wipers DODGE JOURNEY 2010 1.G Owners Manual

▫Power Seat — If Equipped .............. 104
▫ Adjusting Active Head Restraints ......... 105
▫ Second Row Passenger Seats ............ 108
▫ Third Row Passenger Seats — Seven
Passenger Models .................... 108
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............ 108
▫ 60/40 Split Second-Row Passenger Seats .... 109
▫ 50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats With
Fold-Flat Feature —
Seven Passenger Models ............... 117
 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 119
 Lights ............................. 121
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 121
▫ Headlights And Parking Lights .......... 122▫
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ...... 122
▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 123
▫ Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped ...... 123
▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer .............. 124
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .... 125
▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 125
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 125
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 126
▫ Lane Change Assist ................... 127
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 127
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 127
▫ Interior Lights ...................... 127
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▫Battery Saver Feature ................. 128
▫ Cargo Light ........................ 128
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 128
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation ............ 129
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 130
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 131
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 132
▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 132
 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column — If
Equipped ............................ 133
 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 134
▫ To Activate ......................... 134
▫ To Set a Desired Speed ................ 135 ▫
To Deactivate ....................... 135
▫ To Resume Speed .................... 135
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 136
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 136
 Parkview Rear Back Up Camera — If
Equipped ............................ 137
▫ Turning Parkview On Or Off — With
Navigation/Multimedia Radio ........... 138
▫ Turning Parkview On Or Off — Without
Navigation/Multimedia Radio ........... 138
 Overhead Console ..................... 139
▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights .............. 139
▫ Sunglasses Storage ................... 140
▫ Interior Observation Mirror ............. 140
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NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-
lights will turn on in the automatic mode.
Headlights with Wipers (Available with Automatic
Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on
if the multifunction lever is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers
are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
The Headlights with Wipers feature can be turned on or
off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) (if equipped). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Fea-
tures” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped
This feature is particularly useful when exiting your
vehicle in an unlit area. It provides the safety of headlight
illumination for up to 90 seconds after turning the
ignition switch to the LOCK position.
To activate the delay, turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position while the headlights are still on. Then,
turn off the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay
interval begins when you turn off the headlights. Only
the headlights will illuminate during this time.Headlight Switch
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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 up-
ward to the second detent.
Battery Saver Feature
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically within 10 minutes of turning the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are on
because a door is open.
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.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on
the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are
operated by rotating a switch, located at the end of the
lever. For information on using the rear window wiper/
washer, refer to “Rear Window Features” in “Under-
standing the Features of Your Vehicle”.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
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Windshield Wiper Operation
Rotate the end of the lever upward to the LO position for
low-speed wiper operation.
Rotate the end of the lever upward to the HI position for
high-speed wiper operation.NOTE:
The wipers will automatically return to the
“park” position if you turn OFF the ignition switch while
they are operating. The wipers will resume operation
when you turn the ignition switch back to the ON
position.
CAUTION!
•Turn the windshield wipers OFF when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to the
windshield wipers may result if the wiper control
is left in any position other than OFF.
•In cold weather, always turn OFF the wiper switch
and allow the wipers to return to the park position
before turning OFF the engine. If the wiper switch
is left ON and the wipers freeze to the windshield,
damage to the wiper motor may occur when the
vehicle is restarted.
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Front Wiper Control
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to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between
cycles at vehicle speeds greater than 10 mph (16 km/h).
NOTE:The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed.
If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h),
delay times will be doubled.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer
control lever toward you and hold it for as long as
washer spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the delay range, the wipers will operate in low-speed for
two or three wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then
resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the OFF position, the wipers will operate for two or three
wipe cycles and then turn OFF.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before and during
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Mist Feature
Push downward on the windshield wiper/washer con-
trol lever to activate a single wipe cycle to clear the
windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
The wipers will continue to operate until you release the
lever.
Headlights With Wipers (Available with Automatic
Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned ON
if the multifunction lever (on the left side of the steering
column) is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the
headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned OFF
if they were turned ON by this feature.
The “Headlights with Wipers” feature can be turned on
or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) (if equipped). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-
Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In-
strument Panel” for further information.
Mist Control
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REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear window wiper/washer control is located on the
right side of the steering column.Rotate the switch upward to the “On” position will
activate the rear wiper.
Rotate the switch upward to the “washer” position
will activate that rear washer. The washer pump
will continue to operate as long as the lever or ring
is engaged. Upon release, the wipers will cycle three
times before returning to the set position.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned
to the LOCK position, the wiper will automatically return
to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted, the
wiper will resume function at whichever position the
switch is set at.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Control
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“Flash Lamp With Lock”
When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will
flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the
RKE transmitter. This feature may be selected with or
without the sound horn on lock feature selected. To make
your selection, press and release the RESET button until
“ON” or “OFF” appears.
“Headlamp Off Delay”
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
after turning the ignition to the LOCK position. To make
your selection, press and release the RESET button until
“0,” “30,” “60,” or “90” appears.
“Headlamps With Wipers” (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When ON is selected, and the multifunction lever is
placed in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turnedON. The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are
turned OFF if they were turned ON by this feature. To
make your selection, press and release the RESET button
until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
“Key-Off Power Delay”
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, Uconnect™ Phone (if equipped), DVD
video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped),
and ignition powered outlets will remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF.
Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make
your selection, press and release the RESET button until
“Off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” or “10 min.” appears.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front
with sling-type towing equipment. Damage to the
front fascia will result.
•Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-
axle may result.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the key must be in the ON position,
not the ACC position. Make certain the transaxle remains
in NEUTRAL.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi-
tions:
•The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL.
•The distance to be traveled must not exceed 15 miles
(25 km).
•The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
CAUTION!
Exceeding these towing limits may cause a transaxle
failure. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If the transaxle is not
operative, or if the vehicle is to be towed more than
15 miles (25 km), the vehicle must be transported
either with a flatbed truck or with the front wheels
off the ground.
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi-
tions:
•The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL.
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