2009 DODGE JOURNEY traction control

active. The ESP/TCS Indicator Light also flashes when
TCS is active. If the ESP/TCS Indicator Light begins to
flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and
apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your
speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions.
WARNING!
ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from
acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction
afforded by prevailing road conditions. ESP cannot
prevent accidents, including those resulting from
excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery
surfaces, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and
skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities
of an ESP-equipped vehicle must never be exploited
in a reckless or dangerous manner, which could
jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.
ESP Operating Modes
The ESP system has two available operating modes.
Full On
This is the normal operating mode for ESP. Whenever the
vehicle is started the system will be in this mode. This
mode should be used for most driving situations. ESP
should only be turned to “Partial Off” for specific reasons
as noted. Refer to “Partial Off” for additional informa-
tion.
Partial Off
The ESP OFF button is located in the switch bank above
the climate Control. To enter the “Partial Off” mode,
momentarily depress the ESP OFF button and the ESP/
TCS Indicator Light will illuminate. To turn the ESP on
again, momentarily depress the ESP OFF button and the
ESP/TCS Indicator Light will turn off. This will restore
the normal “ESP On” mode of operation.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 412
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 443
Engine Oil ........................... 428
Door Locks ............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic ..................30,31
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 163
Drive Belts ............................ 428
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................... 320
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 321
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 276
E-85 Fuel ............................. 364
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 90
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...... 174
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 174
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 328Anti-Lock Brake System
................. 327
Brake Assist System .................... 330
Electronic Roll Mitigation ................ 331
Electronic Stability Program ............... 332
Traction Control System ................. 331
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............. 331
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 159
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) .........216,332
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 211
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 221
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... 410
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 394
Jacking ............................. 396
Jump Starting ......................... 407
Overheating .......................... 394
Towing ............................. 412
Emission Control System Maintenance ......422,478
Engine ........................ 77,418,419,420
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Key ...............................12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Indicator, Traction Control ................. 215
Infant Restraint ........................ 65,66
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 213
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 221
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 88
Instrument Cluster .................... 204,205
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 203
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 454
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 456
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 457
Interior Appearance Care .................. 454
Interior Lighting ...................... 146,151
Interior Lights .......................... 152
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 155
Introduction ............................. 4 Inverter, Power
......................... 176
Jack Location ........................... 396
Jack Operation ....................... 396,401
Jacking Instructions ...................... 401
Jump Starting .......................... 407
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 50
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 149
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 41
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....71,73
506 INDEX

Illuminated Entry....................... 20
Instrument Cluster .................. 146,205
Intensity Control ....................... 152
Interior .......................... 151,152
License ............................. 470
Lights On Reminder .................... 148
Low Fuel ......................... 205,207
LowTire ............................ 213
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........ 215
Map Reading ......................... 151
Oil Pressure .......................... 211
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) .......... 153
Park ............................. 146,466
Passing ............................. 150
Rear Servicing ..................... 466,468
Rear Tail ............................ 468
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 208
Service ........................... 465,466
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 215 Side Marker
.......................... 466
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........213,355
Traction Control ................. 215,332,334
Turn Signal ............. 81,146,149,207,466,468
Vanity Mirror .......................... 91
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 205
Load Floor, Cargo ....................... 188
Loading Vehicle ...................... 375,376
Capacities ........................... 376
Tires ............................... 341
Locks ................................. 28
Auto Unlock .......................... 31
Automatic Door ........................ 30
Child Protection ........................ 32
Door ................................ 28
Power Door ........................... 30
Low Tire Pressure System .................. 355
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ............................ 71,73
508 INDEX

Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home......... 392
Traction .............................. 320
Traction Control ...................... 215,331
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................. 335
Trailer Towing .......................... 377
Cooling System Tips .................... 392
Hitches ............................. 381
Minimum Requirements ................. 385
Tips ................................ 390
Trailer and Tongue Weight ................ 384
Wiring .............................. 388
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 382
Trailer Weight .......................... 382
Transaxle Additives ............................ 451
Automatic ........................ 31 1,449
Autostick ............................ 317
Filter ............................... 451
Maintenance .......................... 449 Operation
............................ 311
Overdrive ........................... 315
Selection of Lubricant ................... 476
Transmission ..................... See Transaxle
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink) ........................... 163
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 20
Transporting Pets ........................ 77
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 351
Trip Odometer .......................... 209
Trip Odometer Reset Button .............212,218
Turn Signals ................... 146,149,207,468
UCI Connector ......................... 278
UConnect (Hands-Free Phone) ............93,266
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