2010 Chrysler PT44 Cruiser User`s Guide
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3. Heated Seats The controls for the front heated seats are 1 located on the center instrument panel area E Press the switch once to select High level heating Press the switch a second time to select Low level heating Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat 12 GETTING STARTED The front passenger seat can be folded flat Pull up on the recliner lever to the full upward position to fold down the seat back The tilt lever is located on the steering column below the turn signal lever Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column With one hand firmly on the steering wheel move the steering column up or down as desired at Pull upward on the lever to lock the column firmly in place Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving
4. 1 JaMOd PIN 4 19SUYSEM ulbu4 1y 2 LNAWLYVdWOD ANIONS 44 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Fluid Lubricant or Capacities Genuine Part Engine Coolant 2 4L MOPAR Antifreeze 6 5 Quarts 6 2 Liters Coolant Five Includes heater and Year 100 000 Mile coolant recovery bottle Formula HOAT Hybrid filled to MAX level Organic Additive Technology or equivalent Engine Oil with Filter 2 4L API Certified SAE SW 20 5 Quarts 4 7 Liters engine oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to the engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Fuel Selection 2 4L Selection 2 4L 87 Octane recommended 15 Gallons 56 7 Liters Engine Filter 2 4L MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs 2 4L ZFR5F 11 Champion REI6MC Gap 0 040 in 1 02 mm Automatic Transaxle MOPAR ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4 product Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent If DOT 3 is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR Power Steering Fluid 4 or MOPAR ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4 product 45 lhp u s PDUCUDIUICW ldulo2 au JO AG 94 UO JENUEMN S JSUMO OU 0 PUIMO 19 1843 JUaNDaIJ JO 399 3 1X83 BD1JOd SUOI IPUOD
5. Towing Weights Max GTW Gross Engine Transaxle Frontal Area Trailer Wt Max Tongue Wt 2 4L Automatic 20 sq ft 1 9 sq m 1 000 Ibs 454 kg 110 Ibs 50 kg 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 RECREATIONAL TOWING BRAKE TRANSMISSION BEHIND MOTORHOME INTERLOCK SYSTEM ETC This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System BTSI that holds the shift lever in the SA MIE PARK position when the ignition Recreational towing on vehicle s switch is in the LOCK position To equipped with an automatic move the shift lever out of the PARK transaxle is not recommended 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 the vehicle requires towing make sure all four wheels are off the ground NOTE If a malfunction occurs the transaxle will not shift out of PARK Battery power is required to release the brake transmission 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 28 IAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24 HOUR TOWIN
6. center of the head restraint and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback Tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Installing The Child Restraint Using The Vehicle Seat Belts x Ee Y e To install a child restraint first pull enough fl of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle Next extract all the seat belt webbing out Tether Anchors of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor Finally pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint Any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary Once you have completed securing the child restraint with the seat belt secure the top tether strap The tether strap should be routed under the c
7. driving conditions following local laws and phone use All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead Failure to do so may result in an accident causing serious injury or death Your phone must be turned on and paired to the Uconnect Phone to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cellular phone has network coverage and Stays paired to the Uconnect Phone NOTE The Uconnect Phone requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands Free Profile Version 0 96 or higher For Uconnect customer support call 1 877 855 8400 25 es A ee ee c ELECTRONICS Phone Pairing NOTE Pairing is a one time initial setup before using the phone You will also need to follow the Bluetooth instructions in your cell phone user guide to complete the phone pairing setup Press the Phone button amp to begin Wait for the ready prompt and beep After the BEEP say Uconnect setup After the BEEP say phone pairing After the BEEP say pair a phone Follow the audible prompts You will be asked to create a four digit PIN which you will later need to enter into your phone typically settings Bluetooth device list new You will then be prompted to give the phone pairing a name each phone paired should have a unique name Next you will be asked to give this new pairing a priority of 1 thru 7 up to seven phones may be paired Making A Phone C
8. e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR 42 OPENING THE HOOD Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver s door Raise the hood and locate the safety latch in the middle of the hood opening Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood To close the hood remove the support rod and place it in the retaining clip then lower the hood slowly WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death 43 19111 J9Uea Jy Joneg JIOAJOSOYH PIN 4 948 19 y nsdiq XPSUEBLL DIJEWOINY ulbu4 yonsdiq 0 ulbuq 4 eulbuy dey 95 1U51002 JIOAJ9SIA PIN 4
9. s Association RMA established repair procedures at www rma org for information on proper repair procedures Never perform a temporary repair or use an inner tube as a substitute for a proper repair Only qualified persons should repair tires Explosion of tire rim assembly due to improper mounting Only specially trained persons should mount tires Failure to mount tires on approved rims Failure to deflate single or dual assemblies completely before demounting ee ee oe a 5 ASSISTANCE Using Lift Kits Use of lift kits with some vehicle tire combinations can cause instability or loss of control When changing tire sizes always consult an installer for optimum rim width and carefully check vehicle tire clearances Check Your Tires For Damage Frequent at least monthly inspection of your tires for signs of damage uneven tread wear and their general condition is important for safety Impacts penetrations cracks knots bulges or air loss always require tire removal and expert inspection Tire Service Life The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to your driving style tire pressure and distance driven WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury
