2006 DODGE CALIBER tow

Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54000 60,000 66,000
(Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000)
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor-
rect stowage.X X XXXX
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60
months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170
000 km).X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.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
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Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000
(Kilometers) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000)
[Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage.X X XXX
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces-
sary.X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.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 re-
quired.X
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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.
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Drive Belts............................ 249
Driver's Seat Back Tilt.................... 71
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 236
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 67
Electrical Power Outlets................... 93
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 83
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)........... 88
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 119
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 230
Jump Starting........................ 234
Towing............................. 238
Emission Control System Maintenance....243,282
Engine............................... 241
Break-In Recommendations............... 59
Checking Oil Level.................245,248
Cooling............................ 256
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 213
Fuel Requirements.................... 211
Jump Starting........................ 234
Oil .......................245,248,278,279Oil Change Interval................... 246
Oil Filler Cap.....................241,247
Oil Filter............................ 279
Oil Selection......................... 247
Oil Synthetic......................... 247
Overheating......................... 228
Temperature Gauge.................... 111
Event Data Recorder..................... 50
Exhaust Gas Caution.............27,60,213,255
Exhaust System........................ 255
Filler Location Fuel...................... 111
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 251
Engine Fuel......................... 251
Engine Oil.......................248,279
Flashers.............................. 228
Hazard Warning...................... 228
Turn Signal.......................... 274
Flat Tire Stowage....................... 233
Flooded Engine Starting.................. 175
Fluid, Brake........................... 280
Fluid Capacities........................ 278
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Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 228
Head Restraints......................... 72
Headlights............................ 273
Cleaning............................ 268
High Beam........................80,117
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 80
Passing............................. 80
Replacing........................... 273
Switch.............................. 78
Heated Seats........................... 72
Hitches
Trailer Towing....................... 219
Hood Release.......................... 76
Hoses............................... 260
Ignition................................ 9
Key ................................. 9
Wiring System (Spark Plug Wires)......... 249
Ignition Key Removal..................... 9
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................ 11,25
Infant Restraint......................... 52
Information Center, Vehicle............... 119
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 66Instrument Cluster...................109,111
Instrument Panel and Controls............. 108
Instrument Panel Cover.................. 268
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 268
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)........... 269
Interior Appearance Care................. 267
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers).......... 82
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Location.......................... 230
Jack Operation......................230,231
Jacking Instructions..................... 231
Jump Starting......................... 234
Key, Programming....................... 12
Key, Replacement....................... 12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer).................. 11
Key-In Reminder........................ 10
Keyless Entry System (Sedan).............. 19
Keys.................................. 9
Lane Change and Turn Signals.......... 116,274
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 30
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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
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Taillights............................. 274
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant...... 111,229
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............. 56
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 24
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 24
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 99
Tilt Steering Column..................... 82
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 194
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 193
Tire Markings......................... 189
Tire Safety Information................... 189
Tires ...........................61,198,305
Aging (Life of Tires)................... 204
Air Pressure......................... 198
Alignment.......................... 205
Chains............................. 209
Changing........................... 230
Compact Spare....................... 201
Flat Changing........................ 233
General Information................... 198
High Speed......................... 200
Inflation Pressures.................... 199
Jacking............................. 230Life of Tires......................... 204
Load Capacity....................194,195
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 206
Quality Grading...................... 305
Radial............................. 201
Replacement......................... 204
Rotation............................ 210
Safety...........................189,198
Sizes............................... 191
Snow Tires.......................... 209
Spare Tire........................... 230
Spinning............................ 202
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 203
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight............. 221
Towing.............................. 217
Disabled Vehicle...................... 238
Guide.............................. 220
Recreational......................... 226
Weight............................. 220
Traction.............................. 236
Trailer Towing......................... 217
Cooling System Tips................... 226
Hitches............................. 219
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Minimum Requirements................ 222
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 221
Wiring............................. 224
Trailer Towing Guide.................... 220
Trailer Weight......................... 220
Transaxle............................. 176
Automatic...................9,174,176,263
Autostick........................... 179
Manual........................10,174,180
Operation........................... 176
Overdrive........................... 178
Selection of Lubricant.................. 263
Transmission
Range Indicator...................... 113
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................ 23
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................ 22
Transporting Pets........................ 59
Tread Wear Indicators................... 203
Trip Odometer......................... 114
Trip Odometer Reset Button............... 115
Turn Signals......................79,116,274Understanding Your Instrument Panel....... 108
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 305
Unleaded Gasoline...................... 211
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt............. 37
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................ 260
Vanity Mirrors.......................... 69
Variance, Compass...................... 125
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).......... 6
Vehicle Loading.....................195,217
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 6
Vehicle Storage......................... 272
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)......... 24
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 111
Warnings and Cautions.................... 6
Warranty Information.................... 302
Washer, Adding Fluid.................82,102
Washers, Windshield..................... 80
Washing Vehicle........................ 266
Wheel Alignment and Balance............. 205
Wheel and Wheel Trim................... 267
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