2007 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE open hood

approximately 30 seconds, insert the key in the ignition
and turn it to the ON/RUN position. The remote control
should once again be operational.
SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM
The system monitors the doors, rear liftgate/decklid,
hood, and ignition for unauthorized operation. The se-
curity alarm system is automatically armed or disarmed
with the remote control or any of your vehicle's keys by
locking or unlocking the vehicle.
The antitheft alarm is armed within approximately 10
seconds after locking the vehicle. A blinking light in the
tow away alarm switch indicates that the alarm is armed.
Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior
vehicle lights will flash and an alarm will sound when a
door, the rear liftgate/decklid, the hood, or glove com-
partment is opened, or if someone attempts to raise the
vehicle for towing. The alarm will flash the exterior
lamps for approximately three minutes and sound an
audible alarm for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even
if the activating element is immediately closed.
Tow-Away Alarm
The tow-away alarm switch is located on the console. To
deactivate for towing or jacking up the vehicle, press and
release the upper portion of the switch. Press and release
the upper portion to activate it again.
After the alarm system has been armed, the exterior
vehicle lights will flash and an alarm will sound when
someone attempts to raise the vehicle. The alarm will
flash the exterior lamps for approximately three minutes
and sound an audible alarm for 30 seconds. The alarm
will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered.
To cancel the alarm, insert the key into the ignition switch
or press a transmit button on the key fob.
To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature when
parking on a surface subject to movement (such as a
ferry), switch off the tow-away alarm. To do so, turn the
key in the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK or ACC
position, or remove the key from the ignition switch.
Press the tow-away alarm switch and the indicator light
will illuminate briefly. Exit the vehicle, and lock the
vehicle with the key or the remote control.
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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
60 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, pull the release lever located inside
your vehicle, below the instrument panel.
Then, reach under the hood and pull upward on the
safety latch and lift the hood.
To prevent possible damage, close the hood by dropping
it from approximately 12 inches (30 cm).
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving, and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.
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CAUTION!
The TPMS is designed to monitor your tire pressure
and will not function as a tire pressure gauge. After
adjusting the air pressure in a tire, there will be a
delay before the system updated the display
NOTE:The TPMS can inform you about a low tire
pressure condition, but it does not replace normal tire
maintenance. The TPMS is not intended to provide you
with notification of a rapid pressure loss.
NOTE:The pressure in your tires changes with tem-
perature. A significant decrease in temperature could
reduce cold inflation pressure below the TPMS setpoint.
ALWAYS check pressure in your tires if the TPMS telltale
lamp is illuminated.
3. Coolant Indicator Light
This indicator illuminates when the engine
coolant has dropped below the requiredlevel in the reservoir or the coolant temperature is too
high (see the Temperature gauge section).
To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on
level ground and the engine stopped.
Check coolant level only when the coolant is cold.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or
steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam
coming from under the hood, don't open the hood
until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to
open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator
or coolant bottle is hot.
4. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
This gauge shows engine coolant temperature. Any read-
ing between the Hot and Cold gauge marks show that the
engine cooling system is operating properly. The gauge
pointer may show a higher temperature when driving in
hot weather, up mountain grades, or in heavy stop-and-
go-traffic.
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28. Oil Level Indicator Light
With the key in the ignition switch turned to
the ON/RUN position, the oil level indicator
light comes on. It should go out immediately
when the engine is running. If the light does
not go out, or comes on while driving, the engine oil
level has dropped to approximately the minimum
mark on the dipstick.
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
A sensor in the oil pan allows oil level to be checked
without opening the hood. It provides an accurate mea-
surement of oil level, whereas the low engine oil level
indicator warns that oil level is definitely too low. With
the vehicle parked on a level surface, the engine is
warmed up and shut off for approximately five minutes.
