can you tell me what this is and how it works
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can you tell me what this is and how it works
Just purchased a 2006 Crossfire LTD yesterday. There was no owners manual with the car. I have two pics I was wondersong someone could tell me what they are and how it works. The two pics of the speedometer ubove mile beeps then flashes HI. Is this the indicator for reseting after an oil change?
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Re: can you tell me what this is and how it works
from a previous thread..... "
Basically all this switch does is cause your car to start in second gear instead of first gear. This decreases the amount of torque power produced at the wheels which reduces slippage and improves your traction control. I don't like the designation "Winter" and "Summer" because starting in second gear is a little hard on your clutch, and you don't want to start in second gear just because it is "Winter" and there are times in the summer where you may want to have improved traction control, such as in the rain. In general, you will definately want the "Summer" setting.
However, in inclement weather conditions where the roads may be slick, such as in snow, ice, or rain, the "Winter" setting will definately help you maintain control of your car during take off from a stop. Of course, if you floor your car, it will simply kick back into first gear anyways. Hopefully you aren't flooring your car in the snow. If you are already moving you will notice no change in your cars performance, this switch only affects your acceleration from a stop when you gently push the accelerator."
Basically all this switch does is cause your car to start in second gear instead of first gear. This decreases the amount of torque power produced at the wheels which reduces slippage and improves your traction control. I don't like the designation "Winter" and "Summer" because starting in second gear is a little hard on your clutch, and you don't want to start in second gear just because it is "Winter" and there are times in the summer where you may want to have improved traction control, such as in the rain. In general, you will definately want the "Summer" setting.
However, in inclement weather conditions where the roads may be slick, such as in snow, ice, or rain, the "Winter" setting will definately help you maintain control of your car during take off from a stop. Of course, if you floor your car, it will simply kick back into first gear anyways. Hopefully you aren't flooring your car in the snow. If you are already moving you will notice no change in your cars performance, this switch only affects your acceleration from a stop when you gently push the accelerator."
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Re: can you tell me what this is and how it works
The HI words mean your oil level is too high. You need to have a little bit removed so that it reads no higher than full on the dipstick.
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Re: can you tell me what this is and how it works
Chrysler site for downloading your owner's manual:
My Chrysler: Chrysler Owners Service Manuals - Chrysler Cars, Minivans, SUVs, Convertibles, Crossovers
All kinds of great stuff here:
https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...ollection.html
Enjoy your new ride.
My Chrysler: Chrysler Owners Service Manuals - Chrysler Cars, Minivans, SUVs, Convertibles, Crossovers
All kinds of great stuff here:
https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...ollection.html
Enjoy your new ride.
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Re: can you tell me what this is and how it works
The book says 8 1/2 quarts. But when I put that much in, I get the "HI" signal in sharp turns.
On Danimal's advice, I put in only 8 quarts and all is good.
On Danimal's advice, I put in only 8 quarts and all is good.
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Re: can you tell me what this is and how it works
Well, the RED roadster gave me fits at 8.5 - but the Graphite has never had 8.5 since I got it... so maybe it would be ok too?
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