ABS DODGE CALIBER 2008 1.G User Guide

When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you
may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some
related motor noises. These noises are the system per-
forming its self-check cycle to ensure that the ABS
working properly. This self-check occurs each time the
vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h).
ABS is activated during braking under certain road or
stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in-
clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose
debris, or panic stops.
You may also experience the following when the brake
system goes into Anti-Lock mode:
•the ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a
short time after the stop)
•the clicking sound of solenoid valves
•brake pedal pulsations
•a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end
of the stop
These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
WARNING!
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains sophis-
ticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible
to interference caused by improperly installed or
high output radio transmitting equipment. This in-
terference can cause possible loss of Anti-Lock brak-
ing capability. Installation of such equipment should
be performed by qualified professionals.
All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and
type and tires must be properly inflated to produce
accurate signals for the computer.
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TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
TIRE MARKINGS
NOTE:
•P (Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design
standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded
into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex-
ample: P215/65R15 95H.
•European Metric tire sizing is based on European
design standards. Tires designed to this standard have
the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with
the section width. The letterPis absent from this tire
size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H.
•LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.
design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric
tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the
letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced-
ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16.
•Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact
spares designed for temporary emergency use only.
Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T”
molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-
tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
•High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design
standards, and it begins with the tire diameter molded
into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT.
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EXAMPLE:
Service Description:
95= Load Index
— A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry
H= Speed Symbol
— A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load correspond-
ing to its load index under certain operating conditions
— The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved un-
der specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions,
and posted speed limits)
Load Identification:
....blank....= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) Tire
Extra Load (XL)= Extra load (or reinforced) tire
Light Load= Light load tire
C, D, E= Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure
Maximum Load— Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry
Maximum Pressure—
Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
18 40 Amp
GreenASD Relay Contact
PWR Feed
19 20 Amp
YellowPWR Amp 1 & Amp
2 Feed
20 15 Amp
Lt BlueIOD Feed Radio
21 10 Amp
RedIOD Feed Intrus
Mod/Siren
22 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN Heat/AC/
Compass Sensor
23 15 Amp
Lt BlueENG ASD Relay Feed
3
24 15 Amp
Lt BluePower Sunroof Feed
25 10 Amp
RedHeated MirrorCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
26 15 Amp
Lt BlueENG ASD Relay Feed
2
27 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN Only ORC
Feed
28 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN ORC/OCM
Feed
29 Hot Car (No Fuse Re-
quired)
30 20 Amp
YellowHeated Seats
31 10 Amp
RedHeadlamp Washer
Relay Control
32 30 Amp
PinkENG ASD Control
Feed 1
33 10 Amp
RedABS MOD/J1962
Conn/PCM
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
34 30 Amp
PinkABS Valve Feed
35 40 Amp
GreenABS Pump Feed
36 30 Amp
PinkHeadlamp/Washer
Control/Smart Glass
37 25 Amp
Natural110 InverterCAUTION!
•When installing the IPM cover, it is important to
ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully
latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get
into the IPM, and possibly result in an electrical
system failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
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Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-
cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer
Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter
(TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for your
vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-
pected repairs after your manufacturer’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be-
hind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you
purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will
receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card
in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery
date. If you have any questions about your servicecontract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na-
tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a
service contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service
Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-
er’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer
to your contract documents, and contact the person listed
in those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your vehicle. Your authorized
dealer has also made a major investment in facilities,
tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely
delighted with your ownership experience. You’ll be
pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty
issues or related concerns.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 247
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 337
Adding Fuel........................... 284
Adding Washer Fluid..................124,153
Additives, Fuel......................... 283
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 328
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 331
Air Conditioning Controls................. 219
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 225
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............331,332
Air Conditioning System................219,331
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 263
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment....................... 55
Airbag Light....................... 57,70,165
Airbag Maintenance....................... 57
Airbag, Side............................ 54
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 49
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............ 19,165Alignment and Balance................... 270
All Wheel Drive (AWD)................... 244
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 216
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........336,360,361
Capacities........................... 360
Disposal............................ 338
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............128,247
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 19
Appearance Care........................ 346
Assistance Towing........................ 93
Automatic Door Locks................... 28,29
Automatic Transaxle........... 13,233,235,304,343
Fluid Level Check...................... 344
Interlock System....................... 237
Overheating.......................... 304
Selection Of Lubricant................... 343
Shifting ............................. 237
Special Additives...................... 344
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Autostick............................. 239
BallJoints ............................. 332
Battery............................... 329
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Belts,Drive ............................ 326
Beverage Cooler........................ 154
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 333
B-Pillar Location........................ 258
Brake Assist System...................... 130
Brake Fluid............................ 362
Brake, Parking.......................... 244
Brake System........................246,341
Anti-Lock (ABS).................128,129,247
Hoses.............................. 341
Master Cylinder....................... 342
Parking............................. 244
Warning Light........................ 172
Brakes.............................246,341Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 237
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 69
Bulb Replacement....................... 355
Bulbs,Light ............................ 355
Calibration, Compass..................... 184
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 360
Capacities, Fluid........................ 360
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 284
Oil (Engine).......................318,324
Car Washes............................ 347
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 284
Cargo Area Cover....................... 149
Cargo Area Features...................... 147
Cargo Compartment
Light ............................... 147
Luggage Carrier....................... 153
CargoLight ............................ 147
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