2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owner Manual - Page 41
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Manual
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with temperature, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather. DECK LID (CONVERTIBLE) Gas props support the deck lid in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with temperature, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the deck lid in cold weather. POWER DECK LID RELEASE (Convertible) You can open the deck lid by pressing the Remote Keyless Entry Button or from inside the vehicle, using the switch located inside the glove box. On vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the power deck lid release switch is disabled if the doors are locked, or if vehicle speed exceeds 0 mph (0 km/h), or when the clutch pedal is depressed. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, the power deck lid release switch is disabled if the doors are locked, or the transmission is out of PARK. 2 WARNING! • Driving with the deck lid open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the deck lid closed when you are operating the vehicle. • If you are required to drive with the deck lid open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.