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Chrysler 2006 PT Cruiser Owner's Manual

Chrysler 2006 PT Cruiser Owner's Manual (464 pages)

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Brand: Chrysler | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.07 MB

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

3
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

9
- A Word about Your Keys
  13
  - Ignition Key Removal
    13
  - Locking Doors with the Key
    14
  - Key-In-Ignition Reminder
    15
- Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
  13
- Sentry Key
  15
  - Replacement Keys
    16
  - Sentry Key Programming
    17
  - General Information
    17
- Door Locks
  18
- Steering Wheel Lock - if Equipped
  18
- Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan)
  24
- Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
  25
- Remote Keyless Entry (Convertible)
  31
  - To Unlock the Doors
    31
  - To Lock the Doors
    32
  - To Unlatch the Deck Lid
    33
  - Panic Alarm
    33
  - Using the Panic Alarm
    33
  - To Turn off "Flash Lights with Lock
    33
  - To Program Additional Transmitters
    34
  - General Information
    35
  - Transmitter Battery Service
    35
- Security Alarm System - if Equipped
  36
  - To Set the Alarm
    36
  - To Disarm the System
    37
  - Security System Manual Override
    37
- Liftgate (Sedan)
  38
- Deck Lid (Convertible)
  39
  - Power Deck Lid Release
    40
- Emergency Seat Back Release (Sedan)
  40
- Emergency Deck Lid Release Latch (Convertible)
  41
- Power Windows
  42
  - Auto down Feature
    43
  - Rear Window Switches
    44
  - Wind Buffeting
    44
- Occupant Restraints (Sedan)
  44
- Occupant Restraints (Convertible)
  80
  - Lap/Shoulder Belts
    81
  - Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
    86
  - Seat Belt Pretensioners
    87
  - Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
    88
  - (Beltalert)
    88
  - Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
    89
  - Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental
    89
  - Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag
    89
  - Child Restraint
    105
- Engine Break-In Recommendations
  113
  - Safety Tips
    114
  - Exhaust Gas
    114
  - Vehicle
    114
  - Outside the Vehicle
    115
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

117
- Convertible Top Operation
  121
- Mirrors
  133
- Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - if Equipped
  136
  - Operations
    138
  - Phone Call Features
    145
  - Uconnect™ System Features
    147
  - Advanced Phone Connectivity
    152
  - Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ System
    154
- Seats
  159
  - Front Seat Adjustment
    159
  - Power Seat Adjuster - if Equipped
    160
  - Manual Lumbar-If Equipped
    162
  - Folding Front Passenger Seat - if Equipped
    162
  - Driver's Seat Back Tilt-If Equipped
    163
  - Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System) (Convertible)
    163
  - Adjustable Head Restraints
    164
  - Heated Seats - if Equipped
    165
  - Folding Rear Seat (Sedan)
    166
  - Folding Rear Seat (Convertible)
    168
  - Tumbling Rear Seat (Sedan)
    169
  - Tumbling Rear Seat (Convertible)
    171
  - Rear Seat Removal (Sedan)
    175
- To Open and Close the Hood
  177
- Lights
  178
  - Map/Reading Lights (Sedan)
    178
  - Map/Reading Lights (Convertible)
    179
  - Interior Lights
    180
  - Multi-Function Control Lever
    181
  - Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights
    182
  - Daytime Running Lights (DRL)(Canada Only)
    182
  - Lights-On Reminder
    182
  - Fog Lights - if Equipped
    183
  - Turn Signals
    183
  - Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
    183
  - Passing Light
    183
- Windshield Wipers and Washers
  184
  - Windshield Washers
    184
  - Mist Feature
    184
  - Windshield Wiper Operation
    185
  - Intermittent Wiper System
    185
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer (Sedan Models Only)
    186
- Tilt Steering Column
  187
- Traction Control Switch - if Equipped
  188
- Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
  189
  - To Activate
    189
  - To Set at a Desired Speed
    190
  - To Deactivate
    190
  - To Resume Speed
    190
  - To Vary the Speed Setting
    190
  - Manual Transaxle
    191
  - To Accelerate for Passing
    191
- Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
  192
  - Programming the Universal Transceiver
    194
  - Rolling Code" Programming
    196
  - Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
    197
  - Operation
    198
  - Reprogramming a Single Button
    198
  - Security
    198
- Power Sunroof - if Equipped
  199
  - Express Open Feature
    200
  - Wind Buffeting
    201
  - Sunroof Maintenance
    201
- Electrical Power Outlets
  201
  - Electrical Outlet Use with Engine off
    204
- Console Features
  204
- Storage
  205
  - Center Console/Armrest Storage bin
    205
  - Storage Pockets
    207
- Rear Shelf Panel- if Equipped
  207
  - Position 1 (Top)
    208
  - Position 2 (Middle)
    209
  - Position 3 (Floor)
    209
  - Position 4 (Vertical)
    210
  - Position 5 (Table)
    210
- Roof Luggage Rack - if Equipped
  212
Understanding Your Instrument Panel

