2015 DODGE JOURNEY service indicator

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the
word “gASCAP” will display in the odometer. If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap until a “clicking” sound
is heard and press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn
off the message. If the problem persists, the message will
appear the next time the vehicle is started.
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A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the MIL.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which
you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if
your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the
following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do
not crank or start the engine.
NOTE:If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
•The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
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SCHEDULES
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Certification Label.........................491
Chains, Tire.............................468
Changing A Flat Tire.......................514
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................447
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .298
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety..............103
Checks, Safety...........................103
Child Restraint............................76
Child Restraints
Booster Seats...........................83
Child Restraints.........................76
Child Seat Installation.....................96
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt........94
Infants And Child Restraints................79
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint.....93
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt..................................95
Locating The LATCH Anchorages............90
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.......86
Older Children And Child Restraints..........79
Seating Positions........................85
Using The Top Tether Anchorage............100
Child Safety Locks.........................32
Clean Air Gasoline........................481
Cleaning
Wheels...............................577
Coin Holder.............................275
Cold Weather Operation....................411
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance..............372
Compact Spare Tire........................462
Computer, Trip/Travel......................318
Connector
UCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..370
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)..........370
Conserving Fuel..........................316
Console, Floor...........................275
Console, Overhead........................250
Contract, Service..........................61510
INDEX 625

Brake Assist Warning....................441
Brake Warning.........................303
Bulb Replacement.......................591
Courtesy/Reading......................229
Daytime Running.......................224
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.................226
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator.....441
Exterior..............................107
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..225
Hazard Warning Flasher..................511
Headlights............................222
Headlights On Reminder..................225
Headlights On With Wipers................223
Headlight Switch.......................222
High Beam............................227
High Beam Indicator.....................300
High Beam/Low Beam Select...............227
Illuminated Entry........................19
Instrument Cluster......................222
Intensity Control........................228
Interior..............................227
License..............................596
Lights On Reminder.....................225
Low Fuel.............................312
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).........298
Map Reading..........................229
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)...........229
Park................................591
Passing..............................227
Reading..............................229
Rear Servicing.........................593
Rear Tail Lamps........................593
Seat Belt Reminder......................302
Security Alarm.........................305
Service...............................589
ServiceEngine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .298
Side Marker...........................591
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............30110
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Traction Control........................441
Turn Signal...........................107
Vanity Mirror..........................120
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......298
Load Floor, Cargo.........................282
Loading Vehicle..........................491
Capacities............................493
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..452
Locks..................................28
Automatic Door.........................31
Auto Unlock...........................31
Child Protection.........................32
Door.................................28
Power Door............................30
Low Tire Pressure System...................470
Lubrication, Body.........................555
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)...................289
Lug Nuts...............................513
Maintenance Free Battery....................551
Maintenance Procedures....................546
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......298
Manual, Service..........................618
Manual Transaxle
Fluid Level Check.......................574
Lubricant Selection......................574
Map/Reading Lights.......................229
Marker Lights, Side........................591
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................568
Methanol...............................481
Mini-Trip Computer.......................318
Mirrors................................115
Automatic Dimming.....................116
Electric Powered........................117
Electric Remote.........................117
Exterior Folding........................119
Heated...............................119
Outside..............................116
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Rear Seat..............................47
Untwisting Procedure.....................52
Seats..................................197
Adjustment...........................197
Easy Entry............................216
Height Adjustment......................198
Power...............................198
Rear Folding...........................211
Reclining.............................203
Reclining Rear.........................214
Seatback Release........................205
Tilting...............................198
Security Alarm............................17
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)...............598
SENTRY KEY®
FCC General Information..................16
Key Programming.......................16
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)....................15
Sentry Key Replacement.....................16
Service Assistance.........................613
Service Contract..........................615
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator). . .298
Service Manuals..........................618
Shift Lever Override.......................533
Shoulder Belts............................47
Side View Mirror Adjustment.................116
Signals, Turn............................107
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)...................468
Snow Tires..............................462
Spare Tire...............................462
Spark Plugs.............................598
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline).........................598
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..598
Speed Control (Cruise Control)................236
Speedometer.............................305
Starting.................................25
Automatic Transmission..................40810
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Trailer and Tongue Weight.................498
Wiring...............................503
Trailer Towing Guide.......................497
Trailer Weight............................497
Transaxle
Autostick.............................424
Transmission
Automatic............................413
Filter................................573
Fluid................................570
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .23
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .253
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........20
Transporting Pets.........................102
Tread Wear Indicators......................465
Trip Odometer...........................300
Turn Signals.............................226
UCI Connector...........................370
Uconnect®
Advanced Phone Connectivity..............140
Operation.............................123
Phone Call Features.....................130
Phone Features.........................135
Screen Activated Features..................21
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect®
Phone...............................140
Uconnect® Settings.......................22
Uconnect® phone.........................120
Uconnect® Phone.........................146
Uconnect® Settings.........................21
Uconnect® Voice Command..................183
Underhood Fuses.........................585
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................619
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .370
Universal Transmitter......................253
Unleaded Gasoline........................480
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