10. soon as possible Correct the pressure as required 36 HAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES m a o dl e If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures Ground Location in this section carefully stud on hood safety Positive Battery Post as NOTE When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer s operating instructions and precautions CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur 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 the left front headlight assembly WARNING Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised It can start anytime the ignition switch is on You can be injured by moving fan blades Remove
11. stays on or turns on while driving we recommend you drive to the nearest Service Center and have the system serviced as soon as possible 2 Airbag Warning Light e If the light is not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving we recommend you drive to the nearest Service Center and have the system serviced as soon as possible 30 AT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Fuel Cap Loose Gas Cap Message If a gas cap message shown as gASCAP appears tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the gas Cap see your authorized dealer IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action e On the highways slow down e In city traffic while stopped shift transmission into NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed NOTE There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition e If your air conditioner A C is on turn it off The A C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A C off can help remove this heat You can also turn the Temperature Control to maximum heat the Mode Control to floor and the Fan Control to high This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system If the temperature reading d
12. vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The jack and jack handle are stowed behind the right rear side trim panel in the Cargo area Do not attempt to raise this vehicle using a bumper jack Jack and Tire Changing Tools Spare Tire Stowage The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a hook basket mechanism To remove or stow the compact spare use the jack handle to rotate the spare tire drive nut The nut is located under the rear scuff plate at the right rear of the cargo area just inside the liftgate opening 32 Spare Tire Removal e Lift up the cover and fit the jack handle over 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 SERA Jack Handle ta Drive Nut ins 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 leve
13. with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your vehicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death 13 GETTING STARTED PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped e Press the EVIC button located below the speedometer until Personal Settings is displayed 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 e Key Off Power Delay Auto Door Locks Display Units of Measure In e Auto Unlock On Exit e Confirmation of Voice Commands Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock Automatic Compass Calibration lluminated Approach Compass Variance Headlamp Off Delay Manual Compass Calibration RKE Unlock Remote Key Unlock e Flash Lamps With Lock Flashing Lights Driver s Door 1st 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 dri
14. D BURRE TING 9 21 ELECTRONICS NON TOUCH SCREEN RADION 22 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENT ERE TR A 2 UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR GEEHEKL RO nt ES ROWER OUTEE E E 25 UCONNEC M Aue 25 VOICE RECOGNITIONS m e ra ae e 21 CS TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS eee 28 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ET C2 T ee BRAKE TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK SSM 2 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE NL A a INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGNES at o A IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE RRE BINCIA STUCK VERICLE Ss see EVENT DATA RECORDER EDR MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD ENGINE COMPARTMENT PFRUIDS AND CAPACITIES a MAINTENANCE CHARI e USES RO ER Re EN MRE PRESSURES o WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE EXTERIOR BULKES CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LEC CUSTOMER CENTER CE CHRYSLER CANADA INC CUSTOMER CENTER T cae ree ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED 0 PUBEICATIONS ORDERING REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE 50 UNITED STATES AND Ms IMDb TRE WARRANTY es eae MOPAR ACCESSORIES MOPAR ACCESSORIES 52 INTRODUCTION WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle Be assured that it represents precision workmanship distinctive styling and hig
15. E INCLUDING FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY THE TIRE MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOST PROFIT LOSS OF BUSINESS OSS Of COORD W IEE LOSS OF REPUTATION PUNITIVE OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE COST OR LOSS OF ANY KIND SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WARNING NOTE Refer to the Owner s Manual on the DVD for complete warning information that could prevent accidents injuries and even deaths WARNING Death serious injury and or property damage may result from Tire failure due to impact damage and or improper maintenance Continued CONSUMER AS 53 E ADA ds ANCE WARNING Continued Tires should be inspected regularly by a qualified technician for signs of damage such as punctures impacts under inflation or overloading e Progressive air loss may result from punctures cuts curbing impacts or partial bead unseating Some fitment causes for air loss are Incomplete bead seating Bead tearing caused by a machine tool due to insufficient lubrication or improper adjustment Leaking valve core or rubber valve components these should be replaced when problems are detected and whenever tires are replaced Tire failure due to improper repairs See Rubber Manufacturer
