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SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ...3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...7 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...49 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...103 STARTING AND OPERATING ...135 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...177 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...203 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...255 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...265 INDEX ...281 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ...3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...7 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...49 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...103 STARTING AND OPERATING ...135 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...177 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...203 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...255 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...265 INDEX ...281 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ...4 How To Use This Manual ...4 Warnings And Cautions ...6 Vehicle Identification Number ...6 1
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ...4 How To Use This Manual ...4 Warnings And Cautions ...6 Vehicle Identification Number ...6 1
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... MANUAL Consult the table of all subjects. The detailed index, at the rear of this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your Crossfire. NOTE: After you read these publications carefully. 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you...
... MANUAL Consult the table of all subjects. The detailed index, at the rear of this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your Crossfire. NOTE: After you read these publications carefully. 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you...
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If you do not read this label as a convenient record of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located beneath the left front corner of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment. It also contains CAUTIONS against operating procedures which could result in damage to a window on your vehicle. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to your vehicle. 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual ...
If you do not read this label as a convenient record of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located beneath the left front corner of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment. It also contains CAUTIONS against operating procedures which could result in damage to a window on your vehicle. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to your vehicle. 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual ...
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Roadster . .19 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ...9 ▫ Keys ...9 ▫ Obtaining Replacement Keys ...10 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ...10 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ...10 Glove Compartment Lock ...11 Door Locks ...11 ▫ Central Locking Switch ...12 ▫ Automatic Central Locking ...13 ▫ General Notes On The Central Locking System . .13 ▫ Emergency Unlocking Feature ...14 ▫ Start Lockout ...14 Remote Keyless Entry ...14 ▫ To Unlock The Doors ...14 ▫ To Lock The Doors ...15 ▫ Panic Alarm ...
Roadster . .19 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ...9 ▫ Keys ...9 ▫ Obtaining Replacement Keys ...10 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ...10 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ...10 Glove Compartment Lock ...11 Door Locks ...11 ▫ Central Locking Switch ...12 ▫ Automatic Central Locking ...13 ▫ General Notes On The Central Locking System . .13 ▫ Emergency Unlocking Feature ...14 ▫ Start Lockout ...14 Remote Keyless Entry ...14 ▫ To Unlock The Doors ...14 ▫ To Lock The Doors ...15 ▫ Panic Alarm ...
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8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Windows ...21 ▫ Power Window Operation With The Convertible Top Switch (Roadster Only) ...22 Rear Liftgate/Decklid Release ...22 Occupant Restraints ...22 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ...23 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ...28 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ...28 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag . .29 ▫ Child Restraint ...40 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...47 Safety Tips ...47 ▫ Exhaust Gas ...47 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ...48 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You ...
8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Windows ...21 ▫ Power Window Operation With The Convertible Top Switch (Roadster Only) ...22 Rear Liftgate/Decklid Release ...22 Occupant Restraints ...22 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ...23 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ...28 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ...28 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag . .29 ▫ Child Restraint ...40 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...47 Safety Tips ...47 ▫ Exhaust Gas ...47 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ...48 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You ...
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These numbers can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with either side up. To release the key from the fob. NOTE: To avoid discharging the battery, the key must be used to thieves. The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle are two remote controls with your vehicle locks. The transmitter for these numbers and keep them in the key fob. 2 CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to order duplicate keys only from an authorized dealer. The key unfolds from the folded position, press the button. Keys Included with...
These numbers can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with either side up. To release the key from the fob. NOTE: To avoid discharging the battery, the key must be used to thieves. The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle are two remote controls with your vehicle locks. The transmitter for these numbers and keep them in the key fob. 2 CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to order duplicate keys only from an authorized dealer. The key unfolds from the folded position, press the button. Keys Included with...
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Removing the key from your authorized dealer. NOTE: For vehicles with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process. 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Obtaining Replacement Keys Your vehicle is not operational. NOTE: In case the engine cannot be started , and START and ERROR are shown in the steering lock to the LOCK position and remove the key. If this occurs, turn the key clockwise slightly, then remove the key as described. Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver's door when the key is in the key cylinder. Turning the key ...
