2013 CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE Owners Manual

•The Power Top Control Module (PTCM) monitors and
controls lowering and raising of the top. A series of
micro-switches verify that operations are complete
before allowing the next stage of lowering or raising
operation.
•Opening and closing the top consecutively without the
engine running may run the battery down.
•If a fluttering noise is heard from the rear seat belts
while driving with the top down, safely bring the
vehicle to a stop and buckle the rear seat belts over the
empty seats. This will keep tension on the seat belts
and remove the fluttering condition.CAUTION!
•Correctly position the cargo shield in the trunk
before stowing the top. Doing so closes a switch
that allows top operation (stowing) to proceed. If
the switch is not closed, a warning message dis-
plays in the instrument cluster to notify the driver.
•Always place items carefully into the trunk.
•Do not push items too far into the trunk, particu-
larly when the top is retracted into its stowage area
in the trunk.
•Do not use the area on top of the tonneau cover for
storage.
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the convertible top components, trunk contents,
cargo shield, and the vehicle interior.
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CAUTION!
Before operating the power top:
•Always check on top of the tonneau cover area to
be sure that it is clear of debris or other items.
•Make sure the ambient temperature is above 0°F
(-18°C).
•Never attempt to lower a frozen convertible top.
Wait until the top is thawed before lowering it into
the stowage compartment. Lowering a cloth top at
temperatures below 32°F (0°C) should be avoided.
•Make sure the convertible top is dry before lower-
ing it into the stowage compartment. Lowering the
top when damp, wet, or dirty can cause stains,
mildew, and damage to the inside of your vehicle.
•Make sure there is sufficient clearance of at least
7.5 ft. (2.2 m) for the top to move up.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•To prevent striking a low ceiling or automatic door
opener with the top, it is strongly recommended
that you do not operate the power top inside a
garage or parking structure.
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the convertible top components, trunk contents, and
the vehicle interior.
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CAUTION!
•Do not operate the power top with the hydraulic
pump valve open.
•Do not allow the top to remain in the suspended
position. After approximately 10 minutes in the
suspended position, the hydraulic pressure will
release, which will allow the top and the trunk lid
to lower. Pressing the power top switch will cancel
this operation.
•Always use a normal ice scraper to remove snow or
ice from the rear window. Use of a sharp object or
other tools could scratch the panels (hard top) or
tear the fabric (soft top) when removing snow or
ice.
•Always close the top when leaving your vehicle so
as not to leave the interior exposed to potentially
damaging outdoor conditions.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Do not leave the top lowered for several weeks at a
time. Close it occasionally to prevent discoloration
in the folds of the fabric and to allow the creases to
smooth out. This is especially important if the top
was stowed when not completely dry.
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the convertible top components, trunk contents, and
the vehicle interior:
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WARNING!
Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries
that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and
others around you:
•Before operating the power top, make sure that no
moving parts of the convertible top can injure a
person or animal.
•Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.) near
the convertible top components, the upper wind-
shield area, the shelf area behind the rear seats, or
the convertible top stowage area while raising or
lowering the convertible top.
•When using the power top button on RKE trans-
mitter, if potential danger exists while lowering the
top, release the button immediately to interrupt the
operation.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•When using the power top switch on the instru-
ment panel, if potential danger exists while lower-
ing the top, release the switch immediately to
interrupt the operation.
•When using the power top switch on the instru-
ment panel, if potential danger exists while raising
the top, release the switch immediately to interrupt
the operation.
•Only drive the vehicle with the convertible top
completely closed and latched or fully lowered into
its stowage compartment.
•Do not operate the power top when the vehicle is in
motion.
Cargo Shield
The cargo shield is located in the trunk. Before lowering
the convertible top, you must unfold the cargo shield and
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seat the tabs at each end of the cargo shield in the V slots
in the trunk liner. Doing so closes a switch that allows top
operation. If the switch is not closed, a warning message
displays in the instrument cluster to notify the driver.
Positioning The Cargo Shield For Top Operation
Pull the cargo shield toward you to begin unfolding the
panels. Grasp the handle in the center of the outermost
(top) panel and raise the cargo shield. Then, align and
seat the tabs at each end of the cargo shield in the V slots
in the trunk liner as shown in the illustration.
CAUTION!
Do not place items on top of the cargo shield. Items
placed on cargo protector will interfere with the top
during operation and cause excessive damage to the
top and cargo shield.Positioning The Cargo Shield For Cargo Storage
To maximize the storage space in the trunk, the cargo
shield can be stowed in the forward portion of the trunk.
To stow the cargo shield, grasp the handle of the upright
panel of the cargo shield, lifting the pins out of the V slots
Cargo Shield
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in the trunk trim. Continue folding the upright panel
forward onto the horizontal panel, then grasp both
panels and lift them to the forward, upright position in
the trunk.
NOTE:The convertible top will NOT operate with the
cargo shield in the stowed position.Power Convertible Top Controls
The power top switch is located on the front of the center
console.
There is also a power top button on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter for remotely lowering the power
convertible top.
Stowed Cargo Shield
Power Top Button
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Lowering the Power Convertible Top
Using The Power Top Switch
NOTE:The power top switch will operate when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON or ACC position and
when in the power accessory delay.
There are two Top Down switch positions.
Press and hold the switch to the first detent.
The system will lower all fully raised windows
approximately 0.5 in (10 mm), lower the top to
its fully retracted position, and then raise the windows.
Press and hold the switch to the second detent. The
system will lower all four windows and the top to their
fully retracted positions.
The driver has to press and hold the convertible top
switch during the entire opening cycle, if there is anobstruction and the driver is alerted, the convertible top
operation can be stopped by releasing the switch.Using The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
NOTE:Steps1–3must be performed within five
seconds.
1. Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE
transmitter.
Press and release the POWER TOP button on
the RKE transmitter.
2. Press and hold the POWER TOP button until the
Power Top and All Windows Down feature is com-
plete.
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Raising The Power Convertible Top
Using The Power Top Switch
NOTE:The power top switch will operate when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON or ACC position and
when in the power accessory delay.
Press and hold the switch in the Top Up
position until the operation of raising the top
and latching it is complete, which is indicated
by the system raising the windows and dis-
playing “TOP DONE” in the odometer or “CONVERT-
IBLE TOP COMPLETE” in the EVIC (if equipped).
Using The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
You cannot use the power top button on the RKE
transmitter to raise the power convertible top. You must
use the power top switch inside the vehicle to perform
this operation.
Manually
Closing the power convertible top manually is a compli-
cated and physically demanding procedure, and it re-
quires a special tool to do so. In the event that you
experience a malfunction when operating the power
convertible top:
1. Read all of the Notes, Cautions, and Warning found
under “Power Convertible Top Usage Precautions” to
verify all operating conditions are met.
2. Check for Operation and Warning Messages as de-
scribed under “Power Convertible Top Operation and
Warning Messages.” If applicable, perform the related
action to correct the condition present.
3. If Steps 1 and 2 do not resolve the problem, refer to
“Emergency Bypass Mode”.
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