engine coolant DODGE CALIBER 2006 1.G User Guide

²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
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Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
²Check the manual transmission fluid level (if
equipped).
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
CAUTION!
Do not check the automatic transaxle fluid. It must
be check by a trained service technician every 15,000
miles and if required only the recommended fluid
be added. Refer to the section ªFluids, Lubricants
And Genuine Partsº for the proper fluid.
284 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Schedule ªBº
Follow schedule ªBº if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32É F (0É C).
²Stop and go driving.
²Extensive engine idling.
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90É F (32É C).
²Trailer towing.
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
²Off-road or desert operation.
²Heavy Loading
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000 km) or 60 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
SCHEDULE ªBº 285
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Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000
(Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3
months whichever comes first.X X XXX
Change Automatic Transaxle (CVT) Fluid and Filter X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage.XXX
Inspect brake linings. X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.X
Replace make-up air filter.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace, if re-
quired.X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, or
102,000 miles (170 000 km) whichever comes first.X
SCHEDULE ªBº 289
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Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000
(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months
whichever comes first.XXXX
Rotate tires. X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60
months.X
292 SCHEDULE ªBº
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Miles 105,000 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months
whichever comes first.X X XXXX
Change Automatic Transaxle (CVT) Fluid and Filter X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid.X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid.X
Rotate tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X X
Inspect brake linings. X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.XX
Inspect and replace make-up air filter, if required.X
Replace make-up air filter.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace, if required. X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at
102,000 miles (170 000 km).X
** This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but not required to maintain the
emissions warranty.
SCHEDULE ªBº 293
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Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54000 60,000 66,000
(Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000)
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor-
rect stowage.X X XXXX
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60
months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170
000 km).X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.X
Replace make-up air filter.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace, if
required.X
SCHEDULE ªAº 295
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Miles 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)
[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 months. X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 102,000 miles
(170 000 km)X
Inspect brake linings. X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.X
Replace make-up air filter.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
** This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but not required to maintain the
emissions warranty.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 186
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 257
Adding Fuel.......................... 214
Adding Washer Fluid..................82,102
Additives, Fuel........................ 212
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 251
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 253
Air Conditioning Controls................ 164
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 168
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 253
Air Conditioning System..............164,253
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 199
Airbag................................ 39
Airbag Deployment...................... 48
Airbag Light......................50,61,112
Airbag Maintenance...................... 50
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Alarm System (Security Alarm)..........24,112
Alignment and Balance.................. 205
All Wheel Drive (AWD).................. 183
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 6
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 161
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........256,278,279Capacities........................... 278
Disposal............................ 258
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)...........86,186
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 24
Appearance Care....................... 265
Automatic Door Locks..................16,17
Automatic Transaxle...........9,174,176,229,263
Fluid Level Check..................... 263
Interlock System....................14,177
Overheating......................... 229
Selection Of Lubricant................. 263
Shifting............................ 177
Special Additives..................... 264
Autostick............................. 179
Ball Joints............................ 254
Battery............................... 251
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 23
Belts, Drive........................... 249
Beverage Cooler........................ 103
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 254
B-Pillar Location....................... 194
Brake Assist System...................... 87
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Brake Fluid........................... 280
Brake, Parking......................... 183
Brake System.......................185,260
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................86,186
Hoses.............................. 261
Master Cylinder...................... 262
Parking............................ 183
Warning Light....................... 117
Brakes............................185,260
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 177
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 59
Bulb Replacement...................272,273
Bulbs, Light........................... 272
Calibration, Compass.................... 127
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...... 278
Capacities, Fluid....................... 278
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 214
Oil (Engine)......................241,247
Car Washes........................... 266
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 213
Cargo Area Cover....................... 98Cargo Area Features..................... 96
Cargo Compartment
Light............................... 96
Luggage Carrier...................... 102
Cargo Light............................ 96
Cargo Load Floor....................... 99
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 99
Carrier, Luggage....................... 102
Catalytic Converter..................... 249
Caution, Exhaust Gas..................... 60
CD (Compact Disc) Player..........129,136,147
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance...... 163
Cellular Phone......................... 163
Center High Mounted Stop Light........... 277
Chains, Tire........................... 209
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 230
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 191
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)............................... 243
Child Restraint......................... 52
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 56
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts......... 55
Child Safety Locks....................... 18
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Child Seat............................. 57
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 211
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 267
Climate Control........................ 164
Clock.......................128,131,137,148
Clutch............................... 262
Clutch Fluid........................... 262
Coin Holder........................... 96
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance........... 163
Compact Spare Tire..................... 201
Compass............................. 127
Compass Calibration.................... 127
Compass Variance...................... 125
Console............................... 96
Contract, Service....................... 302
Coolant (Antifreeze)..................278,279
Cooler, Beverage....................... 103
Cooling System........................ 256
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 257
Coolant Level.....................256,259
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 258
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 256Inspection........................... 259
Points to Remember................258,259
Pressure Cap........................ 258
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 256
Corrosion Protection.................... 265
Crankcase Emission Control System......... 250
Cruise Light........................... 115
Cup Holder............................ 96
Customer Assistance.................... 300
Data Recorder, Event..................... 50
Dealer Service......................... 244
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 102
Defroster, Windshield..................61,165
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................ 82
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 242
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 80
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 258
Engine Oil.......................... 248
Door Locks............................ 14
Door Locks, Automatic................... 16
Downshifting.......................... 182
310 INDEX