2015 DODGE JOURNEY air conditioning

test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealer or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
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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 (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against freez-
ing.
•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 emis-
sions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter.XXXXX
Replace air conditioning filter. X X XXXXX
Replace spark plugs(2.4L Engine). **XX X X X
Replace spark plugs(3.6L Engine). **X
Flush and replace the engine coolantat 10 years or 150,000 miles(240,000 km) whichever comes first.XX
Change the automatic transmissionfluid and filter.X
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
608 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

About Your Brakes........................431
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................434
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............563
Adding Fuel.............................489
Adding Washer Fluid......................558
Additives, Fuel...........................483
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag....................62
Air Bag Components.....................61
Air bag Operation.......................64
Air Bag Warning Light....................73
Enhanced Accident Response................72
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................75
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
If A Deployment Occurs...................71
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................65
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............75
Side Air Bags...........................66
Transporting Pets.......................102
Air bag Deployment........................61
Air bag Light.............................73
Air bag Maintenance........................75
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .550
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................552
Air Conditioning Filter.....................401
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips..............400
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone.................381
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................552
Air Conditioning System....................552
Air Pressure, Tires.........................458
Alarm Light.............................305
Alarm, Panic.............................22
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................17
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................17
All Wheel Drive (AWD).....................425
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................562
622 INDEX

Exhaust Gas Caution.....................44
Fails to Start...........................411
Flooded, Starting........................411
Fuel Requirements......................480
Jump Starting..........................528
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..547
Oil Change Interval......................315
Oil Filler Cap..........................541
Oil Selection...........................548
Oil Synthetic..........................549
Operation.............................102
Overheating...........................511
Starting..............................408
Temperature Gauge......................305
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................549
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................549
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............72
Entry System, Illuminated....................19
Ethanol................................481
Event Data Recorder........................75
Exhaust Gas Caution........................44
Exhaust System...........................104
Exterior Folding Mirrors....................119
Exterior Lighting..........................222
Exterior Lights...........................107
Fabric Care..............................578
Filler Location Fuel........................305
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................550
Air Conditioning.......................401
Engine Oil............................550
Engine Oil Disposal.....................550
Flashers
Hazard Warning........................511
Turn Signal...........................107
628 INDEX

Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).............4
Paint Care..............................575
Panic Alarm..............................22
Parking Brake............................431
ParkSense® System, Rear....................240
Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System)......216
Passing Light............................227
Pets...................................102
Phone (Pairing)...........................153
Phone (Uconnect®)........................120
Placard, Tire and Loading Information..........453
Power
Brakes...............................433
Distribution Center (Fuses)................585
Door Locks............................30
Inverter..............................271
Mirrors..............................117
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...........266
Seats................................198
Steering..............................429
Sunroof..............................263
Transfer Unit..........................574
Windows..............................39
Power Steering Fluid.......................601
Power Transfer Unit.......................574
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts................54
Preparation for Jacking.....................516
Pretensioners
Seat Belts..............................54
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .20
Radial Ply Tires..........................460
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)...........565
Radio Operation..........................372
Radio Remote Controls.....................370
Rear Air Conditioning......................381
Rear Axle (Differential).....................574
636 INDEX