airbag DODGE CALIBER 2007 1.G Owner's Manual

WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor position directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt
comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend
over the front of the seat when their back is against the
seat back, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
•Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.
•The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug
as possible.
•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.
•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
WARNING!
If you are required to drive with the deck lid /
liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed,
and the climate control blower switch is set at high
speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

6. Low Fuel Light
When the fuel level drops to 2 gallons, the fuel
symbol will light and a single chime will sound.
7. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical
charging system. The light should come on
briefly 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, it means that there is a
problem with the charging system. Obtain SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY.
8. Airbag Light
The light comes on and remains on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light does
not come on during starting, stays on, or
comes on while driving, have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
9. Theft Alarm 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.
10. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will come on for about six seconds. A
chime will sound if you have not pulled the
shoulder belt out of the retractor. This is a reminder to
“buckle up”. If you do not buckle up, the light will
remain on.
11. Oil Pressure Light
Shows low engine oil pressure. The light will
come on and remain on when the ignition
switch is turned from the OFF to the ON position, and
the light will turn off after the engine is started. If the
bulb does not come on during starting, have the
system checked by an authorized dealer.
If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stop
the vehicle and shut off the engine. DO NOT OPERATE
THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED.
The light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine.
This can be determined using the procedure shown in
Section 7.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 220
Accelerator Pedal....................... 213
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 295
Adding Fuel.......................... 252
Adding Washer Fluid.................108,133
Additives, Fuel........................ 250
Air Cleaner, Engine
(Engine Air Cleaner Filter)................ 288
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 290
Air Conditioning Controls................ 198
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 203
Air Conditioning Refrigerant...........290,291
Air Conditioning System..............198,290
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 234
Airbag................................ 39
Airbag Deployment...................... 49
Airbag Light...................... 52,62,145
Airbag Maintenance...................... 51
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Alarm System (Security Alarm).......... 24,145
Alignment and Balance.................. 240
All Wheel Drive (AWD).................. 217
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 6Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 195
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........294,316,317
Capacities........................... 316
Disposal............................ 296
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).......... 117,220
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 24
Appearance Care....................... 303
Automatic Door Locks.................. 16,17
Automatic Transaxle........... 9,208,210,267,301
Fluid Level Check..................... 301
Interlock System.................... 14,212
Overheating......................... 267
Selection Of Lubricant................. 301
Shifting............................ 212
Special Additives..................... 301
Autostick ............................. 214
BallJoints ............................ 291
Battery ............................... 289
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 23
Belts,Drive ........................... 286
Beverage Cooler........................ 134
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 292
346 INDEX

Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)......... 108
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Location.......................... 268
Jack Operation......................268,269
Jacking Instructions..................... 269
Jump Starting......................... 272
Key, Programming....................... 12
Key, Replacement....................... 12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer).................. 11
Key-In Reminder........................ 10
Keyless Entry System (Sedan).............. 19
Keys.................................. 9
Lane Change and Turn Signals..........149,312
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 29
Latches
Hood.............................. 101
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 248
LifeofTires ........................... 239
Liftgate (Sedan)......................... 26
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............ 132LightBulbs ........................... 310
Lights ............................. 63,102
Airbag ......................... 52,62,145
Back-Up............................ 312
BrakeWarning ....................... 150
Bulb Replacement..................... 311
Cargo .............................. 128
Center Mounted Stop.................. 315
Daytime Running..................... 106
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............. 103
Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) Indicator.................... 119,121
Engine Temperature Warning............ 146
Fog ..........................104,149,311
Headlight Switch..................... 103
Headlights.......................... 103
High Beam Indicator................... 150
Instrument Cluster.................... 103
License............................. 314
Lights On Reminder................... 104
Low Fuel........................... 145
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)...... 148
Map Reading........................ 102
352 INDEX

Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 62
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 62
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 341
Safety Information, Tire.................. 225
SafetyTips ............................. 61
Satellite Radio......................192,193
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 195
Schedule, Maintenance................... 320
Seat Belt Maintenance................... 307
Seat Belt Reminder...................... 37
Seat Belts
Adjustable Shoulder Belt................ 33
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 33
And Pregnant Women.................. 39
Child Restraint........................ 54
Front Seat............................ 29
Pretensioners......................... 37
Rear Seat............................ 29
Reminder........................... 145
Seat Belts (Sedan)....................... 28
Seats................................. 94
Adjustment.......................... 94
Cleaning............................ 305Head Restraints....................... 96
Heated.............................. 97
Lumbar Support....................... 95
Rear Folding......................... 99
Rear Folding (Sedan)................... 99
Seatback Release....................... 96
Tilting.............................. 96
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............... 24
SelectionofOil ........................ 285
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................ 11,25
Sentry Key Programming.................. 12
Service and Maintenance................. 320
Service Assistance...................... 338
ServiceContract ........................ 340
Service Manuals........................ 341
Setting the Clock...........162,164,170,181,192
Settings, Personal....................... 155
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle............ 216
Shoulder Belts.......................... 29
Side Airbag............................ 47
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters)......... 204
Signals, Turn.......................... 312
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 224
356 INDEX

Snow Tires............................ 247
Spare Tire.......................236,237,268
Spark Plugs........................... 286
Specifications
Oil ................................ 285
Speed Control (Cruise Control)..........109,148
Speedometer.......................... 144
Speedometer and Odometer............... 142
Starting .............................. 208
Automatic Transmission................ 208
Engine Fails to Start................... 209
Manual Transmission.................. 208
Starting Procedures..................... 208
Steering
Power...........................223,291
TiltColumn ......................... 108
Wheel Lock.......................... 13
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls........................ 196
Storage.............................. 310
Stuck, Freeing......................... 274
Sun Roof............................. 122
Sun Visor Extension...................... 71Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 39
Synthetic Engine Oil..................... 285
System, Navigation..................... 192
Tachometer........................... 144
Taillights............................. 312
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......144,267
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............. 57
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 24
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 24
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo.................. 130
TiltSteeringColumn .................... 108
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 229
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 228
TireMarkings ......................... 225
TireSafetyInformation ................... 225
Tires ........................... 62,233,342
Aging(LifeofTires) ................... 239
Air Pressure......................... 233
Alignment.......................... 240
Chains............................. 247
Changing........................... 268
Compact Spare....................... 236
INDEX 357
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