Chrysler Crossfire (2008 year). Instruction — part 4

Many, but not all LATCH-Compatible child restraint
systems will be equipped with separate straps on each
side, with each having a hook or connector for attach-
ment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting
the tension in the strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints
and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be

equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the
tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the
tension of the strap.

You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and
on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the
hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Next, you
can attach the tether strap to the anchor by moving the
passenger seat forward. Route the child restraint tether
directly over the top of the seat, through the strap near
the top of the seatback, and attach the hook to the anchor
bar. Recline the seatback and move the passenger seat as
far rearward as possible. Next, attach the lower hooks to
the passenger seat lower anchor bars by pushing aside
the seat cover material. Finally, tighten all three straps as
you push the child restraint rearward and downward
into the seat, removing slack in the straps according to
the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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WARNING!

After installing a child safety seat or booster seat on the
passenger seat, do not adjust the back rest forward. This
could cause a higher load being perceived by the OCS
system which in turn could lead to the passenger airbag
being turned on. Failure to follow this warning could
result in serious or fatal injury. It is always recom-
mended to turn off the passenger front air bags using
the passenger front airbags on/off switch located at the
right end of the instrument panel when the passenger is:
• an infant (less than 1 year old),
• a child, age 1 to 12,
• an adult with a medical condition which makes

passenger airbags inflation (deployment) a greater
risk for the passenger than the risk of hitting the
dashboard (instrument panel) or windshield in a
crash.

The on/off switch is accessible by opening the passen-
ger door.

WARNING!

Improper installation of a child restraint to the
LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or
child restraint. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly
when installing an infant or child restraint.

Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat
Belt
Child restraints can be securely fastened in the passenger
seat using the seat belts. For this purpose, the passenger
seat belt retractor provides two modes of operation -
normal emergency locking and automatic locking. For
child restraint installation, the retractor switches to auto-
matic locking when the belt is pulled out to the full extent
of its travel. As the belt retracts, the retractor locks to
prevent the belt from being pulled out again. Pulling the

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belt snugly over the child restraint toward the retractor
secures the restraint in place. When the belt retracts fully
after child restraint removal, normal (emergency locking)
retractor action is restored. Any seat belt system will
loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull
it tight if necessary.

If your child restraint is equipped with a tether strap,
attach it to the vehicle by first moving the seatback fully
forward. Next, route the child restraint tether directly
over the top of the seat, through the strap near the top of
the seatback, and attach the hook to the anchor bar.
Recline the seatback and move the passenger seat as far
rearward as possible. Remove slack in the tether strap as
you push the child restraint downward and rearward,
following the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

Child Restraint Tether Anchor - General
Information
Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for con-
nection to tether anchors have been available for some
time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will
provide add-on tether strap kits for certain of their older
products. There is a tether strap anchor behind the
passenger seat.

To attach the tether strap to the anchor, move the
seatback fully forward. Pass the child restraint tether
hook over the top of the seat, through the strap near the
top of the seatback, and attach it to the anchor bar behind

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the passenger seat, below the seatback. After securing the
tether hook to the bar, recline the seatback fully rearward
and move the seat to its most rearward position.

Install the child restraint and return the seatback to an
upright position. Remove slack from the tether strap
according to the child restraint manufacturer’s directions.

WARNING!

An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor position directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.

Transporting Pets
Deploying airbags could harm your pet. An unrestrained
pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a
passenger during panic braking or in a collision.

Pets should be restrained in pet harnesses or pet carriers
that are secured by seat belts.

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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

The engine in your new vehicle does not require a long
break-in period. Following these few simple guidelines is
all that is necessary for a good break-in.

• Drive your vehicle at moderate vehicle and engine

speeds during the first 1,000 mi (1 600 km).

• Do not make any full throttle starts and avoid full

throttle acceleration.

• Use the proper transmission gear for your speed

range.

• Avoid excessive idling.
• Check the engine oil level at every fuel fill.

NOTE:

A new engine may consume some oil during the

first few thousand miles of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not an
indication of a problem.

SAFETY TIPS

Exhaust Gas

WARNING!

Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO follow
the safety tips below.

• Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined

areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in
or out of the area.

• If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the

engine running, adjust your heating or cooling con-
trols to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower
at high speed.

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• To avoid drawing exhaust gases into the vehicle, close

the rear liftgate/decklid while driving. However, if for
some reason it must remain open, close all windows.
Adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside
air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the
Vehicle

Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for
cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be
replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the
system.

Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if
they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
etc.). If there is any question regarding seat belt or
retractor condition, see your authorized dealer.

Airbag Light

The light should come on and remain on for
four seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the bulb is not lit
during starting, have it replaced. If the light

stays on or comes on while driving, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.

Defrosters
Check operation by pressing the A/C control button,
selecting the defrost mode and placing the blower control
on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed
against the windshield. See your authorized dealer for
service if your defroster is inoperable.

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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
the Vehicle

Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires for
proper pressure.

Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.

Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are
present, the cause should be corrected immediately.

NOTE:

Use of the air conditioning may cause puddles

of water to form under the vehicle.

