2010 DODGE JOURNEY cooling

Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will
decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and
will require more frequent engine coolant (antifreeze)
changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery bottle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on
the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre-
caution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze)
when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or
remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat
causes pressure to build up in the cooling system.
To prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
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humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.
•Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in
the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If
engine coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, the
contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be pro-
tected against freezing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle
does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling
system should be pressure tested for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
50% HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (minimum)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine, which contains aluminum components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased
emissions.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models with 2.4L PZEV Engine 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models without 2.4L PZEV and 3.5L Engine 20.5 Gallons 77.6 Liters
All-Wheel Drive Models 21 Gallons 79.8 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters
3.5L Engine (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts 5.2 Liters
Cooling System *
2.4L Engine and Single- or Dual-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 7.9 Quarts 7.5 Liters
2.4L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 9.8 Quarts 9.3 Liters
3.5L Engine and Single- or Dual-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 9.8 Quarts 9.3 Liters
3.5L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 12 Quarts 11.4 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 84
Checks, Safety ........................... 84
Child Booster Seat ........................ 73
Child Restraint .................. 71,72,75,79,81
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............77,79
Child Safety Locks ........................ 32
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 354
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 437
Windshield Wiper Blades ................ 418
Climate Control ......................... 269
Clock ........................ 215,231,240,252
Coin Holder ........................... 158
Cold Weather Operation ................... 296
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 268
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 338
Compass ........................ 198,201,208
Compass Calibration .................. 201,209
Compass Variance .................... 200,209Computer, Trip/Travel
.................... 206
Connector UCI ................................ 263
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 263
Conserving Fuel ........................ 206
Console, Floor .......................... 158
Console, Overhead ....................... 139
Contract, Service ........................ 481
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 427
Cooling System ......................... 424
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 426
Coolant Capacity ...................... 455
Coolant Level ...................... 424,428
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 428
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 425
Inspection ........................... 428
Points to Remember .................... 428
Pressure Cap ......................... 427
Radiator Cap ......................... 427
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INDEX 491

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

Oil Synthetic......................... 411
Operation ............................ 83
Overheating .......................... 380
Starting ............................. 295
Temperature Gauge .................... 183
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 411
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 65
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 18
Ethanol ............................... 354
Exhaust Gas Caution ................. 39,85,356
Exhaust System ....................... 85,421
Express Down Windows ................... 23
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 96
Exterior Light Service ..................... 450
Exterior Lights ........................ 88,450
Fabric Care ............................ 438
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 357 Filters
Air Cleaner .......................... 412
Air Conditioning .................... 288,416
Automatic Transaxle .................... 434
Engine Oil ........................ 412,456
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 412
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 380
Turn Signal ...................... 88,126,185
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 127
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 296
Floor Console .......................... 158
Fluid, Brake ........................... 457
Fluid Capacities ......................... 455
Fluid Leaks ............................. 88
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle ................. 432,434
Brake ............................ 430,457
Cooling System ....................... 424
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Chains.............................. 343
Changing ............................ 381
Compact Spare ........................ 338
General Information .................... 335
High Speed .......................... 337
Inflation Pressures ..................... 336
Jacking ............................. 381
Life of Tires .......................... 341
Load Capacity ..................... 331,332
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 344
Quality Grading ....................... 485
Radial .............................. 338
Replacement ......................... 341
Rotation ............................ 343
Safety ........................... 325,335
Sizes ............................... 327
Snow Tires ........................... 343
Spare Tire ........................... 383
Spinning ............................ 339 Trailer Towing
........................ 372
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 340
To Open Hood .......................... 119
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 369
Towing ............................... 361
Behind a Motor Home .................. 377
Disabled Vehicle ....................... 398
Guide .............................. 367
Recreational .......................... 377
Weight .............................. 367
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home ......... 377
Traction .............................. 308
Traction Control ...................... 193,320
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................. 324
Trailer Towing .......................... 361
Cooling System Tips .................... 377
Hitches ............................. 366
Minimum Requirements ................. 370
Tips ................................ 375
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INDEX 507