2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owners Manual

2010 OWNER’ S MANUAL PT Cruiser SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . .9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . 79 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 STARTING AND OPERATING 189 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . 259 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 275 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . 319 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 339 INDEX INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction . 4 How To Use This Manual 4 Warnings And Cautions .

User and Operator’s Vehicle Manual Guide. Free Auto PDF Manual Download. Years covered by this manual: 2010.

6 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations 7 1 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality – all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet, located on the DVD, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about your satisfaction. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects. 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. INTRODUCTION 5 1 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures 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 INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 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. 1 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys . 12 Ignition Key Removal 12 Locking Doors With a Key . 14 Key-In-Ignition Reminder . 14 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped . 14 To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel 14 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock 14 Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System — If Equipped 15 Sentry Key — If Equipped . 15 Replacement Keys . 16 Sentry Key Programming . 17 General Information . 18 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped 18 To Set The Alarm . 18 To Disarm The Alarm 19 Security System Manual Override . 19 2 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 20 Power Windows . 31 Auto-Down Feature . 32 Rear Window Switches . 32 Wind Buffeting . 33 Liftgate . 33 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate . 20 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 21 To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock ” . 22 Panic Alarm . 22 To Program Additional Transmitters 23 General Information . 25 Transmitter Battery Replacement 25 Door Locks . 26 Manual Door Locks . 26 Power Door Locks 28 Child Protection Door Lock System — If Equipped . 30 Occupant Restraints . 34 Lap/Shoulder Belts 36 Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure . 42 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Seat Belt Anchorage 43 Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If Equipped . 43 Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE