oil temperature DODGE CALIBER 2011 1.G User Guide

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light**
- Oil Pressure Warning Light**
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**
- Airbag 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- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction IndicatorLight**
(See page 45 for more information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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• Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it isthe 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. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue each time the vehicle is
restarted as long as the malfunction exists.
• When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a
variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always
check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on
your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the
TPMS to continue to function properly.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels.
TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped
on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result
when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or
style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant
from a can, or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as
damage to the sensors may result.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over andstop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, turn the engine off immediately.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cyclethe ignition 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 service center immediately. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing.
- Airbag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have thevehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
- Transmission Temperature Warning Light
• This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature thatmight occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, you will
experience reduced vehicle performance until the automatic transmission cools
down. If the overheating continues, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle,
with the transmission in NEUTRAL, until the light turns off. Once the light turns
off, you may continue to drive normally.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as gASCAP) appears, tighten the gas cap until a“clicking” sound is heard.
• Press the odometer reset button, located below the tachometer, to turn the message off.
• If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the gas cap, see your authorized service center.
Oil Change Indicator
Message
• If an “oil change” message (shown as CHAngE OIL) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
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, shift transmission into NEUTRAL, but do not
increase engine idle speed.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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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. The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove 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.
• If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature
gauge reads HOT (H), 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 HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the
engine off immediately and call for service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam
from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not
open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a
cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING
• During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on hot days,the automatic transmission oil may become too hot.
• When the transmission overheat warning light
turns on, you will experience
reduced performance until the automatic transmission cools down. Once the
transmission has cooled down and the light turns off, you may continue to drive
normally. If the high speed is maintained, the overheating will continue to occur.
• If the overheating continues, it may become necessary to stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the light turns off.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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Air Conditioning.......... 20,21
Airbag .................. 10
AirbagLight ............... 48
Alarm, Panic ............... 8
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .... 47
Arming Theft System
(Security Alarm) ............. 9
Audio Jack ............... 29
Audio Settings ............. 27
Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC) ................... 21
Automatic Transmission Autostick ............... 20
FluidType .............. 62
Overheating ............. 49
AxleFluid ................ 62
Battery Charging System Light ....... 47
Belts, Seat ................ 9
BrakeFluid ............... 62
Brake System WarningLight ............ 47
Bulb Replacement ........... 68
Calibration, Compass ......... 38
Change Oil Indicator .......... 48
Charging System Light ......... 47
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light) ............. 47
Child Restraint ............. 11
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .... 11
ClimateControl ........... 20,21
Clock Setting ............ 28,30
Compass Calibration .......... 38
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ........... 62
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .... 19
CruiseLight ............... 19
Customer Assistance .......... 69
Defects, Reporting ........... 70
Defroster, Rear Window ........ 20
Defroster, Windshield ......... 20
Dimmer Control ............. 17
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...... 17
Disarming, Theft System ........ 9Driver Cockpit
.............. 4
ECO ................... 38
Electronic Speed Control
(CruiseControl) ............. 19
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) . . 45
Electronic Throttle Control Warning
Light ................... 47
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ................ 37,38
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System .... 24
Engine Compartment ............. 60
Malfunction Indicator
(CheckEngine) ............ 47
Oil Selection ............. 62
Overheating ............. 48
EventDataRecorder .......... 58
Exterior Lights ............. 68
Flash-To-Pass .............. 17
Fluid Capacities ............ 62
Fluids .................. 62
FogLights ................ 17
Folding Front Passenger Seat ..... 14
FoldingRearSeat ........... 15
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ........ 57
Front Heated Seats ........... 15
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ......... 48
Specifications ............
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Fuses .................. 66
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink
®)..40
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ....... 48
Hard Disk Drive ............. 30
Headlights ............... 17 Dimmer Switch ........... 17
HighBeam .............. 17
Heated Seats .............. 15
High Beam/Low Beam Select
(Dimmer) Switch ............ 17
HomeLink
®(Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter ............... 40
Hood Release .............. 59
INDEX
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