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ESP Control Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

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Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

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Brake Pad Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

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Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

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Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

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Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

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Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

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Radial-Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

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Tire Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

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Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

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Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

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Original Equipment Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

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Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

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Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

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Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

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Tire Rotation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . 156

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Alignment And Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

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Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

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Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

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Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

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MMT In Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

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Materials Added To Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

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Sulfur In Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

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Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

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Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

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Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

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Roof Luggage Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

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Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

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STARTING AND OPERATING

Summary of Contents for Crossfire SRT6

Page 1: ...EHICLE 7 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 49 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 95 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 127 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 165 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 189 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 239 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 249 10 INDEX 265 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: ... Restraints 22 Lap Shoulder Belts 23 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 28 Seat Belt Extender 28 Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbag 29 Child Restraint 39 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 46 䡵 Safety Tips 47 Exhaust Gas 47 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 47 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 48 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: ...outside only the door being opened from the inside will unlock 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...

Page 13: ... five seconds NOTE If the doors are unlocked with the central locking switch after activating the automatic 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 Lockin...

Page 14: ...eter display field the system is not operational 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 ca...

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: ...e trunk from outside Always close the decklid when your vehicle is unattended Once in the trunk young children may not be able to escape If trapped in the trunk children can die from suffocation or heat stroke WARNING If the battery voltage drops below the minimum threshold during the convertible top operation the Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function WARNING The Trunk Internal Emerge...

Page 20: ...n CAUTION The tops hydraulic pressure will also be released during this procedure which will allow the top and tonneau cover to slowly collapse 1 Turn the ignition ON 2 Push down and hold the convertible top switch 3 Turn the ignition OFF and continue to push down on the convertible top switch for 5 seconds 4 After five seconds the decklid will be released and can be opened 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFOR...

Page 21: ... 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 22: ...ss 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 syste...

Page 23: ... that and they reduce the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time Lap Shoulder Belts Each seating position is equipped with a combined lap shoulder belt system The belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or impacts This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you unde...

Page 24: ...ese are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a singl...

Page 25: ...atch 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 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 2 ...

Page 26: ...hat 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 27: ...ced 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 t...

Page 28: ...t 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 29: ...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 bet...

Page 30: ... 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 ...

Page 31: ...f the following Airbag control module and internal crash sensor AIRBAG readiness light Driver and passenger frontal airbag inflator units Driver and passenger side airbag inflator units Passenger airbag On Off switch and indicator light Unique steering wheel and column Unique instrument panel Interconnecting wiring Knee impact bolster Side impact sensors How the Front Airbag System Works A crash s...

Page 32: ...oes not come on stays on after you start the vehicle or if it comes on as you drive have the airbag system checked right away WARNING 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 W...

Page 33: ...gh to need airbag protection will not activate the system This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags any or all of the following may occur The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra sions and or skin reddening to the driver and passen ger as the airbags deploy and unfold The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns ...

Page 34: ...deployed If you are involved in another collision the airbags will not be in place to protect you How the Side Impact Airbag System Works The side impact airbags are located in the doors above the armrest Separate crash sensors in the vehicle determine if a side impact is severe enough to require the airbag on the side of the vehicle subjected to an impact As with the frontal system the sensors ar...

Page 35: ...iness of the side airbag system is verified by the airbag indicator light in the instrument cluster when turning the key in the ignition switch to the ON RUN position If no fault is detected the light will go out after approximately four seconds After the light goes out the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by coming on ag...

Page 36: ...ates 2 Occupants need to sit upright in the center of the seat to give the side airbag room to inflate 3 Always use the appropriate restraint for the occu pant and ensure it is properly used Passenger Front Airbag On Off Switch The on off switch is located at the right end of the instrument panel and is accessible by opening the pas senger door The on off switch is to be used only when the passeng...

Page 37: ...ental restraint provided by the airbag will not be available To turn OFF the passenger front airbag use the on off switch located on the instrument panel NOTE When the passenger airbag is turned off the yellow airbag off light will illuminate THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 2 ...

Page 38: ...irbag To Turn On the Passenger Airbag Place the ignition key in the on off switch turn the key counterclockwise and remove the key from the switch This will turn on the passenger airbag The Passenger Airbag Off light on the console will turn off or will not be illuminated when the ignition is turned to the ON position WARNING The airbag may malfunction and serious injury could result if key is lef...

Page 39: ...sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has airbags Airbag Light You will want to have the airbags ready for your protection in case of a collision While the airbag Supplemental Restraint System SRS is designed to be maintenance free if any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer service the system immediately The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during the four se...

Page 40: ...st 9 kg 20 lbs Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs 9 kg Convertible child seats can be used either rearward facing or forward facing in the vehicle Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the...

Page 41: ...t must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint improperly it may not work when you need it Buckle the child into the seat according to the seat manufacturer s directions When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle w...

Page 42: ...hat the child is upright in the seat The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible Check belt fit periodically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back LATCH Child Seat Anchorag...

Page 43: ...eel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seat back and seat cushion surfaces The passenger seat tether anchorage is located on the back of the seat cushion frame It is visible by moving the passenger seat forward in the vehicle Many but not all LATCH Compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector for a...

Page 44: ...s according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt Child restraints can ...

Page 45: ...hild restraints having tether straps and hooks for con nection to tether anchors have been available for some time In fact many child restraint manufacturers will provide add on tether strap kits for certain of their older products There is a tether strap anchor behind the passenger seat To attach the tether strap to the anchor move the seatback fully forward Pass the child restraint tether hook o...

