2PM491-926-AA Caliber Third Edition User Guide Get the free mobile app for your phone http://gettag.mobi Download a free Vehicle Information App by visiting your application store, Keyword (Dodge), or scanning the Microsoft Tag. To put Microsoft Tags to work for you, use your mobile phone’s browser or App store to download a Microsoft Tag reader, like the free one at www.gettag.mobi. Then follow the directions to scan the code.
If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-423-6343 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Power Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Driver Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 UTILITY INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC . . . . 2 GETTING STARTED Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . Theft Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . Seat Belt . . . . .
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for attentive driving. They can never take the driver's place.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Vehicles Sold In Canada With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore. WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving.
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F. Audio System (non-touch-screen-radio shown) pg. 24 E. Wiper/Washer Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 18 D. Instrument Cluster pg. 6 C. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Button pg. 50 B. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display pg. 50 A. Turn Signal/Lights Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 17 − Hazard Switch − Electronic Stability Control pg. 58 − Heated Seat Switches pg. 15 J. SWITCH PANEL P. Power Windows O. Power Door Locks N. Power Mirrors M. Hood Release pg. 75 L.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** BRAKE - Oil Pressure Warning Light** Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** Air Bag Warning Light** Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light Engine Temperature Warning Light Transmission Temperature Warning Light Seat Belt Reminder Light Brake Warning Light** Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)** Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Lig
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator Vehicle Security Indicator* Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator Speed Control Indicator Park/Headlight ON Indicator Odometer Messages HOTOIL* - Engine Oil is over temperature door - Door Ajar gATE - Liftgate Ajar noFUSE* - Fuse Fault LoW tirE - Low Tire Pressure gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault CHANgE OIL* - Change Engine Oil * If equipped ** Bulb Check with Key On 7
GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate. • All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the UNLOCK button. Refer to Programmable Features in this guide. Panic Alarm • Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.
GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. • Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.
GETTING STARTED WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS • This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system.
GETTING STARTED WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain and/or Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. • Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. • After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately.
GETTING STARTED • Next, extract all the seat belt webbing from the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. • Once you have completed securing the child restraint with the seat belt, secure the top tether strap. The tether strap should be routed over the center top of the head restraint.
GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Power Seats • The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. Manual Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward • Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position. Recliner • Lift the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release at the desired position.
GETTING STARTED Lumbar Support • The lumbar lever is on the outboard side of the seatback. Rotate the lumbar lever downward to increase the lumbar support or upward to decrease the lumbar support as desired. Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat • The front passenger seat can be folded flat. Pull up on the recliner handle, to the full upward position, to fold down the seatback. CAUTION! DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls.
GETTING STARTED WARNING! (Continued) • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision, you could slide under the seat belt and be severely injured or killed. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. REAR SEATS Folding Rear Seatback • To fold each rear seatback, pull the strap forward to move the seatback forward and flat.
GETTING STARTED • If the High-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to Low-level after approximately 30 minutes. The Low-level setting will turn Off automatically after approximately 30 minutes. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS • A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. • Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. • While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on. • Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position to brighten the odometer and radio controls when the parking lights or headlights are on. • Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting. Flash To Pass • Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Washer Operation • Pull the lever toward you and hold for as long as spray is desired. Mist • Pull down on the lever and release when a single wipe is desired. NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be activated in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Cancel • Pull the lever toward you, push the clutch pedal or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the set speed in memory. • Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory. WARNING! • Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. Heated Mirrors • The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation • Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioning (A/C) • If the air conditioning button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically. Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be severely injured or killed.
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ELECTRONICS Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) NOTE: • Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Clock Setting • Press and hold the “TIME” button until the hours blink; turn the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to set the hours.
ELECTRONICS Store Radio Presets • Press the “SET/RND” button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6). • A second station may be added to each push button. Press the “SET/RND” button twice and SET 2 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6). CD/DISC Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through CD tracks. • Hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping. SET/RND Button (Random Play) • Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play.
ELECTRONICS Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC) NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available” if you do not. • Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers.
ELECTRONICS Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands. • Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping. Store Radio Presets • Press the “SET/RND” button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6). • A second station may be added to each push button. Press the “SET/RND” button twice and SET 2 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6). Music Type • Press the “MUSIC TYPE” button to activate this mode.
ELECTRONICS • To select a folder from the list, press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and the radio will begin playing the files contained in that folder. Audio Jack Operation • The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
ELECTRONICS Clock Setting • Press and hold the “TIME” button until the hours blink; turn the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to set the hours. • Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob until the minutes begin to blink; turn the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to set the minutes. • Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to save the time change. • To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. Equalizer, Balance And Fade • Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE will display.
ELECTRONICS CD/DISC Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through CD tracks. • Hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping. LIST Button • Press the “LIST” button to bring up a list of all folders on the CD. Scroll up or down the list by turning the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob. • To select a folder from the list, press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and the radio will begin playing the files contained in that folder.
ELECTRONICS Media Center 430/430N (Sales Code RBZ/RHB) NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available” if you do not. • Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers.
ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu • Press the “AUDIO” hard-key on the right side of the radio. • Use either the arrow soft-keys or the cross-hair on the screen to change Balance and Fade. The “CENTER” soft-key resets the settings. • Touch the “Equalizer” soft-key and use either the arrow soft-keys or the sliders on the screen to adjust BASS, MID, and/or TREBLE.
ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the “RADIO” hard-key on the left side of the faceplate, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key at the top of the screen to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down • Press the “Seek Up” or “Seek Down” soft-keys to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands. Hold either Seek to bypass stations without stopping. Store Radio Presets • Select the radio band by touching either the “AM,” “FM,” or “SAT” soft-key.
ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the “MEDIA” hard key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC,” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touch-Screen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system. Insert a CD/DVD Disc • To insert a disc, press the “LOAD” hard-key. • With the printed side upwards, insert the disc into the disc slot of the radio.
ELECTRONICS • The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Operation • The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) mode gives you access to the audio files on the internal hard disk drive. It functions similar to a CD player, with the exception that the internal HDD can hold more tracks. • It is also possible to import display pictures to the internal hard disk drive.
ELECTRONICS • Select the folders or titles you would like to copy, then touch the “DONE” soft-key to start the copy process. NOTE: The copy progress is shown in the lower left corner of the screen. Copying Pictures To The HDD • Insert either a CD or a USB device containing your pictures in JPEG format. • Press the “MY FILES” hard-key. • Touch the “My Pictures” soft-key to get an overview of the currently stored images, then touch the “Add” soft-key.
ELECTRONICS Cleaning Your Touch-Screen Radio • Do not spray any liquid or caustic chemicals directly on the screen. Use a clean and dry micro fiber lens cleaning cloth in order to clean the touch-screen. • If necessary, use a lint-free cloth dampened with a cleaning solution such as isopropyl alcohol or an isopropyl alcohol and water solution ratio of 50:50. Be sure to follow the solvent manufacturer's precautions and directions.
ELECTRONICS Entering A Destination Address • From the main Navigation menu, touch “Where To?,” then touch “Address.” • Follow the on-screen prompts to enter the address and touch “Go.” Searching Near Another Location • From the main Navigation menu, touch “Where To?,” then touch a destination and then touch “Near.” • Select an option from the available choices. Following Your Route • Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated.
ELECTRONICS NOTE: If the route you are currently taking is the only reasonable option, the device might not calculate a detour. Setting Your Home Location • From the main Navigation menu, touch “Where To?,” then touch “Go Home.” • You may enter your address directly, use your current location as your home address, or choose from recently found locations. Edit Home Location • From the main Navigation menu, touch “Where To?,” then touch “Favorites.
ELECTRONICS Search/Browse • Touch the “magnifying glass” soft-key to search/browse the Sirius XM™ channel listing by Favorites and Categories such as Song, Artist and Channel Name. The Search/Browse also allows you manage your Favorites. Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio Favorites (SAT Favorites) • You can save 50 favorite songs and 50 favorite artists. • Touch the “add favorite” soft-key to add either the song or the artist of the currently playing program to the SAT Favorites list.
ELECTRONICS • You may use the “LIST” soft-key to toggle between: • Favorite Songs. • Favorite Artists. • Currently playing favorites. Replay • While you are in SAT mode, you can replay 44 minutes of the current Sirius XM™ channel (when the channel is changed, this audio buffer is erased). Press the REPLAY button to listen to the stored audio.
