2009 DODGE JOURNEY washer fluid

3.5L ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1 — Coolant Bottle7 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post
2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Remote Jump-Start Negative Post
3 — Power Steering Fluid 9 — Fuses (Totally Integrated Power Module [TIPM])
4 — Engine Oil Fill 10 — Air Cleaner Filter
5 — Engine Oil Dipstick 11 — Washer Fluid Bottle
6 — Brake Fluid Reservoir
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield or rear window.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield or rear window. Make sure that they are
not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid
damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of contact
with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Always refer to the wiper blade packaging for
specific installation instructions. Many wiper blade re-
placements fit multiple vehicles.
Windshield Washers/Rear Window Washer
NOTE: Refer to the appropriate “Engine Compartment”
diagram in Section 7 for the location of the washer fluid
reservoir. 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 windshield 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
instrument cluster.
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Engine Oil” under
“Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering, and transaxle, and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation. At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
480 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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About Your Brakes.................... 323,326
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .........215,327,328
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 442
Adding Fuel ........................... 372
Adding Rear Washer Fluid ................. 194
Adding Washer Fluid ...............157,194,438
Additives, Fuel ......................... 371
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 429
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 433
Air Conditioning ..................... 288,289
Air Conditioning Controls ...............288,289
Air Conditioning Filter .................301,434
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 302
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............433,434
Air Conditioning System ..........288,289,293,433
Air Pressure, Tires .................... 213,346
Airbag ................................ 50
Airbag Deployment ..................... 56,60
Airbag Light ..................... 57,63,80,218Airbag Maintenance
....................... 62
Airbag, Side .......................... 52,58
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) .............52,58
Alarm, Panic ............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................18,208
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alignment and Balance ................... 354
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ................... 319
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 272
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........441,442,472
Disposal ............................ 443
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............327,328
Anti-Lock Warning Light .............215,328,329
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Anti-Theft System ....................... 208
Appearance Care ........................ 452
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 18
Assistance Towing ....................... 106
496 INDEX

Latch Plate............................. 42
Latches ................................ 81
Hood ............................... 144
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 368
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 81
Life of Tires ............................ 352
Liftgate ................................ 38
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 193
Light Bulbs .......................... 81,465
Light Replacement ....................... 466
Lights ........................... 81,146,466
Airbag ........................ 57,63,80,218
Anti-Lock ........................... 329
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... 215
Automatic Headlights ................... 147
Back-Up ............................. 468
Battery Saver ......................... 152
Brake Assist Warning ................. 216,334
Brake Warning ........................ 217 Bulb Replacement
...................... 466
Cargo .............................. 151
Courtesy/Reading ..................... 151
Cruise .............................. 212
Daytime Running ...................... 148
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............146,150
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator ....................... 216,332,334
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... 211
Exterior .............................. 81
Fog .......................... 148,207,467
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 394
Headlight Switch ...................... 146
Headlights ........................ 146,466
Headlights On Reminder ................. 148
Headlights On With Wipers ............147,156
High Beam ..................... 150,207,466
High Beam Indicator .................... 207
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 150
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Rear Cup Holder........................ 178
Rear Liftgate ............................ 38
Rear Seat, Folding .................... 134,141
Rear Washer Fluid ....................... 194
Rear Wheel Bearings ..................... 451
Rear Window Defroster ................... 195
Rear Window Features .................... 193
Rear Wiper/Washer ...................... 193
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 88
Reception, Radio ........................ 233
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 125
Reclining Rear Seats ................... 137,141
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 63
Recreational Towing ...................... 392
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 369
Refrigerant ............................ 434
Release, Hood .......................... 144
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 148
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 48 Remote Control
Starting System ........................ 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 282
Remote Starting System .................... 27
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 465
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 423
Replacement Tires ....................... 352
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 491
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........210,225
Restraint, Head ......................... 130
Restraints, Child ......................... 65
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 39
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ............... 191
Reverse Lights .......................... 468
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 410
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ................. 196
512 INDEX

Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 493
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 278
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port ...........234,266
Universal Transmitter ..................... 163
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 368
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 47
Upholstery Care ........................ 454
USB Port ........................... 234,266
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ................. 445
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 91
Variance, Compass .................... 219,229
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 375
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 342,375,376
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 300,464
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System)
.................. 276
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 427
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 120
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 394
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 205
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 490
Washer, Adding Fluid ...............157,194,438
Washers, Windshield ................ 153,156,438
Washing Vehicle ......................... 452
Water Driving Through ...................... 321
Wheel Alignment and Balance ............... 354
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 454
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 454
518 INDEX

Wheel Bearings......................... 451
Wheel Nut Torque ....................... 406
Wind Buffeting ....................... 37,173
Window Airbag (Side Curtain) .............52,58
Window Fogging ........................ 300
Windows .............................. 34
Power ............................... 34
Windows, Express Down ................... 25
Windshield Defroster ................80,286,287
Windshield Washers ................... 153,156Fluid
............................... 438
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 437
Windshield Wipers ....................... 153
Wiper Blade Replacement ...............437,438
Wiper, Delay ........................... 155
Wiper, Rear ............................ 193
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 155
Wrecker Towing ......................... 412
YES Essentials Fabric Cleaning Procedure ...... 455
INDEX 519
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