2010 DODGE CALIBER automatic transmission

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP
LLC ..................... 2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT.............. 4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..........6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB...................8
THEFT ALARM................ 9
SEATBELT ................. 9
CHILD RESTRAINTS ............. 9
FRONTSEATS................11
REARSEATS ................14
HEATEDSEATS...............14
TILT STEERING COLUMN ..........15
PROGRAMMABLEFEATURES .......16
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER .......18
WIPER/WASHER LEVER ..........19
SPEED CONTROL LEVER ......... 20
AUTOSTICK
®................21
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS .......21
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
(ATC) ................... 22
POWERSUNROOF ............ 22
WIND BUFFETING ..............23
ELECTRONICS
NON-TOUCH-SCREENRADIOS...... 24
TOUCH-SCREENRADIOS..........27
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS ........31
UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE ....32
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ...............32
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK
®) ...............33
POWERINVERTER .............34
POWER OUTLET ..............35
Uconnect™ Phone ............35
VOICECOMMAND .............37
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM
TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) ....... 38RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
...... 39
BRAKE/TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK
SYSTEM.................. 40
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE
- U.S. ONLY .................41
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS ...................41
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .......44
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
OVERHEATING ...............45
JACKINGANDTIRECHANGING...... 46
JUMP-STARTING ............. 49
TOWINGADISABLEDVEHICLE.......53
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........54
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......55
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD............56
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ..........57
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ..........59
MAINTENANCE CHART .......... 60
FUSES................... 62
TIREPRESSURES..............63
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE ..... 64
EXTERIOR BULBS ............. 64
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER
CENTER...................65
CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER...................65
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED..................65
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING .........65
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THE 50 UNITED STATES AND
WASHINGTON, D.C. ........... 66
TIRE WARRANTY ............. 66
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
MOPAR®ACCESSORIES......... 69
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Auto Unlock Doors On Exit
• The doors will automatically unlock if:• The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is enabled.
• The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h).
• The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK.
• The driver's door is opened.
• The doors were not previously unlocked.
• To have all of the vehicle doors unlock when any door is opened: • Enter your vehicle and close all the doors.
• Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch from the LOCK position to the ONposition a minimum of four times, ending in the LOCK position (do not start the
engine).
• Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the UNLOCK direction. A single chime will indicate that programming is complete.
Auto Door Lock
• To have the doors lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph
(24 km/h):
• Enter your vehicle and close all the doors.
• Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch from the LOCK position to the ON position a minimum of four times, ending in the LOCK position (do not start the
engine).
• Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the LOCK direction. A single chime will indicate that programming is complete.
Sound Horn With Lock
• To turn the horn chirp on or off when the doors are locked:
• Press the LOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then,press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
Flashing Lights With Lock
• The turn signal lights flash when the doors are locked or unlocked. This feature can be turned on or off:
• Press and hold the UNLOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the UNLOCK
button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
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GETTING STARTED

- Charging System Light
• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system
light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system.
• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop thevehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four
minutes when this light turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommendyou drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle theignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the
PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized dealer for service immediately. If the light is flashing
when the engine is running, immediate servi ce is required and you may experience
reduced performance, an el evated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may
require towing.
- Airbag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Transaxle Temperature Warning Light
• This light indicates that ther e is excessive transmission fluid temperat ure that might
occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, you will
experience reduced vehicle performance unti l the automatic transaxle cools down. If
the overheating continues, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle, with the
transmission in NEUTRAL, until the light turns off. Once the light turns off, you may
continue to drive normally.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition
to LOCK.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection
and personal injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due
to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
• Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the
discharged vehicle.
• Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive (+)post of
the booster battery.
• Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post of the booster
battery.
• Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and the
fuel injection system.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-)of the discharged battery. The
resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEModelFlat Towing (all four
wheels on the ground)Flatbed Towing (all four
wheels suspended OFF
the ground)Front Wheels Raised,
Rear Wheels on the
GroundRear Wheels Raised,
Front Wheels on the
Ground
FWD Without a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted
FWD Automatic
Transaxle With a Key NOT Permitted
Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted
FWD Manual Transaxle
With a Key May be Used with the
transmission in
*NEUTRALRecommended Method May Be Used
NOT Permitted
AWD Without a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
AWD Automatic
Transaxle With a Key NOT Permitted
Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
AWD Manual Transaxle
With a Key May be Used with the
transmission in
*NEUTRALRecommended Method NOT Permitted
NOT Permitted
*To shift to NEUTRAL, there is a removable plug in the right side of the shif t lever housing that allows you to insert your finger to
override the system. The ignition key must be in the ON position to use the override lever.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine PartCapacities
Engine Coolant 2.0L, 2.4L MOPAR
®Antifreeze/
Coolant Five
Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic
Additive Technology) or
equivalent. 7.2 Quarts (6.8 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle
filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L,
2.4L API Certified SAE 5W-20
Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to the
engine oil fill cap for correct
SAE grade.4.5 Quarts (4.26 Liters)
Fuel Selection 2.0L, 2.4L 87 Octane 13.6 Gallons (51.5 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 2.0L, 2.4L MOPAR
®Engine Oil Filter or
equivalent. —
Spark Plugs 2.0L, 2.4L ZFR5F-11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.11 mm]) —
Automatic Transaxle (CVT) MOPAR
®CVTF + 4®
Automatic Transaxle Fluid. —
Manual Transaxle MOPAR®ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4
®
product. —
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR®DOT 3 and SAE
J1703 should be used or
equivalent. If DOT 3 is not
available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. Use only
recommended brake fluids
or equivalent. —
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR
®Power Steering
Fluid +4 or MOPAR®ATF+4®
Automatic Tr ansmission
Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4
®product. —
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE