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Question posted by isles94 on October 11th, 2011

Anti Freeze Reservoir

Over 2 weeks I have been driving my pt cruiser to and from work and the anti freeze reservoir spits antifreeze out of the side drain tube or it looks like it backs up to the top and overflows from the top but the car runs fine and the car does not overheat at all. Help

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Owner Manual - Page 130

... PARK position. NOTE: If the front wiper is operating when the ignition is restarted, the wipers will automatically return to an accident. Pull the lever back up or down, as desired. Sudden loss of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before and during windshield washer use.

Owner Manual - Page 168

...as soon as possible if this manual for more information). In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will appear the next time the vehicle is started. If the bulb does not.... (Refer to immediate loss of this occurs. If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may illuminate the MIL after engine start . 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL GASCAP ...

Owner Manual - Page 169

... off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), or Traction Control System (TCS). 15. See an authorized dealer. 13. While driving, ease up on , it means that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir. 4 Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If...

Owner Manual - Page 170

...run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may have failed. Driving a vehicle with the ABS Light. You could have service performed, and the brake fluid level checked. Have the vehicle checked immediately. The vehicle should have an accident. Vehicles equipped with the Anti...light will turn on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic ...

Owner Manual - Page 172

...restore the benefits of the brake system is not functioning and that the Anti-Lock portion of Anti-Lock brakes. Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil ...pressure. If Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for as long as possible to the ON position and may stay on while driving...

Owner Manual - Page 222

... Surfaces ...234 ▫ Acceleration ...234 ▫ Traction ...235 Ⅵ Driving Through Water ...235 ▫ Flowing/Rising Water ...236 ▫ Shallow Standing Water ...236 Ⅵ Power Steering ...238 ▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ...238 Ⅵ Parking Brake ...239 Ⅵ Brake System ...241 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - If Equipped ...244 Ⅵ Tire...

Owner Manual - Page 244

... wheel lock-up. WARNING! • Pumping of others. The system automatically "pumps" the brakes during severe braking conditions to an accident. 242 STARTING AND OPERATING ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) - WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. •...

Owner Manual - Page 245

...the ABS Light remain on when the ignition switch is working properly. However, the conventional brake system will come on , the Anti-Lock brakes (ABS) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (...stay on while driving, it may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti-Lock: • The ABS motor running (it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of Anti-Lock brakes. These...

Owner Manual - Page 246

...tires must be susceptible to produce accurate signals for the computer. TCS OFF Switch A pushbutton at the center of anti-lock braking capability. WARNING! When this occurs the TCS indicator lamp located above the instrument cluster odometer will improve.... These are all normal characteristics of ABS. The system operates at the driving (front) wheels by reducing tire spin.

Owner Manual - Page 247

... is always in the "ON" mode unless The TCS OFF switch has been used to turn the system off the TCS Indicator light. There is a Anti-Lock Brake System malfunction; DOT Safety Standards Code (TIN) 2 - TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE: Extended heavy use of the brake system and is a normal...

Owner Manual - Page 323

...be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. 7...waxes or road film and help reduce streaking and smearing. Fill the reservoir with petroleum products such as MOPAR௡ Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into... will remove accumulations of contact with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for fluid level at regular intervals. MAINTAINING...

Owner Manual - Page 326

... WARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to start at any accumulation of freezing weather, where applicable). If... of the A/C condenser for prolonged period. If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is temperature controlled and can be drained, flushed and refilled with any spark plug wires disconnected for any time...

Owner Manual - Page 329

... to ensure that it is the owner's responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing, according to the temperatures occurring in the cooling system. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is hot or under pressure. • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your...

Owner Manual - Page 331

...overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the radiator and in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. 7 If...contains aluminum components. • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. • Keep the front of the radiator...

Owner Manual - Page 332

...fluid level should be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Driving with a manual transaxle, the Brake Fluid Reservoir supplies fluid to brake failure and possibly an accident. Brake Fluid ...Clean the top of fluid is equipped with your foot resting or riding on the brake fluid reservoir. The manual WARNING! You wouldn't have your vehicle is not recommended because it may be ...

Owner Manual - Page 333

If the Brake Fluid Reservoir is unidentified as to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts", found later in this section, for ...life of a leak in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in the Hydraulic Clutch Release System. You could have an accident. 7 WARNING! WARNING! Improper brake fluids may ...

Owner Manual - Page 354

... not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Brake Master Cylinder/Manual Transmission Clutch System Power Steering Reservoir Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR௡ ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid MOPAR௡ ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid MOPAR௡ DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should...

Owner Manual - Page 358

... SCHEDULES A I At Each Stop for proper fit. Once a Month • Check tire pressure and look for correct operation. • Check rubber seals on level ground will improve the N accuracy of the ...is shut off. Checking the oil level N A while the vehicle is on each side of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and transaxle, and add as required. • Check the fluid levels of the...

Owner Manual - Page 394

... Alarm, Panic ...23 Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...19 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...7 Antenna, Satellite Radio ...209 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...325,326,350,351 Capacities ...350 Disposal ...328 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...242 Anti-Lock Warning Light ...170 Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...19 Appearance Care ...335 Assistance Towing ...94 Auto Down Power Windows...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 12

... to your vehicle. This guide has been prepared to help personalize your vehicle, visit www.mopar.com or your local Chrysler dealer. 81-316-0999 PT Cruiser First Printing Quick Reference Guide www.chrysler.com Chrysler is not a substitute for your new Chrysler and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions...