fuel cap DODGE JOURNEY 2012 1.G User Guide

A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the MIL.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test. Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity – 2.4L Engine
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
the engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Com-
partment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Lubricants, which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber, should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models 20.5 Gallons 77.6 Liters
All-Wheel Drive Models 21 Gallons 79.8 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
Cooling System *
2.4L Engine and Single- or Dual-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 10.7 Quarts 10.1 Liters
2.4L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR Antifreeze/
Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 11.6 Quarts 11.0 Liters
3.6L Engine and Single- or Dual-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 13.1 Quarts 12.4 Liters
3.6L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR Antifreeze/
Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 14.5 Quarts 13.7 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy-
brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter MOPAREngine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs – 2.4L Engine ZFR5F-11 (Gap 0.044 in [1.12 mm])
Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Fuel Selection 87 Octane
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549

Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 207
Bulb Replacement ..................... 541,542
Bulbs, Light .......................... 94,541
Camera, Rear ........................... 225
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 548
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 447
Oil (Engine) ..................... 497,505
Power Steering ...................... 395
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 521
Car Washes ............................ 530
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............91,443
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................258,449
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 260
Cargo Area Features ...................... 257
Cargo Compartment ...................... 257
Light ............................. 257
Luggage Carrier ..................... 265 Cargo Load Floor
........................ 258
Cargo Management System ................. 258
Rollaway Tonneau Cover ............... 260
Tri-Fold Load Floor ................... 258
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 259
Cellular Phone .......................... 344
Certification Label ....................... 449
Chains, Tire ............................ 427
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 471
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 410
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............274,500
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 90
Checks, Safety ........................... 90
Child Booster Seat ........................ 78
Child Restraint .................. 76,77,80,84,86
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............82,84
Child Safety Locks ........................ 32
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 439
580 INDEX

CleaningWheels ............................ 531
Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 512
Climate Control ......................... 344
Coin Holder ........................... 251
Cold Weather Operation ................... 370
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 343
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 422
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 293
Connector UCI .............................. 341
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 341
Conserving Fuel ........................ 292
Console, Floor .......................... 251
Console, Overhead ....................... 227
Contract, Service ........................ 571
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 521
Cooling System ......................... 518
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 520Coolant Capacity
..................... 548
Coolant Level .................... 518,522
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 521
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 519
Inspection .......................... 522
Points to Remember .................. 522
Pressure Cap ........................ 521
Radiator Cap ....................... 521
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....519,548,549
Corrosion Protection ..................... 529
Cupholders ......................... 249,534
Customer Assistance ..................... 569
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 75
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 208
Daytime Running Lights ................... 204
Dealer Service .......................... 501
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 264
Defroster, Windshield ................... 92,351
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INDEX 581

Jump Starting....................... 483
Overheating ........................ 469
Towing ............................ 490
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 500
Engine ............................. 89,497
Air Cleaner ......................... 506
Block Heater ........................ 372
Break-In Recommendations .............. 89
Checking Oil Level ................... 503
Compartment .................... 497,498
Compartment Identification ............. 498
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 518,549
Cooling ........................... 518
Exhaust Gas Caution ..............43,91,443
Fails to Start ........................ 371
Flooded, Starting ..................... 371
Fuel Requirements .................... 439
Jump Starting ....................... 483
Oil ......................... 503,548,549Oil Change Interval
................ 291,504
Oil Filler Cap .................... 497,505
Oil Filter ........................... 506
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 506
Oil Selection ..................... 504,548
Oil Synthetic ........................ 505
Operation ........................... 89
Overheating ........................ 469
Starting ........................... 368
Temperature Gauge ................... 281
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 505
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 505
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 71
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 440
Event Data Recorder ...................... 75
Exhaust Gas Caution ................. 43,91,443
Exhaust System ....................... 91,515
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 104
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INDEX 583

Exterior Light Service..................... 542
Exterior Lighting ........................ 202
Exterior Lights ........................ 94,542
Fabric Care ............................ 532
Filler Location Fuel .................... 281,447
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 506
Air Conditioning .................. 360,510
Engine Oil ....................... 506,549
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 506
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 206
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................... 469
Turn Signal .................... 94,205,276
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 446
Engine Oil ......................... 446
Fuel Requirements ................. 443,445Maintenance
........................ 447
Replacement Parts .................... 447
Starting ........................... 446
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 371
Floor Console .......................... 251
Fluid Capacities ......................... 548
Fluid Leaks ............................. 94
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission .............526,528
Brake .......................... 524,550
Cooling System ...................... 518
Engine Oil ......................... 503
Power Steering ................... 395,550
Fluid, Brake ........................... 550
Fluids ................................ 549
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 549
Fog Light Service ........................ 543
Fog Lights ....................... 204,276,543
Folding Rear Seat ..................... 190,197
584 INDEX

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 487
Fuel ................................. 439
Adding ........................... 447
Additives .......................... 441
Clean Air .......................... 439
Conserving ......................... 292
Ethanol ........................... 440
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............281,447
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .................. 281
Gasoline ........................... 439
Gauge ............................ 281
Light ............................. 288
Materials Added ..................... 441
Methanol .......................... 440
Octane Rating .................... 439,549
Requirements ....................... 439
Saver Mode ........................ 292
Specifications ....................... 549
Tank Capacity ....................... 548 Fuel Optimizer
......................... 292
Fuel Saver ............................. 292
Fuel System Caution ..................... 448
Fuel, Flexible ........................... 443
Fueling ............................... 447
Fuses ................................ 535
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ........... 230
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............447,499
Gasoline (Fuel) Conserving ......................... 292
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 439
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 439
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................. 281
Fuel .............................. 281
Speedometer ........................ 281
Tachometer ......................... 274
Gear Ranges ........................ 375,383
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INDEX 585

Intensity Control..................... 207
Interior ............................ 206
License ............................ 546
Lights On Reminder .................. 204
Low Fuel .......................... 288
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 274
Map Reading ....................... 208
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ........ 208
Park .............................. 542
Passing ............................ 206
Reading ........................... 208
Rear Servicing .................... 542,544
Rear Tail ........................... 544
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 278
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............ 281
Service ......................... 541,542
Service Engine Soon
(Malfunction Indicator) ................ 274
Side Marker ........................ 542 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)
............ 281
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .......277,431
Traction Control ..................... 406
Turn Signal ................. 94,205,542,544
Vanity Mirror ....................... 105
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 274
Load Floor, Cargo ....................... 258
Loading Vehicle ...................... 449,451
Capacities .......................... 451
Tires .............................. 414
Locks ................................. 29
Auto Unlock ......................... 31
Automatic Door ...................... 31
Child Protection ...................... 32
Door .............................. 29
Power Door ......................... 30
Low Tire Pressure System .................. 431
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ............................ 82,84
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INDEX 589