Safety and Security

The Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) System:

The system has sensors in each valve stem that monitor the individual tire pressure. When a sensor detects a low tire, a signal to the instrument cluster illuminates the Low Tire Pressure warning indicator that shows a tire cross-section with an exclamation point in the middle. The Tire Pressure Monitor System has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels, but it is not intended to replace normal tire maintenance. You should check your tire pressure regularly. Inflation pressures specified on the label are always "Cold Inflation Pressure." Cold inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than a mile after being parked for 3 hours. Be sure to use a high quality gauge when adjusting tire pressure.

The Low Tire Pressure Warning indicator will illuminate if the tire pressure drops below 179.3 kpa (26 psi).

In stop & go city traffic, if the vehicle sits in traffic for more than 10 minutes, a TPM sensor may go to sleep & then turn on the Low Tire Pressure Warning indicator upon driving. This is a false indication of a system malfunction, and does not require repair or replacement. Refer to the Crossfire Service Manual (publication 81-270-04036) page 22-53 for more information.

Air Bags:

The drivers airbag is mounted in the steering wheel and the passenger front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel. Side airbags are located in the driver and passenger doors.

To turn the passenger front airbag on or off, open the passenger side door; the on/off switch is located at the end of the instrument panel. To shut off the passenger airbag, place the ignition key in the on/off switch, turn the key clockwise, and remove the key from the switch. To turn on the passenger airbag, place the ignition key in the on/off switch, turn the key counterclockwise, and remove the key from the switch. When the passenger airbag is turned off, the yellow Passenger Airbag Off light will illuminate. When the passenger airbag is turned back on, the light will not illuminate.

Brake Assist System (BAS):

Designed to maximize the vehicle's braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers, the BAS applies maximum power to the brakes, which compliments the ABS and can help reduce braking distances. As in ABS, continuously apply full pressure to the brake pedal when you encounter emergency braking situations. The brake assist system will automatically deactivate when you release the brake pedal.

Child Seat Anchors:

The passenger seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called Lower Anchors and Tether for Children (LATCH). The LATCH system provides for the installation of a child restraint without using the vehicle's belts, instead securing the child restraint using the lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure.

Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors:

The mirrors can be adjusted by using the remote control located in the console. Rotate the switch to the right to select the right mirror, rotate to the left to select the left mirror.

Use the switch to adjust the selected mirror to the desired position.

Power Windows:

The power window controls are located in the center console. To operate, turn the key in the ignition to the ACC or ON/RUN position. Press the top of the switch down to the resistance point to open; release the switch when the window is at the desired position. For express opening, press the switch past the resistance point and release; the window will lower fully, to interrupt the procedure, briefly press the switch again and release.

Reversing window direction, while operating in the auto down mode, the switch will not work until it is released and then pressed a second time. This is normal.

DO NOT REPLACE THE WINDOW SWITCH!

Driver Eight-way Power Seat:

The switches to adjust the power seats are located on the outboard side of the seat. The drivers seat features eight-way power adjustment - horizontal, vertical, cushion tilt and back angle. To move the seat closer to the wheel (or further back from it), push the lower lever forward or backward. To raise or lower the seat cushion, pull the lever up to raise or push it down to lower. To recline, push the recline lever rearward and adjust the seat back to the desired position.

Passenger Four-way Power Seat:

The switches to adjust the passenger seat are between the door and the seat. Push the horizontal switch forward or backward; adjust the seat back switch to tilt forward or backward.

NOTE:
THE PASSENGER SEAT SWITCH HAS 6 POSITIONS, HOWEVER ONLY FOUR POSITIONS ARE OPERATIONAL. DO NOT REPLACE THE POWER SEAT SWITCH.

Cup Holder:

The cup holder is located in the center console. To open the cup holder, gently press downward on the front edge of the top panel, and then release. The cup holder will open automatically. To close, push forward on the top edge of the door and rotate it down into the console until it engages.

Map lights:

There is a single overhead switch, between the map lights, that operates both lights simultaneously. This switch can also be used to deactivate the light function when opening the doors.