2012 DODGE JOURNEY Owners Manual

Rotate the switch upward to the first detent posi-
tion for rear wiper operation.Rotate the switch upward past the first detent
position to activate the rear washer. The washer
pump will continue to operate as long as the switch
is held. Upon release, the wiper will cycle three times
before returning to the set position.
Rear Wiper/Washer
Rear Wiper/Washer Control
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If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned
to the LOCK position, the wiper will automatically return
to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted, the
wiper will resume function at whichever position the
switch is set at.
CAUTION!
•Turn the rear wiper off when driving through an
automatic car wash. Damage to the rear wiper may
result if the rear wiper switch is left in the on
position.
•In cold weather, always turn off the rear wiper
switch and allow the rear wiper to return to the
park position before turning off the engine. If the
rear wiper switch is left on and the rear wiper
freezes to the window, damage to the rear wiper
motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted.(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents
the rear wiper blade from returning to the park
position. If the rear wiper control is turned off and
the blade cannot return to the park position, dam-
age to the rear wiper motor may occur.
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located on the
climate control panel. Press this button to turn on
the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors
(if equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminate
when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
defroster automatically turns off after approximately
10 minutes.
NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to
the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The roof rack cross rails and side rails are designed to
carry cargo weight. The load must not exceed 150 lbs
(68 kg), and it should be distributed uniformly over the
cross rails. In addition, the roof rack does not increase the
total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the
total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the roof
rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
NOTE:Metal crossbars are offered by MOPAR accesso-
ries. See your authorized dealer.
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To Move The Cross Rails
1. Loosen the knobs on top of each cross rail approxi-
mately six turns to disengage the clamp tooth from the
side rail.2. Relocate the cross rails, aligning the cross rail stan-
chions (end pieces) with one of the vertical marks on the
outboard surface of the side rail for proper positioning.
There are four frontward marks for the front cross rail
and four rearward marks for the rear cross rail. Make
sure the cross rails remain equally spaced or parallel at
any position for proper function.
3. Tighten the knobs on each cross rail to lock it in
position. As you tighten the knob, make sure the clamp
tooth engages completely into the side rail slot.
4. Attempt to move the cross rail to ensure that it is
locked in position.
Roof Luggage Rack
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NOTE:
•To help control wind noise when installing the cross
rails, make sure the arrows marked on the underside
of the cross rails face the front of the vehicle.
•To help reduce the amount of wind noise when the
cross rails are not in use, fasten the front cross rail in
the fourth position from the front and the rear cross
rail in the eighth position.
The tie down holes on the cross rail ends should always
be used to tie down the load. Check the straps frequently
to be sure that the load remains securely attached.
CAUTION!
•Cross rails should remain equally spaced or paral-
lel at any luggage rack position for proper func-
tion. Noncompliance could result in damage to the
roof rack, cargo, and vehicle.
•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of
150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute loads as evenly
as possible and secure the load appropriately.
•Long loads, which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with
large frontal area should be secured to both the
front and rear of the vehicle.
•Place a blanket or other protection between the
surface of the roof and the load. (Continued)
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care-
fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the
roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or
nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward lift to
loads. This is especially true on large flat loads
and may result in damage to the cargo or your
vehicle.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof
Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features ............... 272
 Instrument Cluster .................... 273
 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 274
 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 282
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... 284
▫ EVIC White Indicators ................ 287
▫ EVIC Amber Indicators ................ 288
▫ EVIC Red Indicators .................. 288 ▫
Oil Change Due ..................... 291
▫ Fuel Economy ...................... 292
▫ Vehicle Speed ....................... 293
▫ Trip Info .......................... 293
▫ TirePSI ........................... 294
▫ Vehicle Info
(Customer Information Features) ......... 294
▫ Messages .......................... 295
▫ Turn Menu Off ...................... 295
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Uconnect Touch™ Settings ............... 295
▫ Hard-Keys ......................... 295
▫ Soft-Keys .......................... 296
▫ Customer Programmable Features —
Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 Settings ........... 296
▫ Customer Programmable Features —
Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4 Settings ...... 306
 Uconnect™ Multimedia Video Entertainment
System (VES)™ — If Equipped ............ 319
▫ Getting Started ...................... 319
▫ Single Video Screen ................... 320
▫ Play Video Games .................... 321
▫ Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2
While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1 .... 322▫
Important Notes For Single Video Screen
System ............................ 323
▫ Play A DVD Using The
Touch-Screen Radio ................... 323
▫ Remote Control ..................... 325
▫ Remote Control Storage ................ 327
▫ Locking The Remote Control ............ 328
▫ Replacing The Remote Control Batteries .... 328
▫ Headphones Operation ................ 328
▫ Replacing The Headphone Batteries ....... 329
▫ Controls ........................... 329
▫ Unwired Stereo Headphone Lifetime
Limited Warranty .................... 330
▫ System Information ................... 332
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