2009 DODGE JOURNEY fold seats

“Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7. NON-
DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST
NEVER BE USED.
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using
a seat belt properly.
• On seven passenger models, do not drive the vehicle
with the second row passenger seat in the easy
entry/exit position (seat cushion flipped upward and
seat moved forward), as this position is only intended
for entering and exiting the third row seats. Failure to
follow this warning may result in personal injury.
• On seven passenger models, do not allow a passenger
to sit in a third row seat with the second row seat-
back(s) folded flat. In a collision, the passenger could
slide underneath the seat belt and be seriously or
even fatally injured.
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▫General Information ...................120
 Voice Recognition System — If Equipped ......120
▫ Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation ....120
▫ Commands ..........................121
▫ Voice Training ........................124
 Seats ................................124
▫ Manual Front Seat Adjustments ...........124
▫ Power Seat — If Equipped ...............129
▫ Head Restraints ......................130
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped .............132
▫ 60/40 Split Second-Row Passenger Seats .....134
▫ 50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats With
Fold-Flat Feature — Seven
Passenger Models .....................141 
To Open And Close The Hood .............144
 Lights ...............................146
▫ Exterior And Interior Lighting Control ......146
▫ Headlights And Parking Lights ...........146
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......147
▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available With Auto
Headlights Only) .....................147
▫ Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped .......147
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) —
If Equipped .........................148
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................148
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............148
▫ Turn Signals .........................149
▫ Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch .........150
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Third Row Passenger Seats — Seven Passenger
Models
These head restraints are non-adjustable and non-
removable. However, you can fold them forward when
they are not in use by passengers. Refer to “50/50 Split
Third-Row Passenger Seats with Fold-Flat Feature” for
operating instructions.
WARNING!
Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row seat
without having the head restraint unfolded and
locked in place. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury to the passenger in the event
of an accident.
Heated Seats — If Equipped
Heated seats provide comfort and warmth on cold days
and can help soothe sore muscles and backs. The heaters
provide the same heat level for both cushion and back.
The driver’s seat and front passenger’s seat are heated.
The controls for each heater are located in the switch
bank in the center of the instrument panel. After turning
ON the ignition, you can choose from High, Low, or Off
heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each switch
indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will
illuminate for high, one for low, and none for off.
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60/40 Split Second-Row Passenger Seats
To provide additional storage area, each second-row
passenger seat can be folded flat. This allows for ex-
tended cargo space and still maintains some seating room
if needed.
NOTE:Prior to folding the second-row passenger seat,
make sure the front seatback is not in a reclined position.
This will allow the seat to fold easily.WARNING!
•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seri-
ously injured or killed.
•Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
•Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
•On seven passenger models, do not allow a pas-
senger to sit in a third row seat with the second
row seatback(s) folded flat. In a collision, the
passenger could slide underneath the seat belt and
be seriously or even fatally injured.
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WARNING!
Do not drive the vehicle with the seat in this posi-
tion, as it is only intended for entering and exiting
the third row seats. Failure to follow this warning
may result in personal injury.
To Unfold and Move the Second-Row Passenger Seat
Rearward
1. Move the seatback rearward until it locks in place and
then continue sliding the seat rearward on its tracks until
it locks in place.
2. Push the seat cushion downward to lock it in place.
3. Adjust the seat track position as desired. Then, using
body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to
be sure that the seat adjusters have latched.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback and seat are locked
securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child seats and/or
passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause
serious injury.
50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats with
Fold-Flat Feature — Seven Passenger Models
To provide additional storage area, each third-row pas-
senger seat can be folded flat. This allows for extended
cargo space and still maintains some rear seating room if
needed.
NOTE: Prior to folding the third-row passenger seat,
make sure the second-row passenger seat is not in a
reclined position. This will allow the seat to fold easily.
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CARGO AREA FEATURES
Rechargeable Flashlight — If Equipped
The rechargeable LED flashlight stores in its charging
station in the left rear quarter trim panel. To remove it,
press on the indent on the side of the flashlight and
release.NOTE:
Be sure to return the flashlight to its charging
station when not in use to ensure it is ready for operation
the next time you need it.
Cargo Management System
Five Passenger System Features
•
A raised load floor that sits on top of a large built-in
storage bin.
•A tri-fold door built into the load floor that allows easy
access to items in the built-in storage bin.
•60/40 split second-row passenger seats with fold flat
feature, which allows for extended cargo space. Refer
to “Seats” in this section.
•An optional front passenger seat with fold flat feature,
which extends cargo space even further. Refer to
“Seats” in this section.
•Cargo tie-downs.Rechargeable Flashlight
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•A retractable cargo area cover (if equipped).
Seven Passenger System Features
•
A large built-in storage bin with a hinged hardcover
located in the floor behind the third-row passenger
seats.
•60/40 split second-row passenger seats with fold flat
feature, which allows for extended cargo space. Refer
to “Seats” in this section.
•50/50 split third-row passenger seats with fold flat
feature, which allows for extended cargo space. Refer
to “Seats” in this section.
•An optional front passenger seat with fold flat feature,
which extends cargo space even further. Refer to
“Seats” in this section.
•Cargo tie-downs.
Cargo Tie-Downs
Cargo tie-downs are located on both rear trim panels.
These tie-downs should be used to secure loads safely
when the vehicle is moving.
Cargo Tie-Downs
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Spare Tire Location
The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the
vehicle and is held in place by means of a cable winch
mechanism.
Preparations For Jacking
1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery
areas.
2.Set the parking brake and place the shift lever in
PARK.
3. Turn OFF the ignition.
4. Turn ON the hazard warning flashers.
5. Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the
vehicle is being jacked. 6. Block both the front and rear
of the wheel diagonally opposite
the jacking position. For ex-
ample, if changing the right
front tire, block the left rear
wheel.Spare Tire Removal
NOTE:
On Seven-Passenger Models, fold the third-row
passenger seats flat. This will provide more space when
accessing the jacking tools and when operating the winch
mechanism.
1. Remove the jack-handle components 1, 2, and 3 from
storage and assemble them.
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