16. G ASSISTANCE U S ONLY Dial toll free 1 800 521 2779 Provide your name vehicle identification number and license plate number Provide your location including telephone number from which you are calling e Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival If you feel you are in an unsafe situation please let us know With your consent we will contact local police or safety authorities INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS 5 Traction Control System TCS Indicator Light e If this indicator light flashes during acceleration apply as little throttle as possible While driving ease up on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions To improve the vehicle s traction when starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch the TCS system off 1 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Light A Tire Pressure Monitoring Light and a low tire message will display in your instrument cluster along with an audible chime if one or more of your vehicle s four road tires are significantly under inflated e Check the inflation pressure of each tire and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the driver s side door opening The TPM
17. S light should not be used as a tire pressure gauge when adjusting your tire pressure It is recommended that you check the tire pressure in the morning when tires are cool inflate each tire to the recommended pressure for your vehicle The light will turn off after your vehicle s tire pressures are properly inflated and the pressure has been recognized The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 25 km h before the light will turn off Temperature changes can affect tire pressure causing the TPMS light to turn on Tire pressures will also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and you should not adjust for this increased pressure Driving on under inflated tires reduces your vehicle s fuel efficiency and tire tread life If a Spare tire is in use on the vehicle the TPMS light may turn on BRAKE Brake Warning Light The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the parking brake is applied If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied it indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction brake booster problem or an Anti Lock Brake System problem We recommend you drive to the nearest Service Center and have the vehicle serviced immediately 29 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENC WARNING Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous Part of the brake system may have failed It will take longer to stop the vehicle You could have an ac
18. 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 20 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof Express Press the switch rearward and release The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically Closing Sunroof Express e Press the switch forward and release The sunroof will close automatically from any position Manual Open Close Press and hold the switch rearward to open or forward to close the sunroof Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially open or closed position until the switch is pressed again Venting Sunroof e Press and release the VENT button and the sunroof will open to the vent position This is called Express Vent and will occur regardless of sunroof position During Express Vent operation any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof Pinch Protection Feature e This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected the sunroof will automatically return to the open position NOTE Pinch protecti
19. all Press the Phone button amp After the BEEP say dial or call to a name e After the BEEP say number or name Phonebook Uconnect local Edit Press the Phone button e After the BEEP say phonebook After the BEEP say new entry or list names or delete Follow the prompts Receiving A Call Accept And End When an incoming call rings is announced on Uconnect press the Phone button 4 To end a call press the Phone button Mute Or Unmute Microphone During Call During a call press the Voice button 4 VR e After the BEEP say mute on or mute off Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle During a call press the Voice button 4 VR e After the BEEP say transfer call 26 ELECTRONICS Changing The Volume e Start a dialogue by pressing the Phone button NX then adjust the volume during a normal call e Use the radio ON OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Uconnect system is speaking Please note the volume setting for Uconnect is different than the audio system NOTE To access the tutorial press the Uconnect hard key After the BEEP say tutorial Press any hard key or touch the display to cancel the tutorial VOICE RECOGNITION The Voice Recognition VR system allows you to control your AM FM radio satellite radio disc p
20. an MP3 player or a cassette player to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle s audio system and play through the vehicle speakers Clock Setting Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink e Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE AUDIO control knob 22 ELECTRONICS e After adjusting the hours press the right side TUNE AUDIO control knob and the minutes will begin to blink e Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE AUDIO control knob then press the TUNE AUDIO control knob to save the time change To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds Station Presets Press the SET RND button once and SET 1 will show in the display Then select the button 1 6 A second station may be added to each push button Press the SET RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the display then select button 1 6 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC e The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster For additional information refer to Programmable Features in this guide Press the EVIC button located below the left of the speedometer until one of the following functions is displayed on the EVIC Compass Temperature Audio Average Fuel Economy Distance To Empty DTE Elapsed Time Tire Pressure Monitor TPM e Personal Settings Pressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear the function currently being displayed
21. any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact You could be seriously injured e 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 Continued 37 WARNING continued e Set the parking brake shift the transaxle into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electrical accessories 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 Jump Starting Procedure WARNING Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion CAUTION Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle Connect the positive end of the jumper cable to the positive post of the discharged vehicle Connect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable to the positive post of the booster battery Connect the negative end of the jumper cable to the negative post of the booster battery Connect the opposite end of the n
22. cident Have the vehicle checked immediately Malfunction Indicator Light MIL Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap poor fuel quality etc may illuminate the MIL after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing If the MIL flashes when the engine is running serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage We recommend you do not operate the vehicle Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible if this occurs Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charging system If the charging system light remains on it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on Have the vehicle serviced immediately E Oil Pressure Warning Light e This light indicates low engine oil pressure If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns on We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur Have the vehicle serviced immediately Anti Lock Brake ABS Light e This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System ABS e If the light is not on during starting
23. e doors 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 is open To Disarm Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or turn the ignition to the ON position GETTING STARTED SEAT BELT Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat using a seat belt properly WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly CHILD RESTRAINTS Every state in the United States and a
24. e To reset all resettable functions press and release the EVIC button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently displayed function Reset ALL will be displayed during this three second window 200555 POSE OPENER 1 Programming HomeLink M Begin Programming The HomeLink buttons are located in the sun visor Erase all channels before you begin training by holding the two outside buttons for up to 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes 23 _ ELECTRONICS Park your vehicle outside of the garage and turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 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
25. ee PT Cruiser User Guide IMPORTANT This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle The DVD enclosed contains your Owner s Manual Navigation Radio or Multimedia Radio Manual Warranty Booklets Tire Warranty and 24 Hour Towing Assistance new vehicles purchased in the U S or Roadside Assistance new vehicles purchased in Canada in electronic format We hope you find it useful If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle you may obtain a printed copy of the Owner s Manual Navigation Radio or Multimedia Radio Manual or Warranty Booklet by calling 1 800 992 1997 U S or 1 800 387 1143 Canada or by contacting your dealer Replacement manuals may be purchased by visiting www techauthority com Copyright 2009 Chrysler Group LLC __ TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP CLET 2 2 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COGKPIT 4 INSTRUMENTECEUS TEA 6 GETTING STARTED KET ROB Re ed RER A 8 THERTALARMIE TE E a 2 ee 8 SEAL BEET As TR J CHIE DIRESERAINT 5 al ees q RRONT SEAT 11 HER SREERING COEUMN Ca 13 PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES 14 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL RIGHTS LEVER ME 15 WIPER WASHER LEVER T 16 SPEED CONTROLLEVER T seis E 17 POWER WINDOWS 18 SEIBING CENTER ARMREST Ta 18 TUMBLING REAR SEAT SEAT REMOVA PA o 19 CEIMATE CONTROLES 20 POWER SUNROOF T RSA 20 WIN
26. egative jumper cable to the stud on the hood latch assembly of the vehicle with the discharged battery WARNING Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery 38 o ee a r A sez HAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Once the engine is started remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence Disconnect the negative jumper cable from the stud on the hood latch assembly of the vehicle with the discharged battery Disconnect the negative end of the jumper cable from the negative post of the booster battery Disconnect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable from the positive post of the booster battery Disconnect the positive end of the jumper cable from the positive post of the discharged vehicle If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer CAUTION Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s batte
27. en 22 i AmpRed IGN RUN HVAC Compass Sensor 3 5 Amp_Lt Blue 48 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BR Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 24 25 Amp Natural 1 Power Sunroof Feed 3 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG ASD Relay Feed 2 10 Amp Red IGN RUN Only ORC Feed 10 Amp Red IGN RUN ORC OCM Feed EE 25 ET 2 30 Amp Pink JENGASDControeedt 34 50AmpPnk ABS Valve eed 0 35 40Amp Green ABSPumpfed 0 36 30 Amp Pink Headtamp Washer Contro 7 Emma Spare 0 TIRE PRESSURES Check the inflation pressure of each tire including the spare tire at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle 2 2 2 3 3 29 Hot Car No Fuse Required 5 6 T 8 1 3 4 5 6 The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the driver s side door opening NOTE Refer to the Owner s Manual on the DVD for more information on the life of tires WARNING Overloading of your tires is dangerous Overloading can cause tire failure affect vehicle handling and increase your stopping distance Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle Never overload them WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking component separation or blow out Ov
