2014 DODGE JOURNEY engine coolant

Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
•
Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the
coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze)
needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion
bottle must also be protected against freezing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
•
Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine which contains aluminum components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY
the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in
unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models 20.5 Gallons77.6 Liters
All-Wheel Drive Models 21 Gallons79.8 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts4.26 Liters
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts5.6 Liters
Cooling System*
2.4L Engine and Single or Dual-Zone Climate Control System
(MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula)10.7 Quarts 10.1 Liters
2.4L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) 11.6 Quarts
11.0 Liters
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U.S.Metric
3.6L Engine and Single or Dual-Zone Climate Control System
(MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula)13.1 Quarts 12.4 Liters
3.6L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) 14.5 Quarts
13.7 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology).
Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as
MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®. Refer to your engine oil filler
cap for correct SAE grade.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission (2.4L
engine only) and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace air conditioning filter. X X X XX XX
Replace spark plugs
(2.4L Engine). ** XX X X X
Replace spark plugs
(3.6L Engine). ** X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first. XX
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About Your Brakes........................434
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ................438
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............569
Adding Fuel ............................ .492
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .563
Additives, Fuel .......................... .486
Airbag ..................................65
Airbag Deployment ........................76
Airbag Light .............................73
Airbag Maintenance ........................78
Airbag, Side ..............................68
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................69
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .554
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................557
Air Conditioning Filter .....................404
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............405
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone .................385
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................557
Air Conditioning System ....................557 Air Pressure, Tires
........................ .462
Alarm Light ............................ .310
Alarm, Panic .............................24
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................18
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................18
All Wheel Drive (AWD) .....................429
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................568
Disposal ............................. .571
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................438
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................309
Appearance Care ........................ .580
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............18
Assist, Hill Start ..........................448
Auto Down Power Windows ..................42
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................119
Automatic Door Locks ......................33
Automatic Headlights ..................... .226
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............320
626 INDEX

Parking............................. .434
Warning Light ........................ .307
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................419
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........106
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................230
Bulb Replacement ........................ .594
Bulbs, Light .............................111
Camera, Rear ............................251
Capacities, Fluid ..........................602
Caps, Filler Fuel .................................492
Oil (Engine) .......................... .545
Power Steering ........................ .434
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................570
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..................108
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .287
Cargo Area Features .......................284
Cargo Compartment .......................284 Light
............................... .284
Luggage Carrier ........................293
Cargo Load Floor ........................ .285
Cargo Management System ..................285
Rollaway Tonneau Cover ..................287
Tri-Fold Load Floor ..................... .285
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .286
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................285
Car Washes ............................ .580
Cellular Phone .......................... .375
Certification Label ........................ .494
Chains, Tire ............................ .471
Changing A Flat Tire .......................518
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .451
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .302
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............107
Checks, Safety .......................... .107
Child Restraint ............................80
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Data Recorder, Event.......................79
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............231
Daytime Running Lights ....................227
Dealer Service ............................550
Defroster, Rear Window .....................292
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .109
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................232
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................547
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................230
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................576
Oil (Engine) .......................... .551
Power Steering ........................ .434
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................539
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................571
Door Locks Door Locks ............................31
KeyFob...............................31 Remote
...............................31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................31
Door Locks, Automatic ......................33
Door Opener, Garage .......................256
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .431
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy ......321
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) ......350
E-85 Fuel ...............................488
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........269
Electrical Power Outlets .....................269
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................121
Electronic Brake Control System ...............439
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................438
Brake Assist System .....................441
Traction Control System ...................442
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..............442
630 INDEX