ECO mode DODGE JOURNEY 2020 User Guide

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INTERIOR LIGHTS
COURTESY/INTERIOR LIGHTING
The interior lights come on when a door is
opened.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn
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f automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is
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aced in the OFF position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are
on because a door is open. The battery
protection also includes the glove compartment
light. To restore interior light operation after
automatic battery protection is enabled (lights
off), either place the ignition in the ON/RUN
position or cycle the light switch.
Courtesy Lights
The overhead console has two courtesy lights.
The lights turn on when a front door, a rear door
or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is
equipped with Remote Keyless Entry, the lights
will also turn on when the unlock button on the
key fob is pushed. The courtesy lights also
function as reading lights. Push in on each lens
to turn these lights on while inside the vehicle.
Push the lens a second time to turn each light
off. You may adjust the direction of these lights by pushing the outside ring, which is identified
with four directional arrows.

Courtesy/Reading Light

Rear Dome Light
Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control
completely upward to the second detent to turn
on the rear dome light. The rear dome light will
remain on when the dimmer control is in this
position.
Rotate the dimmer control downward to the last
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tent (off position). The rear dome light will
remain off when the doors are open.
Dimmer Controls
The dimmer control is part of the headlight
switch and is located on the driver’s side of the
instrument panel.
Instrument Panel Dimmer

Rotating the dimmer control upward with the
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rking lights or headlights on will increase the
brightness of the instrument panel lights.
Interior Light Defeat (Off)
Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control to
the extreme bottom (O) 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, instrument cluster
display, and radio when the parking lights or
headlights are on.
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Recirculation Button
Press and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode. The Recirculation
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dicator and the A/C indicator illuminate when the Recirculation button is pressed. Recirculation can be used when
outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present. Recirculation can be used in all modes except
Defrost. Recirculation may be unavailable (button on the touchscreen greyed out) if conditions exist that could create
fogging on the inside of the windshield. The A/C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection.
Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended use of
this mode is not recommended.
Front Defrost Button
Press and release the Front Defrost button on the touchscreen, or push and release the button on the faceplate, to change
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e current airflow setting to Defrost mode. The Front Defrost indicator illuminates when Front Defrost is on. Air comes from
the windshield and side window demist outlets. When the defrost button is selected, the blower level may increase. Use
Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and defogging. When
toggling the front defrost mode button, the climate system will return to the previous setting.
Rear Defrost Button
Press and release the Rear Defrost button on the touchscreen, or push and release the button on the faceplate, to turn on
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e rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). The Rear Defrost indicator illuminates when the
rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 15 minutes.
Climate Control OFF Button
Press and release the OFF button on the touchscreen, or push the OFF button on the faceplate to turn the Climate Control
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/OFF.
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Automatic Climate Controls Descriptions
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MAX A/C Button
Press and release the MAX A/C button on the touchscreen to change the current setting to the coldest output of air. The
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X A/C indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is on. Pressing the button again will cause the MAX A/C operation to exit.
NOTE:
The MAX A/C button is only available on the touchscreen.
A/C Button
Press and release this button on the touchscreen, or push the button on the faceplate to change the current setting.
The A/C indicator illuminates when A/C is on.
Recirculation Button
Press and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode. The Recirculation
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dicator illuminates when Recirculation is on. Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors,
dust, or high humidity are present. Recirculation can be used in all modes. Recirculation may be unavailable (button on the
touchscreen greyed out) if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of the windshield. The A/C can be
deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection. Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
AUTO Button
Set your desired temperature and press AUTO. AUTO will achieve and maintain your desired temperature by automatically
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justing the blower speed and air distribution. AUTO mode is highly recommended for efficiency. You can press and
release this button on the touchscreen, or push the button on the faceplate, to turn AUTO on. The AUTO indicator
illuminates when AUTO is on. Toggling this function will cause the system to switch between manual mode and automatic
modes. Refer to “Automatic Operation” within this section for more information.

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Rear Auto Button
Set your desired rear temperature and press REAR AUTO on the touchscreen. REAR AUTO will achieve and maintain your
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sired rear temperature by automatically adjusting the rear blower speed and rear air distribution. REAR AUTO mode is
highly recommended for efficiency. The REAR AUTO indicator illuminates when REAR AUTO is on. Toggling this function will
cause the system to switch between manual mode and automatic modes. Refer to "Automatic Operation" within this
section for further information.
Rear Lock Button
Press and release the LOCK REAR button to lock out the rear manual temperature controls from adjusting the rear
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mperature and blower settings. LOCK REAR indicator illuminates when LOCK REAR is on.
Done Button
For Radio 4.3: Press and release this button to complete any climate changes.
Front Climate Button
For Uconnect 3/3 NAV: Press and release this button to change the display on the Uconnect system back to the Front
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mate Controls.
Rear Passenger Temperature Up and Down Buttons
Provides the front occupants with the ability to control rear temperature.
For Radio 4.3: Press and hold the slide bar to increase or decrease the temperature.
For Uconnect 3/3 NAV: Press and hold the slide bar to increase or decrease the temperature or push the up arrow button
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the touchscreen to increase the temperature and push the down arrow button on the touchscreen to decrease the
temperature.
When the SYNC feature is active, the passenger’s temperature moves up and down with the driver’s temperature.
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70 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
CLIMATE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
A/C (Air Conditioning)