28. enter of the head restraint WARNING Rearward facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position FRONT SEATS Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked Manual Seat Adjustment Forward Rearward e Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position Recliner e Lift the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat lean back and release at the desired position Lumbar Support The lumbar lever is on the inboard side of the seatback Rotate the lumbar lever downward to increase the lumbar support or upward to decrease the lumbar support as desired 11 GETTING STARTED _ GETTING STARTED Six Way Power Seats e The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use the switch to move the seat up down forward rearward or to tilt the seat DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path
29. er inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control 49 G YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non abrasive non acidic cleaner CAUTION Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes Do not use oven cleaner These products may damage the wheels protective finish Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels protective finish Only MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended EXTERIOR BULBS Center High Mounted Stop Lamp WI6W 921 CHMSL 50 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER CENTER P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 1 600 992 1997 CHRYSLER CANADA INC CUSTOMER CENTER P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 1 800 465 2001 ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED e To assist customers who have hearing difficulties the manu
30. eriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum If you are drinking don t drive Ride with a designated non drinking driver call a cab a friend or use public transportation WARNING Driving after drinking can lead to an accident Your perceptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle This guide may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available on this vehicle Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured CAUTION Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials The heat from your vehicle exhaust system could cause a fire CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP ATF 4 MOPAR and uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC COPYRIGHT 2009 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Button behind steering wheel l Instrument Electronic Vehicle Cluste
31. et tapping the lever up or down will increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph 2 km h Cancel Pull the lever toward you or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the set speed in memory e Push the ON OFF button to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory Resume To resume a previously selected speed in memory push the lever up and release 17 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLES POWER WINDOWS The front controls for all power windows are located on the instrument panel Press the window lock switch located between the window switches down to disable the rear window switches Both front windows have an Auto Down feature Push the switch down past the detent and immediately release to fully lower the window The rear controls are located on the back of the center console Push the switch down to lower to a desired setting Push the switch up to raise to a desired setting SLIDING CENTER ARMREST The Sliding Center Armrest located on the center console provides two unique storage compartments The armrest is also able to slide forward and rearward Slide the Center Armrest forward or rearward to the desired position Push the upper or lower buttons on the front of the Sliding Center Armrest to access the storage compartment Sliding Armrest q E EF xo OPERAT NG YOUR VEHICLE ee nue TUMBLING REAR SEAT SEAT REMOVAL The rear seats can be rem
32. facturer has installed special TDD Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf equipment at its customer center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that reguire assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada For TTY teletypewriter users dial 711 and for Voice callers dial 1 800 855 0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service operator WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm PUBLICATIONS ORDERING e If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle you may obtain a free printed copy of the Owner s Manual Warranty Booklet or Radio Manuals on your DVD by calling 1 800 992 1997 U S or 1 800 387 1143 Canada or by contacting your dealer Replacement User Guides or DVDs or if you prefer a printed copy of the Owner s Manual Warranty Booklet or Radio Manuals may be purchased by visiting www techauthority com o
33. h quality all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles IMPORTANT This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle The DVD enclosed contains your Owner s Manual Warranty Booklets Tire Warranty and 24 Hour Towing Assistance new vehicles purchased in the U S or Roadside Assistance new vehicles purchased in Canada in electronic format We hope you find it useful Retail customers may obtain a printed copy of any of these booklets call 1 800 890 4038 U S or 1 800 387 1143 Canada or ask your dealer For complete owner information refer to the DVD in the owner s kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase For your convenience the information contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for your vehicle together we greatly reduce the demand for tree based products and lessen the stress on our environment Vehicles Sold In Canada With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc used in substitution therefore Driving And Alcohol Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents Your driving ability can be s
