odometer DODGE JOURNEY 2009 1.G User Guide

EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed inbold type,
must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure
the continued proper functioning of the Emissions Con-
trol System. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service should also be done anytime a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sions control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part that has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 mi (805
km).
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NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil
if it has been six months since your last oil change,
even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 mi (10,000 km) or six months, whichever
comes first.Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If this
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Oil Change
Required” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in Section 4 or under “Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” under “Instrument Cluster Descriptions” in Section
4.
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Additives............................ 371
Clean Air ............................ 369
Conserving .......................... 226
Ethanol ............................. 369
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................... 372
Gasoline ............................ 368
Gauge .............................. 205
Hoses .............................. 446
Materials Added ....................... 371
Methanol ............................ 369
Octane Rating ...................... 368,474
Requirements ......................... 368
Saver Mode .......................... 226
Specifications ......................... 474
Tank Capacity ........................ 472
Fuel, Flexible ............. See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution ..................... 373
Fueling ............................... 372
Fuses ................................ 457 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 163
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)
...............372,421
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge) ................... 205
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 369
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 368
Conserving .......................... 226
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 369
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................... 205
Fuel ................................ 205
Odometer ........................... 209
Speedometer ......................... 207
Tachometer .......................... 208
Gear Ranges ........................... 314
Gearshift .............................. 314
General Information ............18,26,120,318,363
General Maintenance ..................... 424
Glass Cleaning .......................... 456
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...............375,378
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Occupant Restraints....................... 39
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............368,474
Odometer Trip ............................. 212,218
Oil Change Indicator .................. 210,225
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............210,225
Oil, Engine ......................... 424,474
Capacity ............................ 472
Change Interval .................. 210,225,426
Checking ............................ 424
Dipstick ............................. 424
Disposal ............................ 428
Filter ............................ 428,474
Filter Disposal ........................ 428
Identification Logo ..................... 426
Materials Added to ..................... 427
Recommendation ................... 426,472
Synthetic ............................ 427
Viscosity .......................... 427,472Oil Filter, Change
........................ 428
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 428
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............421,422
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 163
Operating Precautions .................... 421
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 89
Overdrive .......................... 208,315
Overhead Console ....................... 162
Overheating, Engine ................ 206,394,395
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .......... 492
Paint Care ............................. 452
Panic Alarm ............................ 24
Parking Brake .......................... 323
Parking On Hill ......................... 323
Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System) .... 139
Passing Light ........................... 150
Personal Settings ........................ 230
Pets .................................. 77
510 INDEX

Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home......... 392
Traction .............................. 320
Traction Control ...................... 215,331
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................. 335
Trailer Towing .......................... 377
Cooling System Tips .................... 392
Hitches ............................. 381
Minimum Requirements ................. 385
Tips ................................ 390
Trailer and Tongue Weight ................ 384
Wiring .............................. 388
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 382
Trailer Weight .......................... 382
Transaxle Additives ............................ 451
Automatic ........................ 31 1,449
Autostick ............................ 317
Filter ............................... 451
Maintenance .......................... 449 Operation
............................ 311
Overdrive ........................... 315
Selection of Lubricant ................... 476
Transmission ..................... See Transaxle
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink) ........................... 163
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 20
Transporting Pets ........................ 77
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 351
Trip Odometer .......................... 209
Trip Odometer Reset Button .............212,218
Turn Signals ................... 146,149,207,468
UCI Connector ......................... 278
UConnect (Hands-Free Phone) ............93,266
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