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Cooling System

WARNING!

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When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
key is in the ON position.

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You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, don’t open
the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap
when the radiator is hot.

Coolant Checks

Check coolant protection every 12 months (before the
onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If the cool-
ant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be
drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant.

Check the front of the radiator and condenser for an
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. Clean the radiator and
condenser by gently spraying water from a garden hose
at the back of the radiator core.

Check the recovery bottle tank tubing for condition and
tightness of connection at the bottle and radiator. Inspect
the entire system for leaks.

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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Summary of Contents for 2005 Crossfire

Page 1: ...EHICLE 7 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 49 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 97 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 129 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 171 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 195 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 247 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 257 10 INDEX 273 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 䡵 How To Use This Manual 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 6 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 6 1 ...

Page 4: ... vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained technicians and genuine Mopar威 parts and is interested in your satisfaction 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 h...

Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION 5 1 ...

Page 6: ...al you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is located be neath the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label as a convenient record of your vehicle ...

Page 7: ...1 Central Locking Switch 12 Automatic Central Locking 13 General Notes On The Central Locking System 13 Emergency Unlocking Feature 14 Start Lockout 14 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry 14 To Unlock The Doors 14 To Lock The Doors 15 Panic Alarm 15 To Use The Panic Alarm 16 General Information 16 Transmitter Battery Service 16 䡵 Security Alarm System 17 Tow Away Alarm 18 䡵 Decklid Internal Emergency Release R...

Page 8: ...lder Belts 22 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 27 Seat Belt Extender 27 Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbag 28 Child Restraint 39 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 46 䡵 Safety Tips 46 Exhaust Gas 46 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 47 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 47 8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 9: ...eves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended NOTE To avoid discharging the battery the key must be removed from the ignition when the vehicle is parked Keys Included with your vehicle are two remote controls with folding keys The remote control operates all locks on the vehicle including the locking fuel filler door To release the key from...

Page 10: ...e cannot be started and START and ERROR are shown in the odometer display field the system is not operational Contact an authorized dealer Ignition Key Removal Turn the key to the LOCK position and remove the key NOTE For vehicles with automatic transmissions if you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK the key may become trapped temporarily in the key cylinder If this occ...

Page 11: ...e doors can be locked when the doors are closed by either manually pressing the button down at the top of the door panel pressing and releasing the bottom portion of the central locking switch located in the console or by pressing and releasing the Lock transmit button on the key fob Also by turning the key clockwise in the driver s door both doors liftgate decklid fuel filler door and center cons...

Page 12: ...and the alarm will come on The other door the rear liftgate decklid fuel filler door and center console roadster only will remain locked NOTE In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individu ally To lock turn the key in the driver s door lock clockwise or push down the lock buttons To unlock turn the key in the driver s door lock counterclockwise...

Page 13: ...tic central locking feature and neither door is opened the doors remain unlocked even at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph 15 km h or more NOTE If you attempt to lock the doors with the key in the ignition and the driver s door open the doors will not lock General Notes On the Central Locking System If the key in the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position the vehicle cannot be locked or unl...

Page 14: ...tional Contact an autho rized dealer REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This feature allows you to lock or unlock the vehicle from remote locations using a hand held transmitter located in the key fob You don t have to point the transmitter at the vehicle to activate the system The vehicle doors rear liftgate decklid fuel filler door and center console road ster only can be locked and unlocked using the remote ...

Page 15: ...e doors and liftgate decklid can be locked or unlocked by pressing the central locking switch located in the center console If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing the transmit button then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the remote control Panic Alarm The panic alarm unlocks the driver s door turns on the interior lights flashes the foglights and sounds the horn for ...

Page 16: ...part 15 Opera tion is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement Lithium battery is Pana sonic威 CR 2025 or equivalent To change the batteries Press release button 2 on the key fob...

Page 17: ...iftgate decklid hood and ignition for unauthorized operation The se curity alarm system is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control or any of your vehicle s keys by locking or unlocking the vehicle The antitheft alarm is armed within approximately 10 seconds after locking the vehicle A blinking light in the tow away alarm switch indicates that the alarm is armed Once the alarm syste...

Page 18: ...ediately lowered To cancel the alarm insert the key into the ignition switch or press a transmit button on the key fob To prevent triggering the tow away alarm feature when parking on a surface subject to movement such as a ferry switch off the tow away alarm To do so turn the key in the ignition switch to the OFF LOCK or ACC position or remove the key from the ignition switch Press the tow away a...

Page 19: ...low the minimum threshold during the convertible top operation the Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function WARNING The Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function during the convertible top operation NOTE As a security measure a Decklid Internal Emer gency Release lever is built into the decklid latching mechanism In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk the de...

Page 20: ...d release the window lowers to the fully open position To interrupt the procedure briefly press the switch again and release When closing the windows be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing proce dure WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition switch and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an...

Page 21: ...s to the rear cargo area by climbing into the rear cargo area from outside Always close the liftgate decklid when your vehicle is unattended Once in the cargo area young children may have difficulty leaving the vehicle If trapped in the cargo area children can die from suffocation or heat stroke OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint system...

Page 22: ...are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you This can happen far away from home or on your street Research has shown that seat belts save lives They also can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts provide protection from tha...

Page 23: ...in side impacts rear collisions or other accidents without suffi cient frontal or rear impact forces the emergency tension ing retractors will not be activated The driver and passenger will then be protected by the fastened seat belts and inertia reel in the usual manner WARNING Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are...

Page 24: ...latch plate is above the back of your seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 25: ...at a snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision 6 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 7 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow it ...

Page 26: ...aced behind you will not pro tect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together WARNING A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear ...

Page 27: ... across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended an authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not ...

Page 28: ... driver and passenger doors Side airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection WARNING Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you These protective covers are designed to open only when the airbags are inflated Do not place objects be...

Page 29: ...enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt see section on Child Restraint should be secured in child safety seats or booster seats that are appropriate for the child s age height and weight Older children who do not use child safety seats or booster seats should ride properly buckled Never allow children to place the shoulder belt behind them or under the arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old m...

Page 30: ...ng your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel The side airbags also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door Sit upright in the center of the seat Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following Airbag control module and internal crash sensor AIRBAG readiness light Driver and passenger frontal airbag inflator units Driver and passenger side airbag infla...

Page 31: ...rns the light off If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the light either momentarily or continuously depending on the condition that is present at the time The airbag inflator units are in the center of the steering wheel and in the instrument panel The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers WARNING Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel could me...

Page 32: ...in the driver and passenger The airbag gas is vented through the airbag material towards the instrument panel In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle The knee impact bolster helps protect the knees and working with the seat belts position you for the best interaction with the airbags If a Deployment Occurs WARNING Deployed airbags can t protect you in another coll...

Page 33: ...mediately As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the nontoxic nitrogen gas used for airbag inflation These airborne particles may irri tate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues...

Page 34: ...ARNING Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to manually open them You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you These protective covers are designed to open only when the airbags are inflated Do not attach cup holders or any other objects on or around the door The inflating side airbag could drive the objects into occu...

Page 35: ...ted See your authorized dealer for service WARNING The door mounted side airbag deploys with con siderable force Being too close to the door panel during airbag deployment could cause serious injury or death All occupants must be in the appropriate restraint for their size and age especially children 12 and under To help avoid the potential for serious injury and death should the side airbag be ac...

Page 36: ...ith a medical condition which makes pas senger airbag inflation deployment a greater risk for the passenger than the risk of hitting the dashboard instrument panel or windshield in a crash If the airbag is turned off when there is any other occupant at that position the supplemental restraint provided by the airbag will not be available To turn OFF the passenger front airbag use the on off switch ...

Page 37: ...g Place the ignition key in the on off switch turn the key clockwise and remove the key from the switch This will shut off the passenger front airbag The air bag will remain off until the switch is turned back to the ON position The switch does NOT turn off the side airbag THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 2 ...

Page 38: ...tem could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured because the airbag is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the airbag covers Do not modify the front bumper or vehicle body structure You need proper knee impact protection in a collision Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the kne...

Page 39: ...n 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 missile 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 b...

Page 40: ...ection Rearward facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger airbag unless the airbag is turned off An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position WARNING A rearward facing infant restraint must not be used unless the passenger airbag has been shut off A rearward facing infant restraint may be struck by a deployi...

Page 41: ...forward facing direction are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and who are older than one year These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system See LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System section The belt positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle...

Page 42: ... from the child restraint to the vehicle structure LATCH compatible child restraints are now available Installing the LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint These are general instructions and not all child restraint sys tems will be installed exactly as described here Again carefully follow t...

Page 43: ... loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages Next you can attach the tether strap to the anchor by moving the passenger seat forward Route the child restraint tether directly over the top of the seat through the strap near the top of the seat back and attach the hook to the anchor bar Recline ...