34. htness of the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position to brighten the odometer and radio controls when the parking lights or headlights are on Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting Flash To Pass Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams The high beams will remain on until the lever is released High Beam Operation Push the lever forward to activate the high beams NOTE For safe driving turn off high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists Fog Lights Turn on the parking lights or low beam headlights and pull out the end of the lever 15 OPERATING YOUR VERICLE Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal right or left will flash three times and automatically turn off WIPER WASHER LEVER Rear Wiper Washer Front Wipers Front Washer pull toward driver Mist down Front Wipers Intermittent Low And High Operation Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation Washer Operation Pull the lever toward you and hold for as long as spray is desired Mist Pull down on the leve
35. ined up before pushing it onto the wheel Loosen but do not remove the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on the cross member below the radiator on the front suspension cross member or on the rear axle assembly 34 WAT TODO IN EMERGENCIES PA A mm A M MN cli There are two jacking locations on each side of the body one at the front of the vehicle and one in the rear on the trailing arm bracket under the triangular cut out symbol Turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed in a F Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged e Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right using the swivel wrench Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could Slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheel covers where applicable off the hub Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts To av
36. ing HomeLink To operate simply press and release the programmed HomeLink button and the trained device will operate e 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 Uconnect Phone The Uconnect Phone is a voice activated hands free in vehicle communications system The Uconnect Phone allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands e For vehicles equipped with Video Entertainment System VES refer to the Uconnect Phone section of the Uconnect User s Manual on the DVD for further details e For vehicles not equipped with VES refer to your vehicle Owner s Manual on the DVD for further details WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe
37. layer and a memo recorder When you press the VR button 4 VR you will hear a beep The beep is your signal to give a command If you do not say a command within a few seconds the system will present you with a list of options If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options press the VR button WS VR listen for the BEEP and say your command For vehicles equipped with Video Entertainment System VES refer to the Voice Recognition section of the Uconnect User s Manual on the DVD for further details For vehicles not equipped with VES refer to your vehicle Owner s Manual on the DVD for Voice Recognition information Changing The Volume Start a dialogue by pressing the VR button 2 VR then say a command e g tutorial Use the radio ON OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Recognition system is speaking Please note the volume setting for Voice Recognition is different than the audio system WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions and all attention should be kept on the roadway ahead Failure to do so may result in an accident causing serious injury or death NOTE To access the tutorial press the VR button 4 VR After the BEEP say tutorial Press any hard key or touch the display to cancel the tutorial 27 UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS Trailer
38. ll Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a projectile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child and others could be badly injured Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child s size pee The LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System Your vehicle s second row passenger seats are equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed at all three rear seating positions All three rear seating positions can accommodate LATCH compatible child seats having flexible webbing mounted lower attachments Y e Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only NEVER install LATCH compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchorage Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can attach the hook or connector to the lower and tether anchorages more easily e Attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the seatcover material The tether strap should be routed under the
39. oes not return to normal turn the engine off immediately We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur Have the vehicle serviced immediately CAUTION Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads HOT H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on HOT H and you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot 31 o a e EI WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENC al JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING Being under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift e The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The
