2009 DODGE JOURNEY windshield wipers

▫Flash To Pass ........................150
▫ Interior Lights .......................151
 Windshield Wipers And Washers ............153
▫ Intermittent Wiper System ...............155
▫ Mist Feature .........................155
▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available With Auto
Headlights Only) .....................156
▫ Windshield Washers ...................156
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................157
 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column —
If Equipped ...........................157
 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ......159
▫ Electronic Speed Control Operation ........159
▫ To Activate ..........................159 ▫
To Set At A Desired Speed ...............160
▫ To Deactivate ........................160
▫ To Resume Speed .....................160
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............161
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ...............161
 Overhead Console ......................162
▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights ................162
▫ Sunglasses Storage ....................163
▫ Interior Observation Mirror ..............163
▫ Power Sunroof Switch — If Equipped .......163
 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped .........163
▫ Programming HomeLink ...............165
▫ Gate Operator/Canadian Programming .....167
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85
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Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
Rotate the Dimmer Control to the first detent to brighten
the odometer and radio display when the parking lights
or headlights are on during daylight conditions.
Interior Light ON
Rotate the Dimmer Control completely upward to the
second detent to turn ON the interior lights.
NOTE:The Battery Saver feature will not activate until
the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. Refer to
“Battery Saver Feature” for additional information.
Interior Light Defeat OFF
Rotate the Dimmer Control completely downward to the
(O) OFF position. The interior lights will remain off when
the doors are open.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The Windshield Wiper/Washer control lever is
located on the right side of the steering column.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
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Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent past the
intermittent settings for low speed wiper operation, or to
the second detent past the intermittent settings for high
speed wiper operation.
NOTE:The wipers will automatically return to the park
position if you turn OFF the ignition switch while they
are operating. The wipers will resume operation when
you turn the ignition switch to the ON position again.CAUTION!
• Turn the windshield wipers OFF when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to the
windshield wipers may result if the wiper control
is left in any position other than OFF.
• In cold weather, always turn OFF the WIPER
switch and allow the wipers to return to the park
position before turning OFF the engine. If the
WIPER switch is left ON and the wipers freeze to
the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may
occur when the vehicle is restarted.
• Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents
the windshield wiper blades from returning to the
park position. If the windshield wiper control is
turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the
park position, damage to the wiper motor may
occur.
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Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi-
tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause
between cycles desirable. Rotate the end of the Wind-
shield Wiper/Washer control lever to the first detent, and
then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay
interval. There are five delay settings, which allow you to
regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of two cycles
every second to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds
between cycles or from a minimum of one cycle every
second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds
between cycles at vehicle speeds greater than 10 mph (16
km/h).
Mist Feature
Push downward on the Windshield Wiper/Washer con-
trol lever to activate a single wipe cycle to clear the
windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
The wipers will continue to operate until you release the
lever.
Mist Control
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Headlights with Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned ON
if the multifunction lever (on the left side of the steering
column) is placed in the (A) AUTO position. In addition,
the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned
OFF if they were turned ON by this feature.
The Headlights with Wipers feature can be turned on or
off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) (if equipped). Refer to ”Headlights With Wipers,”
under “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Fea-
tures),” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center” in
Section 4.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the Windshield Wiper/Washer
control lever toward you and hold it for as long as
washer spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the delay range, the wipers will operate in low speed for
two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume
the intermittent interval previously selected.
If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the OFF position, the wipers will operate for two wipe
cycles and then turn OFF.
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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

Console, Overhead....................... 162
Contract, Service ........................ 489
Converter, Catalytic ...................... 429
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 442
Cooler, Beverage ........................ 180
Cooling System ......................... 440
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 442
Coolant Capacity ...................... 472
Coolant Level ...................... 440,443
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 443
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 441
Inspection ........................... 443
Points to Remember .................... 444
Pressure Cap ......................... 442
Radiator Cap ......................... 442
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......441,472,474
Temperature Gauge ..................... 205
Corrosion Protection ..................... 452
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 159Cruise Light
........................... 212
Cup Holder ......................... 178,457
Customer Assistance ..................... 487
Customer Programmable Features ............ 230
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 63
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 153
Daytime Running Lights ................... 148
Dealer Service .......................... 424
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 195
Defroster, Windshield ................80,286,287
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 155
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 421
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player ..........234,266
Dimmer Control ........................ 152
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 150
Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle .................... 449
Oil (Engine) .......................... 424
500 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
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