Page 46: ...EAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS The engine in your new Crossfire does not require a long break in period Following these few simple guidelines is all that is necessary for a good break in Drive your vehicle at moderate vehicle and engine speeds during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km Do not make any full throttle starts and avoid full throttle acceleration Use the proper transmission gear for your speed rang...

Page 47: ...emain open close all windows Adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an ...

Page 48: ... the tread Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel water oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes ...

Page 49: ... Storage Compartments 62 Ashtray 63 Coin Holder 64 Power Outlet Cigar Lighter 65 Glove Compartment 65 䡵 Cupholder 65 䡵 Mirrors 66 Inside Day Night Mirror 66 Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature 67 Heated Remote Control Mirrors 67 Outside Mirrors 67 Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors 68 Vanity Mirrors 69 䡵 Seats 69 Driver Eight Way Power Seat 69 Passenger Four Way Power Seat 70 Heated Seats 71 3 ...

Page 50: ... Passing Light 77 Windshield Wipers And Washer 77 Mist Function 78 䡵 Telescoping Steering Column 79 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System 80 䡵 Brake Assist System BAS 82 䡵 Electronic Stability Program ESP 83 Synchronizing ESP 85 䡵 Electronic Speed Control 86 To Vary The Speed Setting 87 To Deactivate 88 To Resume Speed 88 Using Speed Control On Hills 89 䡵 Garage Door Opener 89 Programming The Universal T...

Page 51: ... Reprogramming a Single Button 93 Security 93 䡵 Umbrella Hook 94 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 maximum 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: ... this period an audible warning will begin to sound continuously At the end of this period hydraulic pressure will be released and the top and tonneau cover will slowly collapse Hands should be kept away from moving parts of the top compartment mechanism to avoid injury as hydraulic pressure is reestablished In order to re initialize the top cycle the tonneau cover must be moved to its full open p...

Page 54: ...t a complete stop before attempting to lower or raise the top NOTE If the top does not operate or 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 A slow audible information signal will be heard and the convert ible top switch lamp will flash slowly if the cargo com...

Page 55: ...eased from the header without 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 windshield header and pushed to the overcenter 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 just over one quarter turn UNDER...

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 audible 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 t...

Page 59: ...if you start driving the vehicle without the top fully locked in the closed position 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 WARNING To prevent possible accidents drive the vehicle only with the convertible top either complet...

Page 60: ...artment divider is folded for ward to increase the cargo compartment capacity the tonneau cover flaps are exposed and can be damaged by long items being put into the cargo compartment 60 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 61: ...t secured in vertical position Top latched at wind shield header before top cycle is complete Top unlatched but not pushed up from wind shield header Vehicle speed greater than 9 mph 15 km h while trying to initiate top operation Battery voltage less than 10 6 Volts Convertible top switch lamp flashes quickly and a quick audible beep is heard Maximum hydraulic pump run time reached Power window mo...

Page 62: ...g alarm Operating controls for the heating and air conditioning systems power windows power mirrors convertible top switch if equipped and the automatic transmission program mode selector switch if equipped are also located in the console Storage Compartments There is a storage compartment in the console To open the storage compartment lift the lid with the finger depressions on either side To clo...

Page 63: ...ent strap WARNING Keep compartment lids closed This will help to prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident Ashtray Lightly touch the bottom of the ashtray cover The ashtray will open 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...

Page 64: ...ontact with the gear selector lever Coin Holder With the ashtray open folding down the cover plate reveals the coin holder which can accommodate nine coins in various sizes up to a U S quarter The coin slots are shaped to retain the coins and the cover plate ensures that the coins remain in the coin holder 64 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 65: ... automatically when ready for use To preserve the heating element do not hold the lighter in the heating position Glove Compartment To lock the glove compartment turn the key to the right and remove To unlock turn the key to the left and remove Pull on the handle to open the glove compartment CUPHOLDER The cupholder is located in the console To open the cupholder gently press downward on the front...

Page 66: ...ror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted with the glare control set in the day position toward windshield 66 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES...

Page 67: ...tside 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 side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they actually are Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your ins...

Page 68: ...sing 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 68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 69: ...d 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 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 3 ...

Page 70: ...ay 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 70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 71: ...F 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 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF...

Page 72: ...ches 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 light...

Page 73: ...turn 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 closin...

Page 74: ...ghts 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 For nighttime driving the exterior lights switch should be in the low beam position to permit activation of the high beam headlights Fog Lights To operate the fog lights pull the headlight switch out one...

Page 75: ... CAUTION Standing lamps are intended for short term use when parking If these lights are left on for a long period of time your car s battery may drain causing a possible starting problem Assure that the head lamp switch is in the OFF position when leaving the vehicle MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER Turn Signals Move the multifunction control lever up to activate the right turn signal move the lever d...

Page 76: ...lights fail the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster than normal rate If an indicator fails to light when the control lever is moved it may mean that the fuse or indicator bulb is defective Headlight Dimmer Switch Push the multifunction control lever toward the instru ment panel to turn the headlights to high beam Pull the lever toward you to switch to low beam 76 UNDERSTAND...

Page 77: ...s will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the control lever is released Windshield Wipers And Washer The wipers and washer are operated by a switch in the multifunction control lever Turn the end of the lever to select desired wiper speed off intermittent normal or fast UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 3 ...

Page 78: ...adding washer fluid Use this feature only when 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: ...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 vehicle NOTE If the indicator light in the instrument cluster does not go out after starting the engine the ...