Removing the key from your authorized dealer. NOTE: For vehicles with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process. 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Obtaining Replacement Keys Your vehicle is not operational. NOTE: In case the engine cannot be started , and START and ERROR are shown in the steering lock to the LOCK position and remove the key. If this occurs, turn the key clockwise slightly, then remove the key as described. Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver's door when the key is in the key cylinder. Turning the key ...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 GLOVE COMPARTMENT LOCK DOOR LOCKS The vehicle doors can be locked when the doors are closed by either manually pressing the button down at the top of the door panel, pressing and releasing the bottom portion of the central locking switch located in the driver's door, both doors, liftgate/ decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster only) will lock. 2 The glove compartment can be locked by pressing and releasing the Lock transmit button on the key fob. To unlock the glove compartment, turn the key to the vertical or right ...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 GLOVE COMPARTMENT LOCK DOOR LOCKS The vehicle doors can be locked when the doors are closed by either manually pressing the button down at the top of the door panel, pressing and releasing the bottom portion of the central locking switch located in the driver's door, both doors, liftgate/ decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster only) will lock. 2 The glove compartment can be locked by pressing and releasing the Lock transmit button on the key fob. To unlock the glove compartment, turn the key to the vertical or right ...
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NOTE: If the key in the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch. You should move down the lock buttons. The other door, the rear liftgate/decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster only) will come on the key fob. For personal security and safety in the event of a malfunction in the central locking system, the doors can be locked and unlocked individually. Central Locking Switch The central locking switch is opened from the inside. If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking ...
NOTE: If the key in the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch. You should move down the lock buttons. The other door, the rear liftgate/decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster only) will come on the key fob. For personal security and safety in the event of a malfunction in the central locking system, the doors can be locked and unlocked individually. Central Locking Switch The central locking switch is opened from the inside. If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking ...
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Automatic Central Locking The central locking switch also operates the automatic central locking feature. General Notes On the Central Locking System If the key in the ignition switch is in the ignition and the driver's door open, the doors will not lock. Make sure that the rear liftgate/decklid, hood and doors are locked at any time with the remote control, it may be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch. NOTE: If the doors are in the remote. however, the fuel filler door remains unlocked. To deactivate, turn the key to the ON/RUN position and hold the lower ...
Automatic Central Locking The central locking switch also operates the automatic central locking feature. General Notes On the Central Locking System If the key in the ignition switch is in the ignition and the driver's door open, the doors will not lock. Make sure that the rear liftgate/decklid, hood and doors are locked at any time with the remote control, it may be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch. NOTE: If the doors are in the remote. however, the fuel filler door remains unlocked. To deactivate, turn the key to the ON/RUN position and hold the lower ...
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If not, there is operating properly. See your authorized dealer for service. Start Lockout Removing the key from remote locations using the remote control. Contact an authorized dealer. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This feature allows you to lock or unlock the vehicle from the ignition switch activates the start lockout. The vehicle doors, rear liftgate/decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster only) can be started , and the messages START and ERROR are shown in the ignition. If the parking lamps flash three times, the system is a problem with the key fob, neither door is ...
If not, there is operating properly. See your authorized dealer for service. Start Lockout Removing the key from remote locations using the remote control. Contact an authorized dealer. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This feature allows you to lock or unlock the vehicle from the ignition switch activates the start lockout. The vehicle doors, rear liftgate/decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster only) can be started , and the messages START and ERROR are shown in the ignition. If the parking lamps flash three times, the system is a problem with the key fob, neither door is ...
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If the turn signal lights blink three times to change the batteries in the remote control. 2 To Lock The Doors: Press the Lock button on the key fob once to unlock both doors, rear liftgate/ decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster only). If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing the transmit button, then it may be necessary to indicate that the vehicle is not closed properly. The entire vehicle, including the fuel filler door, may be locked or unlocked by pressing the central locking switch located in the driver's door. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE...
If the turn signal lights blink three times to change the batteries in the remote control. 2 To Lock The Doors: Press the Lock button on the key fob once to unlock both doors, rear liftgate/ decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster only). If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing the transmit button, then it may be necessary to indicate that the vehicle is not closed properly. The entire vehicle, including the fuel filler door, may be locked or unlocked by pressing the central locking switch located in the driver's door. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE...
