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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
Manual. Information on purchasing a Service Manual can
be found at the back of this Owner’s Manual.
VEHICLE STORAGE
We recommend that you follow these guidelines before
storing your Crossfire 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 Manual, 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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INTRODUCTION
This is intended as a guide to the service requirements of
your vehicle.
It contains all necessary instructions concerning service
intervals and operations which have to be carried out.
Scope and frequency of maintenance work primarily
depend on the vehicle’s operating conditions. In the
interest of maintaining the vehicle’s operating safety, the
specified work should be performed regularly and in
good time.
Our vehicles are subject to ongoing development. Tech-
nical progress may also affect the scope of service work
performed.
“Daily vehicle checks” before starting a journey are the
responsibility of the driver.
WARRANTY
The DaimlerChrysler Corporation Dealer network is at
your disposal for maintenance work. Each of these work-
shops has the equipment and tools, the specially trained,
skilled and experienced personnel and receives regular
technical instruction from DaimlerChrysler Corporation
to ensure that your vehicle is inspected and maintained
thoroughly and in accordance with the latest procedures.
Please follow the instructions given in this Owner’s
Manual and ensure that they are observed, even if you
hand the vehicle over to a third party for use or care. By
not observing these instructions you may void your
warranty rights.
If the specified oil and maintenance services are not
carried out regularly or at the time intervals specified, a
decision as to the validity of a warranty claim can only be
made after DaimlerChrysler Corporation has investi-
gated your claim.
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This symbol represents Service A.
This second symbol represents Service B. Ser-
vice B rotates with Service A and includes
additional service tasks.
The next service is normally calculated and
displayed next to the Service A or Service B
symbol as distance remaining before the next
service is required.
Depending on operating conditions through-
out the year, a clock symbol may appear next to
the service symbol. When this occurs, the next
service is calculated and displayed in days
remaining before the next service is required.
You should have the maintenance performed within the
stated time period or distance.Following a completed A or B service your authorized
dealer sets the counter to 7,000 miles (Canada: 11,000
km).
NOTE:When disconnecting vehicle battery for one or
more days at a time, such days will not be counted. Any
such days not counted by FSS can be added by your
authorized dealer.
The interval between services is determined by the type
of vehicle operation. Driving at extreme speeds, and cold
starts combined with short distance driving in which the
engine does not reach normal operating temperature,
reduce the interval between services.
Regardless of the service interval determined by your
FSS, the scheduled services as posted in this manual must
be followed to properly care for your vehicle.
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Disposal
Engine Oil.......................... 204
Door Locks, Automatic................... 13
Drive Belts............................ 205
Drive Shaft Universal Joints............... 210
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces................156,183
Electronic Speed Control.................. 88
Electronic Stability Program................ 86
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 172
Jump Starting........................ 181
Overheating......................... 172
Towing............................. 185
Emergency Trunk Release................. 19
Emission Control System Maintenance....199,249
Engine
Break-In Recommendations............... 46
Checking Oil Level.................... 201
Compartment........................ 197
Oil .............................201,243
Oil Change Interval................... 202Oil Selection......................... 204
Exhaust Gas Caution..................... 46
Exhaust System........................ 213
Exterior Lights......................... 235
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 205
Air Conditioning..................... 256
Engine Fuel......................... 205
Engine Oil.......................... 204
Fluid Capacities.....................241,243
Fluid Leaks............................ 47
Fluid Level Checks
Manual Transmission.................. 221
Four-Way Hazard Flasher................. 172
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 184
Fuel................................. 164
Adding............................. 166
Additives........................... 166
Filler Cap........................... 166
Filter.............................. 205
Octane Rating........................ 164
Fuses................................ 228
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Garage Door Opener..................... 92
GasCap .............................. 166
Gasoline............................. 243
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 165
Gear Ratios........................... 241
Glass Cleaning......................... 225
Glove Compartment..................... 65
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 172
Headlights
Aiming............................. 238
Cleaning............................ 225
Dimmer Switch....................... 76
Heater............................... 121
Hood Latch Maintenance................. 211
Hood Release.......................... 70
Hoses............................... 217
Ignition
Key ................................. 9
Wiring System....................... 207
Illuminated Entry....................... 72
Infant Restraint......................... 39Inside Rearview Mirror................... 66
Instrument Cluster....................... 99
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 98
Instrument Panel Cover.................. 225
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 226
Interior Appearance Care................. 224
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Location.......................... 178
Jack Operation......................... 174
Jump Starting......................... 181
Key-In Reminder........................ 10
Keyless Entry System..................... 14
Keys.................................. 9
Knee Bolster........................... 28
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 22
Light Bulbs........................... 235
Lights
Airbag...........................31,109
Anti-Lock Warning.................... 103
Back-Up............................ 237
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Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 47
Safety Tips............................. 46
Schedule, Maintenance................... 249
Seat Belts.............................. 21
And Pregnant Women.................. 27
Extender............................ 27
Inspection........................... 47
Maintenance......................... 226
Operating Instructions.................. 24
Reminder........................... 104
Seats................................. 68
Cleaning............................ 224
Service Assistance...................... 258
Service Contract........................ 260
Service Manuals........................ 263
Shift Speeds........................133,134
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 183
Snow Chains.......................... 158
Snow Tires............................ 159
Soft Top............................... 52
Spark Plugs........................... 205
Specifications.......................... 241
Standing Lights......................... 74Starting.............................. 131
Cold Weather........................ 132
Emergency (Jump Starting).............. 181
Engine Fails to Start................... 132
Steering
Linkage............................ 210
Power............................. 152
Storage.............................. 239
Storage Bin............................ 62
Stuck, Freeing......................... 184
Sulfur in Gasoline...................... 166
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 28
Telescoping Steering Column............... 79
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......... 173
Theft Alarm............................ 17
Theft System........................... 17
TIREFIT.............................. 174
Tires .............................153,264
Air Pressure......................... 154
Alignment.......................... 163
Balancing........................... 163
Chains............................. 158
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