Page 80: ...e gauge After adjusting the air pressure in a tire there will be a delay before the system updates the dis play 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 vehicle s tire label NOTE The pressure in your tires changes with tem perature A significant decrease in temperature...

Page 81: ...ure is low you should correct your tire inflation pressure as soon as possible and inspect all of your tires Low tire pressure will cause the tire pressure light to illuminate and the alert will sound They will remain on for the rest of the driving cycle or until the tire pressure is corrected In addition to monitoring tire pressures the TPM system also monitors faults within the system If the TPM...

Page 82: ... a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others The BAS is designed to maximize the vehicle s braking capability 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...

Page 83: ... have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM ESP 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 driver can prevent acciden...

Page 84: ...l switch off the ESP system by pressing the upper half of the ESP switch With the ESP system switched off the engine torque reduction feature is cancelled Therefore the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable ESP al ways operates under braking even with the switch in the OFF position If one drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin the brake is applied by the ESP system until ...

Page 85: ...LOCK or ACC position Otherwise the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes Synchronizing ESP If the power supply was interrupted battery discon nected or discharged the BAS ESP malfunction indica tor light may be illuminated with the engine running To re synchronize the ESP and cancel the malfunction indi cator light the steering angle sensor will need to be recalibrat...

Page 86: ...rol automatically maintains the set speed by actively regulating the throttle setting Any speed above approximately 20 mph 30 km h can be maintained with the electronic speed control by operat ing the lever 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 87: ...er than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Vary The Speed Setting If a set speed needs to be adjusted slightly lift up or hold down the speed control lever briefly until the desired speed is reached A single tap on the lever up or down will change the speed in 0 6 mph 1 km h increments When the lever is released the newly s...

Page 88: ...e key in the ignition switch to the OFF LOCK position will turn off the speed control and erase the memory To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed pull the speed control lever toward you and then release The resume feature can be used at any speed above 20 mph 30 km h NOTE Moving the gear selector lever to the N position will switch the speed control off 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF Y...

Page 89: ...to allow the engine s braking power to maintain the set speed When more level roadway is reached the transmission will automatically upshift to fifth gear NOTE On very steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur It may be preferable to drive without speed control GARAGE DOOR OPENER The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that oper ate ...

Page 90: ... your garage door opener located in the garage is equipped with an antenna make sure that the antenna is hanging straight down 1 Turn off the engine WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a danger ous gas Do not run the vehicle s engine while programming the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are pro...

Page 91: ... light in the universal transceiver will begin to flash first slowly and then rapidly Release both buttons after the indicator light changes from slow to rapid flash If after 90 seconds the indicator does not flash rapidly or goes out return to Step 1 and repeat the procedure 7 Press and hold the just programmed universal trans ceiver button and observe the indicator light If the indicator stays o...

Page 92: ...t successfully program the universal trans ceiver to learn the signal of your hand held transmitter call toll free for customer assistance at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Gate Operator Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for the universal transc...

Page 93: ...onger than 30 seconds The universal transceiver is now in the program or learning mode and can be pro grammed at any time beginning with Programming Step 4 Reprogramming a Single Button To program a device using a universal transceiver button previously programmed follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired universal transceiver but ton DO NOT release the button 2 The indicator light will begi...

Page 94: ...d void the user s authority to operate the equipment HomeLink威 is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls Inc UMBRELLA HOOK Your Crossfire is equipped with an umbrella hook This feature is located behind and between the two seats just above the map pocket 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 95: ...io With Single Disc CD Player 111 Infinity Modulus Entertainment Systems 111 CD Player Operation 115 User Menu 117 User Memory User 1 2 3 117 Mono Stereo 117 Driver L R 118 Telephone Mute Characteristics 118 䡵 Compact Disc Maintenance 119 䡵 Radio Antenna 119 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 119 䡵 Climate Controls 120 Temperature Control 121 Fan Control 121 Basic Setting Heater 121 Basic Setti...

Page 96: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 96 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 97: ...he instrument cluster displays are activated by either opening the door pressing the left button within the cluster or turning the key in the ignition switch to the ON RUN position UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 97 4 ...

Page 98: ... with the above symbol WARNING Do not overfill the washer reservoir Do not attempt to fill to the top of the filler neck Fluid may leak out onto the floor or driveway causing a potential slip and fall hazard When the indicator light first illu minates the maximum fill amount is 1 Gallon 4 Liters 2 Low Tire Pressure Indicator Light The tire pressure monitor TPM system uses wireless technology to mo...

Page 99: ...oolant has dropped below the required level in the reservoir or the coolant temperature is too high see the Temperature gauge section To check the coolant level the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine stopped Check coolant level only when the coolant is cold WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from u...

Page 100: ...n signal To operate the turn signals continuously move the mul tifunction control lever past the point of resistance up or down The switch is automatically canceled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree The arrows in the instrument cluster will flash in unison with the respective exterior turn signal 7 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator Light The yellow ESP indicator l...

Page 101: ...tronic brake proportioning If the parking brake is off and the light remains on have the brake system in spected as soon as possible The warning light should be checked frequently to assure that it is operating properly This can be done by turning the ignition switch to START The light should come on If the red brake light does not come on when the ignition is turned to the ON RUN position have th...

Page 102: ...ey in the ignition switch turned to the ON RUN position and should go out with the engine running If the ABS warning indicator light comes on while the engine is running it indicates that the ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off In this case the brake system functions in the usual manner but without an tilock assistance If the ABS light is on have the system checked at your authoriz...

