Chrysler Crossfire (2008 year). Instruction — part 1

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

You can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with
either side up.

The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has
the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These
numbers can be used to order duplicate keys only from
an authorized dealer. Ask your authorized dealer for
these numbers and keep them in a safe place.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove the key from the ignition and lock all the
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

NOTE:

To avoid discharging the battery, the key must

be removed from the ignition when the vehicle is parked.

Keys

Included with your vehicle are two remote controls with
folding keys. The remote control operates all locks on the
vehicle, including the locking fuel filler door.

To release the key from the folded position, press the
button. The key unfolds from the Fob.

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The transmitter for the remote control is located in the
key Fob.

Obtaining Replacement Keys

Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking
system requiring a special key manufacturing process.
For security reasons, replacement keys can only be ob-
tained from your authorized dealer.

Important!

Removing the key from the steering lock activates the
start lock-out. The engine cannot be started.

Turning the key in the steering lock to the ON/RUN
position deactivates the start lock-out.

NOTE:

In case the engine cannot be started, and START

and ERROR are shown in the odometer display field, the
system is not operational. Contact an authorized dealer.

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Ignition Key Removal

Turn the key to the LOCK position and remove the key.

NOTE:

For vehicles with automatic transmissions, if

you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever
in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the
key cylinder. If this occurs, turn the key clockwise
slightly, then remove the key as described.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.

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GLOVE COMPARTMENT LOCK

The glove compartment can be locked by turning the key
straight up to the vertical or right position, and then
removing the key.

To unlock the glove compartment, turn the key to the
horizontal or left position, and then remove the key.

DOOR LOCKS

The vehicle doors can be locked when the doors are
closed by either instructionly pressing the button down at
the top of the door panel, pressing and releasing the
bottom portion of the central locking switch located in
the console, or by pressing and releasing the LOCK
transmit button on the key Fob. Also, by turning the key
clockwise in the driver’s door, both doors, liftgate/
decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster
only) will lock.

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The doors can be unlocked by pulling on the inside door
handle, pressing and releasing the top portion of the
central locking switch located in the console, or by
pressing and releasing the UNLOCK transmit button on
the key Fob. Both doors can also be unlocked by turning
the key counterclockwise in the driver’s door.

NOTE:

If the key in the ignition switch is in the

ON/RUN position, the vehicle cannot be locked or
unlocked with the remote control.

When you lock the vehicle, both door lock buttons
should move down. If either one stays up, the respective
door is not properly closed. You should then unlock the
vehicle, open and close the door, and lock the vehicle
again.

Each individual door can be locked with the respective
door lock button - the driver’s door can only be locked
when it is closed. If the vehicle has previously been
locked from the outside, only the door being opened
from the inside will unlock, and the alarm will come on.
The other door, the rear liftgate/decklid, fuel filler door,
and center console (roadster only) will remain locked.

NOTE:

In case of a malfunction in the central locking

system, the doors can be locked and unlocked individu-
ally. To lock, turn the key in the driver’s door lock

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clockwise, or push down the LOCK buttons. To unlock,
turn the key in the driver’s door lock counterclockwise,
or pull the inside door handles.

WARNING!

For personal security and safety in the event of an
accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive and
when you park and leave the vehicle.

Central Locking Switch

The central locking switch is located in the console. The
doors and rear liftgate/decklid can only be locked with
the central locking switch if both doors are closed.

If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote
control or key, the doors and rear liftgate/decklid cannot
be unlocked with the central locking switch. If the vehicle

was previously locked with the central locking switch,
the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened
from the inside.

NOTE:

The fuel filler door and center console (roadster

only) cannot be locked or unlocked with the central
locking switch.

Automatic Central Locking

The central locking switch also operates the automatic
central locking feature. With the automatic central lock-
ing feature activated, the doors and rear liftgate/decklid
are locked at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15
km/h) or more; however, the fuel filler door remains
unlocked.

To activate this feature, turn the key to the ON/RUN
position and hold the upper portion of the switch for a
minimum of five seconds. To deactivate, turn the key to
the ON/RUN position and hold the lower portion of the
switch for a minimum of five seconds.

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NOTE:

If the doors are unlocked with the central

locking switch after activating the automatic central
locking feature and neither door is opened, the doors
remain unlocked even at vehicle speeds of approximately
9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

NOTE:

If you attempt to lock the doors with the key in

the ignition and the driver’s door open, the doors will not
lock.

General Notes On the Central Locking System

If the key in the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN
position, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with
the remote control.

If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked at any time
with the remote control, it may be necessary to change
the batteries in the remote.

NOTE:

To help prevent the vehicle battery from dis-

charging during short periods of inactivity, perform the
following:

1. Make sure that the rear liftgate/decklid, hood and
doors are completely closed.

2. Make sure that remote transmitter is operating and
that the battery is good.

3. Make sure that the hood, rear liftgate/decklid and
door switches are in adjustment.

Perform the quick system check which follows: Use the
remote transmitter to set the alarm. If the parking lamps
flash three times, the system is operating properly. If not,
there is a problem with a switch or the system. See your
authorized dealer for service.

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Emergency Unlocking Feature

In the case of an accident, the doors unlock automatically
a short time after a strong deceleration is detected, such
as in a collision (this is intended to aid rescue and exit).
However, the key must still be in the ignition.

