Chrysler Crossfire (2008 year). Manual — part 16

vehicle is immediately lowered. To cancel the alarm,
insert the key in the ignition switch or press the TRANS-
MIT button on the key fob.

To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, press
the tow-away alarm switch to turn off the tow-away
alarm before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a
surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train.

To do so, turn the key in the ignition switch to the
OFF/LOCK or ACC positions, or remove key from the
ignition switch. Press the upper half of the tow-away
alarm switch. The indicator light will illuminate briefly.
Then, exit the vehicle and lock with a key or the remote
control. The tow-away alarm remains switched off until
the vehicle is locked again with a key or the remote
control, at which time it is automatically reactivated.

CONVERTIBLE TOP EMERGENCY OPERATION

If the convertible top cannot be closed using the convert-
ible top switch, check the following:

• Is the decklid closed properly?
• Is there sufficient battery voltage? Start the engine if

necessary.

• Is the rear cargo compartment divider secured in the

vertical position?

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If the power convertible top operation does not function
properly, you can close the convertible top manually.

NOTE:

The multifunction tool from the glovebox is

required for this job.

CAUTION!

Manually closing the convertible top is a complicated
and technically demanding procedure. Closing the
convertible top manually should be performed with
great care by two people. Close the convertible top
manually in emergency cases only. Otherwise, visit
an authorized DaimlerChrysler dealer.

Relieving Hydraulic Pressure

NOTE:

The hydraulic pressure must be relieved before

the top can manually be raised or lowered.

1. Turn the ignition to the ON position.

2. Push down on the convertible top switch and hold in
that position.

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3. Turn the ignition OFF and continue to push down on
the switch for five seconds.

4. After five seconds the hydraulic system pressure will
be relieved.

WARNING!

It is important that a second person assist you to close
the convertible top manually to prevent injuries.

1. Lower the windows and open the doors.

2. Turn the ignition key OFF.

CAUTION!

Ensure that the decklid is closed while raising the
convertible top manually to prevent the possibility of
contact between the decklid and the tonneau cover.

WARNING!

Do not place your hands near the convertible top
frame, upper windshield area, or the convertible top
storage compartment while the convertible top is
being raised and locked. Serious personal injury may
occur.

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3. Unlock the storage compartment by placing the tool
on the bolt between the backrest and the tonneau cover.
Turn the wrench in the direction of the arrow to its stop
and remove the tool.

4. Open the tonneau cover and secure it in the upright
position.

5. Pull up hard on the upper section of the convertible
top to move it out of its storage compartment.

NOTE:

Do not let go of the convertible top as it may fall

back into the convertible top storage compartment.

6. Move the convertible top toward the windshield
header.

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WARNING!

Do not place your hands in the convertible top frame
areas. Serious personal injury may occur.

7. Do not place the convertible top frame onto wind-
shield header.

8. Place the rear window section of the convertible top in
its vertical position.

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9. Close the tonneau cover by placing hands near the
edges (arrows) and slowly lowering it. The tonneau cover
must lock in the first notch of the compartment cover
catch.

10. Lock the convertible top storage compartment by
placing the tool on the bolt between the backrest and the
tonneau cover. Turn the wrench in the direction of the
arrow to its stop and remove the tool.

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11. Lower the rear window section of the convertible top
down and lock into the tonneau cover.

12. Fold down the locking latch handle.

13. Turn the latch handle just past one-quarter turn
clockwise and pull the convertible top frame carefully
down until it meets the windshield header attachment
points.

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14. Turn the latch handle counterclockwise to the stop in
order to lock the convertible top.

15. Fold the latch handle up.

The convertible top is now locked onto the windshield
header.

NOTE:

Have the convertible top operation checked at

your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Opening a Locked Decklid

It is possible for the decklid to become locked if a
convertible top system malfunction occurs. If the top is
manually moved to the full up or full down position
when the hydraulic pressure is relieved, the decklid
should unlock.

