2009 DODGE JOURNEY steering

Ensure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
NOTE:
•Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid, and
brake fluid are used during assembly plant operations
to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. Therefore,
oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not necessarily
an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of hot fluid
when systems are under pressure (during vehicle
operation) should be noted before a hose is replaced
based on leakage.
•Inspect the brake hoses whenever the brake system is
serviced and at every engine oil change. Inspect hy-
draulic brake hoses for surface cracking, scuffing, or
worn spots. If there is any evidence of cracking,
scuffing, or worn spots, the hose should be replacedimmediately. Eventual deterioration of the hose can
take place, resulting in a possibility of a burst failure.
WARNING!
Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.
You could have an accident. If you see any signs of
cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake
hoses replaced immediately.
Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the Brake System Warning Light indicates system
failure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M16 —10 Amp
Red
Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC)/
Occupant Classifica-
tion Module (OCM)
M17 —15 Amp
Blue Left Park/Side
Marker/Running/Tail
Lights, License Lights
M18 —15 Amp
Blue Right Park/Side
Marker/Running/Tail
Lights
M19 —25 Amp
Natural Auto Shut Down
(ASD) #1 and #2Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M20
—15 Amp
Blue
Electronic Vehicle In-
formation Center
(EVIC) - if equipped,
Interior Lighting,
Steering Wheel
Switches - if
equipped, Switch
Bank
M21 —20 Amp
Yellow Auto Shut Down
(ASD) #3
M22 —10 Amp
Red Right Horn
M23 —10 Amp
Red Left Horn
M24 —25 Amp
Natural Rear Wiper
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M25 —20 Amp
Yellow Fuel Pump/Diesel
Lift Pump
M26 —10 Amp
Red Power MIRRORS
Switch/Drivers Win-
dow Switch
M27 —10 Amp
Red Steering Column
Lock, Wireless Igni-
tion Node (WIN)
M28
—10 Amp
Red
NGC (Powertrain
Control Module)/
Transmission Feed
(Batt)
M29 —10 Amp
Red Occupant Classifica-
tion Module (OCM)
M30 —15 Amp
Blue Rear Wiper Module
Module/Power Fold-
ing MirrorCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M31 —20 Amp
Yellow Back-Up Lights
M32 —10 Amp
Red Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC)
M33 —10 Amp
Red NGC (Powertrain
Control Module) Bat-
tery Feed
M34
—10 Amp
Red
Power Assist Module,
HVAC Module, Head-
lamp Washers, Com-
pass Module - if
equipped, Flashlight -
if equipped
M35 —10 Amp
Red Heated Mirrors - if
equipped
M36 —20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlet #3
(Batt)
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the
headlight housing and rotate it
14turn clockwise to lock
it in place.
Front Fog Light
NOTE: Turn the steering wheel to the right if replacing
the left front fog light or to the left if replacing the right
front fog light to allow for easier access to the front of the
wheel well.
1. Remove the fasteners retaining the front lower wheel
well access panel and remove the access panel. 2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector
14turn counter-
clockwise and remove it from the fog light housing.
3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install
the replacement bulb.
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Chassis
ComponentFluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Automatic Transaxle MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MoparGear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) Mopar Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder Mopar
DOT 3, SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used. If DOT 3 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir Mopar
Power Steering Fluid + 4, Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission
Fluid
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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.
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FiltersAir Cleaner .......................... 429
Air Conditioning .................... 301,434
Automatic Transaxle .................... 451
Engine Oil ........................ 428,474
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 428
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 394
Turn Signal ...................... 81,149,207
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 150
Flexible Fuel Vehicles ..................... 364
Cruising Range ........................ 367
Engine Oil ........................... 366
Fuel Requirements .................. 364,365
Maintenance ....................... 364,367
Replacement Parts ..................... 367
Starting ............................. 367
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 310
Floor Console .......................... 183 Fluid, Brake
........................... 476
Fluid Capacities ......................... 472
Fluid Leaks ............................. 81
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle .................... 449
Brake ............................ 447,476
Cooling System ....................... 440
Engine Oil ........................... 424
Power Steering ..................... 436,476
Fluids ................................ 474
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 474
Fog Light Service ........................ 467
Fog Lights .................... 146,148,207,467
Folding Front Passenger Seat ............... 128
Folding Rear Seat ..................... 141,134
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 410
Front Wheel Bearings ..................... 451
Fuel ................................. 368
Adding ............................. 372
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Phone, Cellular.................... 93,266,267
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect) ........ 93,266,267
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 341
Port Universal Serial Bus (USB) .............234,266
USB ............................. 234,266
Power Brakes .............................. 326
Distribution Center (Fuses) ............... 457
Door Locks ........................... 30
Inverter ............................. 176
Mirrors .............................. 90
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 174
Seats ............................... 129
Steering ............................. 336
Steering, Checking ..................... 436
Sunroof ............................. 170
Windows ............................. 34
Windows, Express Down ................. 25 Power Steering Fluid
.................. 436,476
Power Transfer Unit ...................... 476
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 50
Preparation for Jacking .................... 397
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. 47
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 230
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 349
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 442
Radio Broadcast Signals ................... 233
Radio, Navigation ....................... 266
Radio Operation ................... 235,267,284
Radio Remote Controls .................... 282
Radio, Satellite ............ 234,235,266,267,271,276
Radio (Sound Systems) .................234,266
Rear Camera ............................ 92
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