tire pressure DODGE CALIBER SRT 2009 1.G Owner's Guide

TIREFIT Kit Components & Operation
1. Sealant Bottle
2. Pressure Gauge
3. Air Pump Power Button
4. Mode Select Knob5. Power Plug & Cable
6. Air Pump Hose (Black)
7. Sealant Hose (Clear with Yellow Cap)
8. Accessory Storage Compartment
Using the Mode Select Knob & Hoses
Selecting Air Mode
Turn the Mode Select knob (4) to this position
for air pump operation only. Use the Black Air
Pump Hose (6) when selecting this mode.
Selecting Sealant/Air Mode
Turn the Mode Select knob (4) to this position
to inject the TIREFIT Sealant and to inflate the
tire. Use the Sealant Hose (Clear hose with the
Yellow Cap) (7) when selecting this mode.
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(D) After Injecting TIREFIT Sealant:
1. Allow the air pump to inflate the tire to the pressure
indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver-side
latch pillar. Check the pressure in the tire by looking at
the Pressure Gauge (2).
•If the tire inflates to at least 26 psi (1.8 bar) within
15 minutes, proceed to Step 2 of this procedure.
•If tire fails to inflate to 26 psi (1.8 bar) within
15 minutes, perform the procedure steps described
under “(G) Distributing TIREFIT Sealant to Better
Enable Tire Inflation.”
2. Press the Air Pump Power Button (3) to
turn OFF the TIREFIT kit.3. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the
Sealant Bottle (1) and place the sticker on the steering
wheel.
4. Disconnect the Clear Sealant Hose (7) from the valve
stem, reinstall the Yellow Cap on the fitting at the end of
the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Failure to reinstall the Yellow Cap on the fitting at
the end of the Clear Sealant Hose (7) can result in
sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the vehi-
cle’s interior. It can also result in sealant contacting
internal TIREFIT kit components causing permanent
damage to the kit.
(E) Securing TIREFIT Sealant in the Tire
Drive the vehicle for approximately 5 miles (8 km) to
ensure distribution of the TIREFIT Sealant within the tire.
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WARNING!
TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the
tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using
TIREFIT. Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until
having the tire repaired or replaced. Failure to follow
this warning can result in injuries that are serious or
fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
(F) After Securing TIREFIT Sealant in the Tire:
1. Turn the Mode Select knob (4) to the Air
Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Black Air Pump Hose (6) and connect it to
the valve stem.
3. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure
Gauge (2).
•If the pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 bar), the tire is
too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the
vehicle further. Call for assistance.
•If the pressure is equal to or greater than 19 psi
(1.3 bar), but less than the level indicated on the tire
pressure label, proceed to Step 4 of this procedure.
•If the pressure is at the level indicated on the tire
pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar, proceed
to Step 5 of this procedure.
4. Inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire
pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar.
5. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem and
then reinstall the cap on the valve stem.
6. Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the
vehicle.
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front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-
VERSE and 1st gear. Usually the least accelerator pedal
pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spin-
ning the wheels is most effective.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause axle, tire
damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure
someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster
than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds
continuously without stopping when you are stuck.
And don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no
matter what the speed.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transaxle overheating and failure. It can
also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above
30 mph (48 km/h). Do not spin the wheels continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
With Ignition Key
Automatic Transaxle
•
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles can be towed with
the front wheels elevated or on a flatbed truck (all four
wheels off the ground).
•All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles must be towed on a
flatbed truck (all four wheels off the ground).
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WARNING! (Continued)
•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 is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every
12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or
rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a
considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a
reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough
rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly
dispose of the old engine coolant (antifreeze) solution.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the
proper maintenance intervals.
Selection Of Coolant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool-
ant (antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type.
340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once a Month
•Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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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
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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
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Loading Vehicle
Tires ............................... 275
Locks
Child Protection........................ 30
Door................................ 27
Power Door........................... 28
Steering Wheel......................... 15
Lubrication, Body....................... 336
Lumbar Support........................ 116
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 333
Maintenance, General..................... 329
Maintenance Procedures................... 329
Maintenance Schedule.................... 364
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 173,327
Manual, Service......................... 387
Manual Transaxle.....................252,346
Downshifting......................... 253
Fluid Level Check...................... 346Frequency of Fluid Change............... 347
Lubricant Selection..................... 346
Map/Reading Lights..................... 126
Methanol............................. 297
Mirrors................................ 77
Automatic Dimming..................... 78
Electric Powered....................... 79
Outside.............................. 78
Rearview............................. 77
Vanity............................... 81
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 287
Mopar Parts.........................328,386
MTBE/ETBE........................... 297
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 122
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 69
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................. 35
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Tires ............................72,279,389
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 284
Air Pressure.......................... 279
Chains.............................. 285
General Information.................... 279
High Speed.......................... 281
Inflation Pressures..................... 280
Life of Tires.......................... 284
Load Capacity........................ 275
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 287
Pressure Warning Light.................. 171
Quality Grading....................... 389
Radial.............................. 282
Replacement......................... 284
Rotation............................. 286
Safety...........................270,279
Sizes............................... 272
Snow Tires........................... 286
Spinning............................ 282Tread Wear Indicators................... 283
Towing............................... 303
24-Hour Towing Assistance................ 96
Disabled Vehicle....................... 320
Recreational.......................... 303
Towing Assistance........................ 96
Trailer Towing.......................... 303
Transaxle
Automatic............................ 12
Manual...........................14,252
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 26
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink) ........................... 134
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transporting Pets........................ 69
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 283
Trip Odometer.......................... 167
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