adding oil DODGE JOURNEY 2017 1.G Owners Manual

▫Premium System ...................... .376
▫ General Information .....................380
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ...................380
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ..................380
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ...............381
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .........381
▫ CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ......382
▫ MMT In Gasoline ...................... .382
▫ Materials Added To Fuel .................382
▫ Fuel System Cautions ....................383
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ...............383
 FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF
EQUIPPED ........................... .384
▫ E-85 General Information .................384
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ..................... .384
▫ Fuel Requirements .....................384
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles ..............385▫
Starting ............................ .385
▫ Cruising Range ....................... .385
▫ Replacement Parts ..................... .385
▫ Maintenance ......................... .386
 ADDING FUEL ........................ .386
▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................386
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .............387
 VEHICLE LOADING .....................387
▫ Vehicle Certification Label ................388
▫ Gr

oss Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ........388
▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ..........388
▫ Overloading ......................... .388
▫ Loading ............................ .389
 TRAILER TOWING ..................... .389
▫ Common Towing Definitions ...............389
▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ................392
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CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ...........429
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ...........430
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .430
▫ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ........................ .431
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .............431
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS .......................... .432
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................433
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .433
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .............434
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .434
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .437
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................437
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................437 ▫
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............438
▫ A/C Air Filter — If Equipped .............439
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .441
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................441
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................443
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .443
▫ Cooling System ....................... .445
▫ Brake System ........................ .449
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................451
▫ Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) – AWD Models
Only .............................. .454
▫ Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD Models
Only .............................. .454
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ........................... .454
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed
“Maintenance Schedule”, there are other components
which may require servicing or replacement in the future.
CAUTION!
• Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or perform
repairs and service when necessary could result in
more costly repairs, damage to other components or
negatively impact vehicle performance. Immediately
have potential malfunctions examined by an autho-
rized dealer or qualified repair center.
• Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of your
vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-
vals. Do not use chemical flushes in these compo-
nents as the chemicals can damage your engine,
transmission, or air conditioning. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a
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CAUTION! (Continued)
flush is needed because of component malfunction,
use only the specified fluid for the flushing proce-
dure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be
maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking engine oil level when
the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and
only when the engine is hot, will improve the accuracy of
the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the
range markings on the dipstick. Either the range markings
consist of a crosshatch zone marked SAFE or a crosshatch
zone marked with MIN at the low end of the range and
MAX at the high end of the range. Adding 1.0 quart (1.0
liter) of oil when the reading is at the low end of the range
marking will raise the oil level to the high end of the range
marking.
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CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine will
cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure
and an increase in oil temperature. This could damage
your engine. Also, be sure the oil fill cap is replaced
and tightened after adding oil.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only rec-
ommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has been
certified by the American Petroleum In-
stitute (API). The manufacturer only rec-
ommends API Certified engine oils.
This symbol certifies 0W-20, 5W-20, 0W-
30, 5W-30 and 10W-30 engine oils.
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
MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil or
Shell Helix 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
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WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants ap-
proved by the manufacturer for your air conditioning
system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flam-
mable and can explode, injuring you. Other unap-
proved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the sys-
tem to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD, for
further warranty information.
• The air conditioning system contains refrigerant un-
der high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or
damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any
repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be
done by an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condition-
ing components. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf
HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro-
fluoolefine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. The
manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be
performed by authorized dealer using recovery and recy-
cling equipment.
NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil, and refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter — If Equipped
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper main-
tenance intervals.
WARNING!
Do not remove the cabin air filter while the vehicle is
running, or while the ignition is in the ACC or ON/
RUN mode. With the cabin air filter removed and the
blower operating, the blower can contact hands and
may propel dirt and debris into your eyes, resulting in
personal injury.
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5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap intoplace.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer and the rear window washer share
the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the
reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with wind-
shield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate
the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual
water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper blades
clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in
cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating
information can be found on most washer fluid containers.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer
fluid when the message “LoWASH” appears in the instru-
ment cluster.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around the
washer solution.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the
vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;
or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle;
or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;
have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex-
haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or
loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into
the passenger compartment. In addition, have the exhaust
system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubri-
cation or oil change. Replace as required.
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check — Four-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Use the following procedure to check the transmission
fluid level properly:
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least 60seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest of this
procedure.
3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake pedal.
4. Place the gear selector momentarily into each gear position (allowing time for the transmission to fully
engage in each position), ending with the transmission
in PARK.
5. Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to prevent dirt from entering the transmission. 6. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or
cold. You can also read the transmission fluid tempera-
ture using the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument
Cluster Display inUnderstanding Your Instrument
Panel for further information. Hot fluid is approxi-
mately 180°F (82°C), which is the normal operating
temperature after the vehicle is driven at least 15 miles
(24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held comfortably between
the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a temperature of approxi-
mately 80°F (27°C).
7. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert it until seated. Then, remove the dipstick and note the fluid level on
both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there
is a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick.
Note that the holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid if
the actual level is at or above the hole.
• If the fluid is hot, the fluid level should be in the
crosshatched area marked “HOT” (between the upper
two holes in the dipstick).
• If the fluid is cold, the fluid level should be between
the lower two holes in the area marked “COLD”.
If the fluid level is low, add fluid through the dipstick tube
to bring it to the proper level. Do not overfill. After adding
any quantity of oil through the dipstick tube, wait at least
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About Your Brakes..................... .341, 343
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............446
Adding Fuel ............................. .386
Adding Washer Fluid ....................... .443
Additives, Fuel ........................... .382
Adjust Down ................................ .149
Forward .............................. .149
Rearward ............................. .149
Up.................................. .149
AirBag ..................................48 Air Bag Operation .........................50
Air Bag Warning Light .....................57
Driver Knee Air Bag .......................51
Enhanced Accident Response ..............56, 425
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................425
If A Deployment Occurs ....................55
Knee Impact Bolsters .......................50
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ..............58
Side Air Bags ............................51
Air Bag Light ....................... .57, 82, 226
Air Bag Maintenance .........................58
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......437
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................438
Air Conditioning Filter ...................319, 439 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips
............318, 320
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ...............304, 314
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ...............438, 439
Air Conditioning System .....................438
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .363
Alarm, Panic ...............................17
Alarm (Security Alarm) ....................13, 228
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .................13
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ..................... .337
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................446, 472
Disposal .............................. .448
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................344
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................238
Appearance Care .......................... .454
Arming
System (Security Alarm) ................13
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .346
Auto Down Power Windows ...................31
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................89
Automatic Door Locks ........................24
Automatic Headlights ...................... .168
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ................244
Automatic Transmission ..................329, 451
Adding Fluid .....................452, 453, 475
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................453
490 INDEX

