lights CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE SRT 2005 1.G Owner's Manual

3. Release the spring clamps holding the bulb in place,
and pull out the bulb. Replace the bulb and reverse the
removal procedure exactly.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Front Turn Signal and Parking/Standing Lights
•
Twist the 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 socket counterclockwise and pull out.
Push the bulb into the socket, turn counterclockwise and
remove.
3. Replace the light, push in and twist clockwise.
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4. Realign the two tabs and push the light in until it
engages into the lock.
Tail, Stop, Back Up and Turn Signal Lights
1. Open the rear liftgate / decklid and remove the access
door in the trim panel.
2. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out.
3. 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 to the lens may occur.
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NOTE:Always test the operation of all lights after
service operations have been performed to validate an
effective repair.
Headlight Aiming
The headlights on your new vehicle were aimed at the
factory. The factory setting was made at a no load setting.
A great increase in weight will change the aiming and it
may be necessary to readjust the headlights if carrying an
excessive amount of weight in the rear cargo area. To
readjust the headlights first mark the position of the
headlights on a wall prior to loading the vehicle. Loadthe vehicle and then readjust the headlights to the
original position. If any further 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
inside the tank. If you plan on storing your vehicle
more than two months, add an anti-oxidant fuel
stabilizer to the gas tank.
•Change the oil to remove any corrosive combustion-
related acids in the crankcase.
•Wash and wax the vehicle to protect the finish.
•Cover the vehicle whenever possible to prevent acci-
dental damage to the finish.
•Store the vehicle in a dry, well-ventilated location.
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REGULAR CHECK-UPS
To maintain the safe operation of your vehicle, it is
recommended that you perform the following tasks on a
regular basis (i.e., weekly or whenever the vehicle is
refueled).
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•
Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. See the procedure de-
scribed in Checking Your Engine Oil in 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., engine, transmission, etc.)
- check for leaks.
Once a Month
•
Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and power steering and add as
needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............. 102
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 209
Adding Fuel.......................... 160
Aiming Headlights...................... 231
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 199
Air Conditioning....................120,202
Air Conditioning Filter................... 248
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 203
Air Conditioning System................. 202
Air Pressure, Tires...................148,149
Airbag................................ 29
Airbag Deployment...................... 33
Airbag Light........................32,107
Airbag Maintenance...................... 39
Airbag On/Off Switch..................36,41
Alignment and Balance.................. 157
Antenna.............................. 119
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 235
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 102
Appearance Care....................... 215
Ashtrays and Lighter..................... 63
Automatic Door Locks.................... 13
Automatic Transmission...............131,214Fluid 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
Brake, Parking......................... 138
Brake System.......................139,211
Anti-Lock........................... 139
Hoses.............................. 212
Master Cylinder...................... 213
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . . . 46,147
Bulbs, Light........................... 228
Capacities, Fluid....................... 233
Capacity, Cargo Weight.................. 162
Carbon Monoxide Warning................ 47
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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
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Disposal
Engine Oil.......................... 198
Door Locks, Automatic................... 13
Drive Belts............................ 199
Drive Shaft Universal Joints............... 204
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces................151,176
Electronic Speed Control.................. 86
Electronic Stability Program................ 83
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 166
Jump Starting........................ 174
Overheating......................... 166
Towing............................. 178
Emergency Trunk Release................. 19
Emission Control System Maintenance....193,241
Engine
Break-In Recommendations............... 46
Checking Oil Level.................... 195
Compartment........................ 191
Oil .............................195,235Oil 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 Vehicle.................. 177
Fuel................................. 158
Adding............................. 160
Additives........................... 159
Filler Cap........................... 160
Filter.............................. 199
Octane Rating........................ 158
Fuses................................ 221
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Garage Door Opener..................... 89
GasCap .............................. 160
Gasoline............................. 235
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 158
Gear Ratios........................... 233
Glass Cleaning......................... 218
Glove Compartment..................... 65
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 166
Headlights
Aiming............................. 231
Cleaning............................ 218
Dimmer Switch....................... 76
Heater............................... 120
Hood Latch Maintenance................. 204
Hood Release.......................... 71
Hoses................................ 211
Ignition
Key ................................. 9
Wiring System....................... 201
Illuminated Entry....................... 73
Infant Restraint......................... 40Inside 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
Light Bulbs........................... 228
Lights
Airbag...........................32,107
Anti-Lock Warning.................... 102
Back-Up............................ 230
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Daytime Running...................... 74
Exterior............................. 74
Exterior Check........................ 48
Fog ................................ 74
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 166
Headlights........................... 74
Instrument Cluster..................... 73
Interior...........................72,228
License............................. 230
Lights On Reminder.................... 74
Malfunction Indicator.................. 108
Map Reading......................... 73
Park.............................74,229
Rear Tail............................ 230
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 103
Turn Signal.......................229,230
Loading Vehicle........................ 261
Capacities........................... 162
Tires ............................... 261
Lubrication, Body....................... 204
Maintenance Free Battery................. 201
Maintenance Procedures.................. 195Maintenance 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...........80,151
Mopar Parts........................194,254
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 75
Occupant Restraints...................... 22
Oil, Engine........................... 195
Change Interval...................... 197
Checking........................... 195
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Seat Belts.............................. 22
And Pregnant Women.................. 28
Extender............................ 28
Inspection........................... 47
Maintenance......................... 219
Operating Instructions.................. 25
Reminder........................... 103
Seats................................. 69
Cleaning............................ 217
Service Assistance...................... 250
Service Contract........................ 252
Service Manuals........................ 255
Shift Speeds........................... 131
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 176
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................ 153
Snow Tires............................ 154
Soft Top............................... 52
Spark Plugs........................... 199
Specifications.......................... 233
Standing Lights......................... 75
Starting.............................. 129
Cold Weather........................ 129
Emergency (Jump Starting).............. 174Engine 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 Pressure......................... 149
Alignment.......................... 157
Balancing........................... 157
Chains............................. 153
Changing........................167,172
Inflation Pressures.................... 260
Load Capacity....................... 260
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