2007 DODGE CALIBER ABS

WARNING!
•Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu-
ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor
can it increase braking or steering efficiency be-
yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle
brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
•The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including
those resulting from excessive speed in turns,
following another vehicle too closely, or hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver
can prevent accidents.
•The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety
or the safety of others.
The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake
System. The light will come on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position
and may stay on for as long as four seconds.If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, it
indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system
is not functioning and that service is required. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock
brakes. If the ABS light does not come on when the
Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the
bulb repaired as soon as possible.
If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Light
remain on, the Anti-Lock brakes (ABS) and Electronic
Brake Force Distribution (EBD) systems are not function-
ing. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.
When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you
may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some
related motor noises. These noises are the system per-
forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system
is working properly. This self check occurs each time the
vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h).
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ABS is activated during braking under certain road or
stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in-
clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose
debris, or panic stops.
You also may experience the following when the brake
system goes into Anti-lock:
•The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a
short time after the stop),
•the clicking sound of solenoid valves,
•brake pedal pulsations,
•and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the
end of the stop.
These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
WARNING!
The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated
electronic equipment that may be susceptible to
interference caused by improperly installed or high
output radio transmitting equipment. This interfer-
ence can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking
capability. Installation of such equipment should be
performed by qualified professionals.
All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and
type and tires must be properly inflated to produce
accurate signals for the computer.
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TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
Tire Markings
NOTE:
•
P (Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design
standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded
into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex-
ample: P215/65R15 95H.
•European Metric tire sizing is based on European
design standards. Tires designed to this standard have
the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with
the section width. The letterPis absent from this tire
size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H
•LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.
design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric
tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the
letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced-
ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16.
•Temporary Spare tires are high-pressure compact
spares designed for temporary emergency use only.
Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T”
molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-
tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
•High Flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design
standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded
into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT.
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EXAMPLE:
Service Description:
95= Load Index
—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.
H= Speed Symbol
—A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding
to its load index under certain operating conditions.
—The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved un-
der specified operating conditions (i.e. tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and
posted speed limits).
Load Identification:
....blank....= Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) Tire
Extra Load (XL)= Extra Load (or Reinforced) Tire
Light Load= Light Load Tire
C,D,E= Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure
Maximum Load— Maximum Load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry.
Maximum Pressure— Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this
tire.
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
20 15 Amp
Lt. BlueIOD Feed Radio
21 10 Amp
RedIOD Feed Intrus
Mod/Siren
22 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN Heat/AC/
Compass Sensor
23 15 Amp
Lt. BlueENG ASD Relay Feed
3
24 15 Amp
Lt. BluePower Sunroof Feed
25 10 Amp
RedHeated Mirror
26 15 Amp
Lt. BlueENG ASD Relay Feed
2
27 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN Only ORC
Feed
28 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN ORC/OCM
Feed
29 Hot Car (No Fuse Re-
quired)Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
30 20 Amp
YellowHeated Seats
31 10 Amp
RedHeadlamp Washer
Relay Control
32 30 Amp
PinkENG ASD Control
Feed 1
33 10 Amp
RedABS MOD/J1962
Conn/PCM
34 30 Amp
PinkABS Valve Feed
35 40 Amp
GreenABS Pump Feed
36 30 Amp
PinkHeadlamp /Washer
Control / Smart Glass
37 25 Amp
Natural110 Inverter
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Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for your
vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-
pected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle
limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be-
hind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you
purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will
receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card
in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery
date. If you have any questions about your service
contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na-
tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a
service contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service
Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-
er’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to
your contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has
also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
your ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to
this vehicle.
MOPARPARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from your dealer. They will help you keep your
vehicle operating at its best.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 220
Accelerator Pedal....................... 213
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 295
Adding Fuel.......................... 252
Adding Washer Fluid.................108,133
Additives, Fuel........................ 250
Air Cleaner, Engine
(Engine Air Cleaner Filter)................ 288
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 290
Air Conditioning Controls................ 198
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 203
Air Conditioning Refrigerant...........290,291
Air Conditioning System..............198,290
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 234
Airbag................................ 39
Airbag Deployment...................... 49
Airbag Light...................... 52,62,145
Airbag Maintenance...................... 51
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Alarm System (Security Alarm).......... 24,145
Alignment and Balance.................. 240
All Wheel Drive (AWD).................. 217
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 6Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 195
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........294,316,317
Capacities........................... 316
Disposal............................ 296
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).......... 117,220
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 24
Appearance Care....................... 303
Automatic Door Locks.................. 16,17
Automatic Transaxle........... 9,208,210,267,301
Fluid Level Check..................... 301
Interlock System.................... 14,212
Overheating......................... 267
Selection Of Lubricant................. 301
Shifting............................ 212
Special Additives..................... 301
Autostick ............................. 214
BallJoints ............................ 291
Battery ............................... 289
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 23
Belts,Drive ........................... 286
Beverage Cooler........................ 134
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 292
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B-Pillar Location....................... 229
Brake Assist System..................... 118
Brake Control System, Electronic........... 118
BrakeFluid ........................... 318
Brake, Parking......................... 218
Brake System.......................219,298
Anti-Lock (ABS)................... 117,220
Hoses.............................. 299
Master Cylinder...................... 300
Parking............................ 218
Warning Light....................... 150
Brakes............................219,298
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 211
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 61
Bulb Replacement....................310,311
Bulbs,Light ........................... 310
Calibration, Compass.................... 160
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...... 316
Capacities, Fluid....................... 316
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 252
Oil (Engine)......................279,285Car Washes........................... 304
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 251
Cargo Area Cover...................... 130
Cargo Area Features..................... 128
Cargo Compartment
Light .............................. 128
Luggage Carrier...................... 134
CargoLight ........................... 128
Cargo Load Floor....................... 130
Cargo Tie-Downs....................... 130
Carrier, Luggage....................... 134
Catalytic Converter..................... 287
Caution, Exhaust Gas..................... 61
CD (Compact Disc) Player..........162,169,180
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance...... 197
Cellular Phone....................... 72,198
Center High Mounted Stop Light........... 315
Chains, Tire........................... 247
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 268
Chart,TireSizing ....................... 226
Check Engine Light
(MalfunctionIndicatorLight) .............. 281
Child Restraint......................... 54
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