2006 DODGE CALIBER Owners Manual

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstrument Panel Features...............108
mInstrument ClusterÐBase................109
mInstrument ClusterÐPremium............110
mInstrument Cluster Descriptions...........111
mElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ±
If Equipped
..........................119
NEVIC Functions.......................121
NCompass/Temperature/Audio............121
NAverage Fuel Economy.................122
NDistance To Empty (DTE)...............122
NElapsed Time........................122
NTire Pressure Monitor (TPM).............122NPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................122
mRadio General Information...............127
NRadio Broadcast Signals.................127
NTwo Types Of Signals..................128
NElectrical Disturbances..................128
NAM Reception.......................128
NFM Reception........................128
mElectronic Digital Clock.................128
NClock Setting Procedure.................129
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mSales Code REF Ð AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands
Free Phone Capability
...................129
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......130
NOperation Instructions - CD Mode.........132
NOperation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode.....134
NOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone Ð
If Equipped.........................135
NOperating Instructions - Satellite Radio Ð
If Equipped.........................135
mSales Code RAQ ± AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio
With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone,
And Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES)
Capabilities
..........................136
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......136
NOperation Instructions -
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........140
NLoad/Eject Button
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........141NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............143
NOperation Instructions -
(CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play)..........145
NLoad/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 145
mSales Code RAK ± AM/FM/Cassette/CD (6-Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free
Phone, Video, MP3, And WMA Capabilities
. . 147
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......147
NOperating Instructions Ð Tape Player.......150
NSeek Button.........................151
NFast Forward (FF).....................151
NRewind (RW)........................151
NTape Eject...........................151
NScan Button.........................151
NChanging Tape Direction................151
NMetal Tape Selection...................151
NPinch Roller Release...................151
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NNoise Reduction......................152
NOperation Instructions -
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........152
NLoad/Eject Button
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........153
NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............154
NOperation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 And
WMA Audio Play)....................156
NLoad/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 And
WMA Play).........................156
mSatellite Radio Ð If Equipped.............158
NSystem Activation.....................158
NElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)....................159
NSelecting Satellite Mode In REF, And RAQ,
Radios.............................159
NSelecting a Channel....................160
NStoring And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......160NUsing The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................160
NPTY Button9Scan9.....................160
NPTY Button9Seek9.....................161
NSatellite Antenna......................161
NReception Quality.....................161
mRemote Sound System Controls Ð
If Equipped
..........................161
NRadio Operation......................162
NCD Player..........................162
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance..............163
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones.......163
mClimate Controls......................164
NClimate Controls......................164
NAir Filtration System ± If Equipped........167
NOperating Tips.......................168
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTERÐBASE
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTERÐPREMIUM
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining
in the fuel tank.
2. Fuel Door Reminder
This is a reminder that the Fuel Filler Door is
located on the left side of the vehicle.
3. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant
temperature. Any reading below the red area of
the gauge shows that the engine cooling system
is operating properly. The gauge pointer may show a
higher than normal temperature when driving in hot
weather, up mountain grades, in heavy stop and go
traffic, or when towing a trailer.
If the pointer rises to theH(red) mark, the instrument
cluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stop the vehicle.
Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off untilthe pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on theH(red) mark, turn the engine off
immediately and call for service.
There are steps that you can take to slow down an
impending overheat condition. If your air conditioning is
on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to
the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C
removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature
control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and
the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act
as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
4. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
5. 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.
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6. Low Fuel Light
When the fuel level drops to 2 gallons, the fuel
symbol will light and a single chime will sound.
7. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical
charging system. The light should come on
briefly 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, it means that there is a
problem with the charging system. Obtain SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY.
8. Airbag Light
The light comes on and remains on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light does
not come on during starting, stays on, or
comes on while driving, have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
9. Theft Alarm Light Ð 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.
10. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will come on for about six seconds. A
chime will sound if you have not pulled the
shoulder belt out of the retractor. This is a reminder to
ªbuckle upº. If you do not buckle up, the light will
remain on.
11. Oil Pressure Light
Shows low engine oil pressure. The light will
come on and remain on when the ignition
switch is turned from the OFF to the ON position, and
the light will turn off after the engine is started. If the
bulb does not come on during starting, have the
system checked by an authorized dealer.
If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stop
the vehicle and shut off the engine. DO NOT OPERATE
THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED.
The light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine.
This can be determined using the procedure shown in
Section 7.
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