2015 DODGE JOURNEY User Guide

NOTE:
•Astreetaddressisrequiredwhenorderingmanuals(noP.O.Boxes).
•TheOwner'sManualandUserGuideelectronicfilesarealsoavailableontheChrysler,
Jeep, Ram Truck, Dodge and SRT websites.
•Clickonthe“ForOwners”tab,select“Owner/ServiceManuals”,thenselectyour
desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your
authorized dealer and the manufacturer.
To c o n t a c t N H T S A , y o u m a y e i t h e r c a l l t h e A u t o S a f e t y H o t l i n e t o l l f r e e a t
1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write
to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building, Washington,
D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer
Service Department immediately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect
to the Canadian government should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect
Investigations and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/.
French Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian govern-
ment should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls
at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/securiteroutiere/ .
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®
•ThefollowinghighlightsjustsomeofthemanyAuthenticDodgeAccessoriesby
Mopar®featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your Dodge Journey.
•InchoosingAuthenticAccessoriesyougainfarmorethanexpressivestyle,premium
protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle
with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved.
•ForthefulllineofAuthenticDodgeAccessoriesbyMopar®,visityourlocaldealership
or online at mopar.com for U.S. residents and mopar.ca for Canadian residents.
NOTE:
All parts are subject to availability.
CHROME:
•BodysideMoldings •FuelFillerDoor •ExhaustTip
•MirrorCovers
EXTERIOR:
•FogLights •MoldedSplashGuards •FrontAirDeflector
•HitchReceiver
INTERIOR:
•PremiumCarpetFloorMats•SlushMats •DoorSillGuards
•BrightPedalKit•KatzkinLeatherInteriors •CargoTray
ELECTRONICS:
•AmbientLighting •Mopar®Web (Wi-Fi) • Park Assist
•ElectronicVehicleTrackingSystem•RemoteStart
CARRIERS:
•Hitch-MountBikeCarrier •RoofMountBikeCarrier •RoofBoxCargoCarrier
•RoofMountSkiandSnowboard Carrier•RoofMountWaterSportsCarrier•RoofMountCanoeCarrier
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
•HowdoIinstallmyLATCHEquippedChildSeat?pg.21
•HowdoImovemyrearseats?pg.30
ELECTRONICS
•HowdoIknowwhichradioIhave?
•Uconnect®4.3 & 4.3S pg. 49
•Uconnect®8.4 & 8.4N pg. 51
•HowdoIselecttheAUXmusicsource?pg.65
•HowdoIsettheclockonmyradio?
•Uconnect®4.3 & 4.3S pg. 49
•Uconnect®8.4 & 8.4N pg. 51
•HowdoIusetheNavigationfeature?pg.59
•HowdoIpairmycellphoneviaBluetooth®with the Uconnect®Hands-Free Voice
Activation System? pg. 66
•HowdoIheartheaudiofrommyiPod®through the USB port using the radio?
•Uconnect®4.3 & 4.3S pg. 65
•Uconnect®8.4, 8.4N pg. 65
•HowdoIconfiguremyUniversalGarageDoorOpener(HomeLink®)? pg. 78
UTILITY
•HowdoIknowhowmuchIcantowwithmyDodgeJourney?pg.84
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
•WhatdoIdoifmyTPMSwarninglightisblinking?pg.87
•HowdoIchangeaflattire?pg.93
•HowdoIJump-Startmyvehicle?pg.101
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
•WhereismyFuseBlocklocated?
