2011 DODGE JOURNEY check engine light

•Horn With Remote Start
When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when
the remote start is activated. To make your selection,
touch the Sound Horn With Remote Start soft-key, until a
check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting
has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to
return to the previous menu.
•Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat With Vehicle
Start — If Equipped
When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat will
automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F
(4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80° F (26.7° C) the
driver vented seat will turn on. To make your selection,
touch the Auto Heated Seats soft-key, until a check-mark
appears next to setting, showing that setting has been
selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the
previous menu.
Engine Off Options
After pressing the Engine Off Options soft-key the fol-
lowing settings will be available.
•Engine Off Power Delay
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, Uconnect™ phone system (if equipped),
DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if
equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening
either front door will cancel this feature. To change the
Engine Off Power Delay status touch the 0 seconds,
45 seconds, 5 minutes or 10 minutes soft-key. Then touch
the arrow back soft-key.
•Headlight Off Delay
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
when exiting the vehicle. To change the Headlight Off
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303

Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping,
and backing up the trailer in an area located away from
heavy traffic.
Automatic Transmission
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How-
ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, use
the Autostickfeature to select a lower gear.
NOTE: Using a lower gear range while operating the
vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve
performance and extend transmission life by reducing
excessive shifting and heat build up. This action will also
provide better engine braking.
If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 min-
utes of continuous operation, then change the transmis-
sion fluid and automatic transmission filter according to the interval specified for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing.” Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for
the proper maintenance intervals.
NOTE:
Check the automatic transmission fluid level
before towing. The six-speed transmission is sealed and
the fluid level cannot be checked. See your authorized
dealer for assistance.
Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped

Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency.
418 STARTING AND OPERATING

A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the MIL.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test. Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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, and transmission 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.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 196
Bulb Replacement ..................... 495,497
Bulbs, Light .......................... 93,495
Camera, Rear ........................... 215
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 503
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 401
Oil (Engine) ..................... 451,459
Power Steering ...................... 349
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 475
Car Washes ............................ 484
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............90,397
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................246,403
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 248
Cargo Area Features ...................... 245
Cargo Compartment ...................... 245
Light ............................. 245
Luggage Carrier ..................... 253 Cargo Load Floor
........................ 246
Cargo Management System ................. 246
Rollaway Tonneau Cover ............... 248
Tri-Fold Load Floor ................... 246
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 247
Cellular Phone .......................... 310
Certification Label ....................... 403
Chains, Tire ............................ 380
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 425
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 363
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light) ............................. 259,454
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 89
Checks, Safety ........................... 89
Child Booster Seat ........................ 77
Child Restraint .................. 75,77,79,83,85
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............81,83
Child Safety Locks ........................ 31
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 393
534 INDEX

Event Data Recorder...................... 74
Exhaust Gas Caution ................. 42,90,397
Exhaust System ....................... 90,469
Express Down Windows ................... 23
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 104
Exterior Light Service ..................... 497
Exterior Lighting ........................ 192
Exterior Lights ........................ 93,497
Fabric Care ............................ 487
Filler Location Fuel .................... 266,401
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 460
Air Conditioning .................. 326,464
Automatic Transaxle .................. 482
Engine Oil ....................... 460,504
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 460
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 196 Flashers
Hazard Warning ..................... 423
Turn Signal .................... 93,195,261
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 400
Engine Oil ......................... 400
Fuel Requirements ................. 397,399
Maintenance ........................ 401
Replacement Parts .................... 401
Starting ........................... 400
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 337
Floor Console .......................... 239
Fluid Capacities ......................... 503
Fluid Leaks ............................. 93
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle ...............481,482
Brake .......................... 478,505
Cooling System ...................... 472
Engine Oil ......................... 457
538 INDEX

Headlights On Reminder............... 194
Headlights On With Wipers ..........193,202
High Beam ...................... 196,497
High Beam Indicator .................. 261
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............ 196
Illuminated Entry ..................... 20
Instrument Cluster ................. 192,259
Intensity Control ..................... 196
Interior ............................ 196
License ............................ 501
Lights On Reminder .................. 194
Low Fuel .......................... 272
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 259
Map Reading ....................... 198
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ........ 197
Park .............................. 497
Passing ............................ 196
Reading ........................... 198
Rear Servicing .................... 497,499Rear Tail
........................... 499
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 264
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............ 266
Service ......................... 495,497
Service Engine Soon
(Malfunction Indicator) ................ 259
Side Marker ........................ 497
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 266
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .......262,383
Traction Control ..................... 360
Turn Signal ................. 93,195,497,499
Vanity Mirror ....................... 104
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 259
Load Floor, Cargo ....................... 246
Loading Vehicle ...................... 403,405
Capacities .......................... 405
Tires .............................. 367
Locks ................................. 29
Auto Unlock ......................... 31
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Automatic Door...................... 31
Child Protection ...................... 31
Door .............................. 29
Power Door ......................... 30
Low Tire Pressure System .................. 383
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ............................ 81,83
Lubrication, Body ....................... 466
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ................. 253
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 461
Maintenance Procedures ................... 456
Maintenance Schedule .................... 508
Maintenance, General ..................... 456
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 230
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 259,454
Manual Transaxle Fluid Level Check .................... 483
Frequency of Fluid Change ............. 483Lubricant Selection
................... 483
Manual, Service ......................... 527
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 198
Marker Lights, Side ...................... 497
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 478
Methanol ............................. 394
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 278
Mirrors ............................ 101,219
Automatic Dimming .................. 102
Electric Powered ..................... 103
Electric Remote ...................... 103
Exterior Folding ..................... 104
Heated ............................ 104
Outside ........................... 102
Rearview .......................... 101
Vanity ............................ 104
Mode Fuel Saver ......................... 276
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
544 INDEX