2006 DODGE CALIBER maintenance schedule

Schedule ªBº
Follow schedule ªBº if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32É F (0É C).
²Stop and go driving.
²Extensive engine idling.
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90É F (32É C).
²Trailer towing.
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
²Off-road or desert operation.
²Heavy Loading
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000 km) or 60 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
SCHEDULE ªBº 285
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Miles 105,000 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months
whichever comes first.X X XXXX
Change Automatic Transaxle (CVT) Fluid and Filter X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid.X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid.X
Rotate tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X X
Inspect brake linings. X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.XX
Inspect and replace make-up air filter, if required.X
Replace make-up air filter.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace, if required. X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at
102,000 miles (170 000 km).X
** This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but not required to maintain the
emissions warranty.
SCHEDULE ªBº 293
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Miles 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)
[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 months. X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 102,000 miles
(170 000 km)X
Inspect brake linings. X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.X
Replace make-up air filter.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
** This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but not required to maintain the
emissions warranty.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
SCHEDULE ªAº 297
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Lumbar Support........................ 71
Maintenance Free Battery................. 251
Maintenance, General.................... 245
Maintenance Procedures.................. 245
Maintenance Schedule................... 282
Schedule ªAº........................ 294
Schedule ªBº........................ 285
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)...................... 114,243
Manual, Service........................ 303
Manual Transaxle.................174,180,264
Downshifting........................ 182
Fluid Level Check..................264,265
Frequency of Fluid Change...........264,265
Lubricant Selection.................264,265
Map/Reading Lights..................... 77
Master Cylinder (Brakes)................. 262
Mirrors............................... 66
Electric Powered....................... 67
Outside............................. 66
Rearview............................ 66
Vanity.............................. 69Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 206
Mopar Parts........................244,302
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 77
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 59
Occupant Classification System (OCS)........ 43
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................ 29
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 211
Odometer............................. 114
Trip ............................. 114,115
Oil, Engine......................245,248,278
Capacity............................ 278
Change Interval...................... 246
Checking........................245,248
Disposal............................ 248
Filter.............................. 248
Materials Added to.................... 248
Recommendation..................247,278
Synthetic........................... 247
Viscosity............................ 247
Oil Pressure Light...................... 112
INDEX 315
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Rear Wiper/Washer..................... 101
Recorder, Event Data..................... 50
Recreational Towing..................... 226
Refrigerant............................ 253
Reminder, Seat Belt...................... 37
Remote Control
Door Locks.......................... 19
Panic Alarm.......................... 21
Security Alarm........................ 24
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan).............. 19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls...... 161
Replacement Bulbs...................... 272
Replacement Keys....................... 12
Replacement Parts...................... 244
Replacement Tires...................... 204
Reporting Safety Defects................. 303
Restraints, Child......................52,57
Restraints, Infant........................ 52
Retractable Cargo Area Cover.............. 98
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack)................ 102
Rotation, Tires......................... 210
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 60Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 61
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 303
Safety Information, Tire.................. 189
Safety Tips............................. 60
Satellite Radio......................... 158
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 161
Schedule, Maintenance................... 282
Seat Belt Maintenance................... 269
Seat Belt Reminder...................... 37
Seat Belts
Adjustable Shoulder Belt................ 34
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 34
And Pregnant Women.................. 38
Child Restraint........................ 52
Front Seat............................ 30
Pretensioners......................... 37
Rear Seat............................ 30
Reminder........................... 112
Untwisting Procedure................... 37
Seat Belts (Sedan)....................... 29
Seats................................. 69
Adjustment.......................... 69
Head Restraints....................... 72
INDEX 317
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