windshield wipers DODGE JOURNEY 2012 1.G Owners Manual

▫50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats With
Fold-Flat Feature —
Seven Passenger Models ............... 197
 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 200
 Lights ............................. 202
▫ Headlight Switch .................... 202
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ...... 202
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 203
▫ Headlight Time Delay ................. 203
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If
Equipped .......................... 204
▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 204
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 204 ▫
Multifunction Lever .................. 205
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 205
▫ Lane Change Assist ................... 206
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 206
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 206
▫ Interior Lights ...................... 206
▫ Map/Reading Lights .................. 208
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 208
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 209
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation ............ 210
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 211
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 212
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97

Interior Light Defeat (OFF)
Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom off
position. The interior lights will remain off when the
doors are open.
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent.
This feature brightens all text displays such as the
odometer, EVIC (if equipped), and radio when the park-
ing lights or headlights are on.
Map/Reading Lights
These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the
overhead console. Refer to “Overhead Console” in “Un-
derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further
information.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on
the left 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 “Understanding The Features Of Your Ve-
hicle”.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
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Windshield Wiper Operation
Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first detent past
the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation.
Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent
past the intermittent settings for high-speed wiper opera-
tion.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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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents
the windshield wiper blades from returning to the
“park” position. If the windshield wiper control is
turned OFF, and the blades cannot return to the
“park” position, damage to the wiper motor may
occur.
Windshield Washers
To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob,
located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to
the second detent.
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 a collision. 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
windshield washer use.3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211

Mist Feature
Push the washer knob, located on the end of the multi-
function lever, inward to the first detent 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.
NOTE:The mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the
windshield. The wash function must be used in order to
spray the windshield with washer fluid.
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. NOTE:
The “Headlights With Wipers” feature can be
turned on and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System,
refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or
shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control
handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of
the steering column.
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Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield or rear window.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield or rear window. Make sure that they are
not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid
damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of contact
with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this
will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the
liftgate glass.
1 — Wiper Arm
2 — Pivot Cap
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513

WaterDriving Through ..................... 393
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 531
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 531
Wind Buffeting ....................... 41,241
Window Fogging ........................ 360
Windows .............................. 38
Power ............................. 38
Windshield Defroster ...................... 92 Windshield Washers
................... 208,211
Fluid ............................. 515
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 512
Windshield Wipers ....................... 208
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 512
Wiper, Delay ........................... 209
Wiper, Rear ............................ 262
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 209
Wrecker Towing ......................... 490
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INDEX 599