2015 DODGE JOURNEY heater

After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one
hour to have an adequate effect on the engine.
The engine block heater cord is bundled under the hood
between the headlight assembly and the Totally Inte-
grated Power Module (Fuse Box) on the driver’s side of
the vehicle.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater
cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt
electrical cord could cause electrocution.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNING!
•It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL
if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If
your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the
vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-
verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit
someone or something. Only shift into gear when
the engine is idling normally and your foot is
firmly pressing the brake pedal.
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Starting
The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use
when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the
range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an
increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and
a deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesitations)
until the engine is fully warmed up.
NOTE:Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) is
beneficial for E-85 startability when the ambient tempera-
ture is less than 32°F (0°C).
Cruising Range
Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter
than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel
consumption. You can expect your miles per gallon
(mpg)/miles per liter and your driving range to decrease
by about 30%, compared to gasoline operation.
Replacement Parts
Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are
designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure
that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com-
patible parts.
CAUTION!
Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol
compatible components can damage your vehicle.
Maintenance
CAUTION!
Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your
vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and
may affect drivability.
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to High. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
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
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WARNING!(Continued)
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
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WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
•Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
•Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission
into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri-
cal accessories.
Remote Battery Posts
1—RemotePositive(+)Post(CoveredWithProtectiveCap)2 — Remote Negative (-) Post
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Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini-
FuseDescription
F151 30 Amp
Pink
– Headlamp Washer
Motor – If
Equipped
F152 – 25 Amp
Clear
Diesel Fuel Heater
– If Equipped
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
Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini-
FuseDescription
F158 – 10 Amp
Red
Active Hood Mod-
ule – If Equipped
F159 – 10 Amp
Red
Spare
F160 – 20 Amp
Yellow
Interior Lights
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
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Cavity
Car-
tridge
Fuse
Mini-
FuseDescription
F177 – 20 Amp
Yellow
All Wheel Drive
Module – If
Equipped
F178 – 25 Amp
Clear
Sunroof – If
Equipped
F179 – 10 Amp
Red
Battery Sensor
F181 100
Amp
Blue
– Electrohydraulic
Steering (EHPS) – If
Equipped
F182 50 Amp
Red
– Cabin Heater #3 –
If Equipped
F184 30 Amp
Pink
– Front Wiper Motor
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Courtesy/Reading
Lamps (Incandescent)
578
Courtesy/Reading
Lamps (Optional LED)
LED (Serviced at Autho-
rized Dealer)
Glove Box Lamp 194
Cargo Lamp 579
Optional Door Map
Pocket/Cupholder
LED (Serviced at Autho-
rized Dealer)
For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for
replacement instructions.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589

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
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantWe recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile For-
mula OAT (Organic Additive Technology).
Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the require-
ments 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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Door Opener, Garage.......................253
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water................................427
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy......316
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™)......347
E-85 Fuel...............................485
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)........266
Electrical Power Outlets.....................266
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................117
Electronic Brake Control System...............434
Brake Assist System.....................437
Traction Control System...................437
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..............438
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........236
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............439
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
Instrument Cluster Display.................27
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......307
Remote Start...........................27
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................532
Hazard Warning Flasher..................511
Jacking...............................514
Jump Starting..........................528
Overheating...........................511
Towing..............................535
Emission Control System Maintenance..........544
Engine.................................102
Air Cleaner...........................550
Block Heater..........................413
Break-In Recommendations................102
Checking Oil Level......................547
Compartment..........................541
Compartment Identification................542
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................561
Cooling..............................56110
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