Name: Dodge 2008 Caliber
Brand: Dodge
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Introduction 15

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle11

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle75

Understanding Your Instrument Panel159

Starting and Operating231

Starting Procedures235
- Manual Transmission235
- Automatic Transmission235
- Normal Starting235
- Extremely Cold Weather (below 20°F or 29°C)236
- If Engine Fails to Start236
- After Starting237
Automatic Transaxle - if Equipped237
- Brake/Transmission Interlock System239
- Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System239
- Gear Ranges for Continuously Variable Automatic Transaxle (CVT)239
Autostick - if Equipped241
- Autostick Operation242
- Autostick General Information243
Manual Transaxle - if Equipped244
- Recommended Shift Speeds245
Starting and Operating 243245
- Downshifting245
All Wheel Drive System - if Equipped246
Parking Brake246
Brake System248
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - if Equipped249
Power Steering252
Driving on Slippery Surfaces253
- Acceleration253
- Traction253
Driving through Water254
- Flowing/Rising Water254
- Shallow Standing Water254
Tire Safety Information256
- Tire Markings256
- Tire Identification Number (TIN)259
- Tire Loading and Tire Pressure260
Tires - General Information264
- Tire Pressure264
- Tire Inflation Pressures265
- Radial Ply Tires267
- Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped268
- Limited-Use Spare - if Equipped268
- Tire Spinning269
- Tread Wear Indicators270
- Life of Tire270
- Replacement Tires271
- Alignment and Balance272
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - if Equipped273
- Base System - if Equipped275
- Premium System - if Equipped277
- General Information281
Snow Tires281
Tire Chains281
Tire Rotation Recommendations282
Fuel Requirements283
- Gasoline Engines283
- Reformulated Gasoline283
- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends284
- MMT in Gasoline284
- Materials Added to Fuel285
- Fuel System Cautions285
- Carbon Monoxide Warnings286
Adding Fuel286
- Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)286
- Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message288
Trailer Towing289
- Common Towing Definitions289
- Installing a Trailer Hitch292
Vehicle Loading289
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)289
Trailer Hitch Classification292
Trailer and Tongue Weight293
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)293
Towing Requirements295
- Towing Tips300
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)301
- Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing with All Four Wheels on the Ground)301

What to Do in Emergencies303

Maintaining Your Vehicle317

If You Need Consumer Assistance373

Brand	Dodge
Model	2008 Caliber
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Dodge 2008 Caliber User Manual

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