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12PM491-926-AA
Caliber

Second Edition
User Guide

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Summary of Contents for Caliber 2012

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Page 2: ...is dangerous and could lead to a serious collision Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving If you find yourself unable to devote your full attentio...

Page 3: ...ng Audio 50 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 50 Programmable Features 51 Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink 52 Power Inverter 54 Power Outlet 55 UTILITY Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Tra...

Page 4: ...er Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on pro...

Page 5: ...control of the vehicle Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or dama...

Page 6: ...DRIVER COCKPIT CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4...

Page 7: ...pg 18 F Audio System non touch screen radio shown pg 24 G Climate Controls pg 21 H Power Outlet Cigar Lighter pg 55 I Transmission Gear Selector J SWITCH PANEL Heated Seat Switches pg 15 Electronic St...

Page 8: ...ronic Throttle Control ETC Light Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Light Engine Temperature Warning Light Transmission Temperature Warning Light Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE Brake Warning Light M...

Page 9: ...ty Control ESC Off Indicator Speed Control Indicator Park Headlight ON Indicator Odometer Messages HOTOIL Engine Oil is over temperature LoW tirE Low Tire Pressure door Door Ajar gASCAP Fuel Cap Fault...

Page 10: ...asons A child or others could be severely injured or killed Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the key in the ignition A child could o...

Page 11: ...e shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injur...

Page 12: ...enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag to provide enhanced protection and work together with the Dri...

Page 13: ...quipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed at all three rear seating po...

Page 14: ...uld not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child and others could be severely injured or killed Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child s size Impro...

Page 15: ...ift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position Recliner Lift the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat lean back and...

Page 16: ...down the seatback CAUTION DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by...

Page 17: ...back latch Then push the seatback to a reclined position approximately 35 degrees maximum and release the strap WARNING Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position If the seatback is...

Page 18: ...is may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat TILT STEERING COLUMN The tilt lever i...

Page 19: ...climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to Maintaining Your Vehicle NOTE A new engine may consume some oil during its first...

Page 20: ...High Beam Operation Push the lever forward to activate the high beams NOTE For safe driving turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to ot...

Page 21: ...the ON OFF button to activate the Speed Control CRUISE will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on Push the ON OFF button a second time to turn the system off Set With S...

Page 22: ...ffers six manual ratio changes to provide you with more control The system is activated in the DRIVE position by moving the shift lever side to side Moving the shift lever to the right side will activ...

Page 23: ...ix modes Heated Mirrors The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS ATC Automatic Operation Turn...

Page 24: ...osing Sunroof Express Press the switch forward and release The sunroof will close automatically from any position Manual Open Close Press and hold the switch rearward to open or forward to close the s...

Page 25: ...or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof Never allow your fingers other body parts or any o...

Page 26: ...YOUR VEHICLE S SOUND SYSTEM ELECTRONICS 24...

Page 27: ...ELECTRONICS 25...

Page 28: ...ours Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save the time change To exit press a...

Page 29: ...ys the selections on the CD in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Audio Jack Operation The Audio Jack allows a portable device such as an MP3 player or a cassette player to be plugg...

Page 30: ...ome of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving Clock Setting Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink...

Page 31: ...UP button allows you to select between items that are available in that particular mode Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries Push the AUDIO SELECT button to select an entry...

Page 32: ...vehicle s speakers The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device Media Center 230 Sales Code REQ NOTE You...

Page 33: ...will show in the display Then select button 1 6 Music Type Press the MUSIC TYPE button to activate this mode Press the MUSIC TYPE button again or turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to select the desire...

Page 34: ...SERT DISC insert the CD into the player The radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc is loading and READING DISC when the radio is reading the disc Press the eject button and then the corres...

Page 35: ...atures should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving Clock Setting Turn the radio on then touch the screen where the time is displayed Touch...

Page 36: ...NU hard key and touch the Display Settings soft key to access the Display Settings menu Select the Daytime Colors soft key to switch to manual daytime mode and to adjust the brightness of the display...

Page 37: ...to bypass stations without stopping Store Radio Presets Select the radio band by touching either the AM FM or SAT soft key Find the station to store by either pressing the Seek Up or Seek Down soft ke...

Page 38: ...he appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and starts playing the first track The display shows Reading during this process Seek Up Seek Down Press the Seek Up or Seek Down soft keys to seek thr...

