2008 DODGE CALIBER maintenance schedule

•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
366 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Required Maintenance Intervals
Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 6,000 10 000 6
Rotate tires. 6,000 10 000 6
If using your vehicle for dusty or off-road conditions,
inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if neces-
sary.12,000 20 000 12
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. 12,000 20 000 12
Replace the air conditioning filter. 12,000 20 000 12
Inspect the CV Joints. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 mi (20 000 km) or 12 months.24,000 40 000 24
Inspect Exhaust System. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 mi (20 000 km) or 12 months.24,000 40 000 24
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot
seals; replace if necessary.24,000 40 000 24
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 367
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Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. 30,000 50 000 30
Replace the spark plugs.30,000 50 000 30
Change the manual transmission fluid if using your
vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow
plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service
(commercial service), off-road, desert operation or
more then 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).48,000 80 000 48
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. 60,000 100 000 60
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. 60,000 100 000 60
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police,
taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing.60,000 100 000 60
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.90,000 150 000 90
Flush and replace the engine coolant. 102,000 170 000 60
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Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. 120,000 200 000 120
Replace Accessory Drive Belt(s). 120,000 200 000 120
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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Lumbar Support........................ 109
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 329
Maintenance, General..................... 322
Maintenance Procedures................... 322
Maintenance Schedule.................... 364
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 169,320
Manual, Service......................... 377
Manual Transaxle..................233,242,344
Downshifting......................... 243
Fluid Level Check...................344,345
Frequency of Fluid Change............345,346
Lubricant Selection..................344,345
Map/Reading Lights..................... 117
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 342
Mirrors ................................ 77
Electric Powered....................... 78
Outside.............................. 77
Rearview............................. 77Vanity ............................... 80
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 271
Mopar Parts.........................321,376
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 117
Navigation Radio........................ 210
Navigation System....................... 210
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 69
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................. 35
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 281
Odometer............................. 168
Trip .............................168,170
Oil Change Indicator..................... 168
Oil, Engine.........................322,360
Capacity............................ 360
Change Interval....................... 324
Checking............................ 322
INDEX 391
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Roof Rack (Luggage Rack)................. 153
Rotation, Tires.......................... 280
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 70
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 71
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 376
Safety Information, Tire................... 254
Safety Tips............................. 69
Satellite Radio.......................210,213
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 216
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 364
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 351
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 46
Seat Belts
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.................. 41
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 41
And Pregnant Women................... 47
Child Restraint......................... 60
Front Seat............................ 36Pretensioners.......................... 45
Rear Seat............................. 36
Reminder............................ 165
Seat Belts (Sedan)........................ 35
Seats................................. 107
Adjustment.......................... 107
Cleaning............................ 348
Head Restraints....................... 110
Heated.............................. 111
Lumbar Support....................... 109
Rear Folding......................... 113
Rear Folding (Sedan).................... 113
Seatback Release....................... 109
Tilting .............................. 109
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 19
Selection of Oil......................... 324
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................. 15,20
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 17
394 INDEX