Chrysler Crossfire - 3.2 L Engine

Chrysler Crossfire

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3.2L ENGINE

260 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Table of Contents

Vehicles Sold in Canada3
Driving and Alcohol3
Table of Contents4
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 74
Introduction Contents5
How to Use this Manual6
Introduction 36
Description of Symbols7
Warnings and Cautions8
Vehicle Identification Number8
Table of Contents9
Before Starting Your Vehicle Contents9
A Word about Your Keys11
- Obtaining Replacement Keys12
- Ignition Key Removal13
- Key-In-Ignition Reminder13
Glove Compartment Lock14
Door Locks14
- Central Locking Switch16
- Automatic Central Locking16
- General Notes on the Central Locking System17
Remote Keyless Entry18
- Emergency Unlocking Feature18
- Start Lockout18
- To Unlock the Doors18
- To Lock the Doors19
- Panic Alarm20
- To Use the Panic Alarm20
- General Information21
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 1921
- Transmitter Battery Service22
- To Change Batteries22
Security Alarm System23
- Tow-Away Alarm23
Decklid Internal Emergency Release - Roadster24
Power Windows26
Rear Liftgate/Decklid Release27
- Power Window Operation with the Convertible Top Switch (Roadster Only)27
Occupant Restraints28
- Lap/Shoulder Belts29
- Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions30
- Seat Belts and Pregnant Women34
- Seat Belt Extender34
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag35
Engine Break-In Recommendations63
Safety Tips63
- Exhaust Gas63
  - Seat Belts64
  - Defrosters64
- Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle64
  - Lights65
  - Fluid Leaks65
- Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle65
- Understanding the Features of Vehicle Contents67
- Convertible Top Operation70
- To Lower the Top72
- To Raise the Top77
- Convertible Top Lamp and Audible Signal Chart81
- Console Features82
- Storage Compartments (if Equipped)82
- Ashtray84
- Coin Holder85
- Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter85
- Glove Compartment86
- Cupholder (if Equipped)86
- Inside Day/Night Mirror87
- Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature88
- Outside Mirrors88
- Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors88
- Heated Remote Control Mirrors (if Equipped)88
- Seats90
- Vanity Mirrors90
- Seat Height (Drivers Seat Only)91
- Manual Seat Adjustments (if Equipped)91
  - Forward/Rearward92
  - Backrest Tilt92
  - Head Restraint Height92
- Driver Eight-Way Power Seat (if Equipped)93
- Passenger Four-Way Power Seat (if Equipped)94
- Heated Seats (if Equipped)94
- To Open and Close the Hood95
- Interior Lights96
- Front Map/Reading Lights97
- Battery Saver Feature97
- Instrument Panel Lighting98
- Night Security Illumination98
- Exterior Lights99
- Headlights and Parking Lights99
- Daytime Running Lights (Where Applicable)99
- Light-On Reminder99
- Standing Lights100
- Fog Lights (if Equipped)100
- Multifunction Control Lever101
- Turn Signals101
- Headlight Dimmer Switch102
- Passing Light103
- Windshield Wipers and Washer103
- Mist Function105
- Telescoping Steering Column106
- Rear Spoiler108
- Brake Assist System (BAS)110
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)112
- Electronic Speed Control115
- Synchronizing ESP115
- To Vary the Speed Setting117
- To Deactivate117
- To Resume Speed118
- Using Speed Control on Hills118
- 116 Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle118
- Garage Door Opener (if Equipped)119
- Programming the Universal Transceiver120
- Gate Operator/Canadian Programming123
- Using the Universal Transceiver124
- Erasing Universal Transceiver Buttons124
- Reprogramming a Single Button124
- Security124
- Umbrella Hook125
- Understanding Your Instrument Panel Contents127
- Instruments and Controls129
- Instrument Cluster130
- Instrument Cluster Description131
  - Checking Engine Oil Level144
  - "Infinity Modulus "AM/FM Stereo Radio with Single-Disc CD Player and GPS Navigation145
