2012 DODGE JOURNEY steering

WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are
recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE: The battery is stored in a compartment that is
located behind the left front fender and is accessible
through the wheel well. The wheel and tire assemble do
not need to be removed to access the compartment.
Remote battery terminals are located in the engine com-
partment for jump-starting. Refer to “Jump-Starting Pro-
cedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further
information.
To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the
right and remove the access panel from the inner fender
shield.
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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
F169 40 Amp
Green Emissions – Partial
Zero Emissions Ve-
hicle Motor
F170 15 Amp
Blue Emissions – Partial
Zero Emissions Ve-
hicle Actuators
F172 20 Amp
Yellow Spare
F173 25 Amp
Natural Anti Lock Brake
Valves
F174 20 Amp
Yellow Siren – If Equipped
F175 30 Amp
Green Spare
F176 10 Amp
Red Powertrain Control
ModulesCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
F177 20 Amp
Yellow All Wheel Drive
Module – If
Equipped
F178 25 Amp
Natural Sunroof – If
Equipped
F179 10 Amp
Red Battery Sensor
F181 100 Amp
Blue Electrohydraulic
Steering (EHPS) – If
Equipped
F182 50 Amp
Red Cabin Heater #3 – If
Equipped
F184 30 Amp
Pink Front Wiper Motor
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the
headlamp housing and rotate it
14turn clockwise to lock
it in place.
Front Fog Lamp
NOTE: Turn the steering wheel to the right if replacing
the left front fog lamp or to the left if replacing the right
front fog lamp to allow for easier access to the front of the
wheel well.
1. Remove the fasteners retaining the front lower wheel
well access panel and remove the access panel. 2. Remove the electrical connector from the fog lamp
housing.
3. Squeeze the two tabs on the side of the bulb socket and
pull straight out from the fog lamp.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPAR
ATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MOPARGear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent.
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR
DOT 3, SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used. If DOT 3 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR
Power Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR ATF+4Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 207
Bulb Replacement ..................... 541,542
Bulbs, Light .......................... 94,541
Camera, Rear ........................... 225
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 548
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 447
Oil (Engine) ..................... 497,505
Power Steering ...................... 395
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 521
Car Washes ............................ 530
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............91,443
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................258,449
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 260
Cargo Area Features ...................... 257
Cargo Compartment ...................... 257
Light ............................. 257
Luggage Carrier ..................... 265 Cargo Load Floor
........................ 258
Cargo Management System ................. 258
Rollaway Tonneau Cover ............... 260
Tri-Fold Load Floor ................... 258
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 259
Cellular Phone .......................... 344
Certification Label ....................... 449
Chains, Tire ............................ 427
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 471
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 410
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............274,500
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 90
Checks, Safety ........................... 90
Child Booster Seat ........................ 78
Child Restraint .................. 76,77,80,84,86
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............82,84
Child Safety Locks ........................ 32
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 439
580 INDEX

Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 209
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 499
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 206
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission .............526,528
Oil (Engine) ........................ 503
Power Steering ...................... 395
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 490
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 521
Engine Oil ......................... 506
Door Locks ............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 31
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 230
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 392
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 393
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 292E-85 Fuel
............................. 443
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 103
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...... 242
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 242
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 400
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 400
Brake Assist System ................... 403
Electronic Roll Mitigation ............... 404
Electronic Stability Program ............. 405
Traction Control System ................ 403
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............. 404
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 213
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 405
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ............................. 225,282
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............. 487
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 469
Jacking ............................ 471
582 INDEX

Exterior Light Service..................... 542
Exterior Lighting ........................ 202
Exterior Lights ........................ 94,542
Fabric Care ............................ 532
Filler Location Fuel .................... 281,447
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 506
Air Conditioning .................. 360,510
Engine Oil ....................... 506,549
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 506
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 206
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................... 469
Turn Signal .................... 94,205,276
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 446
Engine Oil ......................... 446
Fuel Requirements ................. 443,445Maintenance
........................ 447
Replacement Parts .................... 447
Starting ........................... 446
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 371
Floor Console .......................... 251
Fluid Capacities ......................... 548
Fluid Leaks ............................. 94
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission .............526,528
Brake .......................... 524,550
Cooling System ...................... 518
Engine Oil ......................... 503
Power Steering ................... 395,550
Fluid, Brake ........................... 550
Fluids ................................ 549
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 549
Fog Light Service ........................ 543
Fog Lights ....................... 204,276,543
Folding Rear Seat ..................... 190,197
584 INDEX