2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE SRT Owners Manual

NOTE:To help prevent the battery from discharging
during shorter periods of inactivity, perform the follow-
ing:
1. Make sure that the rear liftgate/decklid, hood, and
doors are completely closed.
2. Make sure that the remote transmitter is operating and
that the battery is good.
3. Make sure that the hood, rear liftgate and door
switches are in adjustment.
4. Use the remote transmitter to set the alarm.SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Specifications
Engine Size 195.2 CID (3.2 Liters)
Mode of Operation 4–stroke engine, com-
pressed air, gasoline injec-
tion
No. of Cylinders 6
Horsepower (SAE J 1349) 330 hp (246 kW) @ 6100
rpm
Bore 3.54 in. (89.90 mm)
Stroke 3.30 in. (84.00 mm)
Torque (SAE J 1349) 310 ft. lbs. (420 N·m) @
3500 rpm
Firing Order 1–4–3–6–2–5
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Spark Plugs NGK IFR 6D10
Spark Plug Gap 0.039 in. (1.0 mm)
Tightening Torque 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 N·m)
Maximum Engine Speed 6400 rpm
Accessory Drive Belt 114.25 in. (2902 mm)
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Performance Specifications (approximate)
Maximum Speed 158 mph (255 km/h)
Acceleration 0–60 mph
(0-96 km/h)5.3 seconds
0-100 mph-0 (0-161 km/
h-0)< 16 seconds
Gear Ratios - 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
First 3.595
Second 2.186
Third 1.405
Fourth 1.00
Fifth 0.831
Reverse 3.16/1.93
Body Specifications
Overall Length 159.8 in. (4058 mm)
Maximum Width 69.5 in. (1766 mm)
Maximum Width With
Mirrors76.9 in. (1954 mm)
Overall Height
Coupe: 51.5 in. (1307 mm)
Roadster: 51.8 in. (1315 mm)
Front Track 58.8 in. (1493 mm)
Rear Track 59.1 in. (1502 mm)
Wheelbase 94.5 in. (2400 mm)
Front Overhang 32.4 in. (822 mm)
Rear Overhang 32.9 in. (836 mm)
Front Ground Clearance 5.0 in. (127 mm)
Rear Ground Clearance 5.8 in. (147 mm)
Turning Radius 32.2 ft. (9.8 m)
Weight
Coupe: 3240 lbs. (1469 kg)
Roadster: 3328 lbs. (1509 kg)
Maximum Vehicle Load 415 lbs. (188 kg)
Luggage Capacity
Coupe: 7.6 cu. ft. (215 l)
Roadster: 6.5 cu. ft. (190 l) - Top Up
3.6 cu. ft. (104 l) - Top
Down
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FLUID CAPACITIES
Metric U.S.
Fuel (Approximate)60.0 Liters 15.8 Gallons
Fuel Tank Reserve8.0 Liters 2.1 Gallons
Engine Oil (with filter)
3.2 L Supercharged Engine 8.0 Liters 8.5 Qts.
Cooling System *
3.2 L Supercharged Engine 14.5 Liters 15.3 Qts.
Automatic Transmission8.0 Liters 8.5 Qts.
Rear Axle1.3 Liters 1.4 Qts.
Power Steering Reservoir1.0 Liters 1.1 Qts.
Brake Reservoir.5 Liters .5 Qts.
Windshield Washer Reservoir7.0 Liters 7.4 Qts.
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant Use coolant approved to MB 325.0, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent
extended life coolant.
Engine Oil Only use synthetic engine oils, approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5, such as
Mobil 1 SAE 0W-40. The FSS may not alert for an oil change at the proper
interval if an unapproved engine oil is used; engine damage and reduced
engine life may result.
Engine Oil Filter Mopar5102905AA or equivalent
Spark Plugs NGK IFR 6D10
Spark Plug Gap 0.039 in (1.0 mm)
Fuel Selection Premium Unleaded 91 Octane
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Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Automatic Transmission Only use ATF approved to MB 236.10, MB 236.12. Synthetic Dexron III
Transmission Fluid may be substituted.
Brake Master Cylinder Use brake fluid approved to MB 331.0, or a DOT 4 brake fluid with: mini-
mum dry boiling point (ERBP) 500°F (260°C), minimum wet boiling point
(WERBP) 356°F (180°C), maximum viscosity 1500 mm
2/s, conforming to
FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925.
Power Steering Reservoir No fluid service required. Filled at the factory with Pentosin CHF 11S.
Steering noise and reduced component life may result if an unapproved
fluid is used.
Rear Axle Fluid Only use synthetic SAE 75W-85 axle lubricant that meets MB 231.1. Re-
duced axle durability may result if an unapproved product is used.
Tire Pressure Refer to label on driver’s door frame.
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Body
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Hinges:
Door MoparSpray White Lube
Liftgate / Decklid MoparMulti-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP, GC-LB
Hood Springs and Links MoparSpray White Lube
Latches:
Liftgate/Decklid MoparSpray White Lube
Hood/Safety Catch MoparMulti-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP, GC-LB
Door MoparSpray White Lube
Seat Regulator and Track MoparMulti-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP, GC-LB
Window System Components MoparSpray White Lube
Lock Cylinders MoparLock Cylinder Lube
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS

Introduction..........................240

Warranty............................240

Emission Control System Maintenance......241

Maintenance Schedules..................241
▫Scope Of Work For“A”Schedule Maintenance
Service.............................242
▫Scope Of Work For“B”Schedule Maintenance
Service.............................243

FSS System...........................244

Regular Check-Ups.....................246
▫Additional Periodic Maintenance..........247

Special Maintenance Requirements.........248
▫Coolant............................248
▫Dust Filter For Heating/Ventilation
Replacement.........................248

Engine Oil Change And Filter Replacement...2488
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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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