Page 39: ...memory stick NOTE WMA MP3 Files and Selective Songs from a CD can also be added to the HDD See the Media Center 430 430N User s Manual for more information Copying Music From CD Press the LOAD hard ke...

Page 40: ...progress is shown in the lower left corner of the screen Display a Picture on the Radio Screen Once the import is complete the pictures will then be available in the MY PICTURES screen Press the MY FI...

Page 41: ...includes a database with over 6 million points of interest Touch the NAV soft key in the upper right corner of the screen to access the Navigation system NOTE For your own safety and the safety of ot...

Page 42: ...a line on the map If you depart from the original route your route is recalculated A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways Adding A Via Point To add a stop Via Point you must b...

Page 43: ...on Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes When at least one of the bars is green your device has acquired satellite signals You may experience delays in acquisition of satellite signals wh...

Page 44: ...ong or the artist of the currently playing program to the SAT Favorites list You will see a favorite star indicator in the lower left side of the screen and a pop up will alert you that a favorite son...

Page 45: ...ay again to resume playback Rewind RW Rewinds the channel content in steps of 5 seconds Touch and hold to rewind continuously then release to begin playing content at that point Fast Forward FW Forwar...

Page 46: ...eaters near your current location 6 Sports View sports scores and upcoming events for all major sports STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface o...

Page 47: ...iPod battery charges when plugged into the USB port if supported by the specific audio device Compatible iPod devices may also be controllable using voice commands Refer to the Owner s Manual on the...

Page 48: ...855 8400 or visit www dodge com uconnect Phone Pairing NOTE Pairing is a one time initial setup before using the phone Press the Phone button to begin Wait for the ready prompt and BEEP After the BEEP...

Page 49: ...ries downloaded there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used Until then if available the previously downloaded phonebook is available for use Only the phonebook of the cur...

Page 50: ...u and others to be severely injured or killed In an emergency to use Uconnect Phone your mobile phone must be turned on paired to Uconnect Phone and have network coverage Uconnect VOICE COMMAND The Uc...

Page 51: ...ay Memo The following are common voice commands for this mode New Memo to record a new memo During the recording you may press the Voice Command button to stop recording You proceed by saying one of t...

Page 52: ...also be able to stream music to your vehicle s speakers Your connected device must be Bluetooth compatible and paired with your Media Center radio see Uconnect Phone for pairing instructions Non Touc...

Page 53: ...Settings is displayed on the EVIC Use the EVIC button to select one of the following then press and hold the EVIC button to select either ON or OFF Language Key Off Power Delay Auto Unlock On Exit Il...

Page 54: ...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 U...

Page 55: ...u want to program and the hand held transmitter button Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indicator light The Homelink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after Homelink has receiv...

Page 56: ...system entry door lock home office lighting etc The hand held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming...

Page 57: ...OUTLET The power outlet is located on the instrument panel below the climate control and is powered when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position The outlet can operate a conventional cigar light...

Page 58: ...h Trailer Tow Content in Security Group Package AJB 22 sq ft 2 04 sq m 1 500 lbs 680 kg 225 lbs 136 kg 2 4L Auto Man with Trailer Tow Content in Security Group Package AJB 32 sq ft 3 0 sq m 2 000 lbs...

Page 59: ...lly towed flat towed at any legal highway speed for any distance if the manual transmission is in NEUTRAL and the ignition key is in the ACC position CAUTION Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with...

Page 60: ...To improve the vehicle s traction when starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch the ESC system to Partial Off mode by momentarily pressing the ESC Off switch Tire Pressur...

Page 61: ...NOTE Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the Winter Example If garage...

Page 62: ...iced if the light stays on through several typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing If the MIL flashes when the engine is running serious condit...

Page 63: ...smission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing If this light turns on you will...

Page 64: ...he pointer drops back into the normal range 200 230 F 93 110 C If the pointer remains at 240 F 116 C or greater and you hear a chime turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING You or...

Page 65: ...Park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoiding ice or slippery areas 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 3 Set the parking brake 4 Place the shift lever in PARK automatic transmission or REVERSE...

Page 66: ...heel as an assembly Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the lug wrench and remove the wrench from the jack assembly 2 Loosen but do not remove the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn...