  - Power/Volume Control146
- AM/FM Stereo Radio with Single-Disc CD Player146
- Infinity Modulus Entertainment Systems146
  - Audio (AUD) Settings147
  - Fm1 – Fm2 – Fm as – Best Fm148
  - Radio Data System (RDS) Stations149
  - Am-Am as150
- CD Player Operation151
- Features of the CD Player152
- User Menu153
- User Memory (User - 1, 2, 3)154
- Mono/Stereo154
- Driver - L/R155
- Telephone Mute Characteristics155
- Compact Disc Maintenance156
- Radio Antenna156
- Radio Operation and Cellular Phones157
- Climate Controls157
- Temperature Control158
- Fan Control158
- Basic Setting - Heater159
- Basic Setting - Air Conditioner159
  - Defrosting160
  - Defogging Windows Fogged up on Inside161
  - Windshield Fogged up on Outside161
  - Ventilation162
  - Climate Control - off162
  - Rear Window Defroster162
  - Air Recirculation/Rest163
  - Residual Engine Heat Utilization (REST)164
- Dust Filter (if Equipped)164
- Operating Tips165
- Starting and Operating Contents167
- Starting Procedures170
- Normal Starting170
- Starting and Operating170
- Extremely Cold Weather (below -20°F or -29°C)171
- If Engine Fails to Start171
- After Starting172
- Transmission Shifting173
- Manual Transmission173
- Recommended Shift Speeds174
- Automatic Transmission176
- Vehicle Speed176
- Stopping177
- Maneuvering177
- Park Position178
- Reverse179
- Neutral179
- Drive180
- Autostick Gear Selection180
- Gear Ranges181
- Program Mode Selector Switch182
- Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)183
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces184
- Traction184
- Driving through Water185
- Flowing/Rising Water185
- Shallow Standing Water185
- Parking Brake187
- Brake System188
- Brake Assist System (BAS)189
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)191
- ESP Control Switch193
- Synchronizing ESP193
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)194
- Power Steering198
- Brake Pad Break-In198
- Tire Safety Information200
- Tire Markings200
  - Tire Sizing Chart201
  - Tire Identification Number (TIN)203
- Tire Loading and Tire Pressure205
  - Tire Placard Location205
  - Tire and Loading Information Placard205
  - Loading206
  - Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit206
- Tires - General Information209
- Tire Pressure209
- Safety209
- Tire Inflation Pressures210
- Economy210
- Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation212
- Radial-Ply Tires212
- Tire Spinning213
- Tread Wear Indicators213
- Life of Tire214
- Replacement Tires215
- Tire Pressure Monitor System216
- Alignment and Balance216
- General Information220
- Tire Chains221
- Original Equipment Tires222
- Snow Tires222
- Tire Rotation Recommendations223
- Fuel Requirements224
- Tire Rotation Pattern224
- Reformulated Gasoline225
- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends225
- MMT in Gasoline226
- Materials Added to Fuel226
- Sulfur in Gasoline226
- Adding Fuel227
- Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)227
- Vehicle Loading229
- Vehicle Loading Capacities229
- Roof Luggage Rack230
  - Convertible Top Vehicles230
  - Coupe Vehicles230
- Trailer Towing231
- What to Do in Emergencies Contents233
- Hazard Warning Flasher234
- If Your Engine Overheats234
- TIREFIT Tire Repair and Jacking236
- Sealing Tire with TIREFIT237
- Preparations for Jacking239
- Jack Location and Instructions241
- Jump-Starting the Battery243
- Freeing a Stuck Vehicle246
- Towing a Disabled Vehicle247
- Towing Eyes249
- Tow-Away Alarm250
- Convertible Top Emergency Operation251
- Relieving Hydraulic Pressure252
- Opening a Locked Decklid258
- Maintaining Your Vehicle Contents259
- 3.2L Engine262
- Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)263
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs264
- Replacement Parts265
- Authorized Dealer Service265
- Maintenance Procedures266
- Engine Oil266
  - Checking Oil Level266
  - Change Engine Oil268
  - Engine Oil Selection269
