fuel cap DODGE JOURNEY 2015 1.G User Guide

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 driveability.
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” sound
is heard and press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn
off the message. If the problem persists, the message will
appear the next time the vehicle is started.
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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 maynotbe 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 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. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do
not crank or start the engine.
NOTE:If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
•The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
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Engine Oil Viscosity — 2.4L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil®
or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem-
peratures. 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
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell
Helix® or equivalent 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
engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com-
partment” illustration in this section.
NOTE:MOPAR® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®,
Shell Helix® or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20
engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available.
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) Models20.5 Gallons 77.6 Liters
All-Wheel Drive Models21 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-20, API Certified)6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
Cooling System*
2.4L Engine and Single or Dual-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula)
10.7 Quarts 10.1 Liters
2.4L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula)
11.6 Quarts 11.0 Liters
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the require-
ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil® and
Shell Helix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs.
Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection87 Octane
CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine
damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant is different and should not be mixed with
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CAUTION!(Continued)
Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat-
ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling
system in an emergency, the cooling system will
need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh
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Brake Control System, Electronic..............434
Brake Fluid.............................601
Brake, Parking...........................431
Brakes.................................433
Brake System............................433
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................434
Fluid Check...........................568
Master Cylinder........................568
Parking..............................431
Warning Light.........................303
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................415
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........102
Brightness, Interior Lights...................228
Bulb Replacement.........................589
Bulbs, Light.............................107
Camera, Rear............................248
Capacities, Fluid..........................597
Caps, Filler
Fuel.................................489
Oil (Engine)...........................541
Power Steering.........................430
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................565
Carbon Monoxide Warning..................104
Cargo Area Cover.........................284
Cargo Area Features.......................280
Cargo Compartment.......................280
Light................................280
Luggage Carrier........................289
Cargo Load Floor.........................282
Cargo Management System..................282
Rollaway Tonneau Cover..................284
Tri-Fold Load Floor......................282
Cargo Tie-Downs.........................283
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)....................282
Car Washes.............................576
CellularPhone...........................372
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Exhaust Gas Caution.....................44
Fails to Start...........................411
Flooded, Starting........................411
Fuel Requirements......................480
Jump Starting..........................528
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..547
Oil Change Interval......................315
Oil Filler Cap..........................541
Oil Selection...........................548
Oil Synthetic..........................549
Operation.............................102
Overheating...........................511
Starting..............................408
Temperature Gauge......................305
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................549
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................549
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............72
Entry System, Illuminated....................19
Ethanol................................481
Event Data Recorder........................75
Exhaust Gas Caution........................44
Exhaust System...........................104
Exterior Folding Mirrors....................119
Exterior Lighting..........................222
Exterior Lights...........................107
Fabric Care..............................578
Filler Location Fuel........................305
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................550
Air Conditioning.......................401
Engine Oil............................550
Engine Oil Disposal.....................550
Flashers
Hazard Warning........................511
Turn Signal...........................107
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Flash-To-Pass............................227
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range.........................488
Engine Oil............................487
Fuel Requirements......................485
Maintenance...........................488
Replacement Parts.......................488
Starting..............................488
Flooded Engine Starting.....................411
Floor Console............................275
Fluid, Brake.............................601
Fluid Capacities..........................597
Fluid Leaks.............................108
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................571
Brake................................568
Cooling System.........................561
Engine Oil............................547
Power Steering.........................430
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........598
Fog Lights..............................225
Fog Light Service.........................592
Folding Rear Seat.........................211
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................532
Fuel...................................480
Adding..............................489
Additives.............................483
Clean Air.............................481
Conserving............................316
Ethanol..............................481
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................305
Filler Door (Gas Cap)....................305
Gasoline..............................480
Gauge...............................305
Light................................312
Materials Added........................483
Methanol.............................481
OctaneRating..........................48010
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Requirements..........................480
Saver Mode...........................316
Specifications..........................598
Tank Capacity..........................597
Fuel, Flexible............................485
Fueling................................489
Fuel Optimizer...........................316
Fuel Saver..............................316
Fuel System Caution.......................490
Fuses..................................581
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)............253
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...................489
Gasoline, Clean Air........................481
Gasoline (Fuel)
Conserving............................316
Gasoline, Reformulated.....................481
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.....................305
Fuel.................................305
Speedometer..........................305
Tachometer............................298
Gear Ranges.............................417
Gear Select Lever Override..................533
General Information.......................145
Glass Cleaning...........................580
Gross Axle Weight Rating...................492
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating..................492
GVWR.................................492
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water.........................427
Hazard Warning Flasher....................511
Headlights
Automatic............................223
Bulb Replacement.......................591
Cleaning.............................579
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Rearview.............................115
Vanity...............................120
Mode
Fuel Saver............................316
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................470
MOPAR® Parts...........................545
MTBE/ETBE............................481
Multi-Function Control Lever.................226
New Vehicle Break-In Period.................102
Occupant Restraints........................44
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................480
Odometer...............................300
Oil Change Indicator.......................301
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..................301
Oil, Engine..............................547
Capacity.............................597
Change Interval........................315
Checking.............................547
Dipstick..............................547
Disposal..............................550
Filter................................550
Filter Disposal.........................550
Identification Logo......................548
Materials Added to......................550
Recommendation.......................548
Synthetic.............................549
Viscosity.............................549
Oil Filter, Selection........................550
Onboard Diagnostic System..................543
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)............253
Operating Precautions......................543
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors...................116
Overhead Console.........................250
Overheating, Engine.......................30610
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