215
- Instrument Panel Features
  218
- Instrument Cluster-Base
  219
- Instrument Cluster-Premium
  220
- Instrument Cluster-Turbo
  221
- Instrument Cluster Descriptions
  222
- Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)-If Equipped
  229
  - EVIC Functions
    231
  - Compass/Temperature/Audio
    231
  - Average Fuel Economy
    232
  - Distance to Empty (DTE)
    232
  - Elapsed Time
    232
  - Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
    232
- Setting the Analog Clock
  238
- Radio General Information
  239
  - Radio Broadcast Signals
    239
  - Two Types of Signals
    239
  - Electrical Disturbances
    239
  - AM Reception
    239
  - FM Reception
    239
- Sales Code REF - AM/FM/CD (Single Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio and Hands Free Phone Capability
  240
- Sales Code RAQ - AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, and Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES) Capabilities
  248
- Satellite Radio - if Equipped
  261
  - System Activation
    262
- Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
  262
- Selecting a Channel
  263
- Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, and RAQ, Radios
  263
- PTY Button Scan
  264
- PTY Button Seek
  264
- Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels
  264
- Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if Equipped)
  264
- CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
  265
- Satellite Antenna
  265
  - Reception Quality
    265
- Climate Controls
  266
  - Operating Tips
    271
- Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
  266
- Rear Window Features
  273
  - Electric Rear Window Defroster
    273
  - Rear Wiper/Washer Switch - if Equipped
    274
  - Adding Washer Fluid
    275
Starting and Operating

277
- Starting Procedures
  280
  - Automatic Transaxle
    280
  - Manual Transaxle
    280
  - Normal Starting
    280
  - Extremely Cold Weather (below 20°F or 29°C)
    281
  - If Engine Fails to Start
    281
  - After Starting
    282
  - Turbocharger "Cool down
    282
- Automatic Transaxle - if Equipped
  284
- Autostick - if Equipped
  289
  - Autostick Operation
    289
  - Autostick General Information
    289
- Manual Transaxle Operation
  290
  - 2.4 Liter Turbo- if Equipped
    292
  - Recommended Shift Speeds
    292
  - Downshifting
    293
- Parking Brake
  294
- Brake System
  296
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - if Equipped
    297
- Power Steering
  299
- Traction Control - if Equipped
  300
- Tire Safety Information
  302
  - Tire Markings
    302
  - Tire Identification Number (TIN)
    306
  - Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
    307
- Tires-General Information
  311
  - Tire Pressure
    311
  - Tire Inflation Pressures
    312
  - Radial-Ply Tires
    314
  - Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
    315
  - Limited Use Spare - if Equipped
    316
  - Tire Spinning
    316
  - Tread Wear Indicators
    317
  - Life of Tire
    318
  - Replacement Tires
    318
  - Alignment and Balance
    319
- Snow Tires
  320
- Tire Chains
  320
- Tire Rotation Recommendations
  321
- Fuel Requirements
  322
  - L Standard Engine and 2.4L Standard Turbo Engine
    322
  - 2.4L High Output Turbo Engine
    322
  - Reformulated Gasoline
    323
  - Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
    323
  - MMT in Gasoline
    324
  - Materials Added to Fuel
    324
  - Fuel System Cautions
    324
  - Carbon Monoxide Warnings
    325
- Adding Fuel
  326
  - Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
    326
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
    328
- Trailer Towing
  329
  - Common Towing Definitions
    330
  - Trailer Hitch Classification
    332
  - Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
    332
  - Trailer and Tongue Weight
    333
  - Towing Requirements
    334
  - Towing Tips
    339
- Vehicle Loading
  329
- Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
  340
  - Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing with All Four Wheels on the Ground)
    340
What to Do in Emergencies

