cooling CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE SRT 2005 1.G User Guide

FLUID CAPACITIES
Metric U.S.
Fuel (Approximate)60.0 Liters 15.8 Gallons
Fuel Tank Reserve8.0 Liters 2.1 Gallons
Engine Oil (with filter)
3.2 L Supercharged Engine 8.0 Liters 8.5 Qts.
Cooling System *
3.2 L Supercharged Engine 14.5 Liters 15.3 Qts.
Automatic Transmission8.0 Liters 8.5 Qts.
Rear Axle1.3 Liters 1.4 Qts.
Power Steering Reservoir1.0 Liters 1.1 Qts.
Brake Reservoir.5 Liters .5 Qts.
Windshield Washer Reservoir7.0 Liters 7.4 Qts.
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 235
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Your Flexible Service System (FSS)—see Understanding
Your Instrument Panel section—should give you an
exact indication of when your vehicle should be sched-
uled for service and which schedule to follow.
Additional Periodic Maintenanceitems should also be
performed beyond the items listed in the following charts
to assure the optimum performance of your Crossfire.
SCOPE OF WORK FOR“A”SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Oil Change
•Change oil and replace filter
Maintenance
•Lubricate hood hinges, latch, and secondary latch
•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 if
necessary. Should there be a loss of fluid that cannot be
explained by regular use, trace and eliminate the cause.
•Engine cooling system (check corrosion inhibitor/
antifreeze)
•Hydraulic brake system
•Power steering system
•Windshield washer system
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Fluid Levels
Check fluid levels for the following systems and correct if
necessary. Should there be a loss of fluid that cannot be
explained by regular use, trace and eliminate the cause.
•Engine cooling system (check corrosion inhibitor/
antifreeze)
•Hydraulic brake system
•Power steering system
•Windshield washer system
FSS SYSTEM
The Flexible Service System (FSS) permits a flexible
service schedule that is directly related to the operating
conditions of the vehicle. See the Understanding Your
Instrument Panel section for details 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). IfANYof the following apply to your driving, the
oil change interval can be reduced significantly:
Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C).
Stop and go driving.
Extensive engine idling.
Driving in dusty conditions.
Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
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Cargo Compartment
Capacity............................ 162
Catalytic Converter..................... 200
CD Player.......................... 111,115
Chains, Tire........................... 153
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 167
Charging System Light................... 103
Checks, Safety.......................... 47
Child Restraint......................... 39
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 45
Cigar Lighter........................... 65
Circuit Breakers........................ 221
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 158
Cleaning
Glass.............................. 218
Headlights.......................... 218
Climate Control........................ 120
Coin Holder........................... 64
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 119
Console............................... 62
Contract, Service....................... 252
Converter, Catalytic..................... 170
Convertible............................ 52Convertible 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 Protection.................... 215
Crankcase Emission Control System......... 201
Cup Holder............................ 65
Customer Assistance.................... 250
Cylinders, Lock........................ 205
Dealer Service......................... 194
Deck Lid.............................. 19
Defroster, Windshield..................... 48
INDEX 267
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