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2009 CALIBER
2009
OWNER’S MANUAL
Chrysler LLC
81-226-0939 Second Edition Printed in U.S.A.
CALIBER
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution there- tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a fore. description of features and equipment that are no longer DRIVING AND ALCOHOL available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please Drunken driving
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...............................9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...............................75 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL................................... 163 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................245 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ..........................................
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INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Introduction ........................... 4 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6 How To Use This Manual .................. 4 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7 Warnings And Cautions ................... 6
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4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. contains the information you desire. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual and various customer-oriented documents. You are contains a complete listing of a
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INTRODUCTION 5 1
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also containsCAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible throu
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INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 1 WARNING! Anymodificationsoralterationstothisvehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and mayleadtoanaccidentresultinginseriousinjuryor death.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ................. 12 ▫ To Set The Security Alarm ............... 19 ▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 12 ▫ To Disarm The System ................. 19 ▫ Locking Doors With The Key ............. 15 ▫ Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override ..... 19 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 15 Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped ........ 20 Sentry Key .......................... 15 ▫ To Unlock The Doors And Li
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock ........ 22 ▫ Auto Down ......................... 33 ▫ Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock . . 23 ▫ Window Lockout Switch ................ 34 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ................. 24 Liftgate ............................. 34 ▫ Programming Additional RKE Transmitters . . . 25 Occupant Restraints ..................... 36 ▫ General Information ................... 25 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Child Restraints ...................... 62 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ............................. 73 Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 70 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Safety Tips ........................... 71 2 Outside The Vehicle ................... 73 ▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 71 ▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 72
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has Automatic Transmission — If Equipped the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys. Ask your 1. Place the shift lever in PARK. authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC (Accessory) safe place. position. 3. Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate t
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you 2 obtain service. 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. Do not leave the keys in th
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Manual Transmission 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC (Accessory) position. 2. Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate the key to the LOCK position. Ignition Switch Positions 3. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder. 1 — LOCK 3 — ON 2 — ACC (ACCESSORY) 4 — START
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Locking Doors With The Key is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the or unlocked. door, turn the key to the right. To unlock the door, turn The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded the key to the left. Refer to “Body Lubrication” under 2 electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized “Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7. vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys
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16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE someone used an invalid key to try to start the engine. starting the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other Either of these conditions will result in the engine being Radio Frequency (RF) electronics will not cause inter- shut off after two seconds. ference with this system. If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- been programm
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). the ignition switch to the ON position for at least three Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the required for authorized dealer replacement of keys. Du- ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first 2 p
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18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The new Sentry Key is programmed. The Remote General Information Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro- The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 grammed during this procedure. and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you do not have a programmed Sentry Key, contact your • This device may not cause harmful interference. autho