Page 103: ...should it fail to go out after starting or during operation it indicates a malfunction that must be repaired immediately at an authorized dealer If the charging system indicator light comes on or a loss of power steering assistance is noticeable while the engine is running this may indicate that the accessory drive belt has broken Should this condition occur the belt must be replaced before contin...

Page 104: ...ut the knob and turn it to the left for hour adjustment pull out the knob and turn it to the right for minute adjustment 20 Trip Odometer Flexible Service System FSS Indicator This display shows the distance traveled since last reset To reset Press the button to the left of the display once with the key in the ON RUN position Press the button twice with the key removed or in the OFF LOCK or ACC po...

Page 105: ...This symbol represents Ser vice A This second symbol represents Service B Depending on operating conditions through out the year the next service is calculated and displayed next to this symbol in days remain ing before the next service is required Likewise the next service may be calculated and displayed next to this symbol as distance remaining before the next service is required The counter can...

Page 106: ...ith the display illuminated by pressing the knob button twice within one second 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 deter...

Page 107: ... for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice 24 Airbag Light The operational readiness of the airbag sys tem is verified by the airbag indicator light in the instrument cluster when turning the key in the ignition switch to the ACC or ON RUN position If no fault is detected the light will go out after approximately 4 s...

Page 108: ...ld go out when the engine is running If the indi cator light does not go out after starting the engine the telescoping steering column is not locked properly WARNING Do not drive the vehicle until you have properly locked the steering column 26 Check Engine Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system that monitors the emissions and en gine control systems If a problem is detected in o...

Page 109: ...ed at your authorized dealer as soon as possible 28 Oil Level Indicator Light With the key in the ignition switch turned to the ON RUN position the oil level indicator light comes on It should go out immediately when the engine is running If the light does not go out or comes on while driving the engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum mark on the dipstick CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEV...

Page 110: ...el warning lamp comes on a malfunction in the engine oil level system is indicated A conveniently located dipstick allows manual checking of the oil level If no leaks are noted continue to drive to the nearest service station where the engine oil should be topped to the full mark on the dipstick with an approved oil 29 Low Fuel Warning Light When the fuel level drops to about 2 gallons 7 5 liters ...

Page 111: ... 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 unit can also be operated without the ignition switch turned on by pressing the ON OFF knob but it will switch off automatically after one hour The volume is controlled by ...

Page 112: ...ing the TP button again or by turning the volume control NOTE After six seconds without any action or by pressing OPT CD AM FM or TP the current setting is cancelled and the new setting is stored FM1 FM2 FM AS BEST FM The system has four FM memory modes that can be selected by repeatedly pressing the FM button FM1 One of ten memorized FM station frequencies can be selected by pressing a multifunct...

Page 113: ... SC To activate press the right rotary control push button until SC is displayed Beginning with the currently set frequency the next station scanned will be heard for eight seconds Press the right rotary control push button if you wish to keep the current station Once the scan begins it will continue until either a station or program is retained or until another mode is selected Radio Data System ...

Page 114: ... TOP 40 Top 40 REL TALK Religious Talk COUNTRY Country Music PERSNLTY Personality OLDIES Oldies Format PUBLIC Public Radio WEATHER Weather Forecast PTY 24 28 Not Specified NO PTY No Program Type AM AM AS The system has two AM modes available Press the AM button repeatedly until the band or operation mode is selected To search in this mode press the right rotary control push button and the abbrevia...

Page 115: ...ignal 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 General Information This radio 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 ...

Page 116: ...s 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 ...

Page 117: ...lly Your cur rent setting can be cancelled and the selections made will be saved by pressing 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 rot...

Page 118: ...l up the user menu then press the right rotary control push button repeatedly until DRIVER L 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 operati...

Page 119: ...me 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 lessen...

Page 120: ...mount and direction of the air circulating throughout the vehicle The system is always at operational readiness except when manually switched off 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 groun...

Page 121: ...nterclockwise to de crease fan speed Basic Setting Heater Select a temperature for each side of the pas senger compartment Select air volume with the fan control switch and set the fan control at least to position 2 to prevent windows from fogging up Set the air distribution control switch to the tri level setting Turn the defroster outlets for the side windows to the detent positions Open center ...

Page 122: ... Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the compressor is on This is a normal occurrence since the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and increase fuel economy 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 ...

Page 123: ...ide 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 124: ...defroster uses a large amount of power To keep the battery drain to a minimum turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 12 minutes of operation If 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 ...

Page 125: ...y perfor mance Press the recirculation button again to extend the recirculated air mode Residual Engine Heat Utilization REST With the engine switched off it is possible to continue heating the interior for a short while Air volume is controlled automatically Select a temperature for each side of the passenger compartment Set the air distribution control switch to the desired position To select tu...

Page 126: ...technician and refrigerant should be collected in a recovery system for recycling Dust Filter Nearly all dust particles and pollen are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system NOTE Keep the air intake grille in front of windshield free of snow and debris Operating Tips 126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 127: ...ansmission Shifting 131 Automatic Transmission 131 Stopping 132 Maneuvering 133 Park Position 133 Reverse 134 Neutral 134 Drive 134 AutoStick威 Gear Selection 134 Gear Ranges 136 Program Mode Selector Switch 136 Emergency Operation Limp Home Mode 137 䡵 Parking Brake 138 䡵 Brake System 139 Brake Assist System BAS 139 Electronic Stability Program ESP 141 Synchronizing ESP 143 5 ...

