2008 DODGE CALIBER mirror controls

LIGHTS
Map/Reading Lights
These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the
rearview mirror. Each light is turned on by pressing the button.
Press the button a second time to turn the light OFF. The lights
also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is
turned fully upward, past the second detent.
NOTE:The lights will remain on until the switch is
pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned
off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off
automatically.
Multifunction Control Lever
The Multifunction Control Lever controls the operation
of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight
beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior
lights, the passing lights, and fog lights. The lever is
located on the left side of the steering column.
Map/Reading Lights
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
Manual Transmission
Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake,
press the clutch pedal to the floor, and place the shift
lever in NEUTRAL.NOTE:The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal
is pressed to the floor.
NOTE:If the key won’t turn and the steering wheel is
locked, rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve
pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the
key.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE:You must press the brake pedal before shifting
out of PARK.
Normal Starting
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does
not require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal.
Simply turn the ignition switch to the START position
and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to
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Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................. 12
Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................. 15,20
Infant Restraint.......................... 60
Information Center, Vehicle................. 175
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 77
Instrument Cluster....................162,164
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 161
Instrument Panel Cover................... 350
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 351
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 351
Interior Appearance Care.................. 349
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 124
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 305
Jack Operation.......................304,306
Jacking Instructions...................... 306Jump Starting.......................... 310
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan)................ 20
Keys................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals...........171,356
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 36
Latches
Hood............................... 115
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 281
LifeofTires ............................ 268
Liftgate (Sedan).......................... 34
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 152
LightBulbs ............................ 355
Lights .............................. 71,117
INDEX 389
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