New Owner
Thread Starter
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 285
Likes: 1
New Owner
I bought a 2005 Limited red ? coupe yesterday, 6 spd, 21,000 miles and in overall very nice condition. After I sold my Porsche 911, I didn't find anything that looked as good as the xfire. The lines on this car are beautiful. The 6 spd really shifts like gravy and is wonderful. The car has good power and I probably will do some changes when money allows. Wheels have some road rash on them, hard to see, but they might be changed. Also, a better exhaust sound would be nice. This site looks great, like my old Porsche one was, and if it's as helpful as theirs, this will be great. I like to do work on my cars myself, so if I have a new question, I'll do a search, but for those other times, lets talk. I'll try to post a pic, (as if they are different) soon. 
Re: New Owner
Senior Member
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 2,116
Likes: 0
From: Miami, Florida
Re: New Owner
When you check your brakes and if they are worn, we suggest you buy Rotex Gold brake pads. They virtually eliminate brake dust as it is a PITA to keep the rims clean especially the front. 
Oh yea, CONGRATS!
Oh yea, CONGRATS!
Thread Starter
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 285
Likes: 1
Re: New Owner
Ok. Thanks to all. Question. When I start the car, the mileage shows a strange figure on the left side, and -11,300. it stays on for about 10 seconds and then reads the actual mileage. What does this mean? I cant find any info in the book.
Life is random...so am I.
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 3,433
Likes: 2
Re: New Owner
Originally Posted by strupgolf
Ok. Thanks to all. Question. When I start the car, the mileage shows a strange figure on the left side, and -11,300. it stays on for about 10 seconds and then reads the actual mileage. What does this mean? I cant find any info in the book.
I'm sure that the previous owner was doing the oil changes and just didn't know how to reset the FSS system!
From the Crossfire Service Manual:
The counter can also be reset by any individual after the indicated
service has been performed. To do so:
1. Turn the key to the ON/RUN position.
2. Within one second press the ****/button to the left of the display twice.
3. The present status for days remaining or distance traveled is displayed. Within ten seconds turn the key to OFF.
4. Press and hold the ****/button to the left of the display, while turning the key to ON/RUN again. The present
status for days remaining or distance traveled is displayed once more. Continue to hold the ****/button to the
left of the display.
After approximately ten seconds, a tone sounds and the display shows 6,000 miles (10,000 km) for approximately
ten seconds.
5. Release the ****/button to the left of the display.
If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, the counter must be reset.
The message is displayed for approximately ten seconds when turning the key to the ON/RUN position, or while
driving when reaching the service warning threshold. It can be cancelled manually by pressing the ****/button to
the left of the display.
Once the suggested term has passed, the message, plus either the symbol for Service A or the symbol for Service
B preceded by a "–" (minus symbol) blinks for approximately thirty seconds and a tone sounds every time when
turning the key to the ON/RUN position.
The FSS display can also be called up for approximately ten seconds with the display illuminated by pressing the
****/button to the left of the display twice within one second.
service has been performed. To do so:
1. Turn the key to the ON/RUN position.
2. Within one second press the ****/button to the left of the display twice.
3. The present status for days remaining or distance traveled is displayed. Within ten seconds turn the key to OFF.
4. Press and hold the ****/button to the left of the display, while turning the key to ON/RUN again. The present
status for days remaining or distance traveled is displayed once more. Continue to hold the ****/button to the
left of the display.
After approximately ten seconds, a tone sounds and the display shows 6,000 miles (10,000 km) for approximately
ten seconds.
5. Release the ****/button to the left of the display.
If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, the counter must be reset.
The message is displayed for approximately ten seconds when turning the key to the ON/RUN position, or while
driving when reaching the service warning threshold. It can be cancelled manually by pressing the ****/button to
the left of the display.
Once the suggested term has passed, the message, plus either the symbol for Service A or the symbol for Service
B preceded by a "–" (minus symbol) blinks for approximately thirty seconds and a tone sounds every time when
turning the key to the ON/RUN position.
The FSS display can also be called up for approximately ten seconds with the display illuminated by pressing the
****/button to the left of the display twice within one second.
Thread Starter
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 285
Likes: 1
Re: New Owner
Holy c*** batman, just 11,300 out of date. I hope that's not accurate, but I'll check into that. Is there a "wrench" symbol that should be showing that denotes "service"? I can't find any history on the car, but I'll be changing it soon.
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
Re: New Owner
hey that means that you need to set your service clock and the chrysler dealer has that info if not let me know and i will try to send it to you how to reset it. make sure you change the oil first and then reset.
crossbow
crossbow
Forum Regular
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 900
Likes: 0
From: East Tn
Re: New Owner
just bought a '05 crossfire srt-6 new 140 miles.
wow! this thing will move... not much room in it... lol.
didn't know they were discounted half price.
$23,900 + tax dark gray ... are these cars really a merc.
wow! this thing will move... not much room in it... lol.
didn't know they were discounted half price.
$23,900 + tax dark gray ... are these cars really a merc.
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 2,280
Likes: 2
From: Albuquerque, NM
Re: New Owner
Originally Posted by huudoo
just bought a '05 crossfire srt-6 new 140 miles.
wow! this thing will move... not much room in it... lol.
didn't know they were discounted half price.
$23,900 + tax dark gray ... are these cars really a merc.
wow! this thing will move... not much room in it... lol.
didn't know they were discounted half price.
$23,900 + tax dark gray ... are these cars really a merc.
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 2,280
Likes: 2
From: Albuquerque, NM
Re: New Owner
Originally Posted by strupgolf
Ok. Thanks to all. Question. When I start the car, the mileage shows a strange figure on the left side, and -11,300. it stays on for about 10 seconds and then reads the actual mileage. What does this mean? I can't find any info in the book.
Forum Regular
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 900
Likes: 0
From: East Tn
Re: New Owner
Thank you for the invite to the Forum.
Well i bought it in Knoxville TN.
Had to leave work to go buy
this Beast, LoL. Only put like
40 miles on it going home
and like 40 miles at the dealer
Sunday on a Test Drive.
I think i'm gonna like this ride...
Still working have fri sat and sun off though...
Smokey mt here i come about 45 min from
the Smokies and Dragon.
Well i bought it in Knoxville TN.
Had to leave work to go buy
this Beast, LoL. Only put like
40 miles on it going home
and like 40 miles at the dealer
Sunday on a Test Drive.
I think i'm gonna like this ride...
Still working have fri sat and sun off though...
Smokey mt here i come about 45 min from
the Smokies and Dragon.
Senior Member
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 973
Likes: 0
From: NorthEast
Re: New Owner
Originally Posted by apkano
Welcome...I think you'll find this site very informative. (as long as you stay out of the political room)!
Your going to find out more in reading posts than you ever thought possible.
Life is random...so am I.
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 3,433
Likes: 2
Re: New Owner
Originally Posted by Punkin
Welcome and as was said above, be very very careful of the political room. I learned the hard way.
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
Re: New Owner
I am a new owner of a 2005 black xfire conv. I'm still learning a lot about the car. For instance, brake dust, what kind of wax to use, scathes in the leather seat. How do you clean under the spoiler? A lot of my questions have been answered. Thanks so much. One more question: I'm looking for a unique license plate name, Can anyone out there give me any idea's? Most appreciated.
Sally S.
Sally S.