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Brake warning light, Malfunction indicator light (mil), Charging system light – Dodge 2011 Caliber - User Guide User Manual

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BRAKE

- Brake Warning Light

• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or

the parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied,
it indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an
Anti-Lock Brake System problem.

• We recommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle

serviced immediately.

WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake
system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a
collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

• Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may

illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced 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 conditions may exist that

could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We
recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.

- 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

the vehicle 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

recommend you 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.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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