engine overheat DODGE CALIBER SRT 2009 1.G User Guide

WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust
system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas
where your exhaust system can contact anything that
can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune up to manufacturers specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected for prolonged period.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
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WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on
the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre-
caution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze)
when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or
remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat
causes pressure to build up in the cooling system.
To prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposalrules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol based
engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it
to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a
child, contact a physician immediately. Clean up any
ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the engine coolant (antifreeze) level is
adequate. With the engine idling and warm to normal
operating temperature, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the “ADD”
and “FULL” lines, shown on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool-
ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the
engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant
bottle need only be checked once a month.
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Oil Filter............................ 360
Oil Selection.......................... 330
Overheating.......................... 306
Temperature Gauge..................... 164
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 57
Ethanol............................... 297
Event Data Recorder...................... 58
Exhaust Gas Caution............35,70,300,337,338
Exhaust System......................... 337
Filler Location Fuel...................... 164
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 332
Engine Oil........................332,360
Flashers.............................. 306
Hazard Warning....................... 306
Turn Signal........................170,357
Flooded Engine Starting................... 251
Fluid, Brake........................... 361Fluid Capacities......................... 359
Fluid Leaks............................. 72
Fluid Level Checks
Brake............................... 345
Power Steering........................ 258
Fluids................................ 360
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 360
Fog Lights.......................124,171,356
Folding Rear Seat........................ 119
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan).................. 119
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 319
Front Position Light...................... 356
Fuel..............................296,360
Adding............................. 301
Additives............................ 299
Capacity............................ 359
Clean Air............................ 297
Ethanol............................. 297
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................164,301
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Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 296
Odometer............................. 167
Trip .............................167,168
Oil Change Indicator..................167,184
Oil, Engine.........................329,359
Capacity............................ 359
Change Interval....................... 330
Checking............................ 329
Disposal............................ 332
Filter............................... 332
Materials Added to..................... 332
Recommendation...................330,359
Viscosity............................ 331
Onboard Diagnostic System..............326,327
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 134
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 4
Outside Air Intake....................... 245
Overheating, Engine...................... 306
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).........4,387Paint Care............................. 347
Panic Alarm............................ 24
Parking Brake.......................... 259
Passing Light........................... 126
Personal Settings........................ 181
Pets.................................. 69
Phone, Cellular.......................... 81
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect) .............. 81
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 275
Power
Door Locks........................... 28
Mirrors.............................. 79
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 144
Steering..........................257,258
Sunroof............................. 140
Windows............................. 32
Power Steering Fluid..................... 361
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 47
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