The Dodge Caliber is a five-door hatchback with a crossover-inspired look that succeeded the Dodge Neon. It boasts a spacious cabin, excellent fuel economy, and low maintenance costs making it a darling for lads with a tight budget.
However, despite its outstanding attributes, the Caliber’s reliable reputation is quite shaky having experienced mechanical troubles with its CVT transmission. The Good news is that Safari Spares is going to detail the best fixes to its mechanical unreliability.
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This guide covers the most commonly reported problems in the Dodge Caliber, symptoms, causes, and practical fixes available in Kenya.
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- CVT Issues
Symptoms
Transmission overheating warning
The car struggles to accelerate
Whining noise from the transmission
Loss of power while driving
Causes
Premature wear of the CVT
Poor maintenance
Fixes
Go for transmission software update
Replace CVT fluid regularly
Replace the valve body if found faulty
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- Premature Wheel Bearing Failure
Symptoms
Whining noises
ABS warning light
Steering vibration
Causes
Normal wear
Water intrusion
Fixes
Replace faulty wheel hub
- Electronic Control Throttle Issue
Symptoms
Poor acceleration
Engine hesitation
Rough idling
The car goes into limp mode
Causes
Dirty throttle body
Faulty throttle position sensor
Faulty wiring
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Fixes
Replace the entire throttle body if found faulty
Clean the throttle body
Repair faulty wiring
- Engine Stalling
Symptoms
Difficulty starting the car
Power loss
Rough idling
Causes
Camshaft position center failure
Fuel pump issues
Faulty ignition switch
Fixes
Replace faulty sensors
Test fuel pressure
Replace damaged ignition components
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- Premature Brake Wear
Symptoms
Grinding noises
Longer stopping distance
Squealing brakes
Causes
Warped brake motors
Sticky brake calipers
Fixes
Replace brake pads and rotors
Flush the brake fluid regularly
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Maintenance Tips For Dodge Caliber Owners
- Follow the service schedule
- Frequent oil changes at specified intervals (5,000-8,000 miles)
- Regular brake inspections
- Use genuine parts only
- Tires and alignment (every 20,000kms)
- After every 6 months clean the battery terminal
- Frequently check the fluid levels (power steering, coolant brake, oil)
- Go for regular diagnostic scans to detect problems at an early stage
- Scan for fault codes early when warning lights appear
We would like you to know that we sale genuine Dodge Caliber spare parts and body components. You can reach out to us through 0717200956 or email info@safarispares.co.ke and we will revert immediately.