40. oid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered WARNING To avoid possible personal injury handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges NOTE The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel nuts When reinstalling original wheel properly align the wheel cover to the valve stem place the wheel cover onto the wheel then install the wheel nuts Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left 35 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Finish tightening the nuts Push down on the wrench while tightening the wheel nuts Alternate nuts until each nut has been tightened twice The correct wheel nut torque is 100 ft Ibs 135 N m If you doubt that you have tightened the nuts correctly have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a qualified service station Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is free Stow the lug wrench and jack in their designated location Secure all parts using the means provided WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immediately Place the deflated flat tire in the cargo area have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible Check the tire pressure as
41. on is disabled while the switch is pressed and held during manual opening and closing of the sunroof WIND BUFFETING e Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter type percussion sound If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open adjust the front and rear windows together e If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening or adjust any window This will minimize buffeting 21 FLECTRONICS NON TOUCH SCREEN RADIO Sales Code REF Press to Press Press to Scan Preset Press to Press to Scan to Radio Stations Rewind Seek Press to Radio Eject Fast Up Down Mute Stations CD Press to Set Clock Forward Press for Press for ON OFF a SEEK HH do Audio Rotate for me Settings Volume vo Rotate to Tune SINGLE CD Press to Set Station Presets Press to Select Station Press to Select Presets buttons 1 6 CD Random Play Media Modes Press for AM FM Mode Seek Up Down Button Press and release to search for and stop at the next listenable station in AM FM mode Press the right side of the button to seek up and the left side of the button to seek down Holding the button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it Setting Tone Balance And Fade Push the Tune control knob and BASS MID Treble Balance and Fade will display Rotate the TUNE AUDIO control knob to select the desired setting Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack allows a portable device such as
42. or 12 Months 18 000 Miles 30 000 km or 18 Months 24 000 Miles 40 000 km or 24 Months 30 000 Miles 50 000 km or 30 Months 36 000 Miles 60 000 km or 36 Months 42 000 Miles 70 000 km or 42 Months 48 000 Miles 80 000 km or 48 Months 54 000 Miles 90 000 km or 54 Months 60 000 Miles 100 000 km or 60 Months 66 000 Miles 110 000 km or 66 Months 72 000 Miles 120 000 km or 72 Months 78 000 Miles 130 000 km or 78 Months 47 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICEE Integrated Power Module IPM The Integrated Power Module IPM is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 mpy emp S 20 Amp Vallon AWD ECU Fees 10 Amp Red CHMSL Brake Switch Feed 10 Amp Red ignition Switch Feed ao Amp Yelow Tralerfo 0 o IOD Sw Pwr Mir Steering Cntrl Sdar Hands Free Phone creen OD Sense 30 Amp Green IOD Sensez 0 40 Amp Green Power Seat 0 7 10 1 20 Amp Yellow Pwr Run Acc Outlet RR O Amp Red IOD CCN Interior Lighting 20 Amp Yellow Ign Run Acc Inverter 15 150 Amp Red RAD Fan Relay Battery Feed 14 6 BAmpLEBlue 7 IODFedcVTMod Modiem 15 40 Amp Green ASDRelay Contact PWR Feed O 20AmpYelow _ PWRAmp1 amp Amp2Feed 20 15 Amp Lt Blue ODFeedRado 2110 Amp Red 10D Feed Intrus Mod Sir
43. or death Keep dismounted tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to the light as possible Protect tires from contact with oil grease and gasoline NOTE All tire warranties are made by the tire manufacturer Tires are not covered under your Chrysler New Vehicle Limited Warranty MOPAR ACCESSORIES The following highlights just some of the authentic Chrysler Accessories by MOPAR that have been engineered to customize your Chrysler PT Cruiser To see the full line of accessories stop by your Chrysler dealer or visit MOPAR com CHROME e Exhaust Tip Fuel Filler Door EXTERIOR Door Entry Guards e Side Window Air Deflectors Hitch Receiver Front End Cover INTERIOR Premium Carpet Floor Mats Slush Mats Door Sill Guards CARRIERS Hitch Mount Bike Carrier Roof Mount Ski and Snowboard Carrier Roof Mount Bike Carrier Roof Mount Water Sports Carrier 55 Door Spears e Front Air Deflector Molded Splash Guards Molded Cargo Tray Roof Box Cargo Carrier Roof Mount Canoe Carrier 56 10PT44 926 AA PT Cruiser First Printing User Guide
44. oved to increase storage capacity Push and hold the folding rear seat button to fold the rear seatback down toward the front of the vehicle Pull the release strap located on the outboard side of the seat Lift up the seat and tumble the seat forward e Attach the tether located at the base of the seat cushion onto the hook bar on the center trim panel to hold the seat in place To remove the seat lift up on the release levers located at the base of the rear seat Using the handles located at the top of the tumbled seat lift and remove the seat through the rear of the vehicle Handle Release Strap Release Levers OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CLIMATE CONTROLS Rotate Blower Control Rotate Mode Push A C Push Air Rotate Temp Control Control Button Recirc Button Air Recirculation lt S gt 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 e Recirculation is not allowed in defrost floor defrost floor 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
45. r Information Center vo D s Power Locks Turn Signal Lights Lever Hood Release AV RBA ANDO EF UE A Y ILE Y A A E Power Windows Wiper Washer Lever Audio System non touch screen radio shown SWITCH PANEL Heated Seats Rear Window Defroster Hazard Switch Traction Control System Climate Controls Transmission Gear Selector Front Power Outlet B L c n 5 Fuel Door Location Fuel Gauge y m 41 a Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights 0 Low Fuel Warning Light Charging System Light 7 Oil Pressure Warning Light Anti Lock Brake ABS Light AF Airbag Warning Light D Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Light E Engine Temperature Warning Light A Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE Brake Warning Light Ue Malfunction Indicator Light MIL Traction Control System TCS Indicator Light RPM R ND Y W RAAE Indicators lt Turn Signal Indicators D High Beam Indicator FO Front Fog Light Indicator Vehicle Security Indicator CRUISE Cruise Indicator Odometer Messages door Door Ajar gASCAP Fuel Cap Fault gate Liftgate Ajar LoW TirE Low Tire Pressure If equipped Bulb Check with Key On KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Unlock Doors Liftgate Press the LOCK button once to lock all th