Page 44: ...ully after child restraint removal normal emergency locking retractor action is restored Any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary If your child restraint is equipped with a tether strap attach it to the vehicle by first moving the seat back fully forward Next route the child restraint tether directly over the top of the seat through t...

Page 45: ...pright position Remove slack from the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s directions WARNING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Transporting Pets Deploying airbags could harm your pet An unrestrained...

Page 46: ...SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO follow the safety tips below Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area If it is necessary to si...

Page 47: ...ssing the A C control button selecting the defrost mode and placing the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cra...

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Page 49: ... Storage Compartments 62 Ashtray 63 Coin Holder 64 Power Outlet Cigar Lighter 64 Glove Compartment 65 䡵 Cupholder 65 䡵 Mirrors 66 Inside Day Night Mirror 66 Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature 66 Heated Remote Control Mirrors 66 Outside Mirrors 66 Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors 67 Vanity Mirrors 68 䡵 Seats 68 Driver Eight Way Power Seat 68 Passenger Four Way Power Seat 69 Heated Seats 70 3 ...

Page 50: ...r Switch 76 Passing Light 76 Windshield Wipers And Washer 77 Mist Function 78 䡵 Telescoping Steering Column 79 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System 80 䡵 Rear Spoiler 82 䡵 Brake Assist System BAS 85 䡵 Electronic Stability Program ESP 86 Synchronizing ESP 88 䡵 Electronic Speed Control 88 To Vary The Speed Setting 90 To Deactivate 90 To Resume Speed 91 Using Speed Control On Hills 91 䡵 Garage Door Opener 9...

Page 51: ... Erasing Universal Transceiver Buttons 95 Reprogramming a Single Button 96 Security 96 䡵 Umbrella Hook 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 51 3 ...

Page 52: ... operation will cease and an audible warning will sound The top operation can be resumed after the vehicle is below the maximun speed by pressing the convertible top switch again WARNING Before operating the switch for the convertible top make sure that no persons can be injured by the moving parts convertible top frame and tonneau cover Hands must never be placed near the sport bar convertible to...

Page 53: ...in to sound continuously At the end of this period hydraulic pressure will be released and the top and tonneau cover will slowly collapse In order to re initialize the top cycle the tonneau cover must be lowered to its full open position manually Hands should be kept away from moving parts of the top compart ment mechanism to avoid injury as hydraulic pres sure is reestablished The hydraulic press...

Page 54: ...es CAUTION To fully insure that no damage occurs be sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop before attempting to lower or raise the top NOTE If the top stops during the raising or lowering procedure start the engine and continue operation 1 Make sure the rear cargo compartment divider is unfolded and secured in the vertical position If the divider is in its stowed position first unfold the pan...

Page 55: ...ithout the ignition turned ON The side windows can be damaged if the doors are opened or closed with the windows up and the top released from the winshield header 3 Turn the ignition key to the ON RUN position 4 Unlock the top from the windshield header by push ing the latch handle release button pulling the latch handle down and turning it clockwise one quarter turn UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF ...

Page 56: ...steps will prevent the top from operating with the convertible top switch and will cause an audible information signal to sound 6 Push down on the rear of the convertible top switch to begin top operation The rear of the top will unlatch and the tonneau cover will open before the top begins to fold Hold the switch down until the convertible top is com pletely lowered into its storage compartment a...

Page 57: ...st be dry before lowering it into the storage compartment Do not lower a frozen convertible top until thawed and dry Doing so may result in damage not covered by the DaimlerChrysler Limited Warranty CAUTION Do not place anything on the tonneau cover The tonneau cover must never be used as a seating area To Raise The Top 1 Make sure the rear cargo compartment divider is still secured in the vertica...

Page 58: ...cover will then close and the rear of the top will close and latch At the completion of this cycle a single audible signal will sound NOTE If the top is latched to the windshield header before the rear of the top is properly latched an udible warning will sound 5 Push the latch handle release button pull the latch handle down from the storage position and turn it clockwise just over one quarter tu...

Page 59: ...ossible accidents drive the vehicle only with the convertible top either completely closed and locked or fully lowered into its storage compart ment 8 Once the top has been raised and locked the cargo compartment divider can be unhooked and folded for ward to increase the cargo compartment capacity Follow the steps shown on the label affixed to the decklid trim CAUTION Once the cargo compartment d...

Page 60: ...heard Roof reaches fully open posi tion Roof reaches fully closed po sition Convertible top switch lamp flashes slowly and a slow audible beep is heard Decklid open Cargo compartment divider not secured in vertical posi tion Top latched at winshield header Top unlatched but not re leased from windshield header Vehicle speed greater than 9 mph 15 km h while trying to operate the top Battery voltage...

Page 61: ...S The console has a power outlet cigar lighter an ash tray with a coin holder a cupholder and the passenger airbag light In addition there are switches to control the heated seats rear spoiler electronic stability program ESP hazard flashers central locking rear defroster and tow ing alarm Operating controls for the heating and air conditioning systems power windows power mirrors convertible top s...

Page 62: ...e lower the lid until the lock engages A cargo net for storage is located in the footwell area on the passenger side Additionally storage pockets are located on the wall behind each seat and on each door panel A storage pouch is located on the rear wall between the seats and the driver s sunvisor has a document strap 62 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 63: ...pen automatically To remove the ashtray insert pull the ashtray past the detent Hold both sides of the insert and pull up To install the ashtray place it in the frame and push down to engage WARNING Remove the ashtray only with the vehicle stopped and the ignition off Otherwise the vehicle might move unexpectedly as a result of unintended contact with the gear selector lever UNDERSTANDING THE FEAT...

Page 64: ...the console next to the passenger airbag off warning light The power outlet can accommodate a lighter or electrical accessories up to a maximum of 15 amps The outlet is protected by a 15 amp fuse located behind the fuse cover on the left end of the instrument panel The lighter will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON ACC position It heats up when pushed in and pops out automatically...

Page 65: ... downward on the front edge of the top panel and then release The cupholder will open automatically When the cupholder is no longer needed push forward on the top edge of the door and rotate it down into the console until it engages The cupholder is designed to hold beverage containers up to 20 oz 1 L CAUTION Only use containers that fit into the cupholder Overfilled containers could spill during ...

Page 66: ...ve three detent positions full forward full rearward and normal Heated Remote Control Mirrors Both outside mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice when the Rear Window Defroster switch is depressed Outside Mirrors Adjust the outside mirrors to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view seen in the inside mirror WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger ...

Page 67: ...ing the remote control located in the console Rotate the switch to the right to select the right mirror rotate to the left to select the left mirror Then use the switch to adjust the selected mirror to the desired direction UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 3 ...

Page 68: ...nd slide open the mirror cover SEATS Driver Eight Way Power Seat The switches to adjust the power seats are located on the outboard side of each seat The driver s seat features eight way power adjustment horizontal vertical cush ion tilt and back angle 68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 69: ...y Power Seat The switches to adjust the passenger seat are also on the outboard side of the seat The passenger seat provides four way adjustment horizontal and back angle UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 3 ...

Page 70: ...FF setting Indicators on the switches show which setting has been selected The heated seats setting will automatically switch from HI to LO after approximately 5 minutes TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood pull the release lever located inside your vehicle below the instrument panel Then reach under the hood and pull upward on the safety latch and lift the hood 70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURE...

Page 71: ...hes are fully latched before driving INTERIOR LIGHTS A two position mode selector switch controls the interior lights located in the overhead console The AUTO mode turns the lights on when a door is open or ajar or when locking or unlocking the vehicle AUTO mode also has a fade to off feature When the doors are closed or locked they gradually fade off The OFF position turns off the interior lights...

Page 72: ...eturn to their normal function Instrument Panel Lighting With the parking lights or headlights on rotate the dimmer control to the left of the speedometer to increase or decrease brightness of the instrument panel Night Security Illumination For added security when exiting the vehicle after driving with the exterior lights on the lights will switch on again for approximately 30 seconds after closi...

Page 73: ... Lights Where Applicable VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The low beam headlights parking lights side marker lights taillights and license plate lights are automatically switched on whenever the vehicle is started and the transmission gear selector is in a driving position VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION The low beam headlights parking lights side marker lights taillights and license plate l...

Page 74: ...n making your vehicle more visible to passing vehicles To operate the standing lights turn the headlight switch counterclockwise one stop right lamps or two stops left lamps from the OFF position To turn off the standing lights return the headlight switch to the OFF position The standing lights cannot be operated when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position CAUTION Standing lamps are intende...

Page 75: ... the point of resis tance and hold it there To operate the turn signals continuously move the con trol lever up or down past the point of resistance The operation is automatically canceled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree If one of the turn signal lights fail the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster than normal rate If an indicator fails to light wh...

Page 76: ...e lever toward you to switch to low beam Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction control lever toward the steering wheel This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the control lever is released 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 77: ... a switch in the multifunction control lever Turn the end of the lever to select desired wiper speed off intermittent normal or fast Push the end of the lever inward and hold it to activate the wiper and washer together UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 3 ...