The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the
operator to manually activate or deactivate
the air conditioning system. When the air
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nditioning system is turned on, cool
dehumidified air will flow through the outlets into
the cabin. For improved fuel economy, press the
A/C button to turn off the air conditioning and
manually adjust the blower and airflow mode
settings. Also, make sure to select only Panel,
Bi-Level, or Floor modes.

NOTE:
For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is
in Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be
turned off, but the A/C system shall remain
active to prevent fogging of the windows.
If fog or mist appears on the windshield or
side glass, select Defrost mode, and increase
blower speed if needed.
If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the
A/C condenser (located in front of the radi -
ator), for an accumulation of dirt or insects. C
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an with a gentle water spray from the front
of the radiator and through the condenser.
MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling
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rformance.
Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C
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d the prior settings. The button illuminates
when MAX A/C is on.
In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position
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n be adjusted to desired user settings.
Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C
operation to switch to the selected setting and
MAX A/C to exit.
Recirculation

In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode
may lead to excessive window fogging. The
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circulation feature may be unavailable (button
on the touchscreen greyed out) if conditions exist
that could create fogging on the inside of the
windshield.

On systems with Manual Climate Controls,
if equipped, the Recirculation mode is not
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lowed in Defrost mode to improve window
clearing operation. Recirculation is disabled
automatically if this mode is selected. Attempting to use Recirculation while in this
mode causes the LED in the control button to
blink and then turns off.
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
(ATC) — I
F EQUIPPED
Automatic Operation

1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate, or
the AUTO button on the touchscreen on the
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
Panel.

2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like t
he system to maintain by adjusting the
driver and passenger temperature control
buttons. Once the desired temperature is
displayed, the system achieves and
automatically maintains that comfort level.
3. W hen the system is set up for your comfort
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evel, it is not necessary to change the
settings. You will experience the greatest
efficiency by simply allowing the system to
function automatically.

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NOTE:
It is not necessary to move the temperature
settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system
automatically adjusts the temperature,
mode, and blower speed to provide comfort
as quickly as possible.

The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or
Metric units by selecting the US/Metric customer
programmable feature. Refer to the “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the
Automatic mode during cold start-ups, the blower
fan remains on low until the engine warms up.
The blower will increase in speed and transition
into Auto mode.

Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual
override features. The AUTO symbol in the front
ATC display will be turned off when the system
is being used in the manual mode.
OPERATING TIPS
NOTE:
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
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ggested control settings for various weather
conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected
with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide
proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating. OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for proper coolant selection.
Winter Operation

To ensure the best possible heater and defroster
performance, make sure the engine cooling
system is functioning properly and the proper
amount, type, and concentration of coolant is
used. Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in
“Technical Specifications” for proper coolant
selection. Use of the air Recirculation mode
during Winter months is not recommended,
because it may cause window fogging.

Vacation/Storage

Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run
the air conditioning system at idle for about five
minutes, in fresh air with the blower setting on high.
This will ensure adequate system lubrication to
minimize the possibility of compressor damage
when the system is started again.

Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in
mild, rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear the
windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and
increase the front blower speed. Do not use the
Recirculation mode without A/C for long
periods, as fogging may occur.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Use care when washing the inside of the
rear window. Do not use abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the
window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or
abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window.
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Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in
front of the windshield, is free of obstructions
such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air
intake may reduce airflow, and if they enter

the plenum, they could plug the water drains.
In winter months, make sure the air intake is
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ar of ice, slush, and snow.
A/C Air Filter
The climate control system filters out dust and
pollen from the air. Refer to an authorized
dealer for filter replacement instructions.
Economy Mode
If ECONOMY mode is desired, push the A/C
button to turn off the LED indicator and the A/C
compressor. Rotate the temperature control
knob to the desired temperature. Also, make
sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level, or Floor
modes.
Operating Tips ChartWINDOWS
POWER WINDOWS
The window controls on the driver's door trim
panel control all of the door windows.

Power Window Switches

There are single window controls on each
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ssenger door trim panel, which operate the
passenger door windows. The window controls
will operate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN
or ACC position.
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Uconnect, the power
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ndow switches will remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition is placed in the
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F position. Opening either front door will
WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS
Hot Weather
And Vehicle
Interior Is Very Hot Set the mode control to
,
on, and blower on high.
Roll down the windows for a m i

nute to flush out the hot
air. Adjust the controls as
needed to achieve comfort.
Warm Weather Turn
on and set the
mode control to the
position.
Cool Sunny Operate in position.
Cool & Humid Co

nditions Set the mode control to

and turn on to keep
windows clear.
Cold Weather Set the mode control to
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e position. If
windshield fogging starts to o c

cur, move the control to
the position.