Page 128: ...153 Original Equipment Tires 153 Snow Tires 154 Tread Wear Indicators 155 Replacement Tires 155 Tire Rotation Recommendations 156 Alignment And Balance 157 䡵 Fuel Requirements 158 Reformulated Gasoline 158 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 158 MMT In Gasoline 159 Materials Added To Fuel 159 Sulfur In Gasoline 159 䡵 Adding Fuel 160 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 160 䡵 Vehicle Loading 162 Roof Luggage Rack 162 䡵 T...

Page 129: ...lease when the engine starts If 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 NOTE Due to the starter non repeat feature the key must be turned completely to the left before attempting to start the engine again Extremely Cold Weathe...

Page 130: ...ccelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again If the engine has been flooded it may start to run but not have enough power to continue running when the ke...

Page 131: ...le Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Children could move the gearshift lever which could result in an accident or serious injury Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission selects individual gears au tomatically dependent upon Selector lever position Program mode selector switch Accelerator position Vehicle speed STARTING AND OPERATING 131...

Page 132: ...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 133: ...e 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 NOTE The key can be removed from the ignition switch only with the selector lever in the PARK position With the key removed the selector lever is locked in the PARK position With a malfunction in...

Page 134: ...driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding e g on icy roads NOTE Coasting the vehicle or driving for any other reason with selector lever in NEUTRAL can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Limited Warranty Drive The transmission automatically upshifts through fifth gear The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operatin...

Page 135: ...ectly to gear D WARNING On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control Your vehi cle s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control You could lose control of your vehicle and have an accident NOTE With transmission in gear D 4 or 3 upshifting from FIRST to SECOND to THIRD gear may be delayed dependi...

Page 136: ...le 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 OVERDRIVE This range should be used for most city and highway driving It provides the smoothest upshifts and down shifts and best fuel economy Program mode selector switch The ...

Page 137: ...osition 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 characteristics for which you may not be prepared Emergency Operation Limp Home Mode If vehicl...

Page 138: ...y 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 authorized dealer im mediately Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the PARK position To release the parking br...

Page 139: ...reason for example repeated brake applications with the engine off the brakes will still function The effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal capability the remaining system will still function with some loss of overall braking effectiveness This will be evident by increas...

Page 140: ...d skillful driver can prevent acci dents The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety 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...

Page 141: ...gine is running If the malfunction indicator light stays illuminated have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible Electronic Stability Program ESP The ESP enhances directional control and reduces wheel spin under various driving conditions When ESP is active engine torque is limited and the ESP warning light starts to flash In winter operation the effectiveness of the...

Page 142: ...ing adapt your speed to the prevail ing road conditions CAUTION If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised see the What To Do In Emergencies section in this manual the engine must be shut off key in the ignition switch turned to the OFF LOCK or ACC position Otherwise the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes NOTE When the ESP warning light is illuminated cont...

Page 143: ... 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 ESP Control switch The ESP control switch is located in the center console When the ESP is switched off the warning light in the instrument cluster comes on Whe...

Page 144: ...e ESP warning light goes out Anti Lock Brake System ABS The ABS gives increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions The system automatically pumps the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock up The system operates to prevent wheel lock up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces NOTE The ABS improves steering control of the ve hicle durin...

Page 145: ... at about 12 mph 20 km h If you have your foot lightly on the brake while this test is occurring you may feel slight pedal movement The movement can be more apparent on ice and snow The anti lock brake system pump motor makes a low humming noise during opera tion which is normal WARNING Pumping of the brake pedal will diminish the effec tiveness of the anti lock brakes and may lead to an accident ...

Page 146: ... is above this value again the malfunction indicator light should 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 th...

Page 147: ... 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 Al...

Page 148: ...roperly 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 c...

Page 149: ... 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 pres...

Page 150: ... 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 operatio...

Page 151: ...exing 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 be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode an...

Page 152: ...e tire label NOTE A TPM system does not replace normal tire maintenance CAUTION The TPM system has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPM system pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable operation or sensor dam age may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can ca...

Page 153: ...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 capability in dry and wet weather conditions The all season per formance tires while offering slightly less road handling capability are able to provide traction capab...

Page 154: ...mmend 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 ...

Page 155: ...e 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 be found on the original equipment tire Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety han...

Page 156: ...ty can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read ings Check with your authorized dealer before replacing tires with a different size Tire Rotation Recommendations Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering dri...

Page 157: ...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 158: ...ued 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 the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burnin...

Page 159: ... ration recommends using gasolines without MMT Since the MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the pump you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his her gasoline contains MMT MMT is prohibited in both Federal and California refor mulated gasolines In Canada MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States For this reason it is even more important to lo...

Page 160: ...oard Diagnostic System OBDII paragraph in the Maintaining Your Vehicle section of this manual ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is located under the fuel filler door on the passenger s side of the vehicle To open the door be sure it is unlocked then gently press the rear edge of the door until a click can be heard then release The door rear edge will spring open enough to grasp and p...

Page 161: ...proxi mately 2 1 gallons 8 liters Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the CHECK ENGINE light to illuminate NOTE When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full Tighten the gas cap until you hear a single click This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened The CHECK ENGINE light will come on if the gas cap is not properly secured Make sure that t...

Page 162: ...y loads on the roof luggage rack which may come in contact with the roof panel The load should be secured and placed on top of the rack not directly on the roof If it is necessary to place some part of the load on the roof place a blanket or some other protection between the load and the roof surface To avoid damage to the roof luggage rack and vehicle do not exceed the rated load capacity of your...