ELECTRONICS 1 – Favorites 2 – Forecast 3 – Ski Info 4 – Fuel Prices 5 – Movies 6 – Sports View and store your favorite location, theater and sport teams for quick access. View detailed weather conditions, forecasts and ski/snowboarding conditions at local resorts. View ski and snowboarding conditions at local ski resorts. View detailed price information for fuel stations near your current location. View information on movies that are playing at theaters near your current location.
ELECTRONICS iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL • There are many ways to play music from iPod®/MP3 players or USB devices through your vehicle's sound system. • The remote USB port, located within the glove box, allows you to plug an iPod® into the vehicle's sound system.
ELECTRONICS Uconnect™ Phone • To determine if your vehicle is equipped with Uconnect™ Phone, press the . If your vehicle has this feature, after a couple “Uconnect™ Phone” button seconds you will hear a voice prompt. If not, you will see a message on the radio “Uconnect phone not available”. • The Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications system with Voice Command Capability (see Voice Command section). .
ELECTRONICS Phonebook Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect™ Phone automatically downloads names (text names) and number entries from your mobile phone’s phonebook. Specific Bluetooth® Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. Automatic Transfer is indicated by a green arrow at the bottom of the screen. See Uconnect™ website for supported phones.
ELECTRONICS Mute (Or Unmute) Microphone During Call • During a call, press the “Voice Command” button . • (After the BEEP), say “mute” (or “mute off”). Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle • During a call, press the “Voice Command” button . • (After the BEEP), say “transfer call”. Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pressing the “Phone” button during a normal call.
ELECTRONICS Common Voice Commands (Examples) Main Menu Radio Mode Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio Mode Disc Mode Memo Mode “Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) “System Setup” (to switch to system setup) “Frequency” (to change the frequency) “Next Station” (to select the next station) “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) “Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu) “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) “Channel Numbe
ELECTRONICS • Press the “Voice Command” button started. and after the BEEP, say “SMS” to get . After the NOTE: To access the tutorial, press the “Voice Command” button BEEP, say “tutorial”. Press any hard-key/button or touch the display (Touch-Screen radio) to cancel the tutorial. WARNING! Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use. All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead.
ELECTRONICS • Pressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear the function currently being displayed. • To reset all resettable functions, press and release the EVIC button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently displayed function. Reset ALL will be displayed during this three-second window. Compass Calibration • This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually.
ELECTRONICS Auto Unlock Doors On Exit • To have all of the vehicle doors unlock when any door is opened: • Enter your vehicle and close all the doors. • Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and then back to LOCK four times, ending up in the LOCK position (do not start the engine). • Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. A single chime will indicate that programming is complete.
ELECTRONICS • Erase all channels before you begin programming. To erase the channels, place the ignition switch into the ON/RUN position, then press and hold the two outside HomeLink® buttons (I and III) for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes. NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
ELECTRONICS • Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink® button you want to program and the hand-held transmitter button. • Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indicator light. The Homelink® indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after Homelink® has received the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons after the indicator light changes from slow to rapid. • Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button and observe the indicator light.
ELECTRONICS exceeds approximately 170 Watts, the power inverter may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter manually, unplug the device and plug it in again. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: Do not use a three-prong adaptor. Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. Do not touch with wet hands. Close the lid when not in use.
56 Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note) 2.0L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg) 2.4L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg) 2.0L Auto/Man with Trailer 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,500 lbs (680 kg) 225 lbs (136 kg) Tow Content in Security Group Package (AJB) 2.4L Auto/Man with Trailer 32 sq ft (3.
• Key in ACC OK NOT ALLOWED OK • Transmission in NEUTRAL Manual Transmission OK NOT ALLOWED OK Automatic Transmission NOT ALLOWED • Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with a automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are off the ground. • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. • Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions. • You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. • Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized service center for service if your vehicle overheats. BRAKE - Brake Warning Light • The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the parking brake is applied.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately. - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. • If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS • In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed. NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition: • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location • The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor in the cargo area. Spare Tire Stowage • The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor in the cargo area. Spare Tire Removal • Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. 3. Set the parking brake. 4.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions NOTE: Refer to “Tires — General Information” in “Starting And Operating” in the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information about the spare tire, it's use, and operation. 1. Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the lug wrench and remove the wrench from the jack assembly. 2.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For vehicles equipped with plastic trim, the plastic has been cut away to expose the jacking locations in the body. • Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged. 3. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed. 4.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is free. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the assembly using the means provided. 9. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area, have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible. 10. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure as required. Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice. The correct tightness of each lug nut is 100 ft/lbs (135 N·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station. 5.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • • • • (Continued) • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK. 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories. 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Jump-Starting Procedure NOTE: Remove Air Intake before proceeding with this Jump-Starting procedure. 1.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer. CAUTION! • Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE • If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: • To access the shift lever override, locate and remove the removable plug in the right side of the shift lever housing. • Firmly set the parking brake. • Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position without starting the engine. • Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
72 May be Used with the transmission in NEUTRAL May be Used with the transmission in NEUTRAL NOT Permitted NOT Permitted Recommended Method Recommended Method Recommended Method Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted FWD Without a Key FWD Automatic Transmission With a Key FWD Manual Transmission With a Key AWD Without a Key AWD Automatic Transmission With a Key AWD Manual Transmission With a Key Flatbed Towing (all four wheels suspended OFF the ground) Recommended Method Recommended Method F
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then move the shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE. Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is most effective.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. • Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood opening. • Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time. • Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood. • To close the hood, remove the support rod and place it in the retaining clip, then lower the hood slowly.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant 2.0L, 2.4L MOPAR® Antifreeze/ Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L, API Certified SAE 5W-20 2.4L Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for correct SAE grade. Fuel Selection 2.0L, 2.4L 87 Octane Component Engine Oil Filter 2.0L, 2.4L Spark Plugs 2.0L, 2.
6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 X Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off road, desert operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
80 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 X • Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 104,000 miles (169,000 km) or 60 months whichever comes first. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 104,000 miles (169,000 km) whichever comes first. X Replace the Spark Plugs. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 Months 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 42 Months 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 54 Months 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 66 M
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module (fuses) • The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 Cartridge Fuse 10 15 15 10 15 10 10 Mini-Fuse Amp Red Amp Lt Blue Amp Lt Blue Amp Red Amp Lt Blue Amp Red Amp Red 20 Amp Yellow 10 Amp Red 30 Amp Pink 10 Amp Red 30 Amp Pink 40 Amp Green 30 Amp Pink 25 Amp Natural Description IGN RUN Heat/AC/Compass Sensor ENG ASD Relay Feed 3 Power Sunroof Feed Heated Mirror (If Equipped) ENG ASD Relay Feed 2 IGN RUN Only ORC Feed IGN RUN ORC/OCM Feed Hot Car (No Fuse Required) Heated Seat
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or “blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle.
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: 1–800–423–6343 CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: 1–800–465–2001 (English) Phone: 1–800–387–9983 (French) ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED • To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE NOTE: • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck and Dodge websites. • Click on the "For Owners" tab, select "Owner/Service Manuals", then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE 50 UNITED STATES AND WASHINGTON, D.C.
MOPAR ACCESSORIES AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR® • The following highlights just some of the many Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your Dodge Caliber. • In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factoryapproved.
INDEX Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Airbag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Alarm, Panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . 60 Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Audio Settings . . . . . 26,27,28,30,31,32,36 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Automatic Transmission Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . . . . . . . . HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . 21,22 . . 15 . . 18 . . 52 . . 75 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instrument Cluster Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . . Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .
INDEX Shift Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . 71 Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 SIRIUS Travel Link . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . 19 Starting Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Steering Tilt Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . . 44 Store Radio Presets . . . . . . 27,29,31 Sun Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FAQ (How To?) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GETTING STARTED • How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 11 • How do my heated seats operate? pg. 15 ELECTRONICS • Which radio is in my vehicle? pg. 26, 28, 30, 33 • How do I activate the Audio Jack? pg. 27, 30, 32, 36 • How do I set the clock on my radio? pg. 26, 28, 31, 33 • How do I use the Navigation feature? pg. 39 • How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth® with the UConnect™ Hands-Free Voice Activation System? pg.
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If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-423-6343 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury.
12PM491-926-AA Caliber Third Edition User Guide Get the free mobile app for your phone http://gettag.mobi Download a free Vehicle Information App by visiting your application store, Keyword (Dodge), or scanning the Microsoft Tag. To put Microsoft Tags to work for you, use your mobile phone’s browser or App store to download a Microsoft Tag reader, like the free one at www.gettag.mobi. Then follow the directions to scan the code.
