2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owner's Manual
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2 0 1 0 PT Cruiser OWNER’SMANUAL Information Provided by: Provided Information SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................. 79 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................137 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................189 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ............................................. 259 6 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................................275 7 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .................................................319 8 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ........................................ 339 9 10 INDEX ...................................................................349 10 Information Provided by: Provided Information :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Ⅵ Introduction ........................... 4 Ⅵ Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6 Ⅵ How To Use This Manual .................. 4 Ⅵ Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7 Ⅵ Warnings And Cautions ................... 6 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction. essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint contains the information you desire. you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet, Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the located on the DVD, and various customer-oriented items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and documents. Please take the time to read these publica- illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment tions carefully. Following the instructions and recom- The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual mendations in this manual will help assure safe and contains a complete listing of all subjects. enjoyable operation of your vehicle. Consult the following table for a description of the NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain this Owner’s Manual: with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings. :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI INTRODUCTION 5 1 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the driver’s front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the vehicle registration or title. Vehicle Identification Number :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 2 Ⅵ A Word About Your Keys ................. 12 Ⅵ Sentry Key — If Equipped ............... 15 ▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 12 ▫ Replacement Keys ..................... 16 ▫ Locking Doors With a Key ............... 14 ▫ Sentry Key Programming ............... 17 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 14 ▫ General Information ................... 18 Ⅵ Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped ......... 14 Ⅵ Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ........ 18 ▫ To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel ...... 14 ▫ To Set The Alarm ..................... 18 ▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock ........ 14 ▫ To Disarm The Alarm .................. 19 ▫ Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock ▫ Security System Manual Override ......... 19 System — If Equipped .................. 15 :yb dedivorP noitamrofnI 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ⅵ Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .............. 20 Ⅵ Power Windows ....................... 31 ▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ......... 20 ▫ Auto-Down Feature ................... 32 ▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate .......... 21 ▫ Rear Window Switches ................. 32 ▫ To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” ....... 22 ▫ Wind Buffeting ....................... 33 ▫ Panic Alarm ......................... 22 Ⅵ Liftgate ............................. 33 ▫ To Program Additional Transmitters ........ 23 Ⅵ Occupant Restraints ..................... 34 ▫ General Information ................... 25 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 36 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement .......... 25 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure ........................... 42 Ⅵ Door Locks ........................... 26 ▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Seat Belt ▫ Manual Door Locks ................... 26 Anchorage .......................... 43 ▫ Power Door Locks .................... 28 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode ▫ Child Protection Door Lock System — If — If Equipped ....................... 43 Equipped ........................... 30 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped ...... 44 Information Provided by:Provided Information THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Transporting Pets ..................... 72 (BeltAlert) ......................... 44 Ⅵ Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 72 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .......... 45 Ⅵ Safety Tips ........................... 73 2 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 46 ▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 73 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — ▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 74 Airbag ............................. 46 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The ▫ Advanced Front Airbag Features .......... 48 Vehicle ............................. 75 ▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . 52 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 62 Outside The Vehicle ................... 77 ▫ Child Restraints ...................... 64 Information Provided by:Provided Information 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These lever knob pushbutton has returned to the outward numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your position. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, authorized dealer. Ask your authorized dealer for these push the key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to the numbers and keep them in a safe place. LOCK position, and remove the key. Three Button Vehicle Key Information Provided by:Provided Information THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 key to the right slightly, then remove the key as de- scribed. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and 2 stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- Ignition Switch Positions ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, 1 — LOCK 3 — ON 2 — ACC (ACCESSORY) 4 — START other controls, or move the vehicle. NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tem- porarily in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the Information Provided by:Provided Information 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle with- Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all out the ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. approximately a half turn in either direction and the key is not in the ignition switch, the steering wheel will lock. Locking Doors with a Key To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the With the engine running, turn the steering wheel upside door, turn the key rearward. To unlock the door, turn the down, turn off the engine and remove the key. Turn the key forward. For door lock lubrication, refer to “Mainte- steering wheel slightly in either direction until the lock nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”. engages. Key-In-Ignition Reminder To Release the Steering Wheel Lock Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,