Page 78: ...en the windshield is wet WARNING Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 79: ...ing wheel Lock the steering column in position by pushing the handle in until it engages The indicator light in the instrument cluster will go out WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving The telescoping adjustment must be locked while driv ing Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the...

Page 80: ...re Monitor TPM system uses wireless technology to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located inside the vehicle NOTE The TPM system can inform you about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance The TPM system is not intended to provide you with notification of rapid ...

Page 81: ...M setpoint For example tires inflated to the proper cold inflation pressure on a warm day or in a warm garage could illuminate the TPM indicator lamp on the following day if the temperature is very cold ALWAYS check the pressure in your tires if the TPM lamp is illuminated CAUTION The TPM system has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPM system pressures have been establish...

Page 82: ...ler This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation NOTE Changes and modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for complian...

Page 83: ... the top or bottom of the switch will stop the spoiler motion Once the deployment speed is reached however the spoiler deploys to its full up position The spoiler will deploy as a safety precaution if the ESP system detects a large difference in wheel speed between the front and rear wheels This could occur as a result of a speed signal malfunction or could occur if the vehicle is attempting to ac...

Page 84: ...o not drive the vehicle at speeds above 62 mph 100 km h if the red spoiler warning indicator is illumi nated You could have reduced vehicle stability and control WARNING Keep hands and fingers away from the spoiler and spoiler linkage when the spoiler is deploying or retracting The linkage could pinch your fingers and cause serious injury 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 85: ... during emergency braking maneuvers The system applies maximum power boost to the brakes more quickly in emergency braking conditions than might otherwise be afforded solely by the driver s brak ing style This can help reduce braking distances The BAS complements the antilock brake system ABS Ap plying the brakes very quickly results in maximum BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system y...

Page 86: ...ud ing those resulting from excessive speed in turns or hydroplaning Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ESP equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopar dize the user s safety or the safety of others The ESP enhances directional control and reduces driving wheel spin of the vehicle under various dr...

Page 87: ... If the ESP warning light begins to flash during accelera tion ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions When the ESP warning light is illuminated continuously the ESP is switched off To return to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP press the lower half of the switch the ESP warning light ...

Page 88: ...g wheel completely to the left and then rotate the steering wheel completely to the right 4 Bring the steering wheel back to the center position 5 The BAS ESP malfunction indicator light will go out If the BAS ESP malfunction indicator light is still illumi nated the vehicle should be serviced at an authorized dealer ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL The electronic speed control automatically maintains the...

Page 89: ...n and hold the lever to decelerate or press down and release to set a speed 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 system OFF when you are not using it UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 3 ...

Page 90: ...s To increase the speed for passing use the accelerator After the accelerator is released the previously set speed will resume automatically To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the speed control without erasing the memory Pushing the speed control lever forward or turning the key in the ignition switch to the OFF LOCK posit...

Page 91: ...river s foot off the accelerator WARNING Speed control can be dangerous where the system can t maintain a constant speed Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control An accident could be the result Don t use speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery For vehicles with automatic transmission On a downgrade or an upgrade d...

Page 92: ...ion on HomeLink威 call 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com WARNING A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety stan dards This includes most garage door opener mod els manufac...

Page 93: ...urn the ignition to the ON RUN position 3 Erase the factory test codes by pressing the two outside buttons Release the buttons when the light in the overhead console display begins to flash about 20 sec onds NOTE Step 3 does not have to be followed to program additional hand held transmitters 4 Choose one of the three buttons to program Place the hand held controller 1 3 inches 25 76 mm from the u...

Page 94: ... and 3 If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Programming Steps 8 10 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 8 At the garage door opener receiver motor head unit in the garage locate the learn or smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to th...

Page 95: ...er button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by the universal transmitter The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly Proceed with Programming Step 6 to complete Using the Universal Transceiver To operate the universal transceiver simply press and release the programmed button Activatio...

Page 96: ...ight begins to flash This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsib...

Page 97: ...io With Single Disc CD Player 112 Infinity Modulus Entertainment Systems 112 CD Player Operation 116 User Menu 118 User Memory User 1 2 3 118 Mono Stereo 118 Driver L R 119 Telephone Mute Characteristics 119 䡵 Compact Disc Maintenance 120 䡵 Radio Antenna 120 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 120 䡵 Climate Controls 121 Temperature Control 121 Fan Control 122 Basic Setting Heater 122 Basic Setti...

Page 98: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 98 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 99: ...the indicator light comes on It should go out when the engine is running If the indicator light does not go out after starting the engine or if it comes on while driving the fluid reservoir is less than 1 4 filled The reservoir should be refilled at the next opportunity with commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze or water depending on ambi ent temperature The reservoi...

Page 100: ... the recommended pressure on the vehicle s tire label Addi tionally the indicator light will illuminate if a fault has been detected in the TPM system CAUTION The TPM system is designed to monitor your tire pressure and will not function as a tire pressure gauge After adjusting the air pressure in a tire there will be a delay before the system updates the dis play NOTE The TPM system can inform yo...

Page 101: ...e is hot 4 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge shows engine coolant temperature Any read ing between the Hot and Cold gauge marks show that the engine cooling system is operating properly The gauge pointer may show a higher temperature when driving in hot weather up mountain grades or in heavy stop and go traffic If the pointer rises to the red Hot area stop the vehicle and turn off the en...

Page 102: ...ing ease up on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and do not switch off the ESP 8 Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per hour and kilometers per hour 9 Tachometer This gauge shows engine speed in revolutions per minute RPM times 1 000 The red markings on the tachometer indicate excessive engine speed Ease off on the accelerator ...

Page 103: ...cator With the key in the ignition switch turned to the ON RUN position an indicator light comes on It should go out when the engine is running If the indicator light does not go out after starting the engine or if it comes on while driving it indicates a failure in the parking light taillight stoplight or low beam headlight The indicator light will come on when the exterior light fails If a brake...

Page 104: ... with the engine running If the BAS ESP indicator light comes on continuously see an authorized dealer as soon as possible 14 Seat Belt Indicator Light With the key in the ignition the light comes on and a warning sounds for a short time if the driver s seat belt is not fastened After starting the engine the seat belt indicator light blinks and a chime sounds periodically for up to 90 seconds to r...

Page 105: ...ent panel 17 Electronic Digital Clock A digital readout in the instrument cluster shows the time in hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in the ON RUN or ACC position When the ignition switch is in the OFF LOCK position timekeeping is accurately maintained The display can be adjusted with the knob button lo cated to the left of the clock 18 Gear Indicator For automatic transmission ve...

Page 106: ...ng before and after service so that the correct distance can be determined 22 Push Button for Activating the Instrument Cluster Intensity of Instrument Lights for Resetting Trip Odometer and Flexible Service System FSS Indicator Press the knob button to illuminate the display To vary the intensity of the instrument cluster lights rotate the knob button To reset the trip odometer press the knob but...

Page 107: ...more Continue to hold the knob button After approximately 10 seconds a signal sounds and the display shows 7 000 miles Canada 11 000 km for approximately 10 seconds 5 Release the knob button If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset have an authorized dealer correct it The message is displayed for approximately 10 sec onds when turning the key to the ON RUN position or while driving when reaching...

Page 108: ...e display is located on the left side of the instrument cluster below the fuel and engine tempera ture gauges The sensor for the outside temperature indicator is located in the front fascia area Due to its location the sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during idling or slow driving This means that the accuracy of the displayed temperature can only be verified by com parison to a thermo...

Page 109: ...s on while driving have the system checked by an authorized dealer WARNING In the event a malfunction of the airbag is indicated the airbag may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized dealer immediately to have the system checked otherwise the airbag may not be activated when needed in an accident which could result in serious or fatal injury or it mig...

Page 110: ...aler as soon as possible If the vehicle is not driving normally and the Check Engine light flashes or remains on continuously it is an alert to serious conditions that could lead to loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage The vehicle should be serviced at an authorized dealer as soon as possible 27 Brake Wear Indicator Light With the key in the ignition and turned to the ON RUN position...

Page 111: ...The indicated amount of oil must be added to the engine if the message 2 0 Q 2 0L blinks and a signal sounds The HI message indicates that the excess oil must be removed from the pan to avoid possible engine or catalytic converter damage If the ISO oil level icon and clock icon remain on when attempting to check oil level and no message follows or if the low engine oil level warning lamp comes on ...

Page 112: ...l subwoofers mounted in the back panel behind the seats and four door mounted speakers Power Volume Control To activate the audio system press the ON OFF knob on the left If the unit was switched off using the ignition switch it will switch on again with the ignition switch Press the ON OFF knob within three seconds of turning the ignition switch off to prevent the radio from switch ing off The un...

Page 113: ...AR appears which affects FM only Press and hold the AUD button for more than eight seconds until ALL LINEAR appears which affects both radio and CD Mute function MUTE To activate the mute function in all modes and wave bands press the TP button The mute function is cancelled by either pressing the TP button again or by turning the volume control NOTE After six seconds without any action or by pres...

Page 114: ...strong signal To manually step through each frequency or tune in a station with a weaker signal press the MAN button first and then rotate the rotary control right or left Storing FM stations 10 frequencies can be stored on FM 1 and on FM 2 by pressing a multifunction button for three seconds a tone will confirm that the selection was set Scan Search FM SC To activate press the right rotary contro...

Page 115: ...of program types displayed NEWS News Service SOFT Soft Music INFORM Information Programs NOSTALGA Nostalgia SPORTS Sports Reports JAZZ Jazz Music TALK Talk Programs CLASSICL Classical ROCK Rock Music R B R B CLS ROCK Classic Rock SOFT R B Soft R B ADLT HIT Adult Hits LANGUAGE Language Program SOFT RCK Soft Rock REL MUSC Religious Music TOP 40 Top 40 REL TALK Religious Talk COUNTRY Country Music PE...

Page 116: ...onfirm that the selection was set AM AS An autostore feature will store the 9 current stations with the strongest signal on station buttons 1 9 in the order of their signal quality Press the AM button repeatedly until AM AS is displayed to perform an autostore scan Press the multifunction button labeled AS repeatedly until AS SEEK is displayed To select the stored stations press the 1 9 buttons Ge...

Page 117: ... SC Push the right rotary control push button until the display shows SC All tracks are played back for eight seconds each Press the button again to cancel this feature Fast Forward Rewind Press and hold the multifunction button for audible fast forward play Press and hold the multifunction button for audible fast rewind play The relative time is displayed during this operation and continues for a...

Page 118: ...ng either the CD AM FM or TP buttons momentarily User Memory USER 1 2 3 You can program up to three user memories which saves the sound settings and the last received station when the unit is switched off To activate first enter the user menu One of the three users can now be selected by turning the right rotary push button You can also call up the Mono Stereo setting by pressing the right rotary ...

Page 119: ... or DRIVER R is displayed depending on the currently selected setting you may need to turn the knob also for your selection You can also call up the Telephone mute characteristics mode by pressing the right rotary push button at this time Telephone mute characteristics If a telephone with hands free operation is installed the call may be routed through the speaker system This eliminates the need f...

Page 120: ...ome too high RADIO ANTENNA The radio antenna is located in the rear liftgate glass on the coupe vehicles and mounted on the left rear body panel on the roadster vehicles The antenna requires no maintenance RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the operation of a cellular phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy perfor mance from your radio This condition may be lesse...

Page 121: ... The climate control only operates with the engine running The climate control removes a considerable amount of moisture from the air during operation in the air condi tioning mode therefore it is considered normal operation for water to drip on the ground through ducts in the underbody The settings and controls are as follows Temperature Control Use the driver or passenger temperature control to ...

Page 122: ...utlets for the side windows to the detent positions Open center air outlets as desired Select a temperature for each side of the pas senger compartment Select air volume with the fan control switch Then select the panel setting on the air distribution control switch to force air from the panel outlets Select a temperature for each side of the pas senger compartment Select air volume with the fan c...

Page 123: ...onomy NOTE If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected check the front of the A C con denser for an accumulation of dirt or insects Defrosting Set the temperature selectors to the maximum heating position set the fan control to position 5 and the air distribution to the defrost position Close the center air outlets Close the left and right side air outlets Turn the defroster out...

Page 124: ...side windows to the detent position Windshield Fogged Up On Outside Switch on the windshield wipers Set the air distribution control switch to the defrost position Increase air volume with the fan control switch Close the center and right side air outlets Turn the defroster outlets for the side windows to the detent position Ventilation To receive outside air through the panel outlets turn off the...

Page 125: ... several components in the vehicle are consuming power simultaneously or the battery is only partially charged it is possible that the defroster will automati cally turn itself off When this happens the indicator light inside the switch starts blinking As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage the defroster automatically turns itself back on CAUTION To avoid damaging the electrical conductors ...

Page 126: ...CK position or remove Press the recircu lation button The indicator light in the button illumi nates This function selection will not activate if the battery charge level is insufficient To cancel press the recirculation button The indicator light in the button goes out The system will automati cally shut off if you turn the key in the ignition switch to the ON RUN position after approximately 30 ...

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Page 129: ... Transmission Shifting 133 Manual Transmission 133 Recommended Shift Speeds 134 Automatic Transmission 135 Stopping 136 Maneuvering 137 Park Position 137 Reverse 138 Neutral 138 Drive 139 AutoStick威 Gear Selection 139 Gear Ranges 140 Program Mode Selector Switch 140 Emergency Operation Limp Home Mode 141 䡵 Parking Brake 142 䡵 Brake System 144 Brake Assist System BAS 144 5 ...

Page 130: ...nitor System 157 Tire Chains 158 Original Equipment Tires 158 Snow Tires 159 Tread Wear Indicators 160 Replacement Tires 160 Tire Rotation Recommendations 162 Alignment And Balance 163 䡵 Fuel Requirements 164 Reformulated Gasoline 164 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 165 MMT In Gasoline 165 Materials Added To Fuel 166 Sulfur In Gasoline 166 䡵 Adding Fuel 166 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 166 䡵 Vehicle Loading ...

Page 131: ... the engine will not run turn the key counterclockwise to the OFF LOCK posi tion and repeat the starting procedure If there are several unsuccessful attempts have the system checked at the nearest authorized dealer Vehicles with manual transmissions Do not depress the accelerator Fully depress the clutch pedal otherwise the engine cannot be started due to the integrated safety interlock Simply tur...

Page 132: ...e items and installation is available at your authorized dealer If Engine Fails to Start CAUTION Do not try to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Your vehicle cannot be started this way Pushing with another vehicle may damage the trans mission or the rear of your vehicle See Section 6 of this manual for proper jump starting procedures WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into ...

Page 133: ...this occurs continue cranking with the accel erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor the Normal Starting procedure should be repeated After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease ...

Page 134: ...a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged This will cause abnormal wear on the clutch Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop NOTE During cold weather until the transmission lubricant has warmed you may have difficulty shifting This is normal and not harmful to the transmission Recommended Shift Speeds To use your manual transmission for both fuel economy and pe...

Page 135: ...ipping more than one gear while downshifting could cause you to lose control of your vehicle You could have an accident CAUTION If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high an engine speed you could damage the engine transmission or clutch Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission selects individual gears au tomatically dependent upon Selector lever position P...

Page 136: ...w the gear to fully engage before acceler ating especially when the engine is cold WARNING It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear whe...

Page 137: ...me on Turn off the engine and restart the engine to clear the malfunction indication Park Position The PARK position is to be used when parking the vehicle Engage only with the vehicle stopped The PARK position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked Rather the driver should always use the parking brake in addition to placing the selector lever in PARK to secure the vehicle ...

Page 138: ... closed posi tion Reverse Shift into REVERSE gear only when the vehicle is com pletely stopped Dependent on the program mode selector switch position S or W the maximum speed in the REVERSE gear is different However it is not possible to change the program mode while in REVERSE Neutral No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can be moved f...

Page 139: ...celeration NOTE To avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved in D direction the transmis sion will not shift to a lower gear if the engine s revolu tions per minute limit would be exceeded Briefly press the selector lever in the D direction The transmission will shift from the current gear to the next higher gear Press and hold the selector lever in the D direction The transmis...

Page 140: ...ke by locking the transmission The engine can be started in this range Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range R REVERSE Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop N NEUTRAL The engine may be started in this range Use this range for starting your vehicle if it is moving or being towed D OV...

Page 141: ...SECOND gear unless FIRST gear has been selected or the accel erator pedal is in the kickdown position The W mode helps to improve traction and driving stability of the vehicle The gear shifting process occurs at lower vehicle and engine speeds than in the S program mode CAUTION Never change the program mode when the selector lever is out of the PARK position It could result in a change of driving ...

Page 142: ...ing brake with engine running the brake system warning light in the instrument cluster will come on NOTE This light when illuminated with parking brake application shows only that the parking brake is on It does not show the degree of brake application NOTE If the light remains on with the parking brake released a brake system malfunction is indicated Have the brake system serviced by an authorize...

Page 143: ...brake before placing the gear selector in PARK If you don t the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of PARK As an added precaution turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle WARNING Be sure the parking brake ...

Page 144: ...ing effectiveness This will be evident by increased pedal travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and activa tion of the brake warning light during brake use Brake Assist System BAS The BAS is designed to maximize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers Maxi mum power boost is applied to the brakes more quickly in emergency braking conditi...

Page 145: ...of others Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated The malfunction indicator light for the BAS is combined with the Electronic Stability Program ESP malfunction indicator light The BAS ESP malfunction indicator light in the instru ment cluster comes on with the key in the ignition switch turned to the ON RUN position and should go out with the engine running If the BAS ESP malfuncti...

