CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE 2008 1.G Owners Manual

Crossfire
OWNER’ S MANUAL
2008
2008Crossfire
810260845First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

Crossfire
OWNER’ S MANUAL
2008
2008 Cro ssfir e
810260845 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name
Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the
name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of
accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are
drinking, don't drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking
driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your
perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower,
and your judgment is impaired when you have been
drinking. Never drink and then drive.
This manual illustrates and describes the operation of
features and equipment that are either standard or op-
tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a
description of features and equipment that are no longer
available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please
disregard any features and equipment described in this
manual that are not on this vehicle.
Chrysler LLC reserves the right to make changes in
design and specifications, and/or make additions to or
improvements to its products without imposing any
obligation upon itself to install them on products previ-
ously manufactured.
Copyright 2007 Chrysler LLC

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...............................7
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...............................65
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL................................... 125
5STARTING AND OPERATING................................................. 165
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...............................................231
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE............................................... 257
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES.................................................. 319
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE..........................................331
10INDEX....................................................................341
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
mIntroduction........................... 4
mHow To Use This Manual.................. 4mWarnings And Cautions................... 6
mVehicle Identification Number............... 6
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer-oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this Owner's Manual will
help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained
technicians and genuine Mopartparts, 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 harm.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed Index, at the back of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this manual:
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This manual containsWARNINGSagainst operating
procedures which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also containsCAUTIONSagainst procedures
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual 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 VIN and optional equipment.NOTE:It is illegal to remove the VIN.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mA Word About Your Keys.................. 9
NKeys............................... 9
NObtaining Replacement Keys..............10
NIgnition Key Removal...................11
NKey-In-Ignition Reminder................11
mGlove Compartment Lock..................12
mDoor Locks............................12
NCentral Locking Switch..................14
NAutomatic Central Locking...............14NGeneral Notes On The Central Locking
System..............................15
NEmergency Unlocking Feature.............16
NStart Lockout.........................16
mRemote Keyless Entry.....................16
NTo Unlock The Doors...................16
NTo Lock The Doors.....................17
NPanic Alarm..........................18
NTo Use The Panic Alarm.................18
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NGeneral Information....................19
NTransmitter Battery Service...............20
mSecurity Alarm System....................21
NTow-Away Alarm......................21
mDecklid Internal Emergency Release - Roadster . . .22
mPower Windows........................24
NPower Window Operation With The
Convertible Top Switch (Roadster Only)......25
mRear Liftgate/Decklid Release...............25
mOccupant Restraints......................26
NLap/Shoulder Belts.....................27NSeat Belts And Pregnant Women............32
NSeat Belt Extender......................32
NSupplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag . .33
NChild Restraint........................52
mEngine Break-In Recommendations...........61
mSafety Tips............................61
NExhaust Gas..........................61
NSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle..............................62
NPeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle....................63
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