Eco mode DODGE JOURNEY 2009 1.G Owner's Manual

NOTE:If the multifunction lever is held in the Flash to
Pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams
will shut off. If this occurs, wait 30 seconds before
activating the Flash to Pass function again.
Interior Lights
Courtesy/Reading Lights
Models with Overhead Console
These lights are mounted in the overhead console be-
tween the sun visors. They are also located in the
headliner above the second row passenger seats. Press
and release the lens to turn ON or turn OFF the light
manually. These lights also turn on when you press the
UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter, open a door or the liftgate, or turn the
Dimmer Control completely upward to the second de-
tent. For models equipped with LED lighting, you can
swivel the lens socket to direct the light as desired. Models without Overhead Console
There are two courtesy/reading lights mounted in the
headliner between the sun visors. Press and release the
button next to the lens to turn ON or turn OFF the light
manually. A courtesy light is also mounted in the head-
liner above the second row passenger seats. Press and
release the lens to turn ON or turn OFF the light
manually. These lights also turn on when you press the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter, open a door or
the liftgate, or turn the Dimmer Control completely
upward to the second detent.
Cargo Light
This light is mounted in the liftgate trim panel. It turns on
when you press the UNLOCK button on the RKE trans-
mitter, open a door or the liftgate, or turn the Dimmer
Control completely upward to the second detent.
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Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
Rotate the Dimmer Control to the first detent to brighten
the odometer and radio display when the parking lights
or headlights are on during daylight conditions.
Interior Light ON
Rotate the Dimmer Control completely upward to the
second detent to turn ON the interior lights.
NOTE:The Battery Saver feature will not activate until
the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. Refer to
“Battery Saver Feature” for additional information.
Interior Light Defeat OFF
Rotate the Dimmer Control completely downward to the
(O) OFF position. The interior lights will remain off when
the doors are open.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The Windshield Wiper/Washer control lever is
located on the right side of the steering column.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
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Sales Code REN — Multimedia System —
If Equipped ...........................234
▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If
Equipped) ..........................235
▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition
System (VR) (If Equipped) ...............235
▫ Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped) . . . 235
▫ Clock Setting Procedur e.................236
 Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And
6–Disc CD/DVD Changer
(MP3/WMA AUX Jack) ..................238
▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode .......238
▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) ....247▫
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files ........249
▫ List Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play) ..............................251
▫ Info Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play) ..............................251
 Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With CD
Player (MP3 AUX Jack) ..................254
▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode .......254
▫ Operation Instructions - CD Mode For CD And
MP3 Audio Play ......................260
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files .............262
▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) .......265
▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) .......265
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15. Odometer/Trip Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has
been driven. The trip odometer shows individual trip
mileage. Refer to “Trip Odometer button” for additional
information.
NOTE:U.S. Federal regulations require upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify the mileage the
vehicle has been driven. Therefore, if the odometer
reading is changed because of repair or replacement, be
sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the
service so that the correct mileage can be determined.
Vehicle Warning Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, messages such as
“hood” (hood ajar), “door” (door ajar), “gATE” (liftgate
ajar), “LoCOOL” (low engine coolant), “LoWASH” (low
washer fluid), “gASCAP” (fuel cap fault), “ESPOFF” (ESP in partial off mode), “NoFUSE” (IOD fuse out),
“HotOIL” (2.4L engine oil temp too hot), or “CHANgE
OIL” will display in the odometer.
NOTE:
If the instrument cluster is equipped with the
optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC),
then most warnings will display in the EVIC. (See page
221 for more information.)
Hot Oil — 2.4L Engine
Refer to “Engine Oil Overheating — 2.4L Engine Only”
under “If Your Engine Overheats” in Section 6.
Fuel Cap Fault Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the
word “gASCAP” will display in the odometer. If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap until a “clicking” sound
is heard. Then press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn
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18. Charging System Warning LightThis light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should turn on when the
ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or turns on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s electrical devices,
such as the fog lights or rear defroster. If the light remains
on, it means that the charging system is experiencing a
problem. See your local authorized dealer to obtain
service immediately.