Page 146: ...n be enhanced by equipping the vehicle with DaimlerChrysler recommended mud and snow M S rated radial ply tires and or snow chains WARNING ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded The ESP cannot prevent accidents includ ing those resulting from excessive speed in turns or hydroplaning Only a safe attentive and skillful driv...

Page 147: ... by the DaimlerChrysler Limited Warranty NOTE If the ESP warning light flashes during accel eration ease up on the accelerator NOTE ESP should not be switched off during normal driving Disabling of the system under normal operating conditions will eliminate the benefits of the ESP system Synchronizing ESP If the power supply was interrupted battery discon nected or discharged the BAS ESP malfuncti...

Page 148: ...warning light will then be continuously illuminated With the ESP system switched off the en gine torque reduction feature is cancelled Therefore the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable CAUTION Snow chains should never be used without the recommended mud and snow M S rated radial ply tires Damage to your vehicle may result from such usage ESP always operates under braking even ...

Page 149: ...indicat ing that the ABS is in the regulating mode Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation Continuous steady brake pedal pressure results in optimal braking power while maintaining the ability to steer the vehicle In the case of an emergency brake maneuver keep continuous full pressure on the brake pedal In this manner only can the ABS be most effective On...

Page 150: ...t Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop NOTE During severe braking conditions a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard This is normal indicating that the anti lock brake system is functioning The ABS malfunction indicator light in the instrument cluster comes on with the key in the ignition switch...

Page 151: ...ould go out and the ABS is operational If the malfunction indicator light stays illuminated have the system checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the con dition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The ABS c...

Page 152: ...d control After going through deep water or a car wash brakes may become wet resulting in decreased performance and unpredictable braking action Dry the brakes by gentle intermittent pedal ac tion while driving at very slow speeds Brake Pad Break In The brakes on your vehicle do not require a long break in period but avoid repeated hard brake applications from high speeds during initial break in A...

Page 153: ...operly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over 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 prob lems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires ca...

Page 154: ...o a comfortable ride Overinflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure for passenger cars is listed on the face of the driver s door latch pillar The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pre...

Page 155: ...change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature condition Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi 13 to 40 kPa during operation...

Page 156: ...ther types of tires Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your authorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 km h See the paragraph on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in Section 6 of this manual WARNING Fast spinning tires can...

Page 157: ...updates the display The TPM system is not intended to provide you with notification of rapid air loss The TPM system will cause the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster to illuminate whenever the pressure in one tire falls 25 below the recommended pressure shown on the tire label NOTE A TPM system does not replace normal tire maintenance CAUTION The TPM system has been optimized for the origin...

Page 158: ...h Remove chains as soon as possible when driving on roads without snow When driving with tire chains press the ESP control switch to OFF CAUTION Damage to the vehicle may result if unapproved tire chains are used Original Equipment Tires Your vehicle is equipped with either sport performance tires or all season performance tires The sport perfor mance tires offer the maximum road handling capabili...

Page 159: ...mend that you equip your vehicle with SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels for driving in snowy and icy conditions If you need snow tires the recommended size for the front and rear tires is the same size as the original equipment front tires This size tire on the rear allows the use of tire chains on the rear wheels Selection of this size tire also requires the purchase of two additional w...

Page 160: ... inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed see the paragraph on tread wear indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa tion placard for the size designation of your tire The service description and load identification will...

Page 161: ...nsion dimensions and performance charac teristics resulting in changes to steering han dling and braking of your vehicle This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension components You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle Never use a tire with a smaller l...

Page 162: ...wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat terns These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Rotate your tires at intervals sho...

Page 163: ...ering and one sided wear Vehicle pull to right or left Tires may also cause vehicle to pull to the left or right Alignment will not correct this condition See your authorized dealer for proper diagnosis Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration Vehicle vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out of balance Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear ...

Page 164: ...experience these problems try another brand of gasoline before consider ing service for the vehicle Over 60 automobile manufacturers around the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica tions the World Wide Fuel Charter WWFC to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions engine performance and durability for your vehicle DaimlerChrysler Corporation recommends ...

Page 165: ...s not have the negative effects of Metha nol MMT in Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasolines to increase the octane num ber Gasolines blended with MMT offer no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without MMT Gasolines blended with MMT have shown to reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance in some ...

Page 166: ... vehicle s catalytic converter This may cause the CHECK ENGINE light to illuminate DaimlerChrysler Corporation recommends that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if the problem is fuel related prior to returning your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service CAUTION If the CHECK ENGINE Light is flashing immediate service is required See the Onboard Di...

Page 167: ...tion switch turned to the ON RUN position the fuel reserve warning light comes on It should go out immediately when the engine is running If the warning light does not go out after starting the engine or if it comes on while driving it indicates that the fuel level is down to the reserve quantity of approxi mately 2 1 gallons 8 liters Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the ...

Page 168: ...ire pressure label attached to the driver door pillar Vehicle Loading Capacities Front Seat Occupants 2 Cargo Capacity with two persons 115 lbs 52 kg Rated Vehicle Capacity 415 lbs 188 kg Roof Luggage Rack Convertible Top Vehicles CAUTION To prevent damage to the convertible top DO NOT carry any loads on the convertible top Coupe Vehicles External racks do not increase the total load carrying capa...

Page 169: ...ong loads which extend over the windshield such as wood panels or surfboards should be carefully secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof luggage rack Wind forces due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic can add sudden upward loads This is especially true on large flat loads and may re...

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Page 171: ...74 TIREFIT 174 Preparations For Jacking 177 Jack Location And Instructions 178 䡵 Jump Starting The Battery 181 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 183 Traction 184 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 184 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 185 Towing Eyes 186 Tow Away Alarm 188 䡵 Convertible Top Emergency Operation 189 Relieving Hydraulic Pressure 190 6 ...

Page 172: ... flasher may run down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS During severe operating conditions and stop and go city traffic the coolant temperature may rise close to the red area on the gauge The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature in the red area Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the DaimlerChrysler Limited Warranty In any of the following situations...

Page 173: ...tem could damage your vehicle If temperature gauge reads 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 the H turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING A hot cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant If your tempera...

Page 174: ...objects e g screws or nails should not be removed from the tire TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately 4 F 20 C 1 TIREFIT sealant bottle 2 Air pump flap 3 Recess in air pump 4 Power plug and cable 5 Air pump hose with pressure gauge 6 Hose connection on sealant bottle 174 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 175: ...IREFIT out of reach of children If swallowed rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water Do not induce vomiting Consult a physician immediately Keep away from open flame or heat source Sealing tire with TIREFIT 1 Set the parking brake and turn on the hazard warning flashers 2 Move the transmission selector lever to the PARK position manual transmission to FIRST or REVERS...

Page 176: ... tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further and call for assistance 16 If a tire pressure of 26 psi 180 kPa is obtained press the air pump switch to 0 turn the ignition switch to the OFF LOCK position and disconnect the TIREFIT sys tem 17 Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes to ensure optimum distribution of the tire sealant within the tire 18 Check the pressure in the...

Page 177: ...e vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never get 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 facility where it can be raised on a lift WARNING Do not attempt to repair a tire on the side of the vehicle close to traffic Pull far enou...

Page 178: ...gear Turn off the engine Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire Passengers must not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is jacked NOTE The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the specified jack location points built beneath either side of the vehicle Jack Location and Instructions 1 Remove the jack and jack handle from stowage be neath the cargo compartment car...

Page 179: ...2 The lifting points for the jack are located beneath the outer edge of the body side directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 179 6 ...

Page 180: ...e Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface Minimum tire lift provides maxi mum stability 4 Replace the tire 5 Lower the vehicle by cranking the handle counter clockwise then remove the jack assembly NOTE Before storing the jack it should be fully collapsed 6 Ensure proper tire pressure WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could ...

Page 181: ...start any time the ignition switch is on You can be hurt by the fan CAUTION Do not try to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Your vehicle cannot be started this way Pushing with another vehicle may damage the trans mission or the rear of your vehicle If your vehicle has a discharged dead battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle This type of start can be dan...

Page 182: ...d explosive Keep flame or spark away from the vent holes Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output that exceeds 12 volts 1 Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact 2 When boost is provided by a battery in another vehicle park that vehicle within booster cable reach but without l...

Page 183: ...engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery 7 When removing the jumper cables reverse the above sequence exactly Be careful of the moving belts and fans NOTE If engine does not run after several unsuccessful starting attempts have it checked at the nearest autho rized dealer DRIVING ON SLIPPE...

Page 184: ...den stop FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE In order to free a stuck vehicle you must turn off the Electronic Stability Program ESP 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 Usually the lea...

