trailer DODGE JOURNEY 2009 1.G Owner's Manual

The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4- and 7-pin
wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness
and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.
The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle
but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Refer to the following illustrations.
4-Pin Connector
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Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping,
and backing up the trailer in an area located away from
heavy traffic.
Towing Tips — Automatic Transaxle
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How-
ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, select
the “3” range for 4-speed automatic or the “5” range for
6-speed automatic.
NOTE:Using the “3” or “5” range while operating the
vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve
performance and extend transaxle life by reducing exces-
sive shifting and heat build up. This action will also
provide better engine braking.
If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45
minutes of continuous operation, then change the auto-
matic transaxle fluid and filter according to the interval
specified for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer tow-
ing” in the Maintenance Schedule.
7-Pin Connector
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CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,”
safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the A/C turned off until the pointer drops back
into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the
“H,” and you hear continuous chimes, turn the en-
gine OFF immediately, and call for service.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others
could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You
may want to call a service center if your vehicle over-
heats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself,
refer to Section 7 and follow the warnings under the
Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph.
Engine Oil Overheating — 2.4L Gas and 2.0L
Diesel Engines Only (If Equipped)
On hot days the engine oil temperature may become too
hot during sustained high-speed driving or if towing a
trailer up long grades. If this happens, a HOTOIL mes-
sage will flash in the odometer and the vehicle speed will
be reduced to 48 mph (77 km/h) maximum until the
engine oil temperature is reduced.
NOTE:Although the maximum vehicle speed is re-
duced to 48 mph (77 km/h), you may of course reduce
vehicle speed further as needed.
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
J22 25 Amp White —Sunroof Module - if
equipped
M1 —15 Amp
Blue Center High Mounted
Stop Light (CHMSL)
M2 —20 Amp
Yellow (If Equipped) Trailer
Lights
M3 —20 Amp
Yellow Front/Rear Axle
M4 —10 Amp
Red (If Equipped) Trailer
To w
M5 —25 Amp
Natural Power Inverter - if
equipped
M6 —20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlet #1/
Accessory (ACC) Rain
SensorCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M7 —20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlet #2 (Bat-
tery or Accessory
(ACC) Selectable)
M8 —20 Amp
Yellow Front Heated Seats -
if equipped
M9 —20 Amp
Yellow (If Equipped) Rear
Heated Seats
460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M10
—15 Amp
Blue
Vanity Lamps/
Hands-Free Module
(HFM) - if equipped,
Remote Display - if
equipped, Satellite
Digital Audio Re-
ceiver (SDARS) - if
equipped, Universal
Garage Door Opener
(UGDO) - if
equipped, Vanity
Light, Video Enter-
tainment System
(VES)™ - if equipped
M11
—10 Amp
Red
Automatic Tempera-
ture Control (ATC) -
if equipped, Under-
hood LightCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M12 —30 Amp
Green Radio, Amplifier
(AMP)
M13
—20 Amp
Yellow
Cabin Compartment
Node (CCN), Multi-
function Switch/Siren
Module
M14 —20 Amp
Yellow (If Equipped) Trailer
Tow (BUX)
M15
—20 Amp
Yellow
Auto Dim Rearview
Mirror - if equipped,
Infrared Sensor (IR) -
if equipped, Multi-
function Switch, Tire
Pressure Monitor Sys-
tem (TPMS) - if
equipped, Transfer
Case Module - if
equipped,
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461
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Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items MilesKilometers or Months
Replace the spark plugs on 2.4L and 2.7L engines. 30,00050 000 30
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. 60,000100 000 60
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. 60,000100 000 60
Change the automatic transaxle fluid and filter if us-
ing your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,
fleet, or frequent trailer towing. 60,000
100 000 60
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. † 90,000150 000 90
Flush and replace the engine coolant. 102,000170 000 60
Replace the spark plugs on 3.5L engines. 102,000170 000 102
Replace the timing belt on 3.5L engines. 102,000170 000 102
Change the automatic transaxle fluid and filter. 120,000200 000 120
Replace the accessory drive belt on 2.4L and 2.7L en-
gines. 120,000
200 000 120
482 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............375,377
GVWR ............................... 375
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect) ......... 93,266,267
Hard Drive (HDD) .................... 234,266
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 321
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 394
Head Restraints ......................... 130
Head Rests ............................ 130
Headlights ............................ 146
Automatic ........................... 147
Bulb Replacement ...................... 466
Cleaning ............................ 456
Delay .............................. 147
High Beam ........................... 466
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 150
Lights On Reminder .................... 148 On With Wipers
.................... 147,156
Passing ............................. 150
Switch .............................. 146
Time Delay .......................... 147
Heated Mirrors .......................... 91
Heated Seats ........................... 132
Heater ............................. 288,289
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 311
High Beam Indicator ..................... 207
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 150
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 381
Holder, Coin ........................... 183
Holder, Cup ........................... 178
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 163
Hood Release .......................... 144
Hoses ............................. 445,446
Ignition ............................... 14
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Engine Fails to Start.................... 310
Remote .............................. 27
Starting and Operating .................... 307
Starting Procedures ...................... 307
Steering Column Lock ......................... 157
Linkage ............................. 437
Power ........................... 336,436
Tilt Column .......................... 157
Wheel, Tilt ........................... 157
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls ......................... 282
Storage ............................ 180,464
Storage Bin ............................ 180
Storage, Vehicle ......................... 300
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 410
Sun Roof .............................. 170
Sun Visor Extension ....................... 91
Sunglasses Storage ....................... 163 Sunroof Maintenance
..................... 173
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 50
Sway Control, Trailer .................. 335,379
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 427
System, Navigation ...................... 266
System, Remote Starting .................... 27
Tachometer ............................ 208
Taillights .............................. 468
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 157
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 293
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......... 205
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 71
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 189
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 157
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 147
Tip Start ............................... 14
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Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 341
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 340
Tire Markings .......................... 337
Tire Safety Information .................... 337
Tires ............................ 81,345,493
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 352
Air Pressure .......................... 345
Alignment ........................... 354
Chains .............................. 355
Changing ............................ 396
Compact Spare ........................ 349
General Information .................... 345
High Speed .......................... 348
Inflation Pressures ..................... 346
Jacking ............................. 396
Life of Tires .......................... 352
Load Capacity ..................... 341,342
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 355
Quality Grading ....................... 493 Radial
.............................. 349
Replacement ......................... 352
Safety ........................... 337,345
Sizes ............................... 338
Snow Tires ........................... 355
Spare Tire ........................... 397
Spinning ............................ 351
Trailer Towing ........................ 387
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 351
To Open Hood .......................... 144
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 384
Towing ............................... 377
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............... 106
Behind a Motor Home .................. 392
Disabled Vehicle ....................... 412
Guide .............................. 382
Recreational .......................... 392
Weight .............................. 382
Towing Assistance ....................... 106
516 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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