2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE service

This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s
service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with
this process.
•If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the
general manager or owner of the dealership. They
want to know if you need assistance.
•If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you
may contact the DaimlerChrysler Corporation’s Cus-
tomer Center.
Any communication to the DaimlerChrysler Corpora-
tion’s Customer Center should include the following
information:
•Owner’s name and address
•Owner’s telephone number (home and office)
•Dealership name
•Vehicle identification number
•Vehicle delivery date and mileage
DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer
Center
P.O. Box 21–8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
Phone: (800) 992-1997
DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: (800) 465-2001
In Mexico contact:
A.V. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
Mexico, D.F.
In Mexico (915) 729-1248 or 729-1240
Outside Mexico (525) 729-1248 or 729-1240
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Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
DaimlerChrysler Corporation has installed special
TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equip-
ment at its Customer Center. Any hearing or speech
impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a
conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States
can communicate with the DaimlerChrysler Corpora-
tion by dialing 1-800-380-CHRY.
Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for your
vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of
unexpected repairs after your DaimlerChrysler Corpo-
ration’s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The
DaimlerChrysler Corporation stands behind only the
DaimlerChrysler Corporation’s Service Contracts. If
you purchased a DaimlerChrysler Corporation Service
Contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an
Owner Identification Card in the mail within three
weeks of your vehicle delivery date. If you have any
questions about your service contract, call theDaimlerChrysler Corporation Service Contract Na-
tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The DaimlerChrysler Corporation will not stand behind
any service contract that is not the DaimlerChrysler
Corporation’s Service Contract. It is not responsible for
any service contract other than the DaimlerChrysler
Corporation’s Service Contract. If you purchased a ser-
vice contract that is not a DaimlerChrysler Corporation
Service Contract, and you require service after your
DaimlerChrysler Corporation’s new vehicle limited war-
ranty expires, please refer to your contract documents,
and contact the person listed in those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your new Crossfire. Your dealer has
also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
your ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
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MOPARPARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from your authorized dealer. They will help
you keep your vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In the 50 states of the United States and Washington,
D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which
could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
DaimlerChrysler Corporation.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your dealer, and the
DaimlerChrysler Corporation.To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Wash-
ington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Dept. of
Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also
obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from
the Hotline.In Canada:
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
should contact the Customer Service Department imme-
diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety
defect to the Canadian government should write to
Transport Canada, P.O. Box 8880, Ottawa Postal Station,
Ottawa, Ontario K1G 3J2.
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PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS
To order the following manuals, you may use either the
website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas-
tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac-
cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call
for an order form.
NOTE:A street address is required when ordering
manuals. (No P.O. Boxes).
•Service Manuals.
These comprehensive service manuals provide the
information that students and professional technicians
need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving,
maintaining, servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler
Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge
of the vehicle, system and/or components is written in
straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams
and charts.
•Owner’s Manuals.
These manuals have been prepared with the assistance
of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you
with specific Chrysler group vehicles. Included are
starting, operating, emergency and maintenance pro-
cedures as well as specifications, capabilities and
safety tips.
Call Toll Free at1–800–890–4038 (U.S.)or1–800–387–1143
(Canada)
Or
Visit us on the World Wide Web at:
www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.comor
www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manuals
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Service Description:
95= Load Index
—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.
H= Speed Symbol
—A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load
index under certain operating conditions.
—The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved under specified
operating conditions. i.e. tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions and posted speed limits.)
Load Identification:
...blank...= Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) Tire
Extra Load (XL)= Extra Load (or Reinforced) Tire
Light Load= Light Load Tire
C,D,E= Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure
Maximum Load— Maximum Load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry.
Maximum Pressure— Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this
tire.
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire
however the date code may only be on one side. Tires
with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including
date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire.Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall
tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on
the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard side
of the tire.
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Carbon Monoxide Warning................ 46
Cargo Compartment
Capacity............................ 168
Catalytic Converter..................... 206
CD Player......................... 112,116
Chains, Tire........................... 158
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 174
Charging System Light................... 104
Checks, Safety.......................... 46
Child Restraint......................... 39
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 44
Cigar Lighter........................... 64
Circuit Breakers........................ 228
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 164
Cleaning
Glass.............................. 225
Headlights.......................... 225
Climate Control........................ 121
Coin Holder........................... 64
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 120
Console............................... 61
Contract, Service....................... 260
Converter, Catalytic..................... 177Convertible............................ 52
Convertible Top......................... 52
Convertible Top Maintenance.............. 226
Convertible Top Manual Override.......... 189
Coolant...........................215,256
Cooling System........................ 214
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 215
Coolant Level........................ 214
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 215
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 215
Points to Remember................... 216
Pressure Cap........................ 216
Rubber and Plastic Components.......... 217
Selection of Coolant................... 215
Corrosion Protection.................... 222
Crankcase Emission Control System......... 207
Cup Holder............................ 65
Customer Assistance.................... 258
Cylinders, Lock........................ 211
Dealer Service......................... 200
Deck Lid.............................. 19
Defroster, Windshield..................... 47
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Daytime Running...................... 73
Exterior............................. 73
Exterior Check........................ 47
Fog ................................ 74
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 172
Headlights........................... 73
Instrument Cluster..................... 72
Interior...........................71,235
License............................. 238
Lights On Reminder.................... 73
Malfunction Indicator.................. 110
Map Reading......................... 72
Park.............................73,236
Rear Tail............................ 237
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 104
Turn Signal.......................236,237
Loading Vehicle........................ 268
Capacities........................... 168
Tires ............................... 268
Lubrication, Body....................... 211
Maintenance Free Battery................. 207
Maintenance Procedures.................. 201Maintenance Schedules.................. 249
Malfunction Indicator Light............ 110,199
Manual Override, Convertible Top.......... 189
Manual, Service........................ 263
Manual Transmission.................133,221
Fluid Level Check..................... 221
Frequency of Fluid Change.............. 221
Lubricant Selection.................... 221
Marker Lights, Side..................... 236
Master Cylinder........................ 219
Mirrors............................... 66
Electric Powered....................... 67
Electric Remote....................... 66
Exterior Folding....................... 66
Heated.............................. 66
Outside............................. 66
Rearview............................ 66
Vanity.............................. 68
Monitor, Tire Pressure System...........80,157
Mopar Parts........................200,262
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 75
Occupant Restraints...................... 21
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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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