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CONTENTS

m 3.2L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
m Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) . . . . . . . . . 261
m Emissions Inspection And Maintenance

Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262

m Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
m Authorized Dealer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
m Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264

▫ Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
▫ Ignition Wiring System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271

▫ Crankcase Emission Control System . . . . . . . . 271
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
▫ Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
▫ Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
▫ Chassis Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
▫ Body Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
▫ Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . 277
▫ Windshield Washer Reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278

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▫ Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses . . . . . . . 284
▫ Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
▫ Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From

Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290

m Convertible Top Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295

▫ Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
▫ General Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
▫ Weather Strip Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297

m Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297

▫ Underhood Accessory Fuse Block Fuses . . . . . 297
▫ Relay Control Module Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
▫ Interior Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303

m Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305

▫ Interior Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
▫ Exterior Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305

m Exterior Light Bulb Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306

▫ Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
▫ Front Turn Signal And Parking/Standing

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307

▫ Front And Rear Sidemarker Lights . . . . . . . . . 307
▫ Tail, Stop, Back Up And Turn Signal Lights . . . 308
▫ License Plate Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309

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▫ Headlight Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310

m Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
m Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
m Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315

m Recommended Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine

Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316

▫ Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
▫ Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
▫ Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318

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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)

To meet new government regulations and promote
cleaner air, your Crossfire is equipped with a sophisti-
cated Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II. This
system monitors the performance of the emissions and
engine control systems. When these systems are operat-
ing properly, your vehicle will provide excellent perfor-
mance and fuel economy, as well as engine emissions
well within current government regulations.

If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the CHECK ENGINE Light. It will also store
diagnostic codes and other information to assist your
service technician in making repairs. Although your
vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, see
your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.

CAUTION!

Prolonged driving with the CHECK ENGINE light
on could cause further damage to the emission con-
trol system. It could also affect fuel economy and
drivability. The vehicle must be serviced before any
state emissions tests can be performed.

If the CHECK ENGINE light is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Im-
mediate service is required.

If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the CHECK
ENGINE light may come on. Be sure the gas cap is
tightened every time you add fuel. Tighten the cap until
you hear it “click” once.

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EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS

In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.

For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies

the following: the CHECK ENGINE Light is functioning
and is not on when the engine is running, and that the
Onboard Diagnostic system (OBD II) is ready for testing.

Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD II system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.

Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:

1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.

2. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position, but do not
crank or start the engine.

3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.

4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON/RUN
position, you will see your CHECK ENGINE light come
on as part of a normal bulb check.

5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:

a. The CHECK ENGINE light will flash for about 10
seconds and then return to being fully illuminated

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until you turn OFF the ignition key or start the engine.
This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system is not
ready

and you should not proceed to the I/M station.

b. The CHECK ENGINE light will not flash at all and
will remain fully illuminated until you turn off the
ignition key or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is ready and you can proceed
to the I/M station.

If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.

Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not ready, if the CHECK ENGINE light is
illuminated during normal vehicle operation, you should

have your vehicle serviced before going to the I/M
station. The I/M station can fail your vehicle because the
CHECK ENGINE light is on with the engine running.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Use of genuine Mopar

t parts for normal/scheduled

maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en-
sure the designed performance. Damage or failures
caused by the use of non-Mopar

t parts for maintenance

and repairs will not be covered by the warranty offered
by DaimlerChrysler Corporation.

AUTHORIZED DEALER SERVICE

Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person-
nel, special tools and equipment to perform all service
operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are
available which include detailed service information for
your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting
any procedure yourself.

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NOTE:

Intentional tampering with emissions control

systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.

WARNING!

You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
If you have any doubt about your ability to perform
a service job, take your vehicle to a competent
technician.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

The pages that follow contain the maintenance service
recommended by the engineers who designed your ve-
hicle.

Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance intervals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.

Engine Oil

Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.

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