Page 67: ...5 Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheel covers where applicable off the hub Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel Lightly tighten th...

Page 68: ...excessive force to install the cover 4 Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel Lightly tighten the lug nuts 5 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning th...

Page 69: ...d fall on you You could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a l...

Page 70: ...he jack do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle is lowered to the ground Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES If your vehicle has a dischar...

Page 71: ...attery 4 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 5 Start...

Page 72: ...t jump starting if the battery is frozen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised It can start anytime the ignition...

Page 73: ...ight side of the shift lever housing Firmly set the parking brake Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position without starting the engine Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal Usi...

Page 74: ...ith a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted FWD Manual Transmission With a Key May be Used with the transmission in NEUTRAL Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted AWD Wi...

Page 75: ...switch For further information on ESC refer to the Owner s Manual on the DVD CAUTION When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving between REVERSE and DRIVE do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h...

Page 76: ...or and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by y...

Page 77: ...the same time Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood To close the hood remove the support rod and place it in the retaining clip then lower the hood slowly WARNING Be sure the hood is fully...

Page 78: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2 0L Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 76...

Page 79: ...2 4L Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 77...

Page 80: ...ters Fuel Selection 2 0L 2 4L 87 Octane 13 6 Gallons 51 5 Liters Approximate 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 Autom...

Page 81: ...replace if necessary X X X X X X Replace the air conditioning filter X X X X X Inspect the CV joints X X X X Inspect the exhaust system Perform the first in spection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 mo...

Page 82: ...r if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Non turbo engine only X Replace the Spark Plugs X X X Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary X Flush a...

Page 83: ...es 52 000 km or 24 Months 40 000 Miles 65 000 km or 30 Months 48 000 Miles 78 000 km or 36 Months 56 000 Miles 91 000 km or 42 Months 64 000 Miles 104 000 km or 48 Months 72 000 Miles 117 000 km or 54...

Page 84: ...Phone 7 30 Amp Green IOD Sense1 8 30 Amp Green IOD Sense2 9 40 Amp Green Power Seats 10 20 Amp Yellow CCN Power Locks Interior Lighting 11 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Outlet 12 20 Amp Yellow Ign Run Acc Inv...

Page 85: ...36 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Washer Control Smart Glass If Equipped 37 25 Amp Natural Diesel Fuel Heater If Equipped TIRE PRESSURES Check the inflation pressure of each tire including the spare tire at lea...

Page 86: ...ter to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non abrasive non acidic cleaner CAUTION Do not use scouring pads steel wool...

Page 87: ...nts and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehic...

Page 88: ...blems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov...

Page 89: ...ller Door EXTERIOR Fog Lights Sunroof Air Deflector Rear Spoiler Decal Kit Front End and Hood Cover Molded Splash Guards Hitch Receiver INTERIOR Premium Carpet Floor Mats Door Sill Guards Bright Pedal...

Page 90: ...t 19 Customer Assistance 85 Defects Reporting 86 Defroster Rear Window 21 Defroster Windshield 21 Dimmer Control 17 Dimmer Switch Headlight 17 Disarming Theft System 9 Electronic Speed Control Cruise...

Page 91: ...on Indicator Light Check Engine 60 Media Center Radio 26 28 30 Mirrors Heated 21 22 MOPAR Accessories 87 Navigation 39 New Vehicle Break In Period 17 Oil Change Indicator 61 Oil Change Indicator Reset...

Page 92: ...em Arming 9 Theft System Disarming 9 Tilt Steering Column 16 Tires Air Pressure 83 Changing 63 Jacking 63 Pressure Warning Light 58 Spare Tire 63 Towing 56 24 Hour Towing Assistance 58 Disabled Vehicl...

Page 93: ...Bluetooth with the UConnect Hands Free Voice Activation System pg 46 How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink pg 52 UTILITY How do I know how much I can tow with my Dodge Caliber p...

Page 94: ...NOTES 92...

Page 95: ...use public transportation driving and alcohol Dodge com This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Dodge and to provide a convenient reference source for common que...

Page 96: ...Download a FREE electronic copy of the Owner s Manual or Warranty Booklet by visiting the For Owner s tab at www dodge com U S or www dodge ca Canada 12PM491 926 AA Caliber Second Edition User Guide...

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