Chrysler Crossfire (2008 year). Instruction — part 19

The following methods are sufficient if the top is only
lightly soiled:

Dry Cleaning
Brush the dry top with a soft-bristled brush from front to
rear of the vehicle.

Wet Cleaning
Wash with clear water or with a mild detergent and an
ample supply of luke warm water by wiping with a
soft-bristled brush or sponge from front to rear. Then
rinse thoroughly with clear water.

Allow the top to dry before lowering. Vacuuming the top
with a wet/dry shop vacuum will decrease the top’s
drying time, ensure removal of all dirt, and delete streaks
in the material. Multiple cleanings may be necessary to
remove stubborn stains. If stains persist, contact your
local dealership for further suggestions.

Weather Strip Care

Lubricate all top and door glass weather strips periodi-
cally with Mopar Weather Strip Lubricant (part number
4773427), to keep them soft and pliable.

FUSES

Underhood Accessory Fuse Block Fuses

The underhood accessory fuse block fuses are located
under the hood on the driver’s side, between the brake
master cylinder and the left front fender.

To remove the lid, squeeze the tabs together located at the
front of the fusebox. Then lift the lid up by the tabs. The
lid will then slide off the top of the fuse box. To replace
the lid, place the two hinge-like tabs at the rear of the lid
under the tabs on the fusebox. Push down on the front of
the lid until the tabs at the front click.

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CAUTION!

When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it shows a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.

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Underhood Accessory Fuse Block Fuses

Cavity

Fuse

Circuits

1

5 Amp
Beige

Garage Door Opening Signal,
Tire Pressure Control and Seat
Heater

2

5 Amp
Beige

Control Unit Airbag

3

5 Amp
Beige

Indicator, Safety Restraint System
and Indicator Passenger Airbag
Off

4

7.5 Amp
Brown

Heated Mirror

5

15 Amp
Blue

Radio (Coupe)

5

25 Amp
White

Roof Control Module (Roadster)

6

5 Amp
Beige

Exterior Mirror Adjustment, Left
And Right (Coupe)

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Cavity

Fuse

Circuits

6

40 Amp
Orange

Roof Hydraulic Unit (Roadster)

7

5 Amp
Beige

Occupation Classification Module
(Right Seat)

8

15 Amp
Blue

Radio

9

5 Amp
Beige

Control Unit Airbag

10

5 Amp
Beige

Speed Control

11

15 Amp
Blue

Ignition Coil 6 Cyl.

12

10 Amp
Red

Washer Liquid Heater, Washer
Nozzle Heater

13

10 Amp
Red

Roof Light, Horn, Anti-Theft-
Alarm, Trunk Light and Tire
Pressure Control

Cavity

Fuse

Circuits

14

10 Amp
Red

Diagnostic Socket

15

5 Amp
Beige

Climate Control, Auxiliary Water
Pump

16

10 Amp
Red

Spoiler Motor

17

40 Amp
Orange

Electronic Stability Program

18

40 Amp
Orange

Electronic Stability Program

19

40 Amp
Orange

Power Window, Front

20

30 Amp
Green

Wiper Motor

21

30 Amp
Green

Seat Adjustment Right Side

22

30 Amp
Green

Seat Adjustment Left Side

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Cavity

Fuse

Circuits

23

15 Amp
Blue

Sound Booster (Amplifier)

24

30 Amp
Green

Seat Heater

25

20 Amp
Yellow

Pneumatic Control Unit, Rear
Window Defroster

26

20 Amp
Yellow

Central Locking

30

Spare (Coupe)

30

15 Amp
Blue

Radio (Roadster)

31

15 Amp
Blue

Cigar Lighter, Glove Compart-
ment Light

32

15 Amp
Blue

Wiper, Washer Pump, Headlight
Flasher

33

5 Amp
Beige

Control Unit

Cavity

Fuse

Circuits

34

Spare (Coupe)

34

30 Amp
Green

Climate Control (Roadster)

35

15 Amp
Blue

Radio Frequency Remote Control,
Hazard Warning Flasher, Instru-
ment Cluster, Climate Control

36

30 Amp
Green

Climate Control (Coupe)

36

5 Amp
Beige

Exterior Mirror Adjustment
(Roadster)

37

7.5 Amp
Brown

Circulating Air, Instrument Clus-
ter, Radio Frequency Remote
Control, Climate Control, Central
Control Unit

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Relay Control Module Fuses

The relay control module fuses are located in the Control
Module Box next to the battery in the engine compart-
ment. Slide the control module box cover retaining clips
forward and lift the cover from the control module box to
gain access to the relay control module fuses.

Relay Control Module Fuses

Cavity

Fuse

Circuits

1

15 Amp
Blue

Traction System

2

15 Amp
Blue

Engine Control 2

3

15 Amp
Blue

Engine Control 1

4

40 Amp
Orange

Air Pump

5

15 Amp
Blue

Fuel Pump

6

15 Amp
Blue

Horn

Interior Fuses

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The fuse access door is located on the end of the
instrument panel on the driver’s side behind the trim
panel cover. Use a coin or flat blade screwdriver to open
and close this access door.

Interior Fuses

Cavity

Fuse

Circuits

1

Not Assigned

2

15 Amp
Blue

Brake Lamp/Speed Control

3

7.5 Amp
Brown

Right High Beam, High Beam
Indicator Light

4

15 Amp
Blue

Reverse/Turn signal Light

5

7.5 Amp
Brown

Left High Beam

6

15 Amp
Blue

Right Low Beam

7

7.5 Amp
Brown

Right Parking/Tail Light Side
Marker

8

15 Amp
Blue

Left Low Beam

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Cavity

Fuse

Circuits

9

15 Amp
Blue

Fog Light

10

7.5 Amp
Brown

Left Parking/Tail Light Side
Marker

11

7.5 Amp
Brown

License Plate/Instrument Cluster
Lighting/Symbol Lighting

12

Not Used - Spare Fuse

13

Not Used - Spare Fuse

14

Not Used - Spare Fuse

REPLACEMENT BULBS

Interior Light Bulbs

For lighted switches and interior lights, see your autho-
rized dealer for servicing requirements.

Exterior Light Bulbs

Bulb

Bulb No.

Headlight - High and Low Beam . . . . . . 12V55W H7U
Front Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Y21W
Front Parking/Standing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W
Front Side Marker Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W
Rear Marker Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W
Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . . . LED
Front Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HB455W
Rear Turn Signal Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Y21W
Rear Tail and Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21/5W
Backup Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21W
License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

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EXTERIOR LIGHT BULB SERVICE

Headlights

WARNING!

Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. A bulb can
explode if you:
• Touch or move it when hot
• Drop the bulb
• Scratch the bulb
Wear eye and hand protection.

NOTE:

To prevent a possible electrical short circuit,

switch off light prior to replacing a bulb.

1. Push the tab down at the top end of the cover and
remove.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. Release the spring clamps holding the bulb in place,
and pull out the bulb. Replace the bulb and reverse the
removal procedure exactly.

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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.

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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. Load
the 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
Instruction. Information on purchasing a Service Instruction can
be found at the back of this Owner’s Manual.

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VEHICLE STORAGE

We recommend that you follow these guidelines before
storing your vehicle 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.

• If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing tempera-

tures, remove the battery and store it in a dry, well-
ventilated place. If the vehicle is not going to be driven
in the next three weeks, follow the battery recharge
procedure in the Service Instruction, then disconnect the
battery at the negative terminal.

CAUTION!

Use care when disconnecting the remote positive
cable. It is connected to the battery and can short out
to any metal on the vehicle. Always tape or wrap the
exposed cable end to prevent electrical shorts.

Disconnecting the battery causes the engine control sys-
tem to lose memory of some “learned” functions. The
engine may run rough when first started after a battery
disconnect until the control module “relearns” these
functions.

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Check the battery every four to six weeks to ensure that
the voltage is above 12.4 volts. Voltage will drop more
rapidly in hot temperatures. If battery voltage drops
below 12.4 volts, follow the battery recharge procedure in
the Service Instruction.

• Check that the radiator coolant level of protection is to

at least -20°F (-29°C).

• Block the wheels. Do not apply the parking brake.
• Make sure that all tires are inflated to the optimum

pressure.

• Cut blocks of plywood about the same size of the tires.

Cover each block with indoor/outdoor carpeting and
place them between the tires and concrete. This will
prevent tire flat spotting.

• For long term storage, remove the tires and put the

vehicle up on blocks. Stack the tires on plywood and
cover with a tarp to prevent flat spotting.

• Move the wiper blades away from the windshield.

NOTE:

To help prevent the battery from discharging

during shorter periods of inactivity, perform the follow-
ing:

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

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

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

4. Use the remote transmitter to set the alarm.

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