2012 DODGE CALIBER oil pressure

CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark,
the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When
safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at
idle. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the
pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on the H (red) mark for more than a
minute, turn the engine off immediately and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING
During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up
long grades on hot days, the automatic transmission oil
may become too hot.If this happens, the transmission overheat in-
dicator light will come on, and the vehicle will
slow slightly until the automatic transmission
cools down enough to allow a return to the
requested speed. If the high speed is maintained, the
overheating may reoccur, as before, in a cyclic fashion.6
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
5 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
5 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
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CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine
will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil
pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This
could damage your engine. Also, be sure the oil fill
cap is replaced and tightened after adding oil.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for all
engines under all types of operating conditions, the
manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer-
tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material
Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
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WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced repairman.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the EnvironmentalProtection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealers or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:
Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
sealers, stop leak products, seal conditioners, compressor
oil, or refrigerants.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
MOPAR Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure
quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and
wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts
concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be
removed. Particular attention should also be given to
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Once A Month
•Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and add as
needed.
•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.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Disposal of Used Coolant............... 433
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 430
Inspection .......................... 433
Points to Remember ................ 432,434
Pressure Cap ........................ 432
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 431
Corrosion Protection ..................... 439
Cruise Light ........................... 208
Cupholders ............................ 184
Customer Assistance ..................... 477
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 75
Dealer Service .......................... 417
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 191
Defroster, Windshield ................89,282,288
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 160
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 415
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 155 Dipsticks
Power Steering ...................... 318
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 433
Engine Oil ......................... 421
Door Locks ............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 31
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 166
Downshifting .......................... 304
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .................... 142
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 314
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 315
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 99
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 178
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 324
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 325
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INDEX 489

Liftgate (Sedan).......................... 37
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 190
Light Bulbs .......................... 91,449
Lights .............................. 91,152
Airbag ...................... 69,75,89,203
Alarm ............................ 210
Anti-Lock .......................... 213
Back-Up ........................... 451
Brake Assist Warning .................. 330
Brake Warning ...................... 204
Bulb Replacement .................... 450
Cargo ............................. 185
Center Mounted Stop .................. 454
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............. 152
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 330
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 203
Exterior ............................ 91
Fog ......................... 154,210,450
Headlight Switch ..................... 153 Headlights
......................... 153
High Beam Indicator .................. 214
Instrument Cluster ................... 153
License ............................ 453
Lights On Reminder .................. 154
Low Fuel .......................... 202
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 212
Map Reading ....................... 157
Oil Pressure ........................ 203
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 203
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..........18,210
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction
Indicator) .......................... 212
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 210
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ......... 211
Traction Control ..................... 330
Turn Signal ................. 91,152,155,451
Voltage ............................ 202
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 201
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