Chrysler Crossfire (2008 year). Manual — part 14

if the temperature is very cold. ALWAYS check the
pressure in your tires if the TPMS indicator light is
illuminated.

CAUTION!

The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. The TPMS pressures
have been established for the tire size equipped on
your vehicle. Undesirable operation or sensor dam-
age may result when using replacement equipment
that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.
Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not
use aftermarket tire sealant or balance beads, as
damage to the sensors may result.

NOTE:

The standard TIREFIT system (refer to What To

Do In Emergencies for more information) is specifically
designed to operate in conjunction with the TPMS, and
will not damage the sensors.

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If your tire pressure is low, you should correct your tire
inflation pressure as soon as possible and inspect all of
your tires. Low tire pressure will cause the tire pressure
light to illuminate. They will remain on for the rest of the
driving cycle, or until the tire pressure is corrected. If the
TPMS indicator light remains illuminated after the tire
pressure has been corrected, see your authorized dealer.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure indicator light.
When the system detects a malfunction, the indicator
light will flash for approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will
continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the
malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or
signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions

may occur for a variety of reasons, including the instal-
lation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction indicator light after
replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

NOTE:

Changes and modifications not expressly ap-

proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

General Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

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• This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.

The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the
following licenses:

United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KR5S120123
Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2671-S120123

TIRE CHAINS

The RUD-matic

t DISC is the only tire chain system

approved for use on your vehicle.

Chains should only be used on the rear wheels and only
with the recommended winter mud and snow (M+S)
tires and wheels. Follow the manufacturer’s mounting
instructions.

Tire chains should only be driven on snow-covered roads
at speeds not to exceed 30 mph (48 km/h). Remove
chains as soon as possible when driving on roads without
snow.

When driving with tire chains, press the ESP control
switch to OFF.

CAUTION!

Damage to the vehicle may result if unapproved tire
chains are used.

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ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES

Your vehicle is equipped with either sport performance
tires or all-season performance tires. The sport perfor-
mance tires offer the maximum road handling capability
in dry and wet weather conditions. The all-season per-
formance tires, while offering slightly less road handling
capability, are able to provide traction capability in snow
and ice conditions. Both types of tires are rated for high
speed operation. It is important that you know what type
of tires your vehicle is equipped with so that you
understand their traction and handling characteristics for
various road conditions. Replacement tires should be of
the same size and speed rating to continue to provide the
same level of performance you are accustomed to.

SNOW TIRES

Some countries or regions require the use of snow tires
during winter. See the recommended snow type winter
tire applications in this section.

WARNING!

Your vehicle may be equipped with sport perfor-
mance tires that are optimized for driving in dry and
wet weather conditions. However, these tires have
reduced traction capability in snow and ice. When
driving your vehicle in these conditions with these
tires, you must take special care to maintain control
and avoid accidents. We recommend that you equip
your vehicle with “SNOW” or “ALL SEASON” tires
on all four wheels for driving in snowy and icy
conditions.

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If you need snow tires, the recommended size for the
front and rear tires is the same size as the original
equipment front tires. This size tire on the rear allows the
use of tire chains on the rear wheels. Selection of this size
tire also requires the purchase of two additional wheels
with the same size specification as the original equip-
ment front wheels.

Snow tires may have a lower speed rating than factory
equipped tires and may not match the maximum vehicle
speed.

Snow tires should not be operated at sustained speeds
over 75 mph (120 km/h).

TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS

Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at
different loads and perform different steering, driving,
and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at
unequal rates, and tend to develop irregular wear pat-
terns.

These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires.
The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with
aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type
tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain
mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to a
smooth, quiet ride.

Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your
type of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules”
Section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permis-
sible if desired. The reasons for any rapid or unusual
wear should be corrected prior to rotation being per-
formed.

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FUEL REQUIREMENTS

Your engine is designed to meet all emis-
sions regulations and provide satisfactory
fuel economy and optimum performance
when using high quality unleaded gaso-
line having an octane rating of 91 or
higher. DaimlerChrysler Corporation re-

quires the use of 91 octane or higher premium fuel to
minimize the potential for engine damage.

Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to
your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at
high speeds can cause damage and should be reported to
your authorized dealer immediately. Engine damage
resulting from operating with a heavy spark knock may
not be covered by the new vehicle warranty.

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Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard
starting, stalling and stumble. If you experience these
problems, try another brand of gasoline before consider-
ing service for the vehicle.

Over 60 automobile manufacturers around the world
have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica-
tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define
fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions,
engine performance, and durability for your vehicle.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation recommends the use of
gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are
available.

Reformulated Gasoline

Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner
burning fuel, referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”.

Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe-
cially blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve
air quality.

DaimlerChrysler Corporation supports the use of refor-
mulated gasolines. Properly blended reformulated gaso-
lines will provide excellent performance and durability
of engine and fuel system components.

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends

Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with mate-
rials called oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and
ETBE. Oxygenates are required in some areas of the
country during the Winter months to reduce carbon
monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygen-
ates may be used in your vehicle.

CAUTION!

DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol. Use of
these blends may result in starting and drivability
problems and may damage critical fuel system
components.

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Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline
blends are not the responsibility of DaimlerChrysler
Corporation and may not be covered by the Limited
Warranty. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from
Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Metha-
nol.

MMT in Gasoline

MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasolines to increase the octane num-
ber. Gasolines blended with MMT offer no performance
advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number
without MMT. Gasolines blended with MMT have shown
to reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system
performance

in

some

vehicles.

