airbag DODGE CALIBER SRT 2009 1.G Owner's Manual

WARNING!
If you are required to drive with the deck lid/liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for six to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while
driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 - Air Outlets 5 - Glove Compartment 9 - Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
2 - Demisters 6 - Beverage Cooler 10 - Passenger Airbag Disable Light
3 - Instrument Cluster 7 - Storage Cubby 11 - Boost Gauge
4 - Radio 8 - Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161
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4. Tachometer
The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine
revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range.
Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to
prevent engine damage.
5. Low Fuel Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.0 gal
(7.8 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until
fuel is added.
6. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should come on when the
ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system light remains on, it means that thevehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho-
rized dealer.
7. Airbag Warning Light
This light turns on and remains on for seven
seconds as a bulb check, when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light is not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the system inspected by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
8. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped
This light will flash rapidly for several seconds when the
alarm system is arming. The light will begin to flash
slowly indicating that the system is armed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 261
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 341
Adding Fuel........................... 301
Additives, Fuel......................... 299
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 332
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 335
Air Conditioning Controls................. 238
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 244
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 335
Air Conditioning System................238,335
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 280
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment....................... 56
Airbag Light.......................58,71,165
Airbag Maintenance....................... 58
Airbag, Side............................ 55
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 49
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............19,165
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 230
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........340,359,360
Capacities........................... 359
Disposal............................ 343
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 261
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 173
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 19
Appearance Care........................ 347
Assistance Towing........................ 96
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 78
Automatic Door Locks...................28,29
Automatic Transaxle...................... 12
Battery............................... 333
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 26
Beverage Cooler........................ 154
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 336
B-Pillar Location........................ 275
Brake Assist System...................... 264
392 INDEX

Lead Free Gasoline...................... 296
Life of Tires............................ 284
Liftgate (Sedan).......................... 34
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 152
Light Bulbs............................ 355
Lights..............................72,122
Airbag..........................58,71,165
Anti-Lock........................... 173
Back-Up............................. 357
Brake Warning........................ 169
Bulb Replacement...................... 356
Cargo .............................. 147
Center Mounted Stop................... 358
Daytime Running...................... 127
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 122
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator...........................266,269
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 166
Fog ..........................124,171,356Headlight Switch...................... 123
Headlights........................... 123
High Beam Indicator.................... 174
Instrument Cluster..................... 123
License............................. 357
Lights On Reminder.................... 124
Low Fuel............................ 165
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 173
Map Reading......................... 126
Oil Pressure.......................... 166
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 166
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 20
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 165
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........... 171
Traction Control....................... 266
Turn Signal.....................122,124,357
Voltage............................. 165
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 164
INDEX 399
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Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 386
Safety Information, Tire................... 270
Safety Tips............................. 70
Satellite Radio.......................... 228
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 230
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 364
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 351
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 46
Seat Belts
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.................. 41
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 41
And Pregnant Women................... 47
Child Restraint......................... 61
Front Seat............................ 36
Pretensioners.......................... 45
Rear Seat............................. 36
Seat Belts (Sedan)........................ 35
Seats................................. 114
Adjustment.......................... 114Head Restraints....................... 118
Heated.............................. 117
Lumbar Support....................... 116
Rear Folding......................... 119
Rear Folding (Sedan).................... 119
Seatback Release....................... 116
Tilting.............................. 116
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 19
Selection of Oil......................... 330
Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................16,20
Sentry Key Programming................... 18
Sentry Key Replacement................... 17
Service Assistance....................... 383
Service Contract......................... 385
Service Manuals........................ 387
Setting the Clock.............187,190,204,208,217
Settings, Personal........................ 181
Shoulder Belts........................... 36
Side Airbag............................. 55
INDEX 403
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Side Window Demisters (Defrosters).......... 246
Signals, Turn........................170,357
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 254
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 285
Snow Tires............................ 286
Sound System
Kicker.............................. 233
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........131,168
Speedometer........................... 167
Speedometer and Odometer................ 163
Starting............................... 250
Engine Fails to Start.................... 251
Starting Procedures...................... 250
Steering
Power...........................257,258
Tilt Column.......................... 130
Wheel Lock........................... 15
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 236Storage............................... 355
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 319
Sun Roof.............................. 140
Sun Visor Extension....................... 81
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 48
Tachometer............................ 165
Taillights.............................. 357
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......164,307
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 65
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 19
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 19
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 150
Tilt Steering Column..................... 130
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 275
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 274
Tire Markings.......................... 270
Tire Safety Information.................... 270
TIREFIT.............................. 308
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Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 168
Turbo Cool Down....................... 252
Turn Signals......................124,170,357
UConnect(Hands-Free Phone).............. 81
Understanding Your Instrument Panel......... 161
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 389
Universal Transmitter..................... 134
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 296
Vanity Mirrors........................... 81
Variance, Compass....................... 185
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading......................... 275
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 355
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 19
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 109
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description)... 164
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6Warranty Information..................... 386
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 337
Washers, Windshield..................... 128
Washing Vehicle......................... 348
Water
Driving Through...................... 255
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 349
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 349
Wind Buffeting......................... 143
Window Airbag (Side Curtain)............... 49
Window Fogging........................ 245
Windows.............................. 32
Power............................... 32
Windshield Washers................127,128,337
Fluid............................... 337
Windshield Wipers....................127,336
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 128
406 INDEX