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Dodge Caliber. Manual - part 377

played. Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed. To reset all resettable functions,
press and release the STEP button a second time within 3 seconds of resetting the currently displayed function
(Reset ALL will be displayed during this 3 second window).

EVIC DISPLAY MODES

SYSTEM STATUS MODE

System display mode displays warnings and user interaction messages on the EVIC display (29). The driver can
scroll to view multiple messages by using the STEP button.

When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays the following messages:

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Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime)

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Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)

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Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)

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Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)

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Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)

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Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in Park (automatic transmissions) or vehicle in motion (manual
transmissions)

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Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph (1.6 km/h))

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Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more, with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph (1.6 km/h))

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Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in motion)

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Trunk Ajar (with a single chime)

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Headlamps On/Lights On With Key Out Of Ignition.

COMPASS/TEMPERATURE/AUDIO

Compass heading and outside temperature are displayed at the top of the EVIC display screen. On the lower half
of the screen the audio mode is displayed along with the odometer. One of eight compass headings to indicate the
direction the vehicle is facing (N, S, E, W, NE, NW, SE, SW) and to select one of 15 compass variance settings.
Outside temperature is displayed in °C (degrees Celsius) or °F (degrees Fahrenheit). Audio mode can display any
one of 12 radio station preset frequencies, CD disc number, CD track number, tape, and one of 200 Satellite Radio
Channels - if equipped.

For additional information regarding the compass, refer to Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) in
this section.

AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY

Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read
“RESET” or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the history information will be erased, and the averaging will con-
tinue from where it was before the reset.

DISTANCE TO EMPTY (DTE)

NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance
of the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.

Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is
determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel
tank level. This is not resettable.When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 kilometers) estimated driving dis-
tance, the DTE display will change to a text display of

LOW FUEL

. This display will continue until the vehicle runs

out of fuel. Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the

LOW FUEL

text and a new DTE value

will be displayed, based on the current values in the DTE calculation and the current fuel tank level.

ELAPSED TIME

Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed
time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

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HANDS FREE TELEPHONE MODE - IF EQUIPPED

Provides the following information and features for the optional hands-free communications system:

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Phone status: idle, voice mail, roaming, battery strength and signal strength in increments of 20 percent

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Call status: Incoming call, connecting, connected, air time in minutes and seconds, call ended, busy, call failed,
roaming and no phone connection

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Caller ID phone number display

PERSONAL SETTINGS MODE (CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES)

Allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in Park by pressing and releasing the STEP
button until Personal Settings is displayed in the EVIC. The following personal settings can be set and recalled:

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Language: English, Spanish and French (domestic markets) German and Italian (export markets)

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Lock doors automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h), On or Off

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Unlock door automatically on exit, On or Off

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Remote Keyless Entry unlock driver door on first press or unlock all doors on first press

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Sound horn with Remote Keyless Entry Lock, On or Off

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Turn headlamps on with Remote Keyless Entry Lock, On or Off

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Delay turning headlamps off for 0, 30, 60 or 90 seconds

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Key-Off Power Delay (delay power off to accessories until exit off, 45-seconds maximum, 5-minute maximum,
10-minute maximum)

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Illuminated Approach - Turn headlamps on with Remote Keyless Entry Unlock, Off or 30, 60 or 90 seconds

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Display units in English or Metric

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Compass Variance Setting 1 through 15

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Calibrate Compass Yes/No

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER

CAUTION: Do not place any external magnets, such as magnetic roof mount antennas, in the vicinity of the
compass. Do not place any electronic devices (cell phones, laptop computers, PDA’s, portable DVD players,
etc), on or near the instrument panel as the Remote Compass Module (RCM) performance may be effected.
Do not use magnetic tools when servicing the RCM.

The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) data is obtained from several components on the Controller Area
Network (CAN) and Local Interface Network (LIN) Data Bus circuits. The EVIC will not function properly if the bus
messages from any of these components is not received. If no EVIC data is displayed or the display indicates
dashes

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, check the CAN Data Bus circuit communications, the Instrument Cluster functions, the Remote Com-

pass Module (RCM) and the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM).

The use of a scan tool and the proper diagnostic procedures information are recommended for further testing of the
EVIC,the RCM, the CAN Data Bus and Local Interface Network (LIN) Data Bus circuits. Refer to the appropriate
wiring information for complete circuit schematic or connector pin-out information.