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cancel this feature. The time is programmable.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”
for further information.
Auto-Down Feature
The driver's power window switch has an
Auto-Down feature. Push the window switch
past the first detent, release, and the window
will go down automatically.
To open the window part way, push the window
sw

itch to the first detent and release it when
you want the window to stop.
To stop the window from going all the way down
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ring the Auto-Down operation, pull up on the
switch briefly.
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection
On some models, the driver and front
passenger power window switches have an
Auto-Up feature. Pull the window switch up to
the second detent, release, and the window will
go up automatically.
To stop the window from going all the way up
du
ring the Auto-Up operation, push down on the
switch briefly.
To close the window part way, pull the window
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itch up to the first detent and release it when
you want the window to stop.
NOTE:
If the window runs into any obstacle during
Auto-Closure, it will reverse direction and
then go back down. Remove the obstacle and
use the window switch again to close the
window.
Any impact due to rough road conditions may
trigger the Auto-Reverse function unexpect -
edly during Auto-Closure. If this happens, pull
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e switch lightly to the first detent and hold
to close window manually.
Reset Auto-Up
Should the Auto-Up feature stop working, the
window may need to be reset. To reset Auto-Up:

1. M ake sure the door is fully closed.

2
. P ull the window switch up to close the
w
indow completely and continue to hold the
switch up for an additional two seconds
after the window is closed.
3. Push the window switch down firmly to the s
econd detent to open the window
completely and continue to hold the switch
down for an additional two seconds after
the window is fully open.
WARNING!

Never leave children unattended in a vehicle.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or
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a location accessible to children, and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
Occupants, particularly unattended children,
can become entrapped by the windows while
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erating the power window switches. Such
entrapment may result in serious injury or death.

WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the
window is almost closed. To avoid personal
injury, be sure to clear your arms, hands,
fingers, and objects from the window path
before closing the window. Such entrapment
may result in serious injury.
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Window Lockout Switch
The window lockout switch on the driver's door
trim panel allows you to disable the window
control on the rear passenger doors. To disable
the window controls, push and release the
window lockout button (setting it in the down
position). To enable the window controls, push
and release the window lockout button again
(setting it in the up position).

Window Lockout Switch

WIND BUFFETING

Wind buffeting can be described as the perception
of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in
the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting
with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped)
in certain open or partially open positions. This is a
normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the
buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, open
the front and rear windows together to minimize the
buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof
open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the
buffeting or open any window.

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switch is located between
the sun visors on the overhead console.
Power Sunroof Switch

WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or near
the vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children. Do not leave the ignition of a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants,
particularly unattended children, can
become entrapped by the power sunroof
while operating the power sunroof switch.
Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
In a collision, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.
You could also be seriously injured or killed.
Always fasten your seat belt properly and
make sure all passengers are also properly
secured.
Do not allow small children to operate the
sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other
body parts, or any object, to project through
the sunroof opening. Injury may result.

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OPENING SUNROOF
Express
Push the switch rearward and release it within
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e-half second, the sunroof and sunshade will
open automatically and stop at full open
position. During Express Open operation any
other actuation of the sunroof switches will stop
the sunroof in a partially open position.
Manual Mode
Push and hold the switch rearward, the sunroof
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d sunshade will open and automatically stop
at full open position. Releasing the switch while
the sunroof is in motion will stop the sunroof in
a partially open position.
Vent Open
Push and release the Vent switch within one
h a

lf second and the sunroof will open to the
vent position. During Express Vent operation
any other actuation of the sunroof switches will
stop the sunroof operation.
CLOSING SUNROOF
Express
Push the switch forward and release it within
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e-half second and the sunroof will close automatically from any position. During Express
Close operation any other actuation of the
sunroof switches will stop the sunroof in a
partially open position.
Manual Mode
Push and hold the switch forward and the
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nroof will close from any position and stop at
a full closed position. Releasing the switch while
the sunroof is in motion will stop the sunroof in
a partially open position.
WIND BUFFETING
Wind buffeting can be described as the
perception of pressure on the ears or a
helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle
may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows
down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal
occurrence and can be minimized. If the
buffeting occurs with the rear windows open,
open the front and rear windows together to
minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof
opening to minimize the buffeting or open any
window.
SUNSHADE OPERATION
The sunshade can be opened manually.
However, the sunshade will open automatically
as the sunroof opens.
NOTE:
The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is
op
en.
ANTI PINCH PROTECT FEATURE

This feature will detect an obstruction in the
opening of the sunroof during Express Close
operation. If an obstruction in the path of the
sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically
retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next,
push the switch forward and release to Express
Close.

SUNROOF MAINTENANCE
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth
to clean the glass panel. Periodically check for
and clear out any debris that may have
collected in the tracks.
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