CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE SRT 2005 1.G Owners Manual

Tow-Away Alarm
Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior
vehicle lights will flash and an alarm will sound when
anyone attempts to raise the vehicle for towing. The
alarm will last approximately three minutes in the form
of flashing exterior lights. At the same time, an alarm will
sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the
vehicle is immediately lowered. To cancel the alarm,
insert the key in the ignition 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 upper half of the tow-away
alarm switch. The indicator light will illuminate briefly.
Then, exit the vehicle and lock with a key or the remote
control. The tow-away alarm remains switched off until
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the vehicle is locked again with a key or the remote
control, at which time it is automatically reactivated.
CONVERTIBLE TOP EMERGENCY OPERATION
If the convertible top cannot be closed using the convert-
ible top switch, check the following:
•Is the decklid closed properly?
•Is there sufficient battery voltage? Start the engine if
necessary.
•Is the rear cargo compartment 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 care by two people. Close the convertible
top manually in emergency cases only. Otherwise,
visit an authorized DaimlerChrysler Dealer.
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Relieving Hydraulic Pressure
NOTE:
The hydraulic pressure must be relieved before
the top can manually be raised or lowered.
1. Turn the ignition to the“ON”position.
2. Push down on the convertible top switch and hold in
that position.
3. Turn the ignition“OFF”and continue to push down
on the switch for 5 seconds.
4. After 5 seconds the hydraulic system pressure will be
relieved.
WARNING!
It is important that a second person assist you to
close the convertible top manually to prevent inju-
ries.
1. Lower the windows and open the doors.
2. Turn the ignition key off.
CAUTION!
Ensure that the decklid is closed while raising the
convertible top manually to prevent the possibility
of contact between the decklid and the tonneau
cover.
WARNING!
Do not place your hands near the convertible top
frame, upper windshield area, or the convertible top
storage compartment while the convertible top is
being raised and locked. Serious personal injury
may occur.
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3. Unlock the storage compartment by placing the tool
on the bolt between the backrest and the tonneau cover.
Turn the wrench in the direction of 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.
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6. Move the convertible top toward the windshield
header.
WARNING!
Do not place your hands in the convertible top frame
areas. Serious personal injury may 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.
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10. Lock the convertible top storage compartment by
placing the tool on the bolt between the backrest 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.
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13. Turn the latch handle just past one quarter turn
clockwise and pull the convertible top frame carefully
down until it meets the windshield header attachment
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.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

3.2L SRT Engine.......................191

Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II).......192

Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs
............................193

Replacement Parts.....................194

Dealer Service........................194

Maintenance Procedures.................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 Transmission................214
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▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................215

Convertible Top Care...................219
▫Washing............................220
▫General Cleaning.....................220
▫Weather Strip Care....................221

Fuses...............................221
▫Underhood Accessory Fuse Block Fuses.....221
▫Relay Control Module Fuses.............225
▫Interior Fuses........................226

Replacement Bulbs.....................228
▫Interior Light Bulbs....................228
▫Exterior Light Bulbs...................228

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

Vehicle Storage........................231

Specifications.........................233

Fluid Capacities.......................235

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine
Parts
...............................236
▫Engine.............................236
▫Chassis............................237
▫Body..............................238
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