Back seat DODGE CALIBER 2012 1.G Owner's Manual

To raise the seatback, pull the strap forward and lift the
seatback into its upright position.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback is not securely locked into
position the seat will not provide the proper stability
for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly
latched seat could cause serious injury.
Reclining Rear Seat — If Equipped
For additional comfort, pull the strap forward just
enough to release the seatback latch.
Rear Seats Folded Flat
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Then push the seatback to a reclined position, approxi-
mately 35 degrees maximum, and release the strap.
WARNING!
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under the seat belt,
which could result in serious injury or death.
Reclining Rear Seat Strap
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed
weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the
rear of the vehicle to sway.
•Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of
the seatback. This could impair visibility or be-
come a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or
collision.
•To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The
rear cargo space is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit
in seats and use seat belts.
Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped
When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down
off the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating and
other activities.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch
located on the center portion of the control lever. The
control lever is located on the right side of the steering
column.
Fold-Down Speakers
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Disposal of Used Coolant............... 433
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 430
Inspection .......................... 433
Points to Remember ................ 432,434
Pressure Cap ........................ 432
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 431
Corrosion Protection ..................... 439
Cruise Light ........................... 208
Cupholders ............................ 184
Customer Assistance ..................... 477
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 75
Dealer Service .......................... 417
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 191
Defroster, Windshield ................89,282,288
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 160
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 415
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 155 Dipsticks
Power Steering ...................... 318
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 433
Engine Oil ......................... 421
Door Locks ............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 31
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 166
Downshifting .......................... 304
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .................... 142
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 314
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 315
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 99
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 178
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 324
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 325
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INDEX 489

Liftgate (Sedan).......................... 37
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 190
Light Bulbs .......................... 91,449
Lights .............................. 91,152
Airbag ...................... 69,75,89,203
Alarm ............................ 210
Anti-Lock .......................... 213
Back-Up ........................... 451
Brake Assist Warning .................. 330
Brake Warning ...................... 204
Bulb Replacement .................... 450
Cargo ............................. 185
Center Mounted Stop .................. 454
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............. 152
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 330
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 203
Exterior ............................ 91
Fog ......................... 154,210,450
Headlight Switch ..................... 153 Headlights
......................... 153
High Beam Indicator .................. 214
Instrument Cluster ................... 153
License ............................ 453
Lights On Reminder .................. 154
Low Fuel .......................... 202
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 212
Map Reading ....................... 157
Oil Pressure ........................ 203
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 203
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..........18,210
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction
Indicator) .......................... 212
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 210
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ......... 211
Traction Control ..................... 330
Turn Signal ................. 91,152,155,451
Voltage ............................ 202
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 201
494 INDEX

Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 89
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 91
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 480
Safety Information, Tire ................... 331
Safety Tips ............................. 87
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 88
Satellite Radio Antenna .................242,267
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 460
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 445
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 59
Seat Belts .............................. 89
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ................ 48
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ...... 48
And Pregnant Women .................. 61
Child Restraint ..................... 76,77
Front Seat .......................... 42
Inspection .......................... 89
Pretensioners ........................ 54
Rear Seat ........................... 42 Seat Belts (Sedan)
........................ 39
Seats ................................. 136
Adjustment ......................... 140
Heated ............................ 138
Lumbar Support ..................... 141
Rear Folding ........................ 147
Rear Folding (Sedan) .................. 147
Seatback Release ..................... 142
Tilting ............................ 142
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Oil ......................... 420
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Sentry Key Programming ................... 16
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 16
Service Assistance ....................... 477
Service Contract ......................... 479
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator) .................... 212
Service Manuals ........................ 481
498 INDEX