2009 DODGE CALIBER SRT ABS

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
If your vehicle is equipped with the advanced electronic
brake control system that includes Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist
System (BAS), and Electronic Stability Program (ESP). All
four systems work together to enhance vehicle stability
and control in various driving conditions, and are com-
monly referred to as ESP.
Traction Control System (TCS)
This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of
the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake
pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine
power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and
stability. A feature of the TCS system functions similar to
a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin
across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is
spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the
brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine
torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
Brake Assist System (BAS)
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking
capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The
system detects an emergency braking situation by sens-
ing the rate and amount of brake application and then
applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help
reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very
quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the
benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak-
ing pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not
reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer
desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is
deactivated.
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TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
Tire MarkingsNOTE:
•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 designa-
tion. Example: 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.
1 — U.S. DOT Safety Stan-
dards Code (TIN)4 — Maximum Load
2 — Size Designation 5 — Maximum Pressure
3 — Service Description 6 — Treadwear, Traction and
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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 under
specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and
posted speed limits)
Load Identification:
....blank....= Absence of any text on the 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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WARNING! (Continued)
•Keep TIREFIT away from open flame or heat
source.
•TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have
the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after
using TIREFIT. Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h)
until having the tire repaired or replaced.
•A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision
or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the
vehicle. Always stow the TIREFIT kit in the place
provided.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
WARNING!
•Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to
come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. TIRE-
FIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed
through the skin: It causes skin, eye, and respira-
tory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty of
water if there is any contact with eyes or skin.
Change clothing as soon as possible, if there is any
contact with clothing.
•TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of
allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician im-
mediately. Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children.
If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with
plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do not
induce vomiting! Consult a physician immedi-
ately.
•Use the gloves provided in the Accessory Storage
Compartment (8) when operating the TIREFIT kit.
310 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
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)
30 20 Amp
YellowHeated Seats
31 10 Amp
RedHeadlight Washer
Relay Control
32 30 Amp
PinkENG ASD Control
Feed 1
33 10 Amp
RedABS MOD/J1962
Conn/PCMCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
34 30 Amp
PinkABS Valve Feed
35 40 Amp
GreenABS Pump Feed
36 30 Amp
PinkHeadlight/Washer
Control/Smart Glass/
Cool Down Pump
37 25 Amp
Natural110 Inverter
354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-
cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer
center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter
(TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle
to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected
repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind 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 the vehicle delivery date. If youhave any questions about the service contract, call the
manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer Hot-
line 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 ser-
vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract,
and you require service after the manufacturer’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the
contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 385
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 261
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 341
Adding Fuel........................... 301
Additives, Fuel......................... 299
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 332
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 335
Air Conditioning Controls................. 238
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 244
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 335
Air Conditioning System................238,335
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 280
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment....................... 56
Airbag Light.......................58,71,165
Airbag Maintenance....................... 58
Airbag, Side............................ 55
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 49
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............19,165
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 230
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........340,359,360
Capacities........................... 359
Disposal............................ 343
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 261
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 173
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 19
Appearance Care........................ 347
Assistance Towing........................ 96
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 78
Automatic Door Locks...................28,29
Automatic Transaxle...................... 12
Battery............................... 333
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 26
Beverage Cooler........................ 154
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 336
B-Pillar Location........................ 275
Brake Assist System...................... 264
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Brake Control System, Electronic............. 264
Brake Fluid............................ 361
Brake, Parking.......................... 259
Brake System........................260,345
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 261
Fluid Check.......................... 345
Master Cylinder....................... 345
Parking............................. 259
Warning Light........................ 169
Brakes.............................260,345
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 69
Bulb Replacement.....................355,356
Bulbs, Light............................ 355
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 359
Capacities, Fluid........................ 359
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 301
Oil (Engine).......................325,331Power Steering........................ 258
Car Washes............................ 348
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 300
Cargo Area Cover....................... 149
Cargo Area Features...................... 147
Cargo Compartment
Light............................... 147
Cargo Light............................ 147
Cargo Load Floor........................ 149
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 150
Caution, Exhaust Gas...................... 70
Cellular Phone........................81,238
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 358
Chains, Tire............................ 285
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 272
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 327
Child Restraint.......................... 61
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 65
INDEX 393
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