2015 DODGE JOURNEY cooling

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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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567

FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models20.5 Gallons 77.6 Liters
All-Wheel Drive Models21 Gallons 79.8 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified)4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified)6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
Cooling System*
2.4L Engine and Single or Dual-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula)
10.7 Quarts 10.1 Liters
2.4L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula)
11.6 Quarts 11.0 Liters
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597

ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Oil – 3.6L 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.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs.
Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection87 Octane
CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine
damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant is different and should not be mixed with
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CAUTION!(Continued)
Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat-
ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling
system in an emergency, the cooling system will
need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
•Inspect exhaust system.
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
606 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........565
Cooling System...........................561
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............563
Coolant Capacity.......................597
Coolant Level..........................561
Disposal of Used Coolant.................565
Drain, Flush, and Refill...................562
Inspection............................566
Points to Remember.....................566
Pressure Cap..........................565
Radiator Cap..........................565
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).............562
Corrosion Protection.......................575
Cupholders.............................273
Customer Assistance.......................613
Data Recorder, Event.......................75
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights.............229
Daytime Running Lights....................224
Dealer Service............................545
Defroster, Rear Window.....................288
Defroster, Windshield......................106
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..................230
Diagnostic System, Onboard.................543
Dimmer Switch, Headlight...................227
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission..................571
Oil (Engine)...........................547
Power Steering.........................430
Disabled Vehicle Towing....................535
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................565
Door Locks
Door Locks............................28
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Remote...............................28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................28
Door Locks, Automatic......................31
626 INDEX

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
INDEX 627

Flash-To-Pass............................227
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range.........................488
Engine Oil............................487
Fuel Requirements......................485
Maintenance...........................488
Replacement Parts.......................488
Starting..............................488
Flooded Engine Starting.....................411
Floor Console............................275
Fluid, Brake.............................601
Fluid Capacities..........................597
Fluid Leaks.............................108
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................571
Brake................................568
Cooling System.........................561
Engine Oil............................547
Power Steering.........................430
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........598
Fog Lights..............................225
Fog Light Service.........................592
Folding Rear Seat.........................211
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................532
Fuel...................................480
Adding..............................489
Additives.............................483
Clean Air.............................481
Conserving............................316
Ethanol..............................481
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................305
Filler Door (Gas Cap)....................305
Gasoline..............................480
Gauge...............................305
Light................................312
Materials Added........................483
Methanol.............................481
OctaneRating..........................48010
INDEX 629

Compact Spare.........................462
General Information.....................457
High Speed...........................460
Inflation Pressures.......................458
Jacking...............................514
Life of Tires...........................466
Load Capacity.........................452
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............470
Pressure Warning Light...................301
Quality Grading........................619
Radial...............................460
Replacement...........................466
Rotation..............................469
Safety...............................446
Sizes................................447
Snow Tires............................462
Spare Tire.............................515
Spinning.............................464
Trailer Towing.........................501
Tread Wear Indicators....................465
Tire Safety Information.....................446
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................498
To Open Hood...........................220
Towing................................493
Behind a Motorhome.....................507
Disabled Vehicle........................535
Guide...............................497
Recreational...........................507
Weight...............................497
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........507
Traction................................426
Traction Control..........................437
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................442
Trailer Towing...........................493
CoolingSystem Tips.....................506
Hitches..............................496
Minimum Requirements..................499
Ti p s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..50510
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