2010 DODGE JOURNEY windshield wipers

▫Battery Saver Feature ................. 128
▫ Cargo Light ........................ 128
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 128
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation ............ 129
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 130
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 131
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 132
▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 132
 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column — If
Equipped ............................ 133
 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 134
▫ To Activate ......................... 134
▫ To Set a Desired Speed ................ 135 ▫
To Deactivate ....................... 135
▫ To Resume Speed .................... 135
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 136
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 136
 Parkview Rear Back Up Camera — If
Equipped ............................ 137
▫ Turning Parkview On Or Off — With
Navigation/Multimedia Radio ........... 138
▫ Turning Parkview On Or Off — Without
Navigation/Multimedia Radio ........... 138
 Overhead Console ..................... 139
▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights .............. 139
▫ Sunglasses Storage ................... 140
▫ Interior Observation Mirror ............. 140
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91

manually. A courtesy light is also mounted in the head-
liner above the second row passenger seats. Press and
release the lens to turn ON or turn OFF the light
manually. These lights also turn on when you press the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter, open a door or
the liftgate, or turn the dimmer control completely up-
ward to the second detent.
Battery Saver Feature
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically within 10 minutes of turning the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are on
because a door is open.
Cargo Light
This light is mounted in the liftgate trim panel. It turns on
when you press the UNLOCK button on the RKE trans-
mitter, open a door or the liftgate, or turn the dimmer
control completely upward to the second detent.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on
the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are
operated by rotating a switch, located at the end of the
lever. For information on using the rear window wiper/
washer, refer to “Rear Window Features” in “Under-
standing the Features of Your Vehicle”.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
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Windshield Wiper Operation
Rotate the end of the lever upward to the LO position for
low-speed wiper operation.
Rotate the end of the lever upward to the HI position 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 back to the ON
position.
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.
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Front Wiper Control
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to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between
cycles at vehicle speeds greater than 10 mph (16 km/h).
NOTE:The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed.
If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h),
delay times will be doubled.
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 or three 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 or three
wipe cycles and then turn OFF.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.3
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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.
Headlights With Wipers (Available with Automatic
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 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 “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-
Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In-
strument Panel” for further information.
Mist Control
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grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be
removed. Particular attention should also be given to
hood latching components to ensure proper function.
When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be
cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the
lock cylinder.
Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge
or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will
remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film, and
help reduce streaking and smearing. 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:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any condition is
present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid
cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its
function.
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Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......425,455,456
Temperature Gauge .................... 183
Corrosion Protection ..................... 435
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 134
Cruise Light ........................... 190
Cupholders ......................... 156,440
Customer Assistance ..................... 479
Customer Programmable Features ............ 210
Daytime Running Lights ................... 125
Dealer Service .......................... 407
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 172
Defroster, Windshield .............86,271,272,282
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 130
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 405
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player ............. 251
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 127
Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle ................. 432,434Oil (Engine)
.......................... 409
Power Steering ........................ 312
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 398
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 428
Engine Oil ........................... 412
Door Locks ............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 30
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 140
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 307
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 308
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 261
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 96
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...... 150
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 150
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 317
492 INDEX

Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 418
Windshield Wipers ....................... 128
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 418
Wiper, Delay ........................... 130 Wiper, Rear
............................ 171
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 130
Wrecker Towing ......................... 398
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