2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE turn signal

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
The flasher switch is located in the console. Push in
the flasher switch and all front and rear directional
signals will flash. Press the flasher switch a second
time to turn the flashers off.Do not use this emergency warning system when the
vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled
and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the
flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition
key removed and the vehicle locked.
NOTE:With extended use, the flasher may run down
your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city
traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to the red
area on the gauge.
The engine should not be operated with the coolant
temperature in the red area. Doing so may cause serious
damage which is not covered by the DaimlerChrysler
Limited Warranty.
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NExhaust System......................279
NCooling System.......................280
NHoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......284
NBrakes.............................285
NAutomatic Transmission................288
NManual Transmission..................289
NAppearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................290
mConvertible Top Care....................295
NWashing............................296
NGeneral Cleaning.....................296
NWeather Strip Care....................297
mFuses...............................297NUnderhood Accessory Fuse Block Fuses.....297
NRelay Control Module Fuses.............302
NInterior Fuses........................303
mReplacement Bulbs......................305
NInterior Light Bulbs....................305
NExterior Light Bulbs...................305
mExterior Light Bulb Service................306
NHeadlights..........................306
NFront Turn Signal And Parking/Standing
Lights.............................307
NFront And Rear Sidemarker Lights.........307
NTail, Stop, Back Up And Turn Signal Lights . . . 308
NLicense Plate Light....................309
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The fuse access door is located on the end of the
instrument panel on the driver's side behind the trim
panel cover. Use a coin or flat blade screwdriver to open
and close this access door.Interior Fuses
Cavity Fuse Circuits
1 Not Assigned
2 15 Amp
BlueBrake Lamp/Speed Control
3 7.5 Amp
BrownRight High Beam, High Beam
Indicator Light
4 15 Amp
BlueReverse/Turn signal Light
5 7.5 Amp
BrownLeft High Beam
6 15 Amp
BlueRight Low Beam
7 7.5 Amp
BrownRight Parking/Tail Light Side
Marker
8 15 Amp
BlueLeft Low Beam
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Cavity Fuse Circuits
9 15 Amp
BlueFog Light
10 7.5 Amp
BrownLeft Parking/Tail Light Side
Marker
11 7.5 Amp
BrownLicense Plate/Instrument Cluster
Lighting/Symbol Lighting
12 Not Used - Spare Fuse
13 Not Used - Spare Fuse
14 Not Used - Spare Fuse
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Light Bulbs
For lighted switches and interior lights, see your autho-
rized dealer for servicing requirements.
Exterior Light Bulbs
Bulb Bulb No.
Headlight - High and Low Beam......12V55W H7U
Front Turn Signal.......................Y21W
Front Parking/Standing Light.............. W5W
Front Side Marker Light.................. W5W
Rear Marker Light...................... W5W
Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)..... LED
Front Fog Lights.....................HB455W
Rear Turn Signal Light...................Y21W
Rear Tail and Stop Light.................21/5W
Backup Light........................... 21W
License................................ 168
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Front Turn Signal and Parking/Standing Lights
²
Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out.
Push the bulb into the socket, turn counterclockwise
and remove.
²Replace the bulb, push in and twist clockwise. Rein-
stall the socket, and turn clockwise.
Front and Rear Sidemarker Lights
1. Push the front sidemarker assembly in and slide it
forward. Push the rear sidemarker assembly in and slide
rearward. The assembly will release from the fascia.
2. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out.
Push the bulb into the socket, turn counterclockwise and
remove.
3. Replace the light, push in and twist clockwise.
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4. Realign the two tabs and push the light in until it
engages into the lock.Tail, Stop, Back Up and Turn Signal Lights
1. Open the rear liftgate/decklid and remove the access
door in the trim panel.
2. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out.
3. Replace the light and return to open socket, turn
clockwise until it stops.
4. Replace the access door in the trim panel.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
Schedule ªAº typically rotates with Schedule ªB.º Follow
Schedule ªAº after the first service interval, Schedule ªBº
after the second service interval, and so on. In some cases
where the service interval has been extended due to very
light duty driving, a Schedule ªBº service may be indi-
cated following a previous Schedule ªBº service. There
are additional service tasks required under Schedule ªB.º
Your Flexible Service System (FSS) Ð see Understanding
Your Instrument Panel section Ð should give you an
exact indication of when your vehicle should be sched-
uled for service and which schedule to follow.
Additional Periodic Maintenanceitems should also be
performed beyond the items listed in the following charts
to assure the optimum performance of your vehicle.
SCOPE OF WORK FOR ªAº SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Oil Change
²Change oil and replace filter
Maintenance
²Lubricate hood hinges, latch, and secondary latch
²Reset FSS Display
Function Check
²Horn, hazard warning flashers, turn signals, and indi-
cator lamps
²Headlamps and exterior lighting
²Windshield wipers and washer system
Inspection
²Check front and rear brake pads for lining thickness
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²Check tires for damage and general condition
²Check tire inflation pressures and correct if necessary
Fluid Levels
Check fluid levels for the following systems and correct if
necessary. Should there be a loss of fluid that cannot be
explained by regular use, trace and eliminate the cause.
²Engine cooling system (check corrosion inhibitor/
antifreeze)
²Hydraulic brake system
²Power steering system
²Windshield washer system
SCOPE OF WORK FOR ªBº SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Oil Change
²Change oil and replace filter
Maintenance
²Rotate tires
²Replace dust filter (if equipped)
²Lubricate hood hinges, latch, and secondary latch
²Reset FSS Display
Function Check
²Horn, hazard warning flashers, turn signals, and indi-
cator lamps
²Headlamps and exterior lighting
²Windshield wipers and washer system
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