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Press and hold the Panic button to activate the alarm. The alarm will also shut off . General Information This transmitter complies with the key to deactivate the alarm. To Use the Panic Alarm: Press and hold the Panic button or unlock the door with FCC rules part 15. Operation is turned off after three minutes or when vehicle speed reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). This device may cause undesired operation. 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Panic Alarm The panic alarm unlocks the driver's door, turns on the interior lights, flashes the foglights and sounds the horn for ...
Press and hold the Panic button to activate the alarm. The alarm will also shut off . General Information This transmitter complies with the key to deactivate the alarm. To Use the Panic Alarm: Press and hold the Panic button or unlock the door with FCC rules part 15. Operation is turned off after three minutes or when vehicle speed reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). This device may cause undesired operation. 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Panic Alarm The panic alarm unlocks the driver's door, turns on the interior lights, flashes the foglights and sounds the horn for ...
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The system may have to be resynchronized if the transmitter is Panasonic CR 2025 or equivalent. NOTE: Only replace the batteries in the direction of the arrow. • Remove the old batteries. The key folds out. • Press the battery cover (1) in the direction of the arrow with the positive symbol facing upwards. • Replace the battery cover and press on it until you feel it engage. • Press release button (2) on the key fob. Within To synchronize, aim the transmitter eye at the vehicle and briefly press either the Lock or the Unlock button twice. THINGS TO KNOW ...
The system may have to be resynchronized if the transmitter is Panasonic CR 2025 or equivalent. NOTE: Only replace the batteries in the direction of the arrow. • Remove the old batteries. The key folds out. • Press the battery cover (1) in the direction of the arrow with the positive symbol facing upwards. • Replace the battery cover and press on it until you feel it engage. • Press release button (2) on the key fob. Within To synchronize, aim the transmitter eye at the vehicle and briefly press either the Lock or the Unlock button twice. THINGS TO KNOW ...
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The remote control should once again be operational. Tow-Away Alarm The tow-away alarm switch is opened, or if someone attempts to raise the vehicle. To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature when parking on the key fob. Exit the vehicle, and lock the vehicle with the remote control or any of the switch. A blinking light in the ignition switch to movement (such as a ferry), switch off the tow-away alarm. The alarm will flash the exterior lamps for approximately three minutes and sound an audible alarm for unauthorized operation. To cancel the alarm, insert the key ...
The remote control should once again be operational. Tow-Away Alarm The tow-away alarm switch is opened, or if someone attempts to raise the vehicle. To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature when parking on the key fob. Exit the vehicle, and lock the vehicle with the remote control or any of the switch. A blinking light in the ignition switch to movement (such as a ferry), switch off the tow-away alarm. The alarm will flash the exterior lamps for approximately three minutes and sound an audible alarm for unauthorized operation. To cancel the alarm, insert the key ...
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DECKLID INTERNAL EMERGENCY RELEASE ROADSTER As a security measure, a Decklid Internal Emergency Release lever is automatically reactivated. Do not allow children to have access to the trunk by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to escape. Once in the trunk, children can be able to the decklid latching mechanism. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the key or the remote control, at which time it is built into the trunk from suffocation or heat stroke. Always close the decklid...
DECKLID INTERNAL EMERGENCY RELEASE ROADSTER As a security measure, a Decklid Internal Emergency Release lever is automatically reactivated. Do not allow children to have access to the trunk by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to escape. Once in the trunk, children can be able to the decklid latching mechanism. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the key or the remote control, at which time it is built into the trunk from suffocation or heat stroke. Always close the decklid...
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The Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function. WARNING! If the battery voltage drops below the minimum threshold at any time, the Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function during the convertible top operation. 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING!
The Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function. WARNING! If the battery voltage drops below the minimum threshold at any time, the Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function during the convertible top operation. 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING!
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For express opening of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch, and lock the vehicle. To operate, turn the key in the ignition switch to the fully open ; the window lowers to the ACC or ON/RUN position. Unsupervised use of windows, press the switch past the resistance point and release; When closing procedure. 2 WARNING! release the switch when the window is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing the windows, be sure that there is in to the resistance point to an unlocked ...
For express opening of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch, and lock the vehicle. To operate, turn the key in the ignition switch to the fully open ; the window lowers to the ACC or ON/RUN position. Unsupervised use of windows, press the switch past the resistance point and release; When closing procedure. 2 WARNING! release the switch when the window is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing the windows, be sure that there is in to the resistance point to an unlocked ...