Page 185: ...key in the ignition switch turned to the OFF LOCK or ACC positions Otherwise the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes Switch off the tow away alarm as well as the automatic central locking system Towing restrictions for vehicles with automatic transmis sion The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground and the transmission selector lever in the Neutral posi...

Page 186: ...h or tow this vehicle with another vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans mission may result Towing Eyes The vehicle is equipped with front and rear towing eyes to allow towing with the wheels on the ground or to allow the vehicle to be easily drawn up on a flatbed tow truck The rear towing eye is located on the right side of the vehicle below the rear fascia The front hook is located be...

Page 187: ...slot in the grille as shown the tool must be inserted far enough to engage the clip on the left side of the grille Push the tool to the left to disengage the clip and detach the grille The front towing eye is now accessible WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 187 6 ...

Page 188: ...b To prevent triggering the tow away alarm feature press the tow away alarm switch to turn off the tow away alarm before towing the vehicle or when parking on a surface subject to movement such as a ferry or auto train To do so turn the key in the ignition switch to the OFF LOCK or ACC positions or remove key from the ignition switch Press the upper half of the tow away alarm switch The indicator ...

Page 189: ...e power convertible top operation does not function properly you can close the convertible top manually NOTE The multifunction tool from the glovebox is required for this job CAUTION Manually closing the convertible top is a compli cated and technically demanding procedure Closing the convertible top manually should be performed with great care by two people Close the convertible top manually in e...

Page 190: ...It is important that a second person assist you to close the convertible top manually to prevent inju ries 1 Lower the windows and open the doors 2 Turn the ignition key off CAUTION Ensure that the decklid is closed while raising the convertible top manually to prevent the possibility of contact between the decklid and the tonneau cover WARNING Do not place your hands near the convertible top fram...

Page 191: ... the arrow to its stop and remove the tool 4 Open the tonneau cover and secure it in the upright position 5 Pull up hard on the upper section of the convertible top to move it out of its storage compartment NOTE Do not let go of the convertible top as it may fall back into the convertible top storage compartment WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 191 6 ...

Page 192: ...ay occur 7 Do not place the convertible top frame onto wind shield header 8 Place the rear window section of the convertible top in its vertical position 9 Close the tonneau cover by placing hands near the edges arrows and slowly lowering it The tonneau cover must lock in the first notch of the compartment cover catch 192 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 193: ... and the tonneau cover Turn the wrench in the direction of the arrow to its stop and remove the tool 11 Lower the rear window section of the convertible top down and lock into the tonneau cover 12 Press latch handle release button and fold down the locking latch handle WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 193 6 ...

Page 194: ... points 14 Turn the latch handle counterclockwise to the stop in order to lock the convertible top 15 Fold the latch handle up until the release button engages The convertible top is now locked onto the windshield header NOTE Have the convertible top operation checked at your authorized DaimlerChrysler Dealer as soon as pos sible 194 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 195: ...01 Engine Oil 201 Ignition Wiring System 207 Crankcase Emission Control System 207 Maintenance Free Battery 207 Air Conditioner 208 Power Steering Fluid 209 Chassis Lubrication 210 Body Lubrication 211 Windshield Wiper Blades 211 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 212 Windshield Washer Reservoir 212 Exhaust System 213 Cooling System 214 Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 217 Brakes 217 Automatic Tra...

Page 196: ...ment Bulbs 235 Interior Light Bulbs 235 Exterior Light Bulbs 235 䡵 Exterior Light Bulb Service 235 Headlights 235 Front Turn Signal And Parking Standing Lights 236 Front And Rear Sidemarker Lights 236 Tail Stop Back Up And Turn Signal Lights 237 License Plate Light 238 Headlight Aiming 238 䡵 Vehicle Storage 239 䡵 Specifications 241 䡵 Fluid Capacities 243 䡵 Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Genuine...

Page 197: ...3 2L ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 197 7 ...

Page 198: ...ther information to assist your service technician in making repairs Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the CHECK ENGINE light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any ...

Page 199: ...g to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD system is ready you must do the following 1 Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch 2 Turn the ignition to the ON RUN position but do not crank or start the engine 3 If you crank or start the engine you will have to start this test over 4 As soon as you turn your key to the ON RUN position you will see your CHECK ENGINE light come on a...

Page 200: ...cle because the CHECK ENGINE light is on with the engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine Mopar威 parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in sure the designed performance Damage or failures caused by the use of non Mopar威 parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the warranty offered by DaimlerChrysler Corporation DEALER SERVICE Your dealer...

Page 201: ...rvals there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance However if a malfunction of these items does occur it could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Ch...

Page 202: ...hicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on this engine Change Engine Oil The oil change interval for your Crossfire is initially set at 7 000 miles Canada 11 000 km 202 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 203: ...0 miles Canada 11 000 km If ANY of the following apply to your driving the oil change interval can be reduced significantly Day and night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C Stop and go driving Extensive engine idling Driving in dusty conditions Short trips of less than 10 miles 16 km More than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Taxi Police or delivery se...

Page 204: ...ine Oil Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil from your vehicle Used oil indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selecti...

Page 205: ...talled at the distance specified in the appropriate main tenance chart The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug Check the specifications section for the proper type of spark plug for use in your vehicle Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions replace the air filter at each interval called out by FSS WARNING The air cleaner can provi...

Page 206: ... converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor mance have your vehicle serviced promptly Contin ued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and the vehicle WARNING ...

Page 207: ... the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected for a prolonged period Ignition Wiring System The ignition cables should be kept clean and properly connected Terminals should be fully seated Cracked damaged or faulty cables should be replaced Crankcase Emission Control System Proper operation of this system depends on freedom from sticking...

Page 208: ...n t allow cable clamps to touch each other CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked positive and negative and identified on the battery case Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion Apply grease to posts an...

Page 209: ...rienced repair person Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R 134a a refrigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer in the upper atmosphere The DaimlerChrysler Corpora tion recommends that air conditioning service be done by facilities using refrigerant recycling and recovery equip ment that meets SAE standard J1991 Power Steering Fluid No power...

Page 210: ...ver under vehicle service is done Steering Linkage Inspect tie rod ends whenever the vehicle is serviced They are permanently lubricated and do not require periodic lubrication Drive Shaft Universal Joints Your vehicle has four constant velocity universal joints Periodic lubrication of these joints is not required How ever the joint boots should be inspected for external leakage or damage when oth...

Page 211: ...nder avoid excess lubricant Insert the key into the lock cylinder and rotate from the unlocked to the locked position without adding more lubricant Repeat this procedure three or four times Wipe all the lubricant off the key with a clean cloth to avoid soiling clothing Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and...

Page 212: ... wiper arm on the windshield 4 Install the new blade assembly onto the wiper arm tip until it locks in place Windshield Washer Reservoir The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze rated not to freeze at 25 F 31 C Operate the system for a few seco...

Page 213: ...ce a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adjacent body areas for broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment...

Page 214: ...n a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator is hot Coolant Checks Check coolant protection every 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where applicable If the cool ant is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the radiator and condenser for an accumulation of bugs leaves etc Clean the radiator and condense...

Page 215: ...tended life coolant Refer to the recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct coolant type CAUTION Failure to use the proper antifreeze could cause radiator plugging and engine overheating Do not mix antifreeze brands or types Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust prod ucts as they may not be compatible wit...

Page 216: ...ne Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure WARNING Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci fied for your vehicle Personal injury or engine damage may result Points to Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles kilometers of operation you may observe vapo...

Page 217: ...fuel economy and increased emissions Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage Hard or soft spots brittle rubber cracking checking tears cuts abrasions and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rub ber Pay particular attention to the hoses nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Inspect hose r...

Page 218: ...as the exhaust manifold Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed NOTE Often fluids such as oil power steering fluid and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings There fore oil wetness at the hose coupling area is not neces sarily...

Page 219: ... by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use brake fluid approved to MB 331 0 or a DOT 4 brake fluid with minimum dry boiling point ERBP 500 F minimum wet boiling point WERBP 356 F maximum viscosity 1500 mm 2 s conforming to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925 WARNING Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or unidentified as to specification may result in sudden brake failure during har...

Page 220: ...e correct fluid type It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the fluid recommended by DaimlerChrysler Corporation may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmis sion fluid other than that recommended by the DaimlerChrysler Corpo...

Page 221: ...e CAUTION Do not overfill Dirt and water in the transmission can cause serious damage To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid make certain that the dipstick cap is seated properly Add fluid if necessary to maintain the proper level Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operation conditions the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfact...

Page 222: ... corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation Stone and gravel impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Bird droppings Washing Wash y...

Page 223: ...ident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos sible The cost of such repairs is considered the respon sibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers deicer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed Aluminum wheels should be cleaned regularly with mild soap and water to prevent...

Page 224: ...TION Many wheel cleaners contain acids that may harm the wheel surface Interior Care Use Mopar威 Fabric Cleaner to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Use Mopar威 Vinyl Cleaner to clean vinyl upholstery Mopar威 Vinyl Cleaner is specifically recommended for vinyl trim Leather Seat Care and Cleaning Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act a...

