2005 Chrysler Crossfire Owner's Manual - Page 101

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 101 3. Coolant Indicator Light This indicator illuminates when the engine coolant has dropped below the required level in the reservoir or the coolant temperature is too high (see the Temperature gauge section). To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine stopped. Check coolant level only when the coolant is cold. 4. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge shows engine coolant temperature. Any reading between the Hot and Cold gauge marks show that the engine cooling system is operating properly. The gauge pointer may show a higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or in heavy stop-andgo-traffic. If the pointer rises to the red (Hot) area, stop the vehicle and turn off the engine until the problem is corrected. 4 WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, don't open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot. CAUTION! Continuing to drive with an overheated engine cooling system can cause damage to the engine or other components. 5. Fuel Gauge When the ignition is in the ON/RUN position, the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the tank. The arrow to the right of the gas pump symbol shows which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located on.