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Dodge Caliber 2008 Parts Catalog: The Only Way to Identify the Right Part

If you’ve ever ordered a front strut for your 2008 Dodge Caliber 2008 Parts Catalog and ended up with one that doesn’t fit the cradle, you know the headache. Returns eat time, and wrong parts kill momentum. This isn’t a generic aftermarket booklet — it’s the factory Chrysler Parts Catalog, 525 pages of exploded diagrams and VIN-specific part numbers. Every figure, every line code, every sales code is laid out so you order the exact knuckle, brake line, or stabilizer bar the first time. No guesswork, no cross-referencing three different websites.

What This Parts Catalog Actually Covers

Seven major groups: Front Suspension (Group 2), All-Wheel Drive driveline (Group 3590), Front-Wheel Drive driveline (Group 0035ZU), Brakes (Group 5), Clutch (Group 6), Cooling (Group 7), and Electrical (Group 8). Each group contains numbered figures — for example, Fig. 2-105 shows the front suspension assembly with strut and cradle. The table of contents lists every sub-group: Front Stabilizer Bar (Fig. 2-205), Front Axle Drive Shafts (Fig. 3590-310), Drive Shaft (Fig. 3590-620), Rear Axle Assembly (Fig. 3590-705), and more. You want the part number for a rear disc park brake assembly? Check Fig. 5-725 under Parking Brake Lever, Cables, and Rear Disc Park Brake Assembly. It’s all there.

VIN Decoding: Why You Cannot Skip This Page

Page 1 of this manual contains the complete VIN plate decoding table. Position 5 tells you whether your Caliber is FWD (LHD or RHD) or AWD. Position 8 gives the engine code — K for 2.4L Dual VVT gasoline, F for 2.4L turbo, B for 2.0L DOHC Dual VVT gasoline, and so on. Position 6 defines the series: SE, SXT, R/T, or SRT4. If you order brake calipers without decoding position 5 and 8, you risk getting parts for a 2.0L diesel when you have a 2.4L turbo. I’ve seen it happen. Don’t skip this page. You’ll also find the assembly plant code (Belvidere for 2008) and build sequence. Use this data every time you open the catalog.

Front Suspension: Strut, Cradle, and Stabilizer Bar

Group 2 covers the front suspension. You get two figures: Fig. 2-105 for the complete front suspension (strut, cradle, lower control arm, knuckle) and Fig. 2-205 for the front stabilizer bar. Each figure lists ITEM, PART NUMBER, QTY, LINE, SERIES, BODY. That line-and-series column is critical — it ties directly back to your VIN. A Caliber SXT with a 2.0L gasoline engine may use a different stabilizer bar bracket than an R/T with the 2.4L. The part numbers are different, and this catalog shows you which one fits your specific build. If you’re replacing a strut, look up the correct part number from this group before ordering.

Brake System Diagrams and Part Numbers

Group 5 decodes the brake system into eight sub-sections. Front brakes (Fig. 5-110) and rear disc brakes (Fig. 5-205) are the most commonly needed. But the manual also covers the vacuum power brake booster (Fig. 5-305), master cylinder (Fig. 5-405), and the hydraulic control unit with brake tubes and hoses. If your Caliber has anti-lock brakes, you need Fig. 5-505 (LHD) or Fig. 5-510 (RHD). If it doesn’t, you need Fig. 5-515 for front tubes without ABS. The parking brake lever and cables are in Fig. 5-705, and the rear disc park brake assembly in Fig. 5-725. Each figure includes a quantity column so you know if that part is sold individually or in sets.

Driveline: AWD vs. FWD Components

Two separate groups handle driveline parts. Group 3590 is for All-Wheel Drive models — includes front axle drive shafts (Fig. 3590-310), drive shaft (Fig. 3590-620), rear axle assembly (Fig. 3590-705), rear axle mounting (Fig. 3590-880), and rear axle shafts (Fig. 3590-905). Group 0035ZU covers Front-Wheel Drive front axle drive shafts (Fig. 0035ZU-310). If you have an AWD Caliber, the rear axle housing and differential parts are not interchangeable with a FWD car. The catalog makes the distinction clear with separate figure numbers and line series codes.

Ordering Wrong Parts? Use This Manual the Right Way

Start with your VIN. Decode it using page 1. Write down the line code (e.g., B for FWD LHD) and the series code (e.g., 4 for SXT). Then go to the group you need — say Group 2 Front Suspension. Find the figure that matches your assembly. Cross-check the LINE and SERIES columns in the figure against your VIN data. If the figure shows a part number for line B series 4, and your car is line E series 7, that part does not fit. Order only the parts that match your exact line and series. That’s how you avoid returns. And if you’re working on a brake job, don’t forget to check whether your car has ABS — the tube and hose figures change.

525 Pages of Factory-Sourced Data

At 525 pages, this is the complete factory release from Chrysler for the 2008 model year. It includes a model year index and a vehicle family index so you can jump to the right section quickly. The PDF bookmarks mirror the printed manual — you can click from “Return to Model Year Index” straight into Group 7 Cooling or Group 8 Electrical. Every figure is scanned from the original lithograph. No aftermarket re-drawings, no third-party part numbers. This is what dealers used when they ordered parts from the warehouse.

If you’re restoring a Caliber, swapping a transmission, or just replacing suspension bushings, you need this catalog open on your tablet or printed out. Pair it with the Dodge Caliber Body Repair Manual – Section: Additional Support/Information for body panel part numbers, and the Dodge Caliber Service Manual Group Tab Locator to navigate the service procedures. For audio system wiring, the Dodge Caliber 8W-47 Audio System Satellite Radio Schematic – Section: Rear Windo shows you the pinouts. External resources like Automotive Industry Overview can give you background, but for part numbers, this catalog is the only source you can trust. And if you need battery specs, check Automotive Battery — but come back to this manual for the hold-down bracket and cable part numbers.

Do not waste another weekend on parts that don’t fit. Access the Factory Manual now and get the right numbers the first time.

Can I use this catalog to repair my 2008 Dodge Caliber?

No. This is a parts catalog – it lists part numbers and shows exploded views. You need the factory service manual for torque specs and removal procedures.

Does the catalog cover the 2008 Caliber SRT4?

Yes. The VIN decoding table includes SRT4 series codes (position 6 = 6) and the turbo engine code F (position 8).

How do I find the correct front brake caliper part number?

First decode your VIN to get the line and series codes (page 1). Then open Group 5 Front Brakes, Fig. 5-110. The table lists part numbers for each line/series combination. If your Caliber has ABS, cross-check the brake tube figure (5-505 or 5-510) – the caliper may differ between ABS and non-ABS systems. Match all three: line, series, and ABS status.

Is this an original OEM manual or a reprint?

This is the factory PDF from Chrysler – original 2008 publication, not a third-party reprint.

Related Manuals:

• Dodge Caliber Body Repair Manual – Section: Additional Support/Information
• Dodge Caliber Service Manual Group Tab Locator
• Dodge Caliber 8W-47 Audio System Satellite Radio Schematic – Section: Rear Windo
• Automotive Industry Overview
• Automotive Battery