission interlock
system. There is a removable plug in
the right side of the shift lever housing
that allows you to insert your finger to
override the system. The key must be
in the ignition and in the ON position
to use the override lever. If this occurs,
obtain service as soon as possible.
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Spare Tire Removal
• Lift up the cover and fit the jack-handleover the drive nut. Rotate the nut to the
left until you can remove the swivel hook
from the stowage basket. Swing the basket
down to remove the compact spare tire.
CAUTION!
The hook is designed for use with the jack handle only. Use of an air wrench or
other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch.
Preparations For Jacking
• Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.
Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the
jack or changing the wheel.
• Set the parking brake.
• Place the shift lever in PARK.
• Turn OFF the ignition.
• Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
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WARNING!
When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged
battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could
rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be
brought above the freezing point before attempting a jump-start.
Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located in the engine compartment just behind theleft front headlight assembly.
WARNING!
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It canstart anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks
away from the battery.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessaryelectrical acc essories.
• If using a another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground
connection and personal injury could result.
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