Page 163: ...ed loads can fly off the vehicle particularly at high speeds resulting in personal injury or property damage Follow the roof luggage rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your Crossfire is not recommended STARTING AND OPERATING 163 5 ...

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Page 165: ...67 TIREFIT 167 Preparations For Jacking 170 Jack Location And Instructions 172 䡵 Jump Starting The Battery 174 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces 176 Traction 177 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 177 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 178 Towing Eyes 179 Tow Away Alarm 181 䡵 Convertible Top Emergency Operation 182 Relieving Hydraulic Pressure 183 6 ...

Page 166: ... 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 167: ... 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 temperature gauge pointer is in the red area turn off the engine immediately You may want to call an authorized dealer for service If you ...

Page 168: ...r assistance Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair eyes or clothing TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled swallowed or absorbed through the skin It causes skin eye and respiratory irritation Any contact with eyes or skin should be flushed immediately with plenty of water If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT change clothing as soon as possible In case of allergic ...

Page 169: ...lant bottle on the tire valve 10 Insert the power plug 4 into the power point on the instrument panel 11 Turn the ignition key to the ON RUN position 12 Press the switch on the air pump to 1 The air pump should start to inflate the tire 13 After five minutes the tire should be inflated to at least 26 psi 180 kPa on the pressure gauge 14 If the tire doesn t inflate to this level press the air pump ...

Page 170: ...ttempt to drive the vehicle further and call for assistance NOTE Do not operate the electric air pump for more than eight minutes to avoid overheating The air pump may be used again once it has cooled down NOTE Replace the TIREFIT sealant bottle once every four years to assure optimum operation of the system NOTE If TIREFIT is liquid clean water and a damp cloth will remove the material from the v...

Page 171: ...a tire has been severely damaged and must be replaced See TIREFIT Tire Repair section for a descrip tion of cuts and punctures that may be repairable with TIREFIT Turn on the hazard warning flashers and park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoid ice or slippery areas Firmly set the parking brake and shift the transmission selector lever into PARK Turn off the engine Block the wheel diagonally ...

Page 172: ...ion 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 carpet 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 172 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 173: ... base meets the ground Place the jack on firm ground Position the jack so that it is always level even if the vehicle is parked on an incline 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 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 173 6 ...

Page 174: ...tools in the places provided JUMP STARTING THE BATTERY WARNING Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised It can 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...

Page 175: ... 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 le...

Page 176: ... 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 SLIPP...

Page 177: ...en 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 leas...

Page 178: ... 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 pos...

Page 179: ... 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 beh...

Page 180: ... 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 180 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 181: ...on switch or press the transmit button on the key fob 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 up...

Page 182: ...partment divider secured in the vertical position If the 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 car...

Page 183: ...t 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 frame...

Page 184: ...f 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 184 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 185: ...y 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 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 185 6 ...

Page 186: ...t 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 186 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 187: ...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 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 187 6 ...

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Page 189: ... 195 Engine Oil 195 Ignition Wiring System 201 Crankcase Emission Control System 201 Maintenance Free Battery 201 Air Conditioner 202 Power Steering Fluid 203 Chassis Lubrication 204 Body Lubrication 204 Windshield Wiper Blades 205 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 205 Windshield Washer Reservoir 206 Exhaust System 207 Cooling System 208 Hoses And Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 211 Brakes 211 Automatic T...

Page 190: ...28 Interior Light Bulbs 228 Exterior Light Bulbs 228 䡵 Exterior Light Bulb Service 228 Headlights 228 Front Turn Signal And Parking Standing Lights 229 Front And Rear Sidemarker Lights 229 Tail Stop Back Up And Turn Signal Lights 230 License Plate Light 230 Headlight Aiming 231 䡵 Vehicle Storage 231 䡵 Specifications 233 䡵 Fluid Capacities 235 䡵 Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 236 E...

Page 191: ...3 2L SRT ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 191 7 ...

Page 192: ...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 193: ...ur vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going 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 th...

Page 194: ...peration you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle 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 ...

Page 195: ...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 196: ...fter it has sat overnight Checking the oil while the vehicle 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 196 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 197: ... 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 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...

Page 198: ...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 199: ...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 200: ... 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 201: ... 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 202: ...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 203: ...rigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced 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 ...

Page 204: ...ternal leakage or damage when other maintenance is per formed If leakage or damage is evident replace the universal joint boot and grease immediately Continued operation could result in failure of the univer sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of the grease This would require complete replacement of the joint assembly Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items ...

Page 205: ...ades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent This will remove accumulations of salt or road film and help reduce streaking and smearing Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshie...

Page 206: ...windshield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze rated not to freeze at 25 F 31 C Operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water WARNING Do not overfill the washer reservoir Do not attempt to fill to the top of the filler neck Fluid may leak out onto the floor or driveway causing a potential slip and fall hazard When the indicator light first illu minates the maximum fill am...

Page 207: ... 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 In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri cation or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust...

Page 208: ...s 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 radia...

Page 209: ...uine 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 with the radiator coolant and may plug the radiator Adding Coolant When a...

Page 210: ...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 211: ...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 212: ...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 213: ... 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 214: ...tained 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 Corporation will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to th...

Page 215: ... obtain maximum benefit from the 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 pollutan...

Page 216: ...cident 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 preven...

Page 217: ...ION 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 as...

Page 218: ...the 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 Ne...

Page 219: ...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 you are going to park the vehicle o...

Page 220: ...hing 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 Similar Organic Solvents Abrasive Type Cleaners or Bleaches The following methods are sufficient if the top is only lightly soiled Dry Cleaning Brush th...

