2014 DODGE JOURNEY brake

WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used
in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should
be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur-
er ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shud-
der, and will require more frequent fluid and filter
changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered prod-
uct and its performance may be impaired by supplemental
additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of
special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks. Avoid using trans-
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check — Four-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Use the following procedure to check the transmission
fluid level properly:
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least 60seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest of
this procedure.
3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake pedal. 4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi-
tion (allowing time for the transmission to fully en-
gage in each position), ending with the transmission in
PARK.
5. Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to prevent dirt from entering the transmission.
6. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or cold. You can also read the transmission fluid
temperature using the Vehicle Information display in
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in
the instrument cluster. Refer to Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) inUnderstanding Your
Instrument Panel for further information. Hot fluid is
approximately 180°F (82°C), which is the normal op-
erating temperature after the vehicle is driven at least
15 miles (24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held comfortably
between the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a temperature
of approximately 80°F (27°C).
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7. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert it until seated.Then, remove the dipstick and note the fluid level on
both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there
is a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick.
Note that the holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid
if the actual level is at or above the hole.
• If the fluid is hot, the fluid level should be in the
crosshatched area marked “HOT” (between the up-
per two holes in the dipstick).
• If the fluid is cold, the fluid level should be between
the lower two holes in the area marked “COLD.”
If the fluid level is low, add fluid through the dipstick
tube to bring it to the proper level. Do not overfill. After
adding any quantity of oil through the dipstick tube, wait
at least two minutes for the oil to fully drain into the
transmission before rechecking the fluid level. NOTE:
If it is necessary to check the transmission below
the operating temperature, the fluid level should be
between the two COLD (lower) holes on the dipstick
with the fluid at approximately 80°F (27°C). If the fluid
level is correctly established at 80°F (27°C), it should be
between the HOT (upper) reference holes when the
transmission reaches 180°F (82°C). Remember it is best to
check the level at the normal operating temperature.
8. Check for leaks. Release the parking brake.
CAUTION!
•Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur-
er’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
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•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use MOPAR® Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
•All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner. NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor
Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives
or polishing compounds. They will permanently damage
this finish and such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. USE ONLY MILD SOAP AND
WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used on a regular basis
this is all that is required to maintain this finish.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
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CavityCar-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
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
Equipped
F143 40 Amp Green Exterior Lights 1
F144 40 Amp Green Exterior Lights 2
F145 30 Amp Pink To Body Computer
– LampCavity Car-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
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
F151 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Washer
Motor – If Equipped
F152 25 Amp
Natural Diesel Fuel Heater –
If Equipped
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CavityCar-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
F153 20 Amp
Yellow Fuel Pump
F156 10 Amp
Red Brake/Electronic
Stability Control Module
F157 10 Amp
Red Power Transfer Unit
Module –
If Equipped
F158 10 Amp
Red Active Hood Mod-
ule – If Equipped
F159 10 Amp
Red Spare
F160 20 Amp
Yellow Interior LightsCavityCar-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
F161 20 Amp
Yellow Horn
F162 40 Amp Red/
20 Amp Lt. Blue Cabin Heater #1/
Vacuum Pump – If Equipped
F163 50 Amp Red Cabin Heater #2 –
If Equipped
F164 25 Amp
Natural Powertrain Auto
Shutdown
F165 20 Amp
Yellow Powertrain Shut-
down
F166 20 Amp
Yellow Spare
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CavityCar-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
F167 30 Amp
Green Powertrain Shut-
down
F168 10 Amp
Red Air Conditioner
Clutch
F169 40 Amp Green Emissions – Partial
Zero EmissionsVehicle Motor
F170 15 Amp
Blue Emissions – Partial
Zero Emissions
Vehicle Actuators
F172 20 Amp
Yellow Spare
F173 25 Amp
Natural Anti Lock Brake
ValvesCavity Car-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
F174 20 Amp
Yellow Siren – If Equipped
F175 30 Amp
Green Spare
F176 10 Amp
Red Powertrain Control
Modules
F177 20 Amp
Yellow All Wheel Drive
Module – IfEquipped
F178 25 Amp
Natural Sunroof – If
Equipped
F179 10 Amp
Red Battery Sensor
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission.
We recommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) We recommend you use MOPAR® Gear Lubricant 75W-90.
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) We recommend you use MOPAR® Gear Lubricant 75W-90.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3, SAE J1703. If DOT 3 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid + 4, or
MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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