2014 DODGE JOURNEY radiator cap

CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,”
safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the A/C turned off until the pointer drops back
into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the
“H,” and you hear continuous chimes, turn the en-
gine OFF immediately, and call for service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
2.4L Engine — If Equipped
On hot days the engine oil temperature may become too
hot during sustained high-speed driving or if towing a
trailer up long grades. If this happens, a HOTOIL mes-
sage will flash in the odometer and the vehicle speed will
be reduced to 48 mph (77 km/h) maximum until the
engine oil temperature is reduced.
NOTE:The maximum vehicle speed is reduced to
48 mph (77 km/h), you may reduce vehicle speed further
as needed. Once the engine oil temperature is reduced,
you may continue to drive normally
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure
that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any
time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the
vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a
properly calibrated torque wrench.
516 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper bladeholder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press
the wiper blade until it snaps into place.
5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into place.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer and the rear window washer
share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is
located in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator
antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to
flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade performance. To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer
fluid when the message “LoWASH” appears in the
instrument cluster.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.Cooling System
WARNING!
• When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the igni-
tion switch is in the ON position.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
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NOTE:
•Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer.
• Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as
possible.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery bottle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the
cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the
engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the
cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes
pressure to build up in the cooling system. To
prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
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Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately.
Coolant Level
2.4L Engine —The coolant bottle provides a quick visual
method for determining that the coolant level is ad-
equate. With the engine idling and warm to normal
operating temperature, the level of the coolant in the
bottle should be between the “ADD” and “FULL” lines,
shown on the bottle. 3.6L Engine —
The level of the coolant in the pressurized
coolant bottle should be between the “COLD” and
“FULL” range on the bottle when the engine is cold.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
coolant freeze point or replacing engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Advise your service attendant of this. As long as
the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the
coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When
additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to main-
tain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant
bottle. Do not overfill.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 571

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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Child RestraintsChild Seat Installation ....................101
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint .....97
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle
Seat Belt ..............................99
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......90
Child Safety Locks .........................34
Clean Air Gasoline ........................484
Cleaning Wheels ...............................582
Coin Holder ............................ .278
Cold Weather Operation ....................415
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............374
Compact Spare Tire ........................466
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .323
Connector UCI................................ .372
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........372
Conserving Fuel ..........................321 Console, Floor
.......................... .278
Console, Overhead ........................253
Contract, Service ..........................619
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........570
Cooling System .......................... .566
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............569
Coolant Capacity .......................602
Coolant Level ..........................567
Disposal of Used Coolant .................571
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................567
Inspection ............................571
Points to Remember .....................572
Pressure Cap ..........................570
Radiator Cap ..........................570
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............568
Corrosion Protection .......................580
Cupholders ............................ .275
Customer Assistance .......................617
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INDEX 629

PowerBrakes ...............................437
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................590
Door Locks ............................32
Inverter ............................. .273
Mirrors ............................. .121
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........269
Seats ............................... .200
Steering ............................. .433
Sunroof ............................. .265
Transfer Unit ..........................579
Windows ..............................41
Power Steering Fluid .......................605
Power Transfer Unit .......................579
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................64
Preparation for Jacking .....................520
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................59 Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .22
Radial Ply Tires
..........................463
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........570
Radio Operation ..........................375
Radio Remote Controls .....................373
Rear Air Conditioning ..................... .385
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................579
Rear Camera ............................251
Rear Cupholder ..........................275
Rear Drive Assembly .......................579
Rear Liftgate .............................45
Rear ParkSense System .....................243
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .214
Rear Window Defroster .....................292
Rear Window Features .....................290
Rear Wiper/Washer ........................290
Reclining Front Seats .......................206
Reclining Rear Seats .......................217
640 INDEX