Dodge 2007 Caliber User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
1INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...........................7
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................65
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL .................................137
5STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................205
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES .............................................265
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................................277
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ................................................319
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE .......................................337
10 INDEX ...................................................................345
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
䡵Introduction ........................... 4
䡵How To Use This Manual ................. 4
䡵Warnings And Cautions .................. 6
䡵Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6
䡵Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ........... 6
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be
aware of all safety warnings.
When it comes to service, remember that your dealer
knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-
cians and genuine Mopar威parts, and is interested in
your satisfaction.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,
certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-
ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this owner’s manual:
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This manual contains WARNINGS against operating
procedures, which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures,
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual, you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
driver’s front corner of the instrument panel, visible
through the windshield. This number also appears on the
vehicle registration or title.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle
could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety
and may lead to an accident resulting in serious
injury or death.
Vehicle Identification Number
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
䡵A Word About Your Keys ................. 9
▫Ignition Key Removal ................... 9
▫Locking Doors With The Key ..............10
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................10
䡵Sentry Key — If Equipped ................11
▫Replacement Keys ......................12
▫Sentry Key Programming .................12
▫General Information ....................13
䡵Steering Wheel Lock — Manual
Transmission Only
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▫If You Wish To Manually Lock
The Steering Wheel .....................13
▫To Release The Steering Wheel Lock .........13
▫Automatic Transaxle Ignition
Interlock System .......................14
䡵Door Locks ...........................14
▫Manual Door Locks .....................14
▫Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........15
▫“Child-Protection” Door Lock System
(Rear Doors) ..........................18
䡵Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped ........19
▫To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ..........20
▫To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ............21
▫Using The Panic Alarm: ..................21
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▫To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” ........21
▫Programming Additional Transmitters ........22
▫General Information ....................23
▫Battery Replacement ....................23
䡵Security Alarm System — If Equipped .......24
▫ToSetTheAlarm ......................25
▫To Disarm The System ...................25
▫Security System Manual Override ...........25
䡵Liftgate ..............................26
䡵Power Windows— If Equipped .............27
▫Power Window Switches .................27
▫Auto Down ..........................28
▫Window Lockout Switch .................28
䡵Occupant Restraints .....................28
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................29
▫Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....33
▫Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder
Belt Operating Instructions ...............34
▫Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................37
▫Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder
System (BeltAlert) ......................37
▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............39
▫Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag ............39
▫Child Restraint ........................54
䡵Engine Break-In Recommendations ..........61
䡵Safety Tips ............................61
▫Exhaust Gas ..........................61
▫Safety Checks You Should
Make Inside The Vehicle .................62
▫Periodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside The Vehicle ................62
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can
be used to order duplicate keys from your dealer. Ask
your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe
place.
Ignition Key Removal
Automatic Transaxle
Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to
the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward,
rotate the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key.
NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place
the lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tempo-
rarily in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key
to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If
a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the
Vehicle Key Ignition Key Positions
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ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is
inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but
the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in
the ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Manual Transaxle—If Equipped
Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the
key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to the LOCK
position, and remove the key.
Locking Doors With The Key
You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn the
key forward. See Section 7 of this manual for door lock
lubrication.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.
NOTE: With the driver’s door open, and the key in the
ignition, both the power door locks and Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) will not function.
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