19. Cruise Indicator Light — If Equipped This indicator lights when the electronic speed
control system is turned on. (See page 159 for
more information.) 20. Trip Odometer Button
Changing the Display
Press and release this button once to change the display
from odometer to “Trip A.” Press and release it again to
change the display from “Trip A” to “Trip B.”
Resetting the Trip Odometer
Display the trip mileage that you want to reset, “Trip A”
or “Trip B.” Then push and hold the button (approxi-
mately two seconds) until the display resets to 0. The
odometer must be in Trip Mode to reset the trip odom-
eter.
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this display. Press and release the button once to turn on
the display. Press and release it again to turn off the
display.
Setting Compass Variance (Mid Line Cluster Only)
Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic
North and geographic North. To allow the compass
module to compensate for that difference and ensure
accuracy, you can set the variance in the compass module
to the zone where the vehicle is located according to the
Compass Variance Map. To set the variance, perform the
following procedure.
NOTE:
•Magnetic materials should be kept away from the top
of the instrument panel, as this is where the compass
sensor is located.
•The shift lever must be in PARK to enter the variance
setting mode.
To set the variance, first, turn the ignition switch to the
ON position. Next, press and hold the COMPASS/
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY button until the current
variance zone number displays (approximately 10
seconds). Then, press and release the button to incre-
ment the variance value by one, until the proper
variance zone is selected according to the map. Finally,
turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position to exit
this mode.
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NOTE:The default variance setting is Zone 8. When
setting the variance, the numbering will wrap around
from Zone 15 to Zone 1.
Calibrating the Compass (Mid Line Cluster Only)
If the compass appears erratic, inaccurate, or abnormal,
you may wish to calibrate it. However, prior to calibrat-
ing the compass, make sure the proper Compass Variance
value is selected.
NOTE: The shift lever must be in PARK to enter the
Calibration mode.
To calibrate the compass, first, start the engine. Next,
press and hold the COMPASS/TEMPERATURE DIS-
PLAY button until the current variance zone number
displays (approximately 10 seconds). Then, press and
hold the button again until the direction displays with
the “CAL” indicator on continuously (approximately 10
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Trip Functions
Press and release the MENU button until one of the
following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC:
•Average Fuel Economy
•Distance To Empty
•Elapsed Time
•Units In
Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the Trip
Computer functions.
The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa-
tion.
•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
continue from the last fuel average reading before the
reset.
•Distance To Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled 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. DTE cannot be reset through the RESET
button.
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.
•When the DTE value is less than 30 mi (48 km)
estimated driving distance, the DTE display will
change to a text display of LOW FUEL.This display
will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding
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An auxiliary input jack permits passengers to listen to a
portable MP3 player through the vehicle’s speakers. For
vehicles equipped with the Video Entertainment System
(VES)™, separate audio outputs allow passengers to
listen to the vehicle speakers while different audio tracks
play through the system’s wireless headphones. This
means rear-seat passengers can watch a DVD on the
optional rear seat entertainment system, while the driver
and front-seat passenger listen to the radio.
Other special features include direct tune, music type
selections, easy store presets, backup camera display for
vehicles equipped with a backup camera, and on some
models, a dual display screen operation. Refer to your
radio-specific user’s manual for detailed operating in-
structions.Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If
Equipped)
Refer to your radio-specific user’s manual for detailed
operating instructions.
Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition
System (VR) (If Equipped)
For the radio, refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in
Section 3.
For Hands Free Phone Communication (UConnect)
“Voice Recognition System (VR),” refer to “Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect)” in Section 3.
Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect ) (If Equipped)
Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect)” in
Section 3.
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SALES CODE REQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIO
AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER
(MP3/WMA AUX JACK)
NOTE:The radio sales code is located on the lower right
side of your radio faceplate.
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC
position to operate the radio.
Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)
Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the
radio. Press the ON/VOLUME control knob a second
time to turn off the radio.
Electronic Volume Control
The electronic volume control turns continuously (360
degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the
ON/VOLUME control knob to the right increases the
volume and to the left decreases it.
When the audio system is turned ON, the sound will be
set at the same volume level as last played.
RET Radio
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