jump start CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE SRT 2005 1.G Owners Manual

If Engine Fails to Start
CAUTION!
Do not try to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Your vehicle cannot be started this way.
Pushing with another vehicle may damage the trans-
mission or the rear of your vehicle. See Section 6 of
this manual for proper jump-starting procedures.
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire, causing
serious personal injury.
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
Normal Starting procedure, it may be flooded. Push theaccelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there
while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess
fuel in case the engine is flooded.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the
engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to
15 seconds before trying again.
If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not
have enough power to continue running when the key is
released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accel-
erator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release the
accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running
smoothly.
If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15-
second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal
held to the floor, the Normal Starting procedure should
be repeated.
130 STARTING AND OPERATING

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS

Hazard Warning Flasher.................166

If Your Engine Overheats................166

TIREFIT Tire Repair And Jacking..........167
▫TIREFIT............................167
▫Preparations For Jacking................170
▫Jack Location And Instructions............172

Jump-Starting The Battery...............174

Driving On Slippery Surfaces.............176▫Traction............................177

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................177

Towing A Disabled Vehicle...............178
▫Towing Eyes.........................179
▫Tow-Away Alarm.....................181

Convertible Top Emergency Operation......182
▫Relieving Hydraulic Pressure.............183
6

NOTE:Before storing the jack, it should be fully
collapsed.
6. Ensure proper tire pressure.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make
the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and
hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough
to make the necessary repair.
WARNING!
A loose jack or tool thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and tools in the
places provided.
JUMP-STARTING THE BATTERY
WARNING!
Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever
the hood is raised. It can start any time the ignition
switch is on. You can be hurt by the fan.
CAUTION!
Do not try to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Your vehicle cannot be started this way.
Pushing with another vehicle may damage the trans-
mission or the rear of your vehicle. If your vehicle
has a discharged (dead) battery, booster cables may
be used to obtain a start from another vehicle. This
type of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so
follow the procedure carefully.
174 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

3. Turn off the heater, radio and all unnecessary electrical
loads.
4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive
jump-start attachment of the booster battery. Connect the
other end of the same cable to the positive jump-start
attachment of the discharged battery.
5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative jump-
start attachment of the booster battery and then to the
engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. Make
sure you have good contact on the engine.6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the
engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above
sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fans.
NOTE:If engine does not run after several unsuccessful
starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest autho-
rized dealer.
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
WARNING!
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is danger-
ous. You could lose control of the vehicle and possi-
bly have an accident. Accelerate slowly and carefully
whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice,
snow, rain, mud, loose sand, etc.).
176 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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
INDEX 269
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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
272 INDEX