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN
position, press the knob to the left of the speedometer
once and wait 7 seconds. An ISO oil level icon appears in
the trip odometer window and a ªclockº icon in the
cumulative odometer display. Pressing the knob to the
left of the speedometer twice within one second displays
one of the following messages:²OK
²-1.0 Q (-1.0L)
²-1.5 Q (-1.5L)
²-2.0 Q (-2.0L)
²HI
The indicated amount of oil must be added to the engine
if the message -2.0 Q (-2.0L) blinks and a signal sounds.
The HI message indicates that the excess oil must be
removed from the pan to avoid possible engine or
catalytic converter damage. If the ISO oil level icon and
ªclockº icon remain on when attempting to check oil
level and no message follows, or if the low engine oil
level warning lamp comes on, a malfunction in the
engine oil level system is indicated. A conveniently
located dipstick allows manual checking of the oil level.
If no leaks are noted, continue to drive to the nearest
service station where the engine oil should be topped to
the ªfullº mark on the dipstick with an approved oil.
29. Low Fuel Warning Light
When the fuel level drops to about 2 gallons (7.5
liters), this symbol will light and remains lit until
fuel is added.
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Cooling System
WARNING!
²When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
key is in the ON position.
²You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, don't open the
hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never
try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the
radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check coolant protection every 12 months (before the
onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If the cool-
ant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be
drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant.Check the front of the radiator and condenser for an
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. Clean the radiator and
condenser by gently spraying water from a garden hose
at the back of the radiator core.
Check the recovery bottle tank tubing for condition and
tightness of connection at the bottle and radiator. Inspect
the entire system for leaks.
Cooling System - Drain, Flush and Refill
At the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules,
the system should be drained, flushed and refilled.
238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Underhood Accessory Fuse Block Fuses
Cavity Fuse Circuits
1 5 Amp
BeigeGarage Door Opening Signal,
Tire Pressure Control and Seat
Heater
2 5 Amp
BeigeControl Unit Airbag
3 5 Amp
BeigeIndicator, Safety Restraint System
and Indicator Passenger Airbag
Off
4 7.5 Amp
BrownHeated Mirror
5 15 Amp
BlueRadio (Coupe)
5 25 Amp
WhiteRoof Control Module (Roadster)
6 5 Amp
BeigeExterior Mirror Adjustment, Left
And Right (Coupe)
6 40 Amp
OrangeRoof Hydraulic Unit (Roadster)
7 5 Amp
BeigeOccupation Classification Module
(Right Seat)
Cavity Fuse Circuits
8 15 Amp
BlueRadio
9 5 Amp
BeigeControl Unit Airbag
10 5 Amp
BeigeSpeed Control
11 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Coil 6 Cyl.
12 10 Amp
RedWasher Liquid Heater, Washer
Nozzle Heater
13 10 Amp
RedRoof Light, Horn, Anti-Theft-
Alarm, Trunk Light and Tire
Pressure Control
14 10 Amp
RedDiagnostic Socket
15 5 Amp
BeigeClimate Control, Auxiliary Water
Pump
16 10 Amp
RedSpoiler Motor
17 40 Amp
OrangeElectronic Stability Program
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Octane Rating........................ 186
Fuses................................ 253
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) .......... 105
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)................. 189
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 267
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 187
Gear Ratios........................... 265
General Information..................... 183
Glass Cleaning......................... 250
Glove Compartment..................... 76
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 194
Headlights
Aiming............................. 262
Cleaning............................ 249
Dimmer Switch....................... 89
Heater............................... 135
Hood Latch Maintenance................. 235
Hood Release.......................... 84
Hoses............................... 241Ignition
Key ................................. 9
Wiring System (Spark Plug Wires)......... 231
Illuminated Entry....................... 86
Infant Restraint......................... 48
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 77
Instrument Cluster...................... 113
Instrument Panel and Controls............. 112
Instrument Panel Cover.................. 250
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 250
Interior Appearance Care................. 249
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Location.......................... 200
Jack Operation......................... 195
Jump Starting......................... 203
Key-In Reminder........................ 10
Keyless Entry System..................... 14
Keys.................................. 9
Knee Bolster........................... 30
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