46. r and release when a single wipe is desired Rear Wiper Wiper Operation e Rotate the center portion of the lever forward to the first detent for rear wiper operation Washer Operation Rotate the center portion of the lever past the first detent to activate the rear washer OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL LEVER Cruise ON OFF Push ON OFF Button 1 Push the ON OFF button to activate the Speed Control e CRUISE will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on e Push the ON OFF button a second time to turn the system off WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the Electronic Speed Control system off when you are not using it Set e With Speed Control on push down and release the lever to set a desired speed WARNING Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control An accident could be the result Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery Accel Decel Push and hold the lever up to accelerate or down to decelerate the vehicle release the lever to save the new set speed e Once a speed is s
47. r by calling 1 300 390 4038 US or 1 800 387 1143 Canada Visa Master Card American Express and Discover orders are accepted If you prefer mailing your order please call the above numbers for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manuals no P O Boxes REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE 50 UNITED STATES AND WASHINGTON D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying the manufacturer If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists ina group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 tili 1380074249153 or go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a Safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department immediately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian gove
48. r in PARK e Turn OFF the ignition Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 33 Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position For example if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehicle while the vehicle is being jacked Jacking Instructions WARNING Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the parking brake firmly and shift the transmission into PARK Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare tires flat or inflated are securely stowed spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the stowage bag NOTE If equipped with a center cap that covers the wheel nuts pry off the cap using the small end of the lug wrench To reinstall the cap make sure it is properly l
49. rnment should write to Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE TIRE WARRANTY Tire Limited Warranty And Adjustment Policy When a tire is removed from service due to a covered warranty condition under a tire manufacturer s Limited VVarranty Program you may be eligible for a free tire replacement or a comparable new tire on a prorated basis Certain conditions such as irregular wear or tire damage due to road hazards collision improper inflation intentional alteration and misuse are excluded from the Limited Warranty Program The Limited Warranty Program expires when your tires either wear to a specified tread depth and or after a period of time from the date of purchase as stated in the Tire Warranty on the DVD NOTE Refer to the Tire Warranty on the DVD for specific information relating to the manufacturer s limited warranty for the tires installed on your vehicle If you have any questions regarding the limited tire warranty coverage contact your local authorized dealer or your local authorized tire dealer I Disclaimer THE TIRE MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM THE DETAILS OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND ON THE OWNERS MANUAL DVD THE TIRE MANUFACTURER S WEBSITE OR AT ANY AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES OR WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWIS
50. ry will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting 39 pus 1 0 e JNOYUM LON OP pus 1 0 e JNOYUM LON punoJs y UO S UM 3401 pasiey SI UM O Y WY GZ p x jou 1SNW p ds Pulmo au pue ul GZ IU G p x JOU 15 p l AB I q 99DUBISIP 9Y1 IVWYLNANx p sn 929 Aew POUISN p pu ululo2 M Ul 9 ISNW JHUS Aay Y UM p sn ag Aew POUISN p pu ululo2 M 111 4 LON Aay e moy3Mm punoJb punold y 440 p pu dsns y UO SI UM SJooum PUNOJ v UO SJ JYM pasiey S UM 3401 Ile buimoL poq3e 4 Ile PUIMOL 3213 za 121H3A 0318510 V JAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control turn the system OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud sand or snow it can often be moved by a rocking motion Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE Using the least accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels is most effective WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or fail
51. ure A tire could explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h when you are stuck Do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transaxle overheating and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h 41 TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER EDR This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations Such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened e How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which a crash and injuries occur NOTE EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non trivial crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data
52. ver 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 e 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 14 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS LEVER Dimmer Fog Lights Push Lever for High Beams Headlights Parking Lights e Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights 200 and to the second detent for headlights ED instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brig
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