STANDARD PROCEDURE

COMPASS CALIBRATION

The electronic compass unit features a continuous self-calibrating feature. This feature automatically updates the
compass calibration as the vehicle is driven. This allows the compass unit to compensate for small changes in the
residual magnetism that the vehicle may acquire during normal use. If the compass readings appear to be erratic or

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the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays “CAL”, perform the following calibration procedure. Also,
any time a new RCM is installed, it must be calibrated using this procedure.

Calibrate the compass manually as follows:

NOTE: Do not attempt to calibrate the compass near large metal objects such as other vehicles, large build-
ings, or bridges; or, near overhead or underground power lines.

1. Start the engine but leave the vehicle in “PARK”.

2. Continue to depress and release the STEP button (28) until the “Personal Settings” menu is displayed.

3. Once in the “Personal Settings” menu depress and release the STEP button (28) several times until “Calibrate

Compass (Yes)” is displayed.

4. A long (longer than two seconds) STEP button press will place the compass in calibration mode. The “Cal” indi-

cator will change from flashing to on continuously in the EVIC display (29) to indicate that the compass is now
in the calibration mode and that the vehicle can now be driven to calibrate. (A short STEP button press from the

Calibrate Compass (Yes)

screen will exit the EVIC Customer Programmable features, and return it to its normal

operating mode).

5. To complete the compass calibration, drive the vehicle in one or more complete 360 degree circles under 5 mph

(8 km/h) in an area free of large metal objects such as other vehicles, large buildings, or bridges; or, near over-
head or underground power lines, until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally.

NOTE: If the compass display indicates an inaccurate compass heading or the display is locked up, the
RCM may be inoperative or the vehicle may need to be demagnetized. Perform the Compass Demagnetizing
Procedure prior to performing any system diagnosis, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/MESSAGE CENTER/ELECT
VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER - STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS DEMAGNETIZING).

NOTE: If the compass display indicates dashes

(

– –

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the RCM may be inoperative or the vehicle may need

to be demagnetized. Perform the Compass Demagnetizing Procedure prior to performing any system diag-
nosis, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/MESSAGE CENTER/ELECT VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER - STANDARD
PROCEDURE - COMPASS DEMAGNETIZING).

NOTE: If the “CAL” message remains in the display or if the compass heading is inaccurate following the
calibration procedure and there are no internal compass faults, either there is excessive magnetism near
the compass, or the unit is inoperative. Repeat the calibration procedure at least one more time prior to
performing any system diagnosis.

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NOTE: If the wrong direction is still indicated in the compass display, the area selected for calibration may
be too close to a strong magnetic field. Repeat the calibration procedure in another location.

COMPASS DEMAGNETIZING

A degaussing tool (Special Tool 6029) is used to
demagnetize, or degauss, the roof panel above the
overhead console. Equivalent units must be rated as
continuous duty for 110/115 volts and 60 Hz. They
must also have a field strength of over 350 gauss at 7
millimeters (0.25 inch) beyond the tip of the probe.

To demagnetize the roof panel proceed as follows:

1. Be certain that the ignition switch is in the Off posi-

tion, before you begin the demagnetizing proce-
dure.

2. Place a piece of paper approximately 22 by 28

centimeters (8.5 by 11 inches), oriented on the
vehicle lengthwise from front to rear, on the center
line of the roof at the windshield header. The pur-
pose of the paper is to protect the roof panel from
scratches, and to define the area to be demagne-
tized.

3. Connect the degaussing tool to an electrical outlet,

while keeping the tool at least 61 centimeters (2
feet) away from the compass unit.

4. Slowly approach the center line of the roof panel at

the windshield header, with the degaussing tool
connected.

5. Contact the roof panel with the plastic coated tip of

the degaussing tool. Be sure that the template is in
place to avoid scratching the roof panel. Using a
slow, back-and-forth sweeping motion, and allowing
13 millimeters (0.50 inch) between passes, move
the tool at least 11 centimeters (4 inches) to each
side of the roof center line, and 28 centimeters (11
inches) back from the windshield header.

6. With the degaussing tool still energized, slowly

back it away from the roof panel. When the tip of
the tool is at least 61 centimeters (2 feet) from the
roof panel, disconnect the tool.

7. Calibrate the compass, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE/ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFO CEN-

TER - STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS CALIBRATION) and adjust the compass variance, (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE/ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFO CENTER - STANDARD PROCEDURE -
COMPASS VARIATION ADJUSTMENT).

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