Page 221: ...ather 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 together...

Page 222: ...e 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 222 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 223: ...Amp Beige Indicator Safety Restraint System and Indicator Passenger Airbag Off 4 7 5 Amp Brown Heated Mirror 5 15 Amp Blue Radio Coupe 5 25 Amp White 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 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 223 7 ...

Page 224: ...al Engine Heat Utilization 16 Spare 17 40 Amp Orange Electronic Stability Program Cavity Fuse Circuits 18 40 Amp Orange Electronic Stability Program 19 40 Amp Orange Power Window 20 30 Amp Green Wiper 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 R...

Page 225: ...l 36 30 Amp Green Climate Control Coupe 36 5 Amp Beige Exterior Mirror Adjustment Roadster 37 5 Amp Beige Circulating Air Instrument Clus ter Radio Frequency Remote Control Climate Control 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 226: ...lue Engine Control 1 4 40 Amp Orange Air Pump 5 15 Amp Blue Fuel Pump 6 15 Amp Blue Horn Interior Fuses The fuse access door is located on the end of the instrument panel on the driver s side behind the trim panel cover Use a coin or flat blade screwdriver to open and close this access door 226 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 227: ...Circuits 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 Not Used Spare Fuse 13 Not Used Spare Fuse 14 Not Used Spare Fuse MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 227 ...

Page 228: ...ght 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 229: ... 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 bulb...

Page 230: ... Replace the light and return to open socket turn clockwise until it stops 4 Replace the access door in the trim panel License Plate Light 1 Remove the two lens assembly mounting screws 2 Pull the bulb out of the socket 3 Replace the bulb and reattach the lens assembly 4 Align and resecure the two lens assembly mounting screws NOTE Be sure not to over torque the mounting screws or permanent damage...

Page 231: ...adjustments are neces sary contact your manufacturer s dealer A detailed ser vice procedure is contained in the manufacturer s Service Manual Information on purchasing a Service Manual can be found at the back of this Owner s Manual VEHICLE STORAGE We recommend that you follow these guidelines before storing your Crossfire for extended periods Fill the gas tank This will prevent water condensation...

Page 232: ...nect until the control module relearns these functions Check the battery every four to six weeks to ensure that the voltage is above 12 40 Voltage will drop more rapidly in hot temperatures If battery voltage drops below 12 40 follow the battery recharge procedure in the Service Manual Check that the radiator coolant level of protection is to at least 20 F 29 C Block the wheels Do not apply the pa...

Page 233: ...ransmitter to set the alarm SPECIFICATIONS Engine Specifications Engine Size 195 2 CID 3 2 Liters Mode of Operation 4 stroke engine com pressed air gasoline injec tion No of Cylinders 6 Horsepower SAE J 1349 330 hp 246 kW 6100 rpm Bore 3 54 in 89 90 mm Stroke 3 30 in 84 00 mm Torque SAE J 1349 310 ft lbs 420 N m 3500 rpm Firing Order 1 4 3 6 2 5 Compression Ratio 9 0 1 Spark Plugs NGK IFR 6D10 Spa...

Page 234: ...mum Width With Mirrors 76 9 in 1954 mm Overall Height Coupe 51 5 in 1307 mm Roadster 51 8 in 1315 mm Front Track 58 8 in 1493 mm Rear Track 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 3240 lbs 1469 kg Roadster 3328 lbs 1509 kg M...

Page 235: ... Liters 8 5 Qts Cooling System 3 2 L Supercharged Engine 14 5 Liters 15 3 Qts Automatic Transmission 8 0 Liters 8 5 Qts Rear Axle 1 3 Liters 1 4 Qts Power Steering Reservoir 1 0 Liters 1 1 Qts Brake Reservoir 5 Liters 5 Qts Windshield Washer Reservoir 7 0 Liters 7 4 Qts Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 235 7 ...

Page 236: ... Oil Only 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 NGK IFR 6D10 Spark Plug Gap 0 039 in 1 0 mm Fuel Selection Premium Unleaded 91 Octane 236 MAINTA...

Page 237: ...imum wet boiling point WERBP 356 F 180 C maximum viscosity 1500 mm2 s conforming to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925 Power Steering Reservoir No fluid service required Filled at the factory with Pentosin CHF 11S Steering noise and reduced component life may result if an unapproved fluid is used Rear Axle Fluid Only use synthetic SAE 75W 85 axle lubricant that meets MB 231 1 Re duced axle durability may resu...

Page 238: ...nd Links Mopar威 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 238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 239: ... Schedule Maintenance Service 242 Scope Of Work For B Schedule Maintenance Service 243 䡵 FSS System 244 䡵 Regular Check Ups 246 Additional Periodic Maintenance 247 䡵 Special Maintenance Requirements 248 Coolant 248 Dust Filter For Heating Ventilation Replacement 248 䡵 Engine Oil Change And Filter Replacement 248 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 240: ...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 241: ... 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 242: ...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 243: ... 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 244: ...ils on how to use the FSS The oil change interval for your 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 signific...

Page 245: ...hould have the maintenance performed within the stated time 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 determ...

Page 246: ...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 247: ...lement At approximately 80 000 miles 129 000 km Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter Use the recommended automatic transmission fluid After this change it is filled for life 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 such as Valvoline GO5 or an equiv...

