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Dodge 2008 PM Caliber Owner's Manual

Dodge 2008 PM Caliber Owner's Manual (402 pages)

Dodge 2008 PM Caliber Owner Guide

Brand: Dodge | Category: Automobile | Size: 6.68 MB

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

5
- Introduction
  3
  - Table of Contents
    5
- Introduction
  6
- How to Use this Manual
  6
- Warnings and Cautions
  8
- Vehicle Identification Number
  8
- Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
  9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

11
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

75
- Mirrors
  79
- Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) - if Equipped
  82
  - Operation
    84
  - Phone Call Features
    91
  - Uconnect System Features
    94
  - Advanced Phone Connectivity
    99
  - Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect System
    100
  - General Information
    109
- Seats
  109
  - Front Seat Adjustment
    109
  - Manual Seat Height Adjustment - if Equipped
    110
  - Manual Lumbar - if Equipped
    111
  - Driver's Seatback Recline
    111
  - Adjustable Head Restraints
    112
  - Heated Seats - if Equipped
    113
  - Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat
    114
  - Folding Rear Seat
    115
  - Reclining Rear Seat - if Equipped
    116
- To Open and Close the Hood
  117
- Lights
  119
  - Map/Reading Lights
    119
  - Multifunction Control Lever
    119
  - Headlights, Parking Lights and Instrument Panel Lights
    120
  - Lights-On Reminder
    121
  - Fog Lights - if Equipped
    121
  - Turn Signals
    122
  - Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
    123
  - Passing Light
    123
- Daytime Running Lights (DRL) - if Equipped
  123
  - Functionality
    123
- Windshield Wipers and Washers
  124
  - Windshield Washers
    124
  - Mist Feature
    125
  - Windshield Wiper Operation
    126
  - Intermittent Wiper System
    126
  - Adding Washer Fluid
    126
- Tilt Steering Column
  127
- Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
  128
  - To Activate
    128
  - To Set at a Desired Speed
    129
  - To Deactivate
    129
  - To Resume Speed
    129
  - To Vary the Speed Setting
    129
  - Manual Transaxle
    130
  - To Accelerate for Passing
    130
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - if Equipped
  130
- Electronic Brake Control System
  131
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    131
  - Brake Assist System (BAS)
    132
  - Traction Control System (TCS)
    133
  - Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
    133
- Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
  136
  - Programming Homelink
    137
  - Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
    140
  - Using Homelink
    141
  - Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
    141
  - Security
    141
  - Troubleshooting Tips
    142
  - General Information
    142
- Power Sunroof - if Equipped
  143
  - Opening Sunroof - Manual
    144
  - Opening Sunroof - Express Mode
    144
  - Closing Sunroof - Manual
    144
  - Closing Sunroof - Express Mode
    144
  - Pinch Protect Feature
    144
  - Pinch Protect Override
    145
  - Venting Sunroof - Express
    145
  - Sunshade Operation
    145
  - Wind Buffeting
    145
  - Sunroof Maintenance
    146
  - Ignition off Operation
    146
- Electrical Power Outlets
  146
  - Electrical Outlet Use with Engine off
    148
- Console Features
  148
- Cargo Area Features
  149
- Rear Window Features
  154
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer
    154
  - Rear Window Defroster
    155
- Roof Luggage Rack - if Equipped
  155
- Cooled Beverage Storage Bin/Glove Compartment - if Equipped
  156
Understanding Your Instrument Panel

159
- Instrument Panel Features
  163
- Instrument Cluster - Base
  164
- Instrument Cluster - Premium
  165
- Instrument Cluster Descriptions
  166
- Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - if Equipped
  177
  - Oil Change Required
    178
  - EVIC Functions
    179
  - Compass/Temperature/Audio
    180
  - Average Fuel Economy
    180
  - Distance to Empty (DTE)
    181
  - Elapsed Time
    181
  - Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
    181
  - Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
    181
- Setting the Compass Variance and Compass Calibration
  185
  - Compass Variance
    185
  - Compass Calibration
    186
- Radio General Information
  187
  - Radio Broadcast Signals
    187
  - Two Types of Signals
    187
  - Electrical Disturbances
    188
  - AM Reception
    188
  - FM Reception
    188
- Understanding Your Instrument Panel 185
  187
- Electronic Digital Clock
  188
  - Clock Setting Procedure
    189
- Sales Code REF - AM/FM/CD (Single Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio and Hands Free Phone Capability
  189
- Sales Code RAK - Am/Fm/Cassette/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, Video, MP3, and WMA Capabilities
  197
  - Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
    197
  - Operating Instructions - Tape Player
    202
  - Seek Button
    202
  - Fast Forward (FF)
    202
  - Rewind (RW)
    202
  - Tape Eject
    202
  - Scan Button
    203
  - Changing Tape Direction
    203
  - Metal Tape Selection
    203
  - Pinch Roller Release
    203
  - Noise Reduction
    203
  - Operating Instructions - (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
    203
  - Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
    205
  - Notes on Playing MP3 Files
    207
  - Operating Instructions
    209
  - And WMA Audio Play)
    209
  - Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA Play)
    209
- Sales Code REC - AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Navigation System
  212
  - Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio - if Equipped
    212
  - REC Setting the Clock
    212
- Satellite Radio - if Equipped
  215
  - System Activation
    215
  - Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
    215
  - Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK Radios
    216
  - Selecting a Channel
    217
  - Storing and Selecting Preset Channels
    217
  - Using the PTY (Program Type) Button - if Equipped
    217
  - PTY Button Scan
    217
  - PTY Button Seek
    218
  - Satellite Antenna
    218
  - Reception Quality
    218
- Remote Sound System Controls - if Equipped
  219
  - Radio Operation
    219
  - CD Player
    220
- CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
  220
- Climate Controls
  221
  - Air Filtration System - if Equipped
    226
  - Operating Tips
    227
- Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
  221
Starting and Operating