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CONTENTS

m Convertible Top Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

▫ To Lower The Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
▫ To Raise The Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
▫ Convertible Top Lamp And Audible Signal

Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

m Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

▫ Storage Compartments (If Equipped) . . . . . . . .80
▫ Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
▫ Coin Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

▫ Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
▫ Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

m Cupholder (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
m Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature . . . . . . . . . . .86
▫ Heated Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped) . . .86
▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
▫ Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors . . . . . .86

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▫ Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

m Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

▫ Instruction Seat Adjustments (If Equipped) . . . . . .89
▫ Driver Eight-Way Power Seat (If Equipped) . . . .91
▫ Passenger Four-Way Power Seat (If Equipped) . .92
▫ Heated Seats (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

m To Open And Close The Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
m Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

▫ Front Map/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
▫ Battery Saver Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
▫ Instrument Panel Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
▫ Night Security Illumination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

m Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

▫ Headlights And Parking Lights . . . . . . . . . . . .97
▫ Daytime Running Lights (Where Applicable) . . .97
▫ Fog Lights (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
▫ Standing Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

m Multifunction Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

▫ Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
▫ Headlight Dimmer Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
▫ Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
▫ Windshield Wipers And Washer . . . . . . . . . . . 101
▫ Mist Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

m Telescoping Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
m Rear Spoiler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

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m Brake Assist System (BAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
m Electronic Stability Program (ESP) . . . . . . . . . . . 110

▫ Synchronizing ESP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

m Electronic Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
▫ To Deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
▫ To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
▫ Using Speed Control On Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

m Garage Door Opener (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . 117

▫ Programming The Universal Transceiver . . . . . 118
▫ Gate Operator/Canadian Programming . . . . . 121
▫ Using The Universal Transceiver . . . . . . . . . . 122
▫ Erasing Universal Transceiver Buttons . . . . . . . 122
▫ Reprogramming a Single Button . . . . . . . . . . . 122
▫ Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

m Umbrella Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

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CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION

WARNING!

The convertible top does not provide the structural
protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the
fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection of
the occupants of a vehicle in a collision. Therefore, it is
important that all occupants wear their seat belts at all
times when riding in a convertible. Studies have shown
that it is generally safer to remain inside a vehicle
during a collision than to be ejected from the vehicle.

For safety reasons, the convertible top should only be
opened and closed when the vehicle is standing still. Top
operation is allowed up to a maximum of 9 mph (15
km/h). Above this speed, top operation will cease and an
audible warning will sound. The top operation can be
resumed after the vehicle is below the maximum speed
by pressing the convertible top switch again.

WARNING!

Before operating the switch for the convertible top,
make sure that no persons can be injured by the
moving parts (convertible top frame and tonneau
cover).

Hands must never be placed near the sport bar,
convertible top frame, upper windshield area, shelf
behind sport bar, or convertible top storage compart-
ment while the convertible top is being raised or
lowered. Serious personal injury may occur.

If potential danger exists, release the convertible top
switch. This immediately interrupts the raising or
lowering procedure. You then can operate the con-
vertible top switch to raise or lower the convertible
top away from the danger zone.

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CAUTION!

When opening and closing the convertible top, make
sure that:
• There is sufficient clearance of at least 6 ft. (1.8m)

for the convertible top to move up.

• Nothing is placed on the tonneau cover.
• The outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
Otherwise the convertible top and other parts of the
vehicle could be damaged.

CAUTION!

Use caution when putting items into the storage
compartment with the top in the closed position. The
tonneau cover extensions are exposed and can be
damaged if luggage or other items are pushed too far
into the storage compartment.

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To Lower The Top:

WARNING!

Top operation can be suspended for a maximum of 10
minutes. Thirty seconds before the end of this period an
audible warning will begin to sound continuously. At
the end of this period, hydraulic pressure will be
released and the top and tonneau cover will slowly
collapse. In order to re-initialize the top cycle, the
tonneau cover must first be moved and held in its full
open position instructionly. The convertible top should
then be carefully lowered into its storage compartment,
and the tonneau closed. Hands should be kept away
from moving parts of the top and top compartment
mechanisms to avoid injury during this operation and
as hydraulic pressure is reestablished. The hydraulic
pressure can be reestablished by turning the ignition to
the ON/RUN position and pushing down on the con-
vertible top switch twice. Refer to Convertible Top
Emergency Operation in the What To Do In Emergen-
cies section of this instruction.

CAUTION!

To avoid possible damage to the tonneau cover and
convertible top, do not allow the convertible top to
remain in the suspended position. After approxi-
mately 10 minutes in the suspended position, the
hydraulic pressure will be released which will allow
the top and the tonneau cover to lower. The convert-
ible top switch can be pressed to cancel this
operation.

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CAUTION!

To avoid damage to either the top or the rear window,
check the tonneau cover area at the rear of the vehicle
interior to be sure that it is clear of debris or other
items. Do not use the tonneau cover area for other
storage purposes.

CAUTION!

To fully ensure that no damage occurs, be sure that
the vehicle is at a complete stop before attempting to
lower or raise the top.

NOTE:

If the top stops during the raising or lowering

procedure, start the engine and continue operation.

1. Make sure the rear cargo compartment divider is
unfolded and secured in the vertical position.

If the divider is in its stowed position, first unfold the
panels towards the rear of the vehicle. Pull up on the
vertical panel using the center cutout shown, and hook
the pins at the top into the brackets mounted to the cargo
compartment trim on each side near the forward edge of
the decklid opening. The pins must be hooked in these
brackets in order for the top to operate.

NOTE:

See label attached to underside of decklid.

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2. Make sure the decklid is closed.

CAUTION!

Be sure to turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position
before releasing the top from the windshield header.
The windows will not go down if the top is released
from the header without the ignition turned ON. The
side windows can be damaged if the doors are
opened or closed with the windows up and the top
released from the windshield header.

3. Turn the ignition key to the ON/RUN position.

4. Unlock the top from the windshield header by pulling
the latch handle down and turning it clockwise just over
one quarter turn.

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