towing DODGE JOURNEY 2013 1.G Owner's Guide

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding
vehicles under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the battery is discharged,
see “Shift Lever Override” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” for instructions on shifting the automatic transmis-
sion out of PARK for towing.CAUTION!
•Do not use sling type equipment when towing. When
securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not attach to
front or rear suspension components. Damage to your
vehicle may result from improper towing.
•Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-
mission may result.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels
OFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the
vehicle on a flatbed, or with one end of vehicle raised and
the opposite end on a towing dolly.
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CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheelsOFFthe ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission
is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four
wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
•The transmission must be in NEUTRAL.
•The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km).
•The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must
be towed faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than
15 miles (24 km), it must be towed with the front
wheels OFF the ground (using a flatbed truck, towing
dolly, or wheel lift equipment with the front wheels
raised).
CAUTION!
Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than
15 mi (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can
cause severe transmission damage. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL).
It will also store diagnostic codes and other information
to assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system.
It could also affect fuel economy and drivability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the
word “gASCAP” will display in the odometer. If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap until a “clicking” sound7
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To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the igni-
tion switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change the automatic transmis-
sion fluid and filter(s) if using
your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet,
or frequent trailer towing.X
Replace rear drive assembly
(RDA) fluid.XX
Replace power transfer unit
(PTU) fluid.XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessaryX
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S590 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Diagnostic System, Onboard.................527
Dimmer Switch, Headlight...................225
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission..................555
Oil (Engine)...........................531
Power Steering.........................421
Disabled Vehicle Towing....................519
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................550
Door Locks..............................30
Door Locks, Automatic......................32
Door Opener, Garage.......................250
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water.........................418
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy......312
E-85 Fuel...............................473
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)........262Electrical Power Outlets.....................262
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................117
Electronic Brake Control System...............426
Anti-Lock Brake System..................425
Brake Assist System.....................428
Traction Control System...................429
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..............429
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........234
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............430
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......245
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................517
Hazard Warning Flasher..................498
Jacking...............................500
Jump Starting..........................512
Overheating...........................498
Towing..............................519
Emission Control System Maintenance..........528
610 INDEX

Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water.........................418
Hazard Warning Flasher....................498
Headlights
Automatic............................221
Bulb Replacement.......................574
Cleaning.............................563
Delay................................221
High Beam............................574
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.........225
Lights On Reminder.....................222
On With Wipers........................221
Passing..............................225
Switch...............................220
Time Delay............................221
Head Restraints..........................205
Heated Mirrors...........................118
Heated Seats.............................198Heater, Engine Block.......................396
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch. . . .225
Hitches
Trailer Towing.........................486
Holder, Coin.............................271
Holder, Cup.............................269
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)............250
Hood Release............................218
Ignition
Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)....................16
Infant Restraint...........................79
Information Center, Vehicle..................303
Inside Rearview Mirror.....................115
Instrument Cluster........................294
Instrument Panel and Controls................292
Instrument Panel Cover.....................562
614 INDEX

Radio Remote Controls.....................366
Rear Air Conditioning......................379
Rear Axle (Differential).....................558
Rear Camera............................245
Rear Cupholder..........................269
Rear Drive Assembly.......................558
Rear Liftgate.............................44
Rear Park Sense System.....................237
Rear Seat, Folding.........................209
Rear Window Defroster.....................285
Rear Window Features.....................283
Rear Wiper/Washer........................283
Reclining Front Seats.......................202
Reclining Rear Seats.......................212
Recorder, Event Data.......................77
Recreational Towing.......................496
Reformulated Gasoline.....................469
Refrigerant..............................538
Release, Hood............................218Reminder, Lights On.......................222
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................61
Remote Control
Starting System.........................26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)..................22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........366
Remote Starting System......................26
Replacement Bulbs........................572
Replacement Keys.........................17
Replacement Parts.........................529
Replacement Tires.........................455
Reporting Safety Defects....................599
Resetting Oil Change Indicator................297
Restraint, Head...........................205
Restraints, Child...........................79
Restraints, Occupant........................45
Retractable Cargo Area Cover................280
Reverse Lights...........................576
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck
.................517
620 INDEX

Sizes................................436
Snow Tires............................449
Spare Tire.............................501
Spinning.............................453
Trailer Towing.........................491
Tread Wear Indicators....................453
Tire Safety Information.....................434
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................488
To Open Hood...........................218
Towing................................481
Behind a Motorhome.....................496
Disabled Vehicle........................519
Guide...............................487
Recreational...........................496
Weight...............................487
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........496
Traction................................417
Traction Control..........................429Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................433
Trailer Towing...........................481
Cooling System Tips.....................496
Hitches..............................486
Minimum Requirements..................489
Tips.................................494
Trailer and Tongue Weight.................488
Wiring...............................493
Trailer Towing Guide.......................487
Trailer Weight............................487
Transmission
Automatic............................397
Fluid................................554
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .250
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .22
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........22
Tread Wear Indicators......................453
624 INDEX

Windshield Defroster.......................106
Windshield Washers.......................227
Fluid................................543
Windshield Wiper Blades....................541
Windshield Wipers........................227Wiper Blade Replacement...................541
Wiper, Delay.............................228
Wiper, Rear.............................283
Wipers, Intermittent.......................228
Wrecker Towing..........................519
626 INDEX