2012 DODGE JOURNEY ignition

CAUTION! (Continued)
•Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage. NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
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•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, do not open
the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap
when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every
12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or
rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
F115 20 Amp
Yellow Rear Wiper Motor
F116 30 Amp
Pink Rear Defroster (EBL)
F117 10 Amp
Red Heated Mirrors
F118 10 Amp
Red Occupant Restraint
Controller
F119 10 Amp
Red Steering Column
Control Module
F120 10 Amp
Red All Wheel Drive – If
Equipped
F121 15 Amp
Blue Wireless Ignition
Node
F122 25 Amp
Natural Driver Door ModuleCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
F123 25 Amp
Natural Passenger Door
Module
F124 10 Amp
Red Mirrors
F125 10 Amp
Red Steering Column
Control Module
F126 10 Amp
Red Audio Amplifier
F127 20 Amp
Yellow Trailer Tow – If
Equipped
F128 15 Amp
Blue Radio
F129 15 Amp
Blue Video/DVD – If
Equipped
F130 15 Amp
Blue Climate Control/
Instrument Panel
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
F103 60 Amp
Yellow Interior Power Dis-
tribution Center Rail
F105 60 Amp
Yellow Interior Power Dis-
tribution Center Rail
Ignition Run Relay
F106 60 Amp
Yellow Interior Power
Distribution Center
Rail Run/Accessory
Relays
F139 40 Amp
Green Climate Control
System Blower
F140 30 Amp
Pink Power Locks
F141 40 Amp
Green Anti-Lock Brake
System
F142 40 Amp
Green Glow Plugs – If
EquippedCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
F143 40 Amp
Green Exterior Lights 1
F144 40 Amp
Green Exterior Lights 2
F145 30 Amp
Pink To Body Computer –
Lamp
F146 30 Amp
Pink Spare
F147 30 Amp
Pink Spare
F148 40 Amp
Green Radiator Fan Motor
F149 30 Amp
Pink Starter Solenoid
F150 25 Amp
Natural Powertrain Control
Modules
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IgnitionKey ............................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint ........................ 76,77
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 282
Inside Rearview Mirror ................... 101
Instrument Cluster ....................... 274
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 272
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 532
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 534
Interior Appearance Care .................. 532
Interior Fuses .......................... 535
Interior Lights .......................... 206
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 209
Introduction ............................. 4
Inverter, Power ......................... 247 Jack Location
........................... 472
Jack Operation ....................... 471,475
Jacking Instructions ...................... 475
Jump Starting .......................... 483
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Keyless Enter-N-Go .................... 34,369
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21
Keyless Go ............................. 12
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 61
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 205
Lane Change Assist ...................... 206
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 46
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