DODGE CALIBER SRT 2009 1.G Owners Manual

Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio
With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius
Radio............................... 216
▫Operating Instructions — Radio Mode...... 216
▫Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play.................. 222
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files............. 224
▫List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)...... 227
▫Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)...... 227
Satellite Radio — If Equipped
(REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only)..... 228
▫System Activation.................... 228
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID)......... 229
▫Selecting Satellite Mode................ 229▫Satellite Antenna..................... 230
▫Reception Quality.................... 230
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Mode.... 230
▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................ 233
▫Operating Instructions — Video
Entertainment System (VES)™
(If Equipped)........................ 233
KickerHigh Performance Sound System With
Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) –
If Equipped........................... 233
Remote Sound System Controls —
If Equipped........................... 236
▫Radio Operation..................... 236
▫CD Player.......................... 237
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CD/DVD Maintenance.................. 237
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones....... 238
Climate Controls...................... 238▫Climate Controls..................... 238
▫Air Filtration System — If Equipped....... 243
▫Operating Tips...................... 244
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 - Air Outlets 5 - Glove Compartment 9 - Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
2 - Demisters 6 - Beverage Cooler 10 - Passenger Airbag Disable Light
3 - Instrument Cluster 7 - Storage Cubby 11 - Boost Gauge
4 - Radio 8 - Climate Controls
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TURBO BOOST GAUGE
Your vehicle is equipped with a boost gauge that indi-
cates the intake manifold pressure relative to barometric
pressure. The engine management system in your vehicle
intelligently regulates intake manifold pressure based on
environmental (ambient) and engine operating condi-
tions.
Turbo Boost Gauge
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the
pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank.
2. Fuel Door Indicator
This indicates that the Fuel Filler Door is
located on the left side of the vehicle.
3. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem-
perature. Any reading below thered(260 °F /
126.6 °C) area of the gauge shows that the engine
cooling system is operating properly. The gauge pointer
may show a higher than normal temperature when
driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or in heavy
stop-and-go traffic.If the pointer rises to theredmark (260 °F / 126.6 °C), the
instrument cluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stop
the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner
turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal
range. If the pointer remains on theredmark (260 °F /
126.6 °C), turn the engine off immediately and call for
service.
There are steps that you can take to slow down an
impending overheat condition. If your air conditioning is
on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to
the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C
removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature
control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and
the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act
as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
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4. Tachometer
The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine
revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range.
Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to
prevent engine damage.
5. Low Fuel Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.0 gal
(7.8 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until
fuel is added.
6. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should come on when the
ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system light remains on, it means that thevehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho-
rized dealer.
7. Airbag Warning Light
This light turns on and remains on for seven
seconds as a bulb check, when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light is not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the system inspected by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
8. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped
This light will flash rapidly for several seconds when the
alarm system is arming. The light will begin to flash
slowly indicating that the system is armed.
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9. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulb
check. During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat
belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb
check or when driving, if the driver’s seat belt remains
unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate
and the chime will sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints”
in Section 2 for more information.
10. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The
light should turn on momentarily when the engine
is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns
on.Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
11. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap-
proaches red (260°F/126.6°C), this indicator will
illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a
set threshold. Further overheating will cause the tem-
perature gauge to pass red (260°F/126.6°C), the indicator
will continuously flash and a continuous chime will
occur until the engine is allowed to cool.
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If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also,
shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve-
hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for
service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in Section 6
for more information.
12. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
13. Odometer/Trip Odometer
This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has
been driven. Also, the cluster will display, replacing the
odometer/trip odometer, vehicle warning messages such
as: door/gate ajar and gASCAP (loose gas cap) and
Change Oil message.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the instrument
cluster, all warnings including “door”, and “gATE” and OilChange Required will only be displayed in the EVIC display.
For additional information, refer to “Electronic Vehicle In-
formation Center — If Equipped” in Section 3.
Change Oil Message
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Change Oil” message will flash in
the instrument cluster odometer for approximately
12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate
the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which
means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate
dependent upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time
you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To
turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip
Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the oil
change indicator system (after performing the scheduled
maintenance) refer to the following procedure.
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1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.Do not
start the engine.
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three
times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.
14. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator shows that the Speed Control
System is ON.
15. Odometer/Trip Odometer Display Reset Button
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of the two trip odometer settings. Trip A or Trip B
will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in andhold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer
to 0 miles (0 km). The odometer must be in Trip Mode to
reset.
16. 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. Cycle the ignition
key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the
shift lever is placed in the PARK position. The light
should turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine
running your vehicle will usually be drivable, however,
see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If
the light is flashing when the engine is running, imme-
diate service is required and you may experience reduced
performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and
your vehicle may require towing. The light will come on
when the ignition is first turned ON and remain on
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