231
- Starting Procedures
  235
  - Manual Transmission
    235
  - Automatic Transmission
    235
  - Normal Starting
    235
  - Extremely Cold Weather (below 20°F or 29°C)
    236
  - If Engine Fails to Start
    236
  - After Starting
    237
- Automatic Transaxle - if Equipped
  237
- Autostick - if Equipped
  241
  - Autostick Operation
    242
  - Autostick General Information
    243
- Manual Transaxle - if Equipped
  244
  - Recommended Shift Speeds
    245
- Starting and Operating 243
  245
  - Downshifting
    245
- All Wheel Drive System - if Equipped
  246
- Parking Brake
  246
- Brake System
  248
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - if Equipped
    249
- Power Steering
  252
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  253
  - Acceleration
    253
  - Traction
    253
- Driving through Water
  254
  - Flowing/Rising Water
    254
  - Shallow Standing Water
    254
- Tire Safety Information
  256
  - Tire Markings
    256
  - Tire Identification Number (TIN)
    259
  - Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
    260
- Tires - General Information
  264
  - Tire Pressure
    264
  - Tire Inflation Pressures
    265
  - Radial Ply Tires
    267
  - Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
    268
  - Limited-Use Spare - if Equipped
    268
  - Tire Spinning
    269
  - Tread Wear Indicators
    270
  - Life of Tire
    270
  - Replacement Tires
    271
  - Alignment and Balance
    272
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - if Equipped
  273
  - Base System - if Equipped
    275
  - Premium System - if Equipped
    277
  - General Information
    281
- Snow Tires
  281
- Tire Chains
  281
- Tire Rotation Recommendations
  282
- Fuel Requirements
  283
  - Gasoline Engines
    283
  - Reformulated Gasoline
    283
  - Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
    284
  - MMT in Gasoline
    284
  - Materials Added to Fuel
    285
  - Fuel System Cautions
    285
  - Carbon Monoxide Warnings
    286
- Adding Fuel
  286
  - Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
    286
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
    288
- Trailer Towing
  289
  - Common Towing Definitions
    289
  - Installing a Trailer Hitch
    292
- Vehicle Loading
  289
  - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
    289
- Trailer Hitch Classification
  292
- Trailer and Tongue Weight
  293
- Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
  293
- Towing Requirements
  295
  - Towing Tips
    300
- Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
  301
  - Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing with All Four Wheels on the Ground)
    301
What to Do in Emergencies

303
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  304
- If Your Engine Overheats
  304
- Automatic Transaxle Overheating
  306
- Jacking and Tire Changing
  306
  - Jack Location
    307
  - Spare Tire Stowage
    307
  - Preparations for Jacking
    307
  - Jacking Instructions
    308
- Jump-Starting Procedures Due to a Low Battery
  312
- Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
  314
- Towing a Disabled Vehicle
  315
  - With Ignition Key
    315
  - Without the Ignition Key
    316
Maintaining Your Vehicle

317
- Engine Compartment - Gasoline Engines
  320
- Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
  321
  - Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
    321
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
  322
- Replacement Parts
  323
- Authorized Dealer Service
  324
- Maintenance Procedures
  324
  - Engine Oil
    324
- Catalytic Converter
  328
- Drive Belt - Check Condition
  328
- Spark Plugs
  328
- Air Cleaner Element (Filter)
  330
- Crankcase Emission Control System
  330
- Fuel Filter
  330
- Maintenance-Free Battery
  331
- Air Conditioner Maintenance
  333
- Front Suspension Ball Joints
  334
- Power Steering - Fluid Check
  334
- Body Lubrication
  335
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  335
- Exhaust System
  336
- Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
  336
- Cooling System
  337
- Fuel System Connections
  342
- Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
  342
- Brake System
  343
- Automatic Transaxle (CVT)
  345
- Manual Transaxle
  346
- Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) - AWD/4WD Models Only
  347
  - Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - AWD/4WD Models Only
    347
  - Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
    348
- Fuses/Integrated Power Module (IPM)
  353
- Bulb Replacement
  357
  - Headlights/Front Parking/Front Turn Signal
    357
  - Fog Lights
    358
  - Tail Lights, Rear Turn Signals and Backup Lights - Replacement
    358
  - License Lights
    360
  - Center High-Mounted Stoplight
    361
- Replacement Bulbs
  357
- Vehicle Storage
  357
- Fluids and Capacities
  362
- Engine
  363
- Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts
  363
- Chassis
  364
If You Need Consumer Assistance

373
- If You Need Assistance
  375
- Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
  375
  - Prepare for the Appointment
    375
  - Prepare a List
    375
  - Be Reasonable with Requests
    375
- Mopar Parts
  378
- Reporting Safety Defects
  378
  - In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
    378
  - In Canada
    379
- Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
  378
- Publication Order Forms
  379
  - Traction Grades
    381
- Department of Transportation Uniform Tire
  381
  - Quality Grades
    381
  - Treadwear
    381

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