2007 DODGE CALIBER service schedule

•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake/
clutch master cylinder, and manual transaxle and add
as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
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Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level (if
equipped).
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
CAUTION!
Do not check the automatic transaxle fluid. It must
be check by a trained service technician every 15,000
miles and if required only the recommended fluid
be added. Refer to the section “Fluids, Lubricants
And Genuine Parts” for the proper fluid.
322 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Schedule “B”
Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32 °F (0 °C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90 °F (32 °C).
•Trailer towing.
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
•Off-road or desert operation.
•Heavy 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 “B” of the
Maintenance Schedulessection 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 “B” of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
SCHEDULE “B” 323
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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 the Accessory Drive Belt.X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.X
Replace engine air cleaner 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.
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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 me-
chanic.
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Oil Pressure......................... 145
Rear Fog............................ 152
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 145
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............. 25
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............ 145
Traction Control...................... 119
Turn Signal.................103,105,149,312
Voltage ............................. 145
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 144
Loading Vehicle........................ 254
Tires ............................... 229
Locks
ChildProtection ....................... 18
Door............................... 14
Power Door.......................... 15
Steering Wheel........................ 13
Lubrication, Body....................... 292
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................ 134
Lumbar Support........................ 95
Maintenance Free Battery................. 289
Maintenance, General.................... 283
Maintenance Procedures.................. 283Maintenance Schedule................... 320
Schedule “A”........................ 332
Schedule “B”........................ 323
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)......................148,281
Manual, Service........................ 341
Manual Transaxle.................208,215,302
Downshifting........................ 217
Fluid Level Check..................302,303
Frequency of Fluid Change...........302,303
Lubricant Selection.................302,303
Map/Reading Lights.................... 102
Master Cylinder (Brakes)................. 300
Mirrors ............................... 69
Electric Powered....................... 70
Outside ............................. 69
Rearview............................ 69
Vanity .............................. 71
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 241
Mopar Parts........................282,340
Multi-Function Control Lever.............. 103
INDEX 353
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 62
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 62
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 341
Safety Information, Tire.................. 225
SafetyTips ............................. 61
Satellite Radio......................192,193
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 195
Schedule, Maintenance................... 320
Seat Belt Maintenance................... 307
Seat Belt Reminder...................... 37
Seat Belts
Adjustable Shoulder Belt................ 33
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 33
And Pregnant Women.................. 39
Child Restraint........................ 54
Front Seat............................ 29
Pretensioners......................... 37
Rear Seat............................ 29
Reminder........................... 145
Seat Belts (Sedan)....................... 28
Seats................................. 94
Adjustment.......................... 94
Cleaning............................ 305Head Restraints....................... 96
Heated.............................. 97
Lumbar Support....................... 95
Rear Folding......................... 99
Rear Folding (Sedan)................... 99
Seatback Release....................... 96
Tilting.............................. 96
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............... 24
SelectionofOil ........................ 285
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................ 11,25
Sentry Key Programming.................. 12
Service and Maintenance................. 320
Service Assistance...................... 338
ServiceContract ........................ 340
Service Manuals........................ 341
Setting the Clock...........162,164,170,181,192
Settings, Personal....................... 155
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle............ 216
Shoulder Belts.......................... 29
Side Airbag............................ 47
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters)......... 204
Signals, Turn.......................... 312
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 224
356 INDEX