DODGE JOURNEY 2012 1.G Owners Manual

2. Press the “Outlet” soft-key to turn the power inverter
On or Off.
CUPHOLDERS
There are two cupholders, located in the center floor
console, for the front passengers.For passengers in the second row there are two cuphold-
ers, located in the center armrest between the two seats.
When the armrest is folded flat the cupholders are in the
back of the Head Restraint. The Head Restraint can be
adjusted to better position the cupholders.
Floor Console CupholdersArmrest Cupholders
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For vehicles equipped with third row seating, there are
additional cupholders located in the trim panels.
In addition to cupholders, vehicles may also be equipped
with bottle holders. The bottle holders are located on the
door trim panels.WARNING!
If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle
holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn-
ing the occupants. Be careful when closing the doors
to avoid injury.
Door Bottle Holder
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STORAGE
Glovebox Storage
The glovebox storage compartment is located on the
passenger side of the instrument panel. Pull on the
release handle to open the glovebox storage compart-
ment.
Floor Console Storage
An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the floor
console.
Glovebox Storage Compartment
Floor Console Cubby Bin
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Center Console Storage
There is a storage compartment located under the center
console armrest.Pull upward on the release handle, located on the front of
the lid, to open the storage compartment.
Center Console
Opened Storage Compartment
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Sliding Armrest
The center console armrest can also be slid rearward for
easy access to the storage area.WARNING!
Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart-
ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music
players, and other handheld electronic devices
should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices
while driving can cause an accident due to distrac-
tion, resulting in death or injury.
Sliding Armrest
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Flip ’n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage — If
Equipped
The seat latch release-loop is located in the center of the
seat cushion between the seat cushion and the seatback.
Pull the loop upward to release the latch and then
forward to open the seat to the detent position.NOTE:
Make sure that objects inside the bin do not
interfere with the latch before closing the seat. Push the
seat cushion downward after closing it to make sure it
latches to the base.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seat cushion is locked securely
into position before using the seat. Otherwise, the
seat will not provide the proper stability for passen-
gers. An improperly latched seat cushion could cause
serious injury.
Second-Row Passenger Seat Temporary Storage
Bin
This is a temporary storage bin designed for use when
the seatback/armrest is down. Be sure to remove all
items from this bin before raising the seatback/armrest.
Front Passenger Seat Storage Compartment
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Second-Row Map Pocket And Grocery Retainers
— If Equipped
A map storage pocket and grocery retainers are located
on the back of the drivers seatback.
In-Floor Storage Bin With Removable Liner
NOTE:Position the front seat to at least a mid-track
position to provide easier access to the storage bin.
An in-floor storage bin is located behind each front seat.
Each 1.6 gal (5.9 l) bin can hold up to 12, 12 oz (0.35 l)
cans, plus ice, or other items. The removable bin liner
allows for easy filling, emptying, and cleaning.
Seat Storage And Grocery Retainers
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To access the bin, position the floor mat aside (if
equipped). Pull the door latch release-loop upward to
release the latch and then forward to open the bin door.The liner can be removed for easy cleaning by lifting on
the notches as shown.
In-Floor Storage
Removable Liner
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CARGO AREA FEATURES
Rechargeable Flashlight — If Equipped
The rechargeable LED flashlight stores in its charging
station in the left rear quarter trim panel. To remove it,
press on the indent on the side of the flashlight and
release.To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high,
twice for low, and a third time to return to off.
NOTE:
Be sure to return the flashlight to its charging
station when not in use to ensure it is ready for operation
the next time you need it.
Rechargeable Flashlight
Three-Press Switch
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Cargo Management System
Five Passenger System Features
•
A raised load floor that sits on top of a large built-in
storage bin.
•A tri-fold door built into the load floor that allows easy
access to items in the built-in storage bin.
•60/40 split second-row passenger seats with fold flat
feature, which allows for extended cargo space. Refer
to “Seats” in “Understanding The Features Of Your
Vehicle” for further information.
•An optional front passenger seat with fold flat feature,
which extends cargo space even further. Refer to
“Seats” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
•Cargo tie-downs.
•A retractable cargo area cover (if equipped).
Seven Passenger System Features
•
A large built-in storage bin with a hinged hardcover
located in the floor behind the third-row passenger
seats.
•60/40 split second-row passenger seats with fold flat
feature, which allows for extended cargo space. Refer
to “Seats” in “Understanding The Features of Your
Vehicle” for further information.
•50/50 split third-row passenger seats with fold flat
feature, which allows for extended cargo space. Refer
to “Seats” in “Understanding The Features of Your
Vehicle” for further information.
•An optional front passenger seat with fold flat feature,
which extends cargo space even further. Refer to
“Seats” in “Understanding The Features of Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
•Cargo tie-downs.
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