Start Lockout

Removing the key from the ignition switch activates the
start lockout. The engine cannot be started. Turning the
key to the ON/RUN position deactivates the start lock-
out. If the engine cannot be started, and the messages
START and ERROR are shown in the odometer display
field, the system is not operational. Contact an autho-
rized dealer.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

This feature allows you to lock or unlock the vehicle from
remote locations using a hand-held transmitter located in
the key Fob. You don’t have to point the transmitter at the
vehicle to activate the system. The vehicle doors, rear
liftgate/decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (road-
ster only) can be locked and unlocked using the remote
control.

To Unlock the Doors

Press and release the UNLOCK button on the key Fob.

NOTE:

If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the key

Fob, neither door is opened, the key is not inserted in the
ignition switch, or the central locking switch is not
activated, the vehicle will automatically lock.

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Press the UNLOCK transmit button on the key Fob once
to unlock driver’s door, rear liftgate/decklid, fuel filler
door, and center console (roadster only). Press the UN-
LOCK transmit button twice to unlock both doors, rear
liftgate/decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (road-
ster only).

To Lock The Doors

Press the LOCK button on the key Fob once. All turn
signal lights blink three times to indicate that the vehicle
is locked. If the turn signal lights do not blink, a door or
rear liftgate/decklid is not closed properly.

The entire vehicle, including the fuel filler door, may be
locked or unlocked by using the key in the driver’s door.
The doors and liftgate/decklid can be locked or unlocked
by pressing the central LOCKING switch located in the
center console.

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If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing
the transmit button, then it may be necessary to change
the batteries in the remote control.

Panic Alarm

The panic alarm unlocks the driver’s door, turns on the
interior lights, flashes the foglights and sounds the horn
for about three minutes or until the alarm is turned off.
The vehicle can be driven while in the PANIC mode.

To Use the Panic Alarm

Press and hold the PANIC button to activate the alarm.
Press and hold the PANIC button or unlock the door with
the key to deactivate the alarm. The alarm will also shut
off after three minutes or when vehicle speed reaches 15
mph (24 km/h).

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General Information

This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15. Opera-
tion is subject to the following conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause undes-
ired operation.

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Transmitter Battery Service

The recommended replacement Lithium battery is Pana-
sonic

t CR2025 or equivalent.

To change the batteries:

• Press release button (2) on the key Fob. The key folds

out.

• Press the battery cover (1) in the direction of the arrow.
• Remove the old batteries.

• Insert the new batteries in the direction of the arrow

with the positive symbol facing upwards.

• Replace the battery cover and press on it until you feel

it engage.

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NOTE:

Only replace the batteries in pairs.

The system may have to be re-synchronized if the trans-
mitter is without voltage for several minutes. To synchro-
nize, aim the transmitter eye at the vehicle and briefly
press either the LOCK or the UNLOCK button twice.
Within approximately 30 seconds, insert the key in the
ignition and turn it to the ON/RUN position. The remote
control should once again be operational.

SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM

The Security Alarm system monitors the doors, rear
liftgate/decklid, hood, and ignition for unauthorized
operation. The Security Alarm system is automatically
armed or disarmed with the remote control or any of
your vehicle’s keys by locking or unlocking the vehicle.

The antitheft alarm is armed within approximately 10
seconds after locking the vehicle. A blinking light in the
tow away alarm switch indicates that the alarm is armed.
Once the Security Alarm system has been armed, the

exterior vehicle lights will flash and an alarm will sound
when a door, the rear liftgate/decklid, the hood, or glove
compartment is opened, or if someone attempts to raise
the vehicle for towing. The Security Alarm will flash the
exterior lamps for approximately three minutes and
sound an audible alarm for 30 seconds. The Security
Alarm will stay on even if the activating element is
immediately closed.

Tow-Away Alarm

The tow-away alarm switch is located on the console. To
deactivate for towing or jacking up the vehicle, press and
release the upper portion of the switch. Press and release
the upper portion to activate it again.

After the alarm system has been armed, the exterior
vehicle lights will flash and an alarm will sound when
someone attempts to raise the vehicle. The alarm will
flash the exterior lamps for approximately three minutes

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and sound an audible alarm for 30 seconds. The alarm
will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered.

To cancel the alarm, insert the key into the ignition switch
or press a transmit button on the key Fob.

To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature when
parking on a surface subject to movement (such as a
ferry), switch off the tow-away alarm. To do so, turn the
key in the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK or ACC
position, or remove the key from the ignition switch.
Press the tow-away alarm switch and the indicator light
will illuminate briefly. Exit the vehicle, and lock the
vehicle with the key or the remote control.

The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the
vehicle is locked again with the key or the remote control,
at which time it is automatically reactivated.

DECKLID INTERNAL EMERGENCY RELEASE -
ROADSTER

As a security measure, a Decklid Internal Emergency
Release lever is built into the decklid latching mecha-
nism. In the event of an individual being locked inside

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the trunk, the decklid can be easily opened by pulling on
the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the decklid
latching mechanism. See image below.

WARNING!

Do not allow children to have access to the trunk by
climbing into the trunk from outside. Always close
the decklid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in
the trunk, young children may not be able to escape.
If trapped in the trunk, children can die from suffo-
cation or heat stroke.

WARNING!

If the battery voltage drops below the minimum
threshold at any time, the Trunk Internal Emergency
Release will not function.

WARNING!

The Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not func-
tion during the convertible top operation.

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POWER WINDOWS

The power window switches are located in the console.

To operate, turn the key in the ignition switch to the ACC
or ON/RUN position. Press the switch in to the resis-
tance point to open; release the switch when the window
is in the desired position.

For express opening of windows, press the switch past
the resistance point and release; the window lowers to
the fully open position. To interrupt the procedure,
briefly press the switch again and release.

When closing the windows, be sure that there is no
danger of anyone being harmed by the closing proce-
dure.

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