I'd like to thank everyone who responded to my questions on the intermittant wipers & headlamp switch. Thanks to x-fired on the recent post re: the "variable" speeds on the non-variable intermittant wipers.

I have two other questions. One is about a reference to an "all-purpose" tool located in the glove compartment per the manual. I cannot find one or any other tool in the glove compartment. Did anyone else find or have one delivered with their Crossfire?

While looking for this "tool", I also checked-out the storage area under the rear trunk mat. I found the tire inflation kit on the left. On the right, there is a rectangular hole about the size of a large multi-disc CD player. Is that what that cavity is for or should there be something there that I am also missing? I cannot find any reference to it in the manual.

I would appreciate your feedback.

I also sent DC an email through the co's "Customer Service" link off the Crossfire web site re the announcement of the Hi Performance model due out in May of 2004. I requested some additional information about pricing, whether or not is was intended to compliment or replace the existing vehicle and what impact it may have on the sale or market value of the existing vehicles.

The reply I received indicated that it was a "concept" vehicle & no details are currently available and that my comments would be forwarded on to the Product Planning Dept. Talk about a lame response. It's clear DC doesn't have its communication act together. I just hope DC has done a better job in planning the ultimate positioning and introduction of the NEW model as well as retaining the loyalty of the intial purchasers than has been indicated so far.

I still love the car!

 

I didn't get the tool either. The dealer is getting it for me. As for the empty cavity in the trunk..... I was told that it's for the firstaid kits and warning triangles that are required in all vehicles in Germany. Makes sonce to me... I spent 6 years station in Germany and those are things they look for every year when you have your car inspected.

 

My multipurpose too was in the trunk. I would suggest calling your dealer as they may have taken it out and did not put it back in your car. I believe the hole in the trunk is for Euro-spec Crossfires that are required by law to come with a safety triangle reflector.

 

You beat me! :wink:

 

The special tool should be stored in the storage bag between the seats.The owners manual should be kept in that bag also.

 

Bought my Crossfire in August and there was not a "special"tool anywhere in the car. Contacted my dealer and they knew nothing about a special tool, but upon reading the manuel, promised me they get a replacement. Still waiting.

 

My special tool was in the bag with the holder for the front license plate. We don't use front plates in my state so I only noticed it when I was putting the holder in my storage room.

 

I did not get a special tool either. What is it used for? I am in Africa - no where near my manual.

 

Hello,
What is this tool and it's purpose?
CrossCrazy

 

I also had no idea there was any special "tool".

 

look on page 171 in your owner's manual. It calls out one use for the tool. It's to removed the lower front grille to access the tiedown ring.

 

Thanks WM................

Going to look in the trunk now.

Hey...also....went on ebay yesterday...ordered my "black" X-Fire model!!
Thanks again!

 

You're very welcome.

 

My husband has every Testerossa model available...so I thought I would add to our "collection!!

 

Didn't get with my Xfire either I called the dealer and they got me one in about 5-6 weeks

 

I went to the dealer yesterday and they gave me one out of the car in the showroom. They will order one for it.

 

Mine was in the bag located on the bulkhead behind the seats, it's still there. Odd looking thing angled wrench used for what?

 

Look on page 171 in your owner's manual. One of the things it's for is removing the lower front grille to access the tiedown lug.

 

Just to take a jump back a bit here in the thread, the rectangular hole to the left of the Boot/Trunk.
I don't think it is actually for a warning triangle/first aid kit as these are stored in a tool roll, just under the lip of the tailgate, on the UK spec ones, so I would imagine that the Euro spec ones are the same. (These appear to be supplied as standard)
All that is in the space is the "Special Tool" which seems to be just a 10mm tapered spanner at one end and a flat bladed screwdriver at the other. (For removing front grill and wheel hub caps)
Could well be that they have intended this space for fittment of an autochanger but even salesman is unsure! :?:

 

I did mean the right hand side before anybody picks me up about that!!
DOH! :roll: