2013 DODGE JOURNEY fuel pump

as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi-
ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline
before considering service for the vehicle.
Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and
endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World-
wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties
necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance,
and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recom-
mends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC speci-
fications if they are available.
Reformulated Gasoline
Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner
burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.”
Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe-
cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-
prove air quality.The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso-
lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro-
vide excellent performance and durability of engine and
fuel system components.
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxygen-
ates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates may be
used in your vehicle.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gasoline
containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these blends
may result in starting and driveability problems, dam-
age critical fuel system components, cause emissions to
exceed the applicable standard, and/or cause the “Mal-
function Indicator Light” to illuminate. Pump labels
should clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater
than 10% Ethanol.
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MMT In Gasoline
MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline
blended with MMT provides no performance advantage
beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT.
Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and
reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles.
The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without MMT
be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may
not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you
should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline
contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal and California
reformulated gasoline.
Materials Added To Fuel
All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain
effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or
other additives is not needed under normal conditions and
they would result in additional cost. Therefore, you should
not have to add anything to the fuel.
Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.
Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-
mance and damage the emissions control system.
•An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune
or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser-
vice. Contact your authorized dealer for service
assistance.
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WARNING!
•Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the
vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is
being filled.
•Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is
running.
•A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
•Failure to follow this warning may result in serious
injury or death.
NOTE:
•Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.
This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened
properly. The MIL in the instrument cluster may turnon if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure
that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is
refueled.
•When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the
word “gASCAP” will display in the odometer. If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap until a “clicking” sound
is heard and press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn
off the message. If the problem persists, the message will
appear the next time the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the MIL. Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic
System” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further infor-
mation.
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CavityCar-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
F153 20 Amp
YellowFuel Pump
F156 10 Amp
RedBrake/Electronic Sta-
bility Control Module
F157 10 Amp
RedTransfer Case Module
– If Equipped
F158 10 Amp
RedActive Hood Module
– If Equipped
F159 10 Amp
RedSpare
F160 20 Amp
YellowInterior Lights
F161 20 Amp
YellowHornCavityCar-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
F162 50 Amp
RedCabin Heater #1/
Vacuum Pump –
If Equipped
F163 50 Amp
RedCabin Heater #2 –
If Equipped
F164 25 Amp
NaturalPowertrain Auto
Shutdown
F165 20 Amp
YellowPowertrain Shutdown
F166 20 Amp
YellowSpare
F167 30 Amp
GreenPowertrain Shutdown
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