DaimlerChrysler

Corporation recommends using gasolines without MMT.
Since the MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated
on the pump, you should ask your gasoline retailer
whether or not his/her gasoline contains MMT.

MMT is prohibited in both Federal and California refor-
mulated gasolines.

In Canada, MMT can be used at levels higher than those
allowed in the United States. For this reason, it is even
more important to look for gasolines without MMT in
Canada.

Materials Added to Fuel

All gasoline sold in the United States is required to
contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional
detergents or other additives is not needed under normal
conditions and would result in unnecessary cost. There-
fore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel.

Sulfur in Gasoline

If you live in the Northeast United States, your vehicle
may have been designed to meet California low emission
standards with cleaner burning California reformulated
gasoline with low sulfur. If such fuels are not available in

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states adopting California emission standards, your ve-
hicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting Federal
specifications, but emission control system performance
may be adversely affected.

Gasoline sold outside of California is permitted to have
higher sulfur levels, which may affect the performance of
the vehicle’s catalytic converter. This may cause the
CHECK ENGINE light to illuminate. DaimlerChrysler
Corporation recommends that you try a different brand
of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if
the problem is fuel-related prior to returning your vehicle
to an authorized dealer for service.

CAUTION!

If the CHECK ENGINE Light is flashing, immediate
service is required. See the Onboard Diagnostic
System (OBDII) paragraph in the Maintaining Your
Vehicle section of this manual.

ADDING FUEL

Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)

The gas cap is located under the fuel filler door, on the
passenger’s side of the vehicle. To open the door, be sure
it is unlocked, then gently press the rear edge of the door
until a click can be heard, then release. The door rear
edge will spring open enough to grasp and pull it
completely open. If the central locking system does not
release the fuel filler door, see your authorized dealer for

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service. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the
replacement cap has been designed for use with this
vehicle.

CAUTION!

Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys-
tem could result from using an improper gas cap. A
poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel
system. The CHECK ENGINE light will come on if
the gas cap is not properly secured.

NOTE:

The fuel tank filler tube has a restricting door

about 2 in (50 mm) down from the opening. If fuel is
poured from a portable container, the container should
have a flexible nozzle long enough to force open the
restricting door.

CAUTION!

To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling.

With the key in the ignition switch turned to the ON/
RUN position, the fuel reserve warning light comes on. It
should go out immediately when the engine is running.

If the warning light does not go out after starting the
engine, or if it comes on while driving, it indicates that
the fuel level is down to the reserve quantity of approxi-
mately 2 gal (7.5 L).

Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can
cause the CHECK ENGINE light to illuminate.

NOTE:

• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel

tank is full.

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• Tighten the gas cap until you hear a single click. This

is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened.
The CHECK ENGINE light will come on if the gas cap
is not properly secured. Make sure that the gas cap is
tightened each time the vehicle is refueled.

WARNING!

• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near

the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the
tank is filled.

• Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is

running.

• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a

portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground outside the vehicle while filling.

VEHICLE LOADING

The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is in the
following chart and on the tire pressure label attached to
the driver door pillar.

Vehicle Loading Capacities
Front Seat Occupants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Cargo Capacity (with two persons) . . . . 115 lbs (52 kg)
Rated Vehicle Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . 415 lbs (188 kg)

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Roof Luggage Rack

Convertible Top Vehicles

CAUTION!

To prevent damage to the convertible top, DO NOT
carry any loads on the convertible top.

Coupe Vehicles
External racks do not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant
and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the
roof luggage rack, do not exceed the rated vehicle capac-
ity. The maximum recommended roof load for your
vehicle is 110 lbs (50 kg).

CAUTION!

• To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO NOT

carry any loads on the roof luggage rack which may come
in contact with the roof panel. The load should be secured
and placed on top of the rack, not directly on the roof. If it
is necessary to place some part of the load on the roof,
place a blanket or some other protection between the load
and the roof surface.

• To avoid damage to the roof luggage rack and vehicle, do

not exceed the rated load capacity of your roof luggage
rack system maximum load capacity. Always distribute
heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load
appropriately.

• Long loads which extend over the windshield, such as

wood panels or surfboards, should be carefully secured to
both the front and rear of the vehicle.

• Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully when

carrying large or heavy loads on the roof luggage rack.
Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic,
can add sudden upward loads. This is especially true on
large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or
your vehicle.

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WARNING!

Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof
luggage rack “Cautions” when carrying cargo on
your roof rack.

TRAILER TOWING

Trailer towing with your vehicle is not recommended.

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

CONTENTS

m Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
m If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
m TIREFIT Tire Repair And Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . 234

▫ TIREFIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
▫ Preparations For Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
▫ Jack Location And Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

m Jump-Starting The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241

m Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
m Towing A Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245

▫ Towing Eyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
▫ Tow-Away Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

m Convertible Top Emergency Operation . . . . . . . . 249

▫ Relieving Hydraulic Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
▫ Opening a Locked Decklid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER

The flasher switch is located in the console. Push in
the flasher switch and all front and rear directional
signals will flash. Press the flasher switch a second

time to turn the flashers off.

Do not use this emergency warning system when the
vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled
and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.

If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the
flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition
key removed and the vehicle locked.

NOTE:

With extended use, the flasher may run down

your battery.

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS

During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city
traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to the red
area on the gauge.

The engine should not be operated with the coolant
temperature in the red area. Doing so may cause serious
damage which is not covered by the DaimlerChrysler
Limited Warranty.

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