lock DODGE CALIBER SRT 2008 1.G Manual PDF

WARNING!
Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and
with the engine off to prevent injury from moving
parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do
not overfill. Use only manufacturers recommended
power steering fluid.
If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to ªFluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Partsº for correct fluid types.
Front Suspension Ball Joints
There are two front suspension lower ball joints that are
permanently lubricated. Inspect these ball joints when-
ever under vehicle service is done. Damaged seals and
their corresponding potentially damaged ball joints must
be replaced.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, liftgate and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MopartLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations of salt, waxes or road film
and help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. make sure that
they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to
avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of
contact with petroleum products such as engine oil,
gasoline, etc.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the glass.2. Push the release tab and slide the wiper blade assem-
bly down along the arm. Gently place the wiper arm on
the windshield.
3. Install the new blade assembly onto the wiper arm tip
until it locks in place.
Windshield Washer Reservoir
The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment,
be sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals. Fill
the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not
radiator antifreeze). When refilling the washer fluid
reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth
or towel and wipe clean the wiper blades, this will help
blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
6 10 Amp
RedIOD Sw / Pwr Mir /
Ocm Steering Cntrl
Sdar / Hands Free
Phone
7 30 Amp
GreenIOD Sense1
8 30 Amp
GreenIOD Sense2
9 40 Amp
GreenPower Seats
10 20 Amp
YellowCCN Power Locks
11 15 Amp
Lt BluePower Outlet
12 20 Amp
YellowIgn Run / Acc In-
verterCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
13 20 Amp
YellowPwr run / Acc Outlet
RR
14 10 Amp
RedIOD CCN / Interior
Lighting
15 40 Amp
GreenRAD Fan Relay Bat-
tery Feed
16 15 Amp
Lt. BlueIGN Run / Acc Cigar
Ltr / Sunroof
17 10 Amp
RedIOD Feed Mod-Wcm
18 40 Amp
GreenASD Relay Contact
PWR Feed
19 20 Amp
YellowPWR Amp 1 & Amp
2 Feed
20 15 Amp
Lt. BlueIOD Feed Radio
324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Fog Lights
1. Access lamp through the lower fascia cutout.
2. Rotate bulb and connector 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
3. Pull bulb off of connector.
Tail Lights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights
Ð Replacement
1. Remove the two push-pins from the tail light housing.
Fog Light and Connector
Removing Push-Pins
328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

License Lights
1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the
snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate.2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
Prying Lamp from Liftgate
Removing Socket from Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 231
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 311
Adding Fuel........................... 268
Adding Washer Fluid.................. 118,147
Additives, Fuel......................... 266
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 302
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 304
Air Conditioning Controls................. 213
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 218
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............304,305
Air Conditioning System................213,304
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 247
Airbag................................ 44
Airbag Deployment....................... 52
Airbag Light.......................54,66,158
Airbag Maintenance....................... 53
Airbag, Side............................ 50
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 45
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............28,158Alignment and Balance................... 253
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 208
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........310,333,334
Capacities........................... 333
Disposal............................ 312
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............128,231
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 28
Appearance Care........................ 318
Automatic Door Locks...................19,20
Ball Joints............................. 306
Battery............................... 302
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 27
Belts, Drive............................ 299
Beverage Cooler........................ 148
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 306
B-Pillar Location........................ 242
Brake Assist System...................... 130
356 INDEX

Brake Control System, Electronic............. 129
Brake Fluid............................ 335
Brake, Parking.......................... 228
Brake System........................230,315
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................128,231
Hoses.............................. 315
Master Cylinder....................... 316
Parking............................. 228
Warning Light........................ 161
Brakes.............................230,315
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 65
Bulb Replacement....................... 327
Bulbs, Light............................ 327
Calibration, Compass..................... 178
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 333
Capacities, Fluid........................ 333
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 268Oil (Engine).......................291,298
Car Washes............................ 319
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 267
Cargo Area Cover....................... 143
Cargo Area Features...................... 141
Cargo Compartment
Light............................... 141
Luggage Carrier....................... 148
Cargo Light............................ 141
Cargo Load Floor........................ 144
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 144
Carrier, Luggage........................ 148
Catalytic Converter...................... 300
Caution, Exhaust Gas...................... 65
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............181,188
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 211
Cellular Phone........................76,211
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 332
Chains, Tire............................ 253
INDEX 357
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Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 239
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)................................ 293
Child Restraint.......................... 56
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 60
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts........... 59
Child Safety Locks........................ 21
Child Seat.............................. 63
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 264
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 320
Climate Control......................... 213
Clock........................180,183,190,203
Clutch............................... 316
Clutch Fluid........................... 316
Coin Holder........................... 140
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 211
Compass.............................. 178
Compass Calibration..................... 178Compass Variance....................... 176
Console.............................. 140
Contract, Service........................ 349
Cool Down, Turbo....................... 226
Coolant (Antifreeze)...................333,334
Cooler, Beverage........................ 148
Cooling System......................... 309
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 311
Coolant Level......................309,312
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 312
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 309
Inspection........................... 312
Points to Remember................. 311,313
Pressure Cap......................... 311
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)........... 310
Corrosion Protection..................... 318
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 301
Cruise Light........................... 160
Cup Holder............................ 140
358 INDEX

Customer Assistance..................... 347
Data Recorder, Event...................... 54
Dealer Service.......................... 295
Defroster, Rear Window................... 147
Defroster, Windshield...................66,214
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 117
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 292
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 114
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 312
Engine Oil........................... 299
Door Locks............................. 17
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 19
Door Opener, Garage..................... 122
Downshifting.......................... 227
Drive Belts............................ 299
Driver's Seat Back Tilt.................... 105Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 234
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water................................ 235
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 74
Electrical Power Outlets................... 138
Electronic Brake Control System............. 129
Brake Assist System.................... 130
Electronic Stability Program............... 131
Traction Control System................. 129
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)....... 119
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 131
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 166
Emergency, In Case of
Jump Starting......................... 284
Towing............................. 287
Emission Control System Maintenance......293,338
Engine.............................65,291
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Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 158
Traction Control....................... 131
Turn Signal.................. 111,114,162,328
Voltage............................. 158
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 157
Loading Vehicle......................... 270
Tires ............................... 242
Locks
Child Protection........................ 21
Door................................ 17
Power Door........................... 18
Steering Wheel......................... 16
Lubrication, Body....................... 306
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 148
Lumbar Support........................ 105
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 302
Maintenance, General..................... 296
Maintenance Procedures................... 296Maintenance Schedule.................... 338
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 164,293
Manual, Service......................... 352
Manual Transaxle..................224,226,317
Downshifting......................... 227
Fluid Level Check...................... 318
Frequency of Fluid Change............... 318
Lubricant Selection..................... 317
Map/Reading Lights..................... 110
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 316
Methanol............................. 265
Mirrors................................ 73
Electric Powered....................... 74
Outside.............................. 73
Rearview............................. 73
Vanity............................... 76
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 255
Mopar Parts.........................295,350
364 INDEX