2007 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE Owners Manual

Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are
present, the cause should be corrected immediately.
NOTE:Use of the air conditioning may cause puddles
of water to form under the vehicle.
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CONTENTS
mConvertible Top Operation................62
NTo Lower The Top......................63
NTo Raise The Top......................67
NConvertible Top Lamp And Audible
Signal Chart..........................71
mConsole Features.......................72
NStorage Compartments (If Equipped)........73
NAshtray.............................74
NCoin Holder..........................75
NPower Outlet/Cigar Lighter...............75
NGlove Compartment....................76
mCupholder (If Equipped)..................76
mMirrors..............................77
NInside Day/Night Mirror.................77
NExterior Mirrors Folding Feature...........77
NHeated Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped) . .77
NOutside Mirrors.......................77
NPower Remote Control Outside Mirrors......78
NVanity Mirrors........................79
mSeats................................79
NManual Seat Adjustments (If Equipped)......80
NDriver Eight-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)....82
NPassenger Four-Way Power Seat (If Equipped) . .83
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NHeated Seats (If Equipped)...............83
mTo Open And Close The Hood.............84
mInterior Lights.........................85
NFront Map/Reading Lights...............85
NBattery Saver Feature...................85
NInstrument Panel Lighting................86
NNight Security Illumination...............86
mExterior Lights.........................86
NHeadlights And Parking Lights............86
NDaytime Running Lights (Where Applicable) . . .87
NFog Lights (If Equipped).................87
NStanding Lights.......................87
mMultifunction Control Lever...............88
NTurn Signals..........................88
NHeadlight Dimmer Switch................89
NPassing Light.........................90NWindshield Wipers And Washer............90
NMist Function.........................91
mTelescoping Steering Column..............92
mTire Pressure Monitor System (If Equipped)...93
mRear Spoiler...........................96
mBrake Assist System (BAS)................98
mElectronic Stability Program (ESP)...........99
NSynchronizing ESP....................101
mElectronic Speed Control.................102
NTo Vary The Speed Setting...............103
NTo Deactivate........................104
NTo Resume Speed.....................104
NUsing Speed Control On Hills............105
mGarage Door Opener (If Equipped).........105
NProgramming The Universal Transceiver.....106
NGate Operator/Canadian Programming.....108
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NUsing The Universal Transceiver..........109
NErasing Universal Transceiver Buttons.......109
NReprogramming a Single Button...........109NSecurity............................109
mUmbrella Hook.......................110
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CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION
WARNING!
The convertible top does not provide the structural
protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the
fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection
of the occupants of a vehicle in a collision. Therefore,
it is important that all occupants wear their seat belts
at all times when riding in a convertible. Studies
have shown that it is generally safer to remain inside
a vehicle during a collision than to be ejected from
the vehicle.
For safety reasons, the convertible top should only be
opened and closed when the vehicle is standing still. Top
operation is allowed up to a maximum of 9 mph (15
km/h). Above this speed, top operation will cease and an
audible warning will sound. The top operation can be
resumed after the vehicle is below the maximum speed
by pressing the convertible top switch again.
WARNING!
Before operating the switch for the convertible top,
make sure that no persons can be injured by the
moving parts (convertible top frame and tonneau
cover).
Hands must never be placed near the sport bar,
convertible top frame, upper windshield area, shelf
behind sport bar, or convertible top storage compart-
ment while the convertible top is being raised or
lowered. Serious personal injury may occur.
If potential danger exists, release the convertible top
switch. This immediately interrupts the raising or
lowering procedure. You then can operate the con-
vertible top switch to raise or lower the convertible
top away from the danger zone.
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CAUTION!
When opening and closing the convertible top, make
sure that:
²There is sufficient clearance of at least 6 ft. (1.8m)
for the convertible top to move up.
²Nothing is placed on the tonneau cover.
²The outside temperature is above 32ÉF (0ÉC).
Otherwise the convertible top and other parts of the
vehicle could be damaged.
CAUTION!
Use caution when putting items into the storage
compartment with the top in the closed position. The
tonneau cover extensions are exposed and can be
damaged if luggage or other items are pushed too far
into the storage compartment.
To Lower The Top:
WARNING!
Top operation can be suspended for a maximum of 10
minutes. Thirty seconds before the end of this period
an audible warning will begin to sound continu-
ously. At the end of this period, hydraulic pressure
will be released and the top and tonneau cover will
slowly collapse. In order to re-initialize the top cycle,
the tonneau cover must first be moved and held in its
full open position manually. The convertible top
should then be carefully lowered into its storage
compartment, and the tonneau closed. Hands should
be kept away from moving parts of the top and top
compartment mechanisms to avoid injury during this
operation and as hydraulic pressure is reestablished.
The hydraulic pressure can be reestablished by turn-
ing the ignition to the ON/RUN position and push-
ing down on the convertible top switch twice. Refer
to Convertible Top Emergency Operation in the What
To Do In Emergencies section of this manual.
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CAUTION!
To avoid possible damage to the tonneau cover and
convertible top, do not allow the convertible top to
remain in the suspended position. After approxi-
mately 10 minutes in the suspended position, the
hydraulic pressure will be released which will allow
the top and the tonneau cover to lower. The convert-
ible top switch can be pressed to cancel this
operation.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to either the top or the rear window,
check the tonneau cover area at the rear of the vehicle
interior to be sure that it is clear of debris or other
items. Do not use the tonneau cover area for other
storage purposes.
CAUTION!
To fully insure that no damage occurs, be sure that
the vehicle is at a complete stop before attempting to
lower or raise the top.
NOTE:If the top stops during the raising or lowering
procedure, start the engine and continue operation.
1. Make sure the rear cargo compartment divider is
unfolded and secured in the vertical position.
If the divider is in its stowed position, first unfold the
panels towards the rear of the vehicle. Pull up on the
vertical panel using the center cutout shown, and hook
the pins at the top into the brackets mounted to the cargo
compartment trim on each side near the forward edge of
the decklid opening. The pins must be hooked in these
brackets in order for the top to operate.
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