Cruising Range......................... .385
Engine Oil ............................ .385
Fuel Requirements ....................... .384
Maintenance ........................... .386
Replacement Parts ....................... .385
Starting .............................. .385
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .327
Floor Console ............................ .206
Fluid, Brake ............................. .475
Fluid Capacities ........................... .472
Fluid Leaks ...............................84
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................452, 453
Brake ............................. .450, 475
Cooling System ......................... .445
Engine Oil ............................ .434
Power Steering ...................... .340, 475
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............473
Fog Lights ........................... .170, 468
Fog Light Service .......................... .468
Folding Rear Seat ...................... .159, 164
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .420
Fuel ................................... .380
Adding .............................. .386
Additives ............................. .382Clean Air
............................. .380
Conserving ............................ .245
Ethanol ........................... .381, 384
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..................... .386
Gasoline .............................. .380
Light ................................ .238
Materials Added ........................ .382
Methanol ............................. .381
Octane Rating ....................... .380, 473
Requirements .......................... .380
Saver

Mode ........................... .245
Specifications .......................... .473
Tank Capacity .......................... .472
Fuel, Flexible ............................. .384
Fueling ................................. .386
Fuel Optimizer ........................... .245
Fuel Saver............................... .245
Fuses .................................. .459
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ............190, 195
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .................386, 431
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .380
Gasoline (Fuel) Conserving ............................ .245
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .380
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INDEX 495

Vehicle Certification Label....................388
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...............6
Vehicle Loading .....................359, 387, 389
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................6
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ...........13
Vehicle Storage ........................... .318
Viscosity, Engine Oil .....................435, 436
Voice Command .......................... .141
Warning Flasher, Hazard .....................404
Warnings And Cautions .......................5
Warranty Information ...................... .487
Washer Adding Fluid .......................... .443
Washers, Windshield .................172, 174, 443
Washing Vehicle .......................... .455
Water Driving Through ........................ .338
Wheel And Wheel Trim ..................... .456
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................456
Wind Buffeting ......................... .32, 199
Window Fogging .......................... .319
Windows .................................30
Power .................................30
Wind Buffeting ...........................32 Windshield Defroster
.........................83
Windshield Washers .....................172, 174
Fluid ................................ .443
Windshield Wiper Blades .....................441
Windshield Wipers ........................ .172
Wiper Blade Replacement .....................441
Wiper, Delay ............................. .172
Wiper, Rear .............................. .214
Wipers, Intermittent ........................ .172
Wrecker Towing .......................... .423
506 INDEX