  - Materials Added to Engine Oils269
  - Engine Oil Viscosity Chart269
  - Disposing of Used Engine Oil270
  - Engine Oil Filter Selection270
  - Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tension270
  - Spark Plugs270
  - Engine Fuel Filter271
  - Catalytic Converter271
- Ignition Wiring System273
- Crankcase Emission Control System273
- Maintenance-Free Battery273
- Air Conditioner275
- Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling275
- Power Steering Fluid276
- Chassis Lubrication277
  - Front Suspension Ball Joints277
  - Steering Linkage277
  - Drive Shaft Universal Joints277
- Body Lubrication278
- Windshield Wiper Blades278
- Driver’s Door Lock Cylinder278
- Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement279
- Windshield Washer Reservoir280
- Exhaust System281
- Cooling System282
  - Coolant Checks282
  - Cooling System - Drain, Flush and Refill283
  - Engine Coolant Disposal283
  - Selection of Coolant283
  - Adding Coolant284
  - Cooling System Pressure Cap284
  - Points to Remember285
- Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses286
- Brakes287
  - Brake and Power Steering System Hoses287
  - Brake Master Cylinder288
  - Selection of Lubricant290
  - Fluid Level Check290
- Automatic Transmission290
- Fluid and Filter Changes291
- Manual Transmission291
  - Frequency of Fluid Change292
  - Special Additives292
  - Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion292
  - What Causes Corrosion?292
- Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion292
  - Washing293
  - Special Care293
  - Wheel and Wheel Trim Care294
  - Interior Care295
  - Leather Seat Care and Cleaning295
  - Cleaning Headlights296
  - Glass Surfaces296
  - Instrument Panel Cover296
- Convertible Top Care297
  - Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses297
  - Seat Belt Maintenance297
- General Cleaning298
- Washing298
- Wet Cleaning299
- Weather Strip Care299
- Underhood Accessory Fuse Block Fuses299
- Relay Control Module Fuses304
- Interior Fuses305
- Replacement Bulbs307
- Interior Light Bulbs307
- Exterior Light Bulbs307
- Exterior Light Bulb Service308
- Headlights308
- Front Turn Signal and Parking/Standing Lights309
- Front and Rear Sidemarker Lights309
- Tail, Stop, Back up and Turn Signal Lights310
- License Plate Light311
- Headlight Aiming312
- Vehicle Storage313
- Specifications315
- Fluid Capacities317
- Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts318
- Engine318
- Chassis319
- Body320
- Maintenance Schedules Contents321
- Introduction322
- Warranty322
- Emission Control System Maintenance323
- Maintenance Schedules324
- Scope of Work for "A" Schedule Maintenance Service324
- Function Check324
- Scope of Work for "B" Schedule Maintenance Service325
  - Inspection326
  - Fluid Levels326
- FSS System327
- Regular Check-Ups328
  - At each Stop for Fuel329
  - Once a Month329
- Additional Periodic Maintenance329
- Special Maintenance Requirements331
- Coolant331
- Dust Filter for Heating/Ventilation Replacement331
- Replacement (if Equipped)331
- Engine Oil Change and Filter Replacement332
- If You Need Consumer Assistance Contents333
- Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle335
- Prepare for the Appointment335
- Prepare a List335
- Be Reasonable with Requests335
- If You Need Assistance335
- Chrysler Motors LLC Customer Center336
- Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center in Mexico337
- Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)337
- Service Contract337
- In Mexico Contact337
- Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)338
- MOPAR Parts339
- Reporting Safety Defects339
- In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C339
- In Canada339
- Publication Order Forms340
  - Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades341
  - Traction Grades341
  - Temperature Grades342
  - Index344
  - Installation of Radio Transmitting Equipment356

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