343
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  344
- If Your Engine Overheats
  344
- Jacking and Tire Changing
  346
  - Jack Location
    347
  - Spare Tire Stowage
    347
  - Preparations for Jacking
    348
  - Jacking Instructions
    349
- Jump-Starting Procedures Due to a Low Battery
  351
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  353
  - Acceleration
    353
  - Traction
    354
- Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
  354
- Towing a Disabled Vehicle
  355
  - With Ignition Key
    355
  - Without the Ignition Key
    356
- Convertible Top Manual Override
  357
Maintaining Your Vehicle

359
- 2.4L Turbo Engine Compartment
  362
- 2.4L Engine Compartment
  363
- Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
  364
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
    364
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
  365
- Replacement Parts
  366
- Dealer Service
  367
- Maintenance Procedures
  367
- Engine Oil
  368
- Catalytic Converter
  372
- Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tension
  372
- Ignition Wiring System
  372
- Spark Plugs
  372
- Air Cleaner Element (Filter)
  374
- Crankcase Emission Control System
  374
- Engine Timing Belt
  374
- Fuel Filter
  374
- Maintenance-Free Battery
  375
- Air Conditioner Maintenance
  377
- Front Suspension Ball Joints
  378
- Power Steering - Fluid Check
  378
- Body Lubrication
  379
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  379
- Windshield Washer Reservoir
  380
- Exhaust System
  381
- Cooling System
  382
- Fuel System Connections
  387
- Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
  387
- Brake System
  388
- Automatic Transaxle
  391
  - Manual Transaxle
    394
  - Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
    395
- Convertible Top Care
  400
  - Washing
    400
  - General Cleaning
    401
  - Cloth Top Additional Cleaning Procedure
    402
  - Cloth Top Protection
    402
  - Weather Strip Care
    402
- Integrated Power Module (IPM)
  403
- Vehicle Storage
  406
- Replacement Bulbs
  407
- Bulb Replacement
  408
- Headlight Bulb Replacement
  408
- Front Fog Lights - if Equipped
  409
- Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights
  409
- Back up Light Bulb
  410
  - Center High Mounted Stop Light
    410
- Tail/Stop, and Rear Turn Signal Lights
  410
- Fluids and Capacities
  411
- Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
  412
  - Engine
    412
  - Chassis
    413
Maintenance Schedules

415
- Emission Control System Maintenance
  416
- Maintenance Schedule
  416
- Schedule "B"-All Engines
  419
- Schedule "A"-Non Turbo
  429
- Schedule "A"-Turbo
  433
If You Need Consumer Assistance

439
- If You Need Assistance
  440
- Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
  440
  - Prepare for the Appointment
    440
  - Prepare a List
    440
  - Be Reasonable with Requests
    440
- Mopar Parts
  443
- Reporting Safety Defects
  443
  - In Canada
    443
- Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
  443
- Publication Order Forms
  444
- Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
  445
  - Treadwear
    445
  - Traction Grades
    445
  - Temperature Grades
    446

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Chrysler 2006 PT Cruiser Specifications

Chrysler 2006 PT Cruiser Specifications (6 pages)

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