2010 DODGE JOURNEY jump start

WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure could result in per-
sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex-
plosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.1. Connect the positive
(+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the
discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
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5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in
the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative(-)jumper cable from the
remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.
7. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle. 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi-
tive
(+)battery post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir7 — Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick
3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 — Coolant Pressure Cap
5 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 11 — Engine Oil Dipstick
6 — Remote Jump Start (Negative Battery Post)
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L
1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir6 — Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter
3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
4 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick
5 — Remote Jump Start (Negative Battery Post) 10 — Engine Oil Fill
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used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are
recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE: The battery is stored in a compartment that is
located behind the left front fender and is accessible
through the wheel well. The wheel and tire assemble do
not need to be removed to access the compartment.
Remote battery terminals are located in the engine com-
partment for jump-starting. Refer to “Jump-Starting Pro-
cedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further
information.
To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the
right and remove the access panel from the inner fender
shield.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.7
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Anti-Lock Brake System................. 316
Brake Assist System .................... 319
Electronic Roll Mitigation ................ 320
Electronic Stability Program ............... 321
Traction Control System ................. 320
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............. 320
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 134
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) .........194,321
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 189
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ............................. 137,202
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... 396
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 380
Jacking ............................. 381
Jump Starting ......................... 392
Overheating .......................... 380
Towing ............................. 398
Emission Control System Maintenance ......406,460 Engine
.......................... 83,403,404
Air Cleaner .......................... 412
Block Heater ......................... 297
Break-In Recommendations ................ 83
Checking Oil Level ..................... 409
Compartment ......................... 403
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................. 424,456
Cooling ............................. 424
Exhaust Gas Caution ................ 39,85,356
Fails to Start .......................... 296
Flooded, Starting ...................... 296
Fuel Requirements ..................... 353
Jump Starting ......................... 392
Oil ........................... 409,455,456
Oil Change Interval ...............188,205,410
Oil Filler Cap ................... 403,404,411
Oil Filter ............................ 412
Oil Filter Disposal ..................... 412
Oil Selection ....................... 410,455
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INDEX 493

HitchesTrailer Towing ........................ 366
Holder, Coin ........................... 158
Holder, Cup ........................... 156
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 140
Hood Release .......................... 119
Ignition ............................... 14
Key ............................... 12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 18
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Indicator, Traction Control ................. 193
Infant Restraint ........................ 71,72
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 191
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 202
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 94
Instrument Cluster .................... 182,183
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 181Instrument Panel Cover
................... 438
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 439
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 440
Interior Appearance Care .................. 438
Interior Lighting ...................... 121,127
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 130
Introduction ............................. 4
Inverter, Power ......................... 153
Jack Location ........................... 382
Jack Operation ....................... 381,387
Jacking Instructions ...................... 387
Jump Starting .......................... 392
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15
Keyless Entry System ...................... 19
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INDEX 497