Page 225: ...he possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a dry cloth To remove road dirt wash with a mild soap solution fol lowed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components solvents steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with any commercial household type glass cleaner Nev...

Page 226: ...bric If the belts need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly CONVERTIBLE TOP CARE CAUTION Due not use sharp edged instruments to remove snow or ice from the soft top NOTE Place a suitable cover over the top if your are going to park the vehicle ...

Page 227: ...ng equipment can damage the top material If you must use an automatic car wash soft cloth systems are preferred General Cleaning CAUTION Do not use any of the following to clean the top Gasoline Paint Thinner Tar and Stain Removers Glass Cleaner Similiar Organic Solvents Abrasive Type Cleaners or Bleaches The following methods are sufficient if the top is only lightly soiled Dry Cleaning Brush the...

Page 228: ...eather Strip Care Lubricate all top and door glass weather strips periodi cally with Mopar Weather Strip Lubricant part number 4773427 to keep them soft and pliable FUSES Underhood Accessory Fuse Block Fuses The underhood accesseory fuse block fuses are located under the hood on the driver s side between the brake master cylinder and the left front fender To remove the lid squeeze the tabs togethe...

Page 229: ... having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it shows a problem in the circuit that must be corrected MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 229 7 ...

Page 230: ...Indicator Safety Restraint System and Indicator Passenger Airbag Off 4 7 5 Amp Brown Heated Mirror 5 15 Amp Blue Radio Coupe 5 20 Amp Yellow Roof Control Module Roadster 6 5 Amp Beige Exterior Mirror Adjustment Left And Right Coupe 6 40 Amp Orange Roof Hydraulic Unit Roadster 7 5 Amp Beige Electronic Transmission Control Park Reversing Lock and BCM 8 15 Amp Blue Radio 230 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 231: ...e Electronic Stability Program 18 40 Amp Orange Electronic Stability Program Cavity Fuse Circuits 19 40 Amp Orange Power Window Front 20 10 Amp Red Spoiler Motor 21 30 Amp Green Seat Adjustment Right Side 22 30 Amp Green Seat Adjustment Left Side 23 15 Amp Blue Sound Booster Amplifier 24 30 Amp Green Seat Heater 25 20 Amp Yellow Pneumatic Control Unit Rear Window Defroster 26 20 Amp Yellow Central...

Page 232: ... Climate Control Coupe 36 5 Amp Beige Exterior Mirror Adjustment Roadster 37 5 Amp Beige Circulating Air Instrument Clus ter Radio Frequency Remote Control Residual Engine Heat Utilization Relay Control Module Fuses The relay control module fuses are located in the Control Module Box next to the battery in the engine compart ment Slide the control module box cover retaining clips forward and lift ...

Page 233: ...se Circuits 1 15 Amp Blue Traction System 2 15 Amp Blue Engine Control 2 3 15 Amp Blue Engine Control 1 4 40 Amp Orange Air Pump Cavity Fuse Circuits 5 15 Amp Blue Fuel Pump 6 15 Amp Blue Horn Interior Fuses MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 233 7 ...

Page 234: ... High Beam Indicator Light Cavity Fuse Circuits 4 15 Amp Blue Reverse Turn signal Light 5 7 5 Amp Brown Left High Beam 6 15 Amp Blue Right Low Beam 7 7 5 Amp Brown Right Parking Tail Light Side Marker 8 15 Amp Blue Left Low Beam 9 15 Amp Blue Fog Light 10 7 5 Amp Brown Left Parking Tail Light Side Marker 11 7 5 Amp Brown License Plate Instrument Cluster Lighting Symbol Lighting 12 7 5 Amp Brown Re...

Page 235: ...ht CHMSL LED Front Fog Lights HB455W Rear Turn Signal Light Y21W Rear Tail and Stop Light 21 5W Backup Light 21W License 168 EXTERIOR LIGHT BULB SERVICE Headlights WARNING Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you touch or move it when hot drop the bulb scratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection NOTE To prevent a possible electrical short circuit switch off light prior to ...

Page 236: ...e bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out Push the bulb into the socket turn counterclockwise and remove Replace the bulb push in and twist clockwise Rein stall the socket and turn clockwise Front and Rear Sidemarker Lights 1 Push the front sidemarker assembly in and slide it forward Push the rear sidemarker assembly in and slide rearward The assembly will release from the fascia 2 Twist the bul...

Page 237: ...urn Signal Lights 1 Open the rear liftgate decklid and remove the access door in the trim panel 2 Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out 3 Replace the light and return to open socket turn clockwise until it stops 4 Replace the access door in the trim panel MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 237 7 ...

Page 238: ...ervice operations have been performed to validate an effective repair Headlight Aiming The headlights on your new vehicle were aimed at the factory The factory setting was made at a no load setting A great increase in weight will change the aiming and it may be necessary to readjust the headlights if carrying an excessive amount of weight in the rear cargo area To readjust the headlights first mar...

Page 239: ...er the vehicle whenever possible to prevent acci dental damage to the finish Store the vehicle in a dry well ventilated location If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing tempera tures remove the battery and store it in a dry well ventilated place If the vehicle is not going to be driven in the next three weeks follow the battery recharge procedure in the Service Manual then disconnect the batt...

Page 240: ...r carpeting and place them between the tires and concrete This will prevent tire flat spotting For long term storage remove the tires and put the vehicle up on blocks Stack the tires on plywood and cover with a tarp to prevent flat spotting Move the wiper blades away from the windshield NOTE To help prevent the battery from discharging during shorter periods of inactivity perform the follow ing 1 ...

Page 241: ...park Plug Gap 0 039 in 1 0 mm Tightening Torque 15 22 ft lbs 20 30 N m Maximum Engine Speed 6000 rpm Accessory Drive Belt 94 1 in 2390 mm Performance Specifications approximate Maximum Speed 150 mph 242 km h Acceleration 0 60 mph 6 5 seconds 1 4 mile time 14 9 seconds at 96 mph 154 km h Gear Ratios 6 Speed Manual Transmission First 4 459 Second 2 614 Third 1 723 Fourth 1 245 Fifth 1 000 Sixth 0 83...

Page 242: ...ack 59 1 in 1502 mm Wheelbase 94 5 in 2400 mm Front Overhang 32 4 in 822 mm Rear Overhang 32 9 in 836 mm Front Ground Clearance 5 0 in 127 mm Rear Ground Clearance 5 8 in 147 mm Turning Radius 32 2 ft 9 8 m Weight Coupe 3061 lbs 1388 kg Roadster 3140 lbs 1424 kg Maximum Vehicle Load 415 lbs 188 kg Luggage Capacity Coupe 7 7 cu ft 215 l Roadster 6 5 cu ft 190 l Top Up 3 6 cu ft 104 l Top Down 242 M...

Page 243: ... 3 2 L Engine 11 8 Qts 11 2 Liters Manual Transmission 1 9 Qts 1 8 Liters Automatic Transmission 8 5 Qts 8 0 Liters Rear Axle 1 4 Qts 1 3 Liters Power Steering Reservoir 1 1 Qts 1 0 Liters Brake Reservoir 5 Qts 5 Liters Windshield Washer Reservoir MAX fill when empty 7 4 Qts 7 0 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 243 7 ...

Page 244: ...y use synthetic engine oils approved to MB 229 3 or MB 229 5 such as Mobil 1 SAE 0W 40 The FSS may not alert for an oil change at the proper interval if an unapproved engine oil is used engine damage and reduced engine life may result Engine Oil Filter Mopar威 5102905AA or equivalent Spark Plugs Bosch F 8 DPER NGK PFR 5 11 Spark Plug Gap 0 039 in 1 0 mm Fuel Selection Premium Unleaded 91 Octane 244...

Page 245: ...m dry boiling point ERBP 500 F 260 C minimum wet boiling point WERBP 356 F 180 C maximum viscosity 1500 mm2 s conforming to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925 Manual Transmission Fluid No fluid service required Only use fluid approved to MB 236 2 SAE 5W 20 engine oil meeting API SL or GF 3 may be substituted Power Steering Reservoir No fluid service required Filled at the factory with Pentosin CHF 11S Steerin...

Page 246: ...Spray White Lube Latches Liftgate Decklid Mopar威 Spray White Lube Hood Safety Catch Mopar威 Multi Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP GC LB Door Mopar威 Spray White Lube Seat Regulator and Track Mopar威 Multi Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP GC LB Window System Components Mopar威 Spray White Lube Lock Cylinders Mopar威 Lock Cylinder Lube Spoiler Mopar威 Spray White Lube 246 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 247: ... Schedule Maintenance Service 250 Scope Of Work For B Schedule Maintenance Service 251 䡵 FSS System 252 䡵 Regular Check Ups 254 Additional Periodic Maintenance 255 䡵 Special Maintenance Requirements 256 Coolant 256 Dust Filter For Heating Ventilation Replacement 256 䡵 Engine Oil Change And Filter Replacement 256 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 248: ...k is at your disposal for maintenance work Each of these work shops has the equipment and tools the specially trained skilled and experienced personnel and receives regular technical instruction from DaimlerChrysler Corporation to ensure that your vehicle is inspected and maintained thoroughly and in accordance with the latest procedures Please follow the instructions given in this Owner s Manual ...

