trailer DODGE JOURNEY 2012 1.G Owner's Guide

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this
manual must be done at the times or mileages specified
to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the 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.
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. 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. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” message is displayed.
Depending on operating conditions, the message may
appear as early as 3,500 miles (5 630 km) since last reset.
Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within
the next 500 miles (805 km).
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56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or
42 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
56,000 miles (91 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
64,000 miles (104 000 km).
❏ Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engine).
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏ Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid.
❏ Replace power transfer unit (PTU) fluid.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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Gear Select Lever Override................. 488
General Information .........17,25,127,161,390,438
General Maintenance ..................... 502
Glass Cleaning .......................... 534
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...............450,452
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............450,451
GVWR ............................... 450
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 393
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 469
Head Restraints ......................... 185
Headlights Automatic ......................... 202
Bulb Replacement .................... 542
Cleaning ........................... 533
Delay ............................. 203 High Beam
......................... 542
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...... 206
Lights On Reminder .................. 204
On With Wipers ................... 203,212
Passing ............................ 206
Switch ............................ 202
Time Delay ......................... 203
Heated Mirrors ......................... 104
Heated Seats ........................... 179
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 372
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 206
Hitches Trailer Towing ....................... 456
Holder, Coin ........................... 251
Holder, Cup ........................... 249
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 230
Hood Release .......................... 200
586 INDEX

Sway Control, Trailer.................. 407,453
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 505
System, Remote Starting .................... 25
Tachometer ............................ 274
Taillights .............................. 544
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 212
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 353
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......... 281
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 82
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 17
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 17
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 259
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 212
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 203
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 414
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 412
Tire Markings .......................... 408
Tire Safety Information .................... 408 Tires ............................
94,418,575
Aging (Life of Tires) .................. 425
Air Pressure ........................ 418
Chains ............................ 427
Changing .......................... 471
Compact Spare ...................... 422
General Information .................. 418
High Speed ......................... 421
Inflation Pressures .................... 419
Jacking ............................ 471
Life of Tires ........................ 425
Load Capacity .................... 414,415
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ......... 431
Pressure Warning Light ................ 277
Quality Grading ..................... 575
Radial ............................ 421
Replacement ........................ 426
Rotation ........................... 430
Safety .......................... 408,418
596 INDEX

Sizes............................. 410
Snow Tires ......................... 429
Spare Tire .......................... 472
Spinning ........................... 424
Trailer Towing ....................... 461
Tread Wear Indicators ................. 425
To Open Hood .......................... 200
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 458
Towing ............................... 451
Behind a Motorhome .................. 465
Disabled Vehicle ..................... 490
Guide ............................. 457
Recreational ........................ 465
Weight ............................ 457
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome .......... 465
Traction .............................. 392
Traction Control ......................... 403
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................. 407 Trailer Towing
.......................... 451
Cooling System Tips .................. 465
Hitches ............................ 456
Minimum Requirements ................ 459
Tips .............................. 464
Trailer and Tongue Weight .............. 458
Wiring ............................ 462
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 457
Trailer Weight .......................... 457
Transaxle Autostick .......................... 390
Selection of Lubricant ................. 550
Transmission Automatic ....................... 372,525
Filter ............................. 528
Fluid .......................... 526,528
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 24
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