Page 248: ...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 249: ...t 250 Prepare A List 250 Be Reasonable With Requests 250 䡵 If You Need Assistance 250 䡵 Warranty Information 252 䡵 Mopar威 Parts 254 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 254 In Canada 254 䡵 Publication Order Forms 255 䡵 Tire Safety Information 256 Tire Markings 256 Tire Identification Number TIN 259 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 260 9 ...

Page 250: ...d a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment 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 warranty issue or related matter that you may experience Authorized ...

Page 251: ...uburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 800 465 2001 In Mexico contact A V Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma 1240 Sante Fe C P 05109 Mexico D F In Mexico 915 729 1248 or 729 1240 Outside Mexico 525 729 1248 or 729 1240 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY To assist customers who have...

Page 252: ...rysler Corporation s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the DaimlerChrysler Corporation s Service Contract If you purchased a ser vice contract that is not a DaimlerChrysler Corporation Service Contract and you require service after your DaimlerChrysler Corporation s new vehicle limited war ranty expires please refer to your contract documents and contact th...

Page 253: ...IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 253 9 ...

Page 254: ...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 255: ... 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 256: ...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 257: ... 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 257 9 ...

Page 258: ...e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra Load or Reinforced 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 ...

Page 259: ...ifies that the tire is in com pliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing loca tion 2 digits L9 Code representing the tire size 2 digits ABCD Code used by tire manufacturer 1 to 4 dig its 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Number ...

Page 260: ... B pillar Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 the total weight your vehicle can carry 3 the tire size designed for your vehicle 4 the cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires 260 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 261: ... should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs or Vehicle Capacity on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds or Vehicle Capacity on y...

Page 262: ...duces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustra tion purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle NOTE For the f...

Page 263: ...IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 263 9 ...

Page 264: ... 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 264 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

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Page 266: ...7 Antenna 119 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 235 Anti Lock Warning Light 102 Appearance Care 215 Ashtrays and Lighter 63 Automatic Door Locks 13 Automatic Transmission 131 214 Fluid and Filter Changes 214 Fluid Level Check 214 Fluid Type 214 Autostick 134 Ball Joints 204 Battery 103 201 Saving Feature Protection 73 Belts Drive 199 Belts Seat 22 Body Mechanism Lubrication 204 Brake Assist System 82 Brak...

Page 267: ...e 62 Contract Service 252 Converter Catalytic 170 Convertible 52 Convertible Top 52 Convertible Top Maintenance 219 Convertible Top Manual Override 182 Coolant 209 248 Cooling System 208 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 209 Coolant Level 208 Disposal of Used Coolant 209 Drain Flush and Refill 208 Points to Remember 210 Pressure Cap 210 Rubber and Plastic Components 211 Selection of Coolant 209 Corrosion ...

Page 268: ...se 19 Emission Control System Maintenance 193 241 Engine Break In Recommendations 46 Checking Oil Level 195 Compartment 191 Oil 195 235 Oil Change Interval 197 Oil Selection 198 Exhaust Gas Caution 47 Exhaust System 207 Exterior Lights 228 Filters Air Cleaner 199 Air Conditioning 248 Engine Fuel 199 Engine Oil 198 Fluid Capacities 233 235 Fluid Leaks 48 Four Way Hazard Flasher 166 Freeing A Stuck ...

Page 269: ...ion Key 9 Wiring System 201 Illuminated Entry 73 Infant Restraint 40 Inside Rearview Mirror 66 Instrument Cluster 97 Instrument Panel and Controls 96 Instrument Panel Cover 218 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 219 Interior Appearance Care 217 Introduction 4 Jack Location 172 Jack Operation 167 Jump Starting 174 Key In Reminder 10 Keyless Entry System 14 Keys 9 Knee Bolster 29 Lap Shoulder Belts 23 L...

Page 270: ...ion Body 204 Maintenance Free Battery 201 Maintenance Procedures 195 Maintenance Schedules 241 Malfunction Indicator Light 108 193 Manual Override Convertible Top 182 Manual Service 255 Manual Transmission 131 Marker Lights Side 229 Master Cylinder 213 Mirrors 66 Electric Powered 68 Electric Remote 67 Exterior Folding 67 Heated 67 Outside 67 Rearview 66 Vanity 69 Monitor Tire Pressure System 80 15...

Page 271: ...elector Switch 136 Programming Transmitters 92 93 Radial Ply Tires 151 Radio Antenna 119 Radio Operation 119 Radio Sound Systems 111 Rear Liftgate 22 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 236 Reformulated Gasoline 158 Refrigerant 203 Remote Keyless Entry 14 Replacement Tires 155 Reporting Safety Defects 254 Residual Engine Heat Utilization REST 125 Restraints Child 39 Restraints Infant 4...

Page 272: ...ugs 199 Specifications 233 Standing Lights 75 Starting 129 Cold Weather 129 Emergency Jump Starting 174 Engine Fails to Start 130 Steering Linkage 204 Power 147 Storage 231 Storage Bin 62 Stuck Freeing 177 Sulfur in Gasoline 159 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 29 Telescoping Steering Column 79 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 167 Theft Alarm 17 Theft System 17 TIREFIT 167 Tires 148 256 Air Pr...

Page 273: ... Wear Indicators 155 Trunk Release Emergency 19 Turn Signals 75 Umbrella Hook 94 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 256 Universal Transmitter 90 93 Vacuum Vapor Harnesses 211 Vehicle Identification Number 6 Vehicle Loading 162 Vehicle Storage 231 Vehicle Theft Alarm 17 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 252 Washer Adding Fluid 206 Washing Vehicle 215 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 216 Windows Power ...

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