Page 249: ... tenance may be needed for your Crossfire in severe operating conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip driving Inspection and service also should be done any time a malfunction is suspected NOTE Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establish ment or individual using any automotive part whic...

Page 250: ...h Reset FSS Display Function Check Horn hazard warning flashers turn signals and indi cator lamps Headlamps and exterior lighting Windshield wipers and washer system Inspection Check front and rear brake pads for lining thickness Check tires for damage and general condition Check tire inflation pressures and correct if necessary Fluid Levels Check fluid levels for the following systems and correct...

Page 251: ... lining thickness Check condition of front and rear brake discs Check tires for damage and general condition Check tire inflation pressures and correct if necessary Check major underbody components for leakage or damage if there are signs of leakage determine cause and repair Check condition of front axle ball joints and rubber boots Check condition of steering components and rubber boots Check un...

Page 252: ...ur Crossfire is initially set at 7 000 miles Canada 11 000 km Very light duty driving cycles most trips more than 10 miles 16 km at moderate speeds in moderate temperature conditions can extend the service interval beyond 7 000 miles Canada 11 000 km If ANY of the following apply to your driving the oil change interval can be reduced significantly Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C Stop ...

Page 253: ...ime period or distance Following a completed A or B service your authorized dealer sets the counter to 7 000 miles Canada 11 000 km NOTE When disconnecting vehicle battery for one or more days at a time such days will not be counted Any such days not counted by FSS can be added by your authorized dealer The interval between services is determined by the type of vehicle operation Driving at extreme...

Page 254: ...n the Under standing Your Instrument Panel section or under Engine Oil in the Maintaining Your Vehicle section Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required Inspect wiper blade condition Check operation of lighting systems Inspect tires for unusual wear damage and pressure at least every 14 days Mechanical assemblies e g engi...

Page 255: ...iles 129 000 km Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter Use the recommended automatic transmission fluid After this change it is filled for life The manual transmission comes filled for life from the factory At approximately every 100 000 miles 161 000 km or 5 years Replace spark plugs Every 100 000 miles 161 000 km or 5 years Replace engine coolant using coolant approved to MB 325 0 su...

Page 256: ...ently A cover in the HVAC unit that can be reached from the passenger foot well provides access to the filter element ENGINE OIL CHANGE AND FILTER REPLACEMENT The recommended oil and filter change interval is based on FSS or 1 year Please refer to the heading FSS System in this section for a full description of the use and interpretation of symbols in the FSS system Only use synthetic engine oils ...

Page 257: ...t 258 Prepare A List 258 Be Reasonable With Requests 258 䡵 If You Need Assistance 258 䡵 Warranty Information 261 䡵 Mopar威 Parts 262 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 262 In Canada 262 䡵 Publication Order Forms 263 䡵 Tire Safety Information 264 Tire Markings 264 Tire Identification Number TIN 266 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 267 9 ...

Page 258: ...obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap pointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE DaimlerChrysler and its dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Your selling dealer is best equipped and most anxious to provide prompt resolution for any warrant...

Page 259: ...pora tion s Customer Center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Dealership name Vehicle identification number Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario ...

Page 260: ...ithin three weeks of your vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about your service contract call the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Service Contract Na tional Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 The DaimlerChrysler Corporation will not stand behind any service contract that is not the DaimlerChrysler Corporation s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the...

Page 261: ...WARRANTY INFORMATION See your DaimlerChrysler Corporation Warranty Infor mation Booklet for more information on warranty cover age and transfer of warranty IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 261 9 ...

Page 262: ...s in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the DaimlerChrysler Corporation To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Wash ington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain ot...

Page 263: ... servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles A complete working knowledge of the vehicle system and or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations diagrams and charts Owner s Manuals These manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler group vehicles Included are starting operati...

Page 264: ...5 65R15 96H NOTE LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation Example LT235 85R16 NOTE Temporary Spare tires are high pressure com pact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this stan...

Page 265: ... U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Millimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code R means Radial Construction D means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 265 9 ...

Page 266: ...d Tire Light Load Light Load Tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry Maximum Pressure Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the ...

Page 267: ...Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 01 means the year 2001 Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only required to have 1 number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured Example 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991 Tire Loading and T...

Page 268: ...essures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWR s for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWR s vehicle loading and trailer towing see the Vehicle Loading section of this manual To determine the maximum loading conditions of...

Page 269: ...termine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The...

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Page 271: ...tire 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 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 271 9 ...

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Page 274: ...enna 120 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 243 Anti Lock Warning Light 103 Appearance Care 222 Ashtrays and Lighter 63 Automatic Door Locks 13 Automatic Transmission 135 220 Fluid and Filter Changes 221 Fluid Level Check 220 Fluid Type 220 Special Additives 221 Autostick 139 Ball Joints 210 Battery 104 207 Saving Feature 72 Belts Drive 205 Belts Seat 21 Body Mechanism Lubrication 211 Brake Assist System 8...

Page 275: ...ce 120 Console 61 Contract Service 260 Converter Catalytic 177 Convertible 52 Convertible Top 52 Convertible Top Maintenance 226 Convertible Top Manual Override 189 Coolant 215 256 Cooling System 214 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 215 Coolant Level 214 Disposal of Used Coolant 215 Drain Flush and Refill 215 Points to Remember 216 Pressure Cap 216 Rubber and Plastic Components 217 Selection of Coolant 2...

Page 276: ...l System Maintenance 199 249 Engine Break In Recommendations 46 Checking Oil Level 201 Compartment 197 Oil 201 243 Oil Change Interval 202 Oil Selection 204 Exhaust Gas Caution 46 Exhaust System 213 Exterior Lights 235 Filters Air Cleaner 205 Air Conditioning 256 Engine Fuel 205 Engine Oil 204 Fluid Capacities 241 243 Fluid Leaks 47 Fluid Level Checks Manual Transmission 221 Four Way Hazard Flashe...

Page 277: ...ion Key 9 Wiring System 207 Illuminated Entry 72 Infant Restraint 39 Inside Rearview Mirror 66 Instrument Cluster 99 Instrument Panel and Controls 98 Instrument Panel Cover 225 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 226 Interior Appearance Care 224 Introduction 4 Jack Location 178 Jack Operation 174 Jump Starting 181 Key In Reminder 10 Keyless Entry System 14 Keys 9 Knee Bolster 28 Lap Shoulder Belts 22 L...

Page 278: ...ntenance Free Battery 207 Maintenance Procedures 201 Maintenance Schedules 249 Malfunction Indicator Light 110 199 Manual Override Convertible Top 189 Manual Service 263 Manual Transmission 133 221 Fluid Level Check 221 Frequency of Fluid Change 221 Lubricant Selection 221 Marker Lights Side 236 Master Cylinder 219 Mirrors 66 Electric Powered 67 Electric Remote 66 Exterior Folding 66 Heated 66 Out...

Page 279: ...indows 20 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 27 Program Mode Selector Switch 140 Programming Transmitters 95 96 Radial Ply Tires 156 Radio 112 Radio Antenna 120 Radio Operation 120 Rear Liftgate 21 Rear Spoiler 82 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 244 Reformulated Gasoline 164 Refrigerant 209 Remote Keyless Entry 14 Replacement Tires 160 Reporting Safety Defects 262 Residual Engine Heat U...

Page 280: ...ing On 183 Snow Chains 158 Snow Tires 159 Soft Top 52 Spark Plugs 205 Specifications 241 Standing Lights 74 Starting 131 Cold Weather 132 Emergency Jump Starting 181 Engine Fails to Start 132 Steering Linkage 210 Power 152 Storage 239 Storage Bin 62 Stuck Freeing 184 Sulfur in Gasoline 166 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 28 Telescoping Steering Column 79 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 173 T...

Page 281: ... Towing 169 Transmission Automatic 135 220 Fluid 220 Manual 133 221 Shifting 133 134 Transporting Pets 45 Tread Wear Indicators 160 Trunk Release Emergency 19 Turn Signals 75 Umbrella Hook 96 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 264 Universal Transmitter 92 95 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 217 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Vehicle Loading 168 Vehicle Storage 239 Vehicle Theft Alarm 17 Warnings and Cautions 6 Wa...

Page 282: ...Windshield Defroster 47 Windshield Washers 77 Windshield Wiper Blades 211 Windshield Wipers 77 Wiper Blade Replacement 212 Wiring Ignition 207 282 INDEX ...

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