•InteriorFusespg.119
•UnderhoodFusespg.120
•WhattypeofoildoIuse?pg.112
•HowoftenshouldIchangemyengine’soil?pg.114
•Whatshouldmytirepressurebesetat?pg.121
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . .114
Adding Washer Fluid..........114
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag.......16
Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Air Bag Warning Light . . . . .16, 87
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Side Impacts.............16
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter)................114Air Conditioner Maintenance.....114Air Conditioning.............40Air Conditioning Refrigerant......114Air Conditioning System........114AlarmVehicle Security Alarm.......14Alarm (Security Alarm).......14,91Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .112, 114Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).....86Appearance Care............114Arming System (Security Alarm)....14Assistance Towing............86Automatic Headlights..........37Automatic Oil Change Indicator.....91
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..40Automatic TransmissionAdding Fluid............114Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Back-Up Camera............43Battery.................114Charging System Light.......86Body Mechanism Lubrication.....114Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Brake System.............114Fluid Check............114Master Cylinder..........114Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . .89Break-In Recommendations, NewVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35Bulb Replacement...........124Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Calibration, Compass..........77Capacities, Fluid............112
Caps, FillerOil (Engine)............114Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Changing A Flat Tire...........93Charging System Light.........86Check Engine Light (MalfunctionIndicator Light) . . . . . . . . . . . .90Child Restraint..............19CleaningWheels...............114Windshield Wiper Blades.....114Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAir Bag Warning Light . . . . . . .87Brake Warning Light . . . . . . . . .89Electronic Speed Control ONIndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91Electronic Speed Control SETIndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91Front Fog Light Indicator . . . . . .91High Beam Indicator........91Tu r n S i g n a l I n d i c a t o r........91Vehicle Security Light........91Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Clutch Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Compact Spare Tire..........122Compass Calibration...........77Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)....114Coolant Capacity.........112Coolant Level...........114Disposal of Used Coolant.....114Drain, Flush, and Refill......114Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Points to Remember.......114Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . .114Selection of Coolant(Antifreeze).........112, 114Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . .114Cruise Control (Speed Control).....38Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Customer Assistance..........126Customer ProgrammableFeatures.............77,78
Defects, Reporting...........127Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . .86Disarming, Security System.......14
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Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)....114
Driver Cockpit..............46
Electronics
Yo u r Ve h i c l e ' s S o u n d S y s t e m....46
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Electronic Throttle Control Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76, 77Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC) Display . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Emergency, In Case ofFreeing Vehicle When Stuck . . .105Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . .92To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 6EngineAir Cleaner.............114Break-In Recommendations....35Checking Oil Level.........114Compartment............108Coolant (Antifreeze)........112Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Malfunction Indicator(Check Engine)...........90Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112, 114Oil Change Interval.........91Oil Filler Cap...........114Oil Selection . . . . . . . . .112, 114Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . .92Event Data Recorder..........106EVIC Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Exhaust System............114
FA Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 9FiltersAir Cleaner.............114Engine Oil..........112, 114Engine Oil Disposal........114FlashersTu r n S i g n a l.............91Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Fluid Capacities............112Fluid Level ChecksBrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Power Steering..........114
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 91
Folding Front Passenger Seat......28
Folding Rear Seat............30
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . .105
Frequently Asked Questions......129
Front Heated Seats...........32
FuelOctane Rating . . . . . . . . . . .112Specifications...........112Ta n k C a p a c i t y...........112Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)...78GaugesSpeedometer.............6Ta c h o m e t e r..............6General Maintenance.........114Glass Cleaning.............114GPS Navigation (Uconnect®gps)....59
HeadlightsAutomatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Cleaning..............114Head Restraints.............25Heated Mirrors..............43Heated Seats..............32Heated Steering Wheel.........33High Beam Indicator..........91HomeLink®(Garage Door Opener) . . .78Hood Release.............107
Identifying Your Radio..........48Instrument Cluster............6Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Instrument Panel Cover........114Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . .114Interior and Instrument Lights......5Interior Appearance Care.......114Interior Fuses..............119Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . .36Introduction................2Inverter Outlet (115V)..........81Inverter, Power..............81iPod®/USB/MP3 Control......57,65
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Bluetooth®Streaming Audio....66
Jacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .96
Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Jack Operation . . . . . . . . . . .93, 96
Jump Starting.............101
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Lock The Doors............8
Unlock The Doors...........8
Keyless Enter-N-Go
Lock/Unlock . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Keyless Enter-N-Go™
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ . . . . . . . .10
Passive Entry............10
Remote Control...........10
Lane Change Assist...........36
Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Lights
Engine Temperature Warning....88
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
High Beam Indicator . . . . . . . .91
Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Seat Belt Reminder.........89
Security Alarm...........91
Service...............124
Locks
Liftgate, Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . .8
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren(LATCH)................20Lubrication, Body...........114
Maintenance Free Battery . . . . . . .114Maintenance, General.........114Maintenance Procedures.......114Maintenance Record..........118Malfunction Indicator Light (CheckEngine)................90Master Cylinder (Brakes)........114MirrorsHeated...............43MOPAR®Accessories.........128
Navigation Voice Commands......74Navigation Voice Prompt Volume....73
New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . .35
Occupant Restraints...........18
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)....112
Oil Change Indicator...........91
Oil Change Indicator, Reset.......91
Oil, Engine............112, 114
Capacity..............112
Change Interval........91,114
Checking..............114
Disposal..............114Filter.............112, 114Filter Disposal...........114Materials Added to........114Recommendation......112, 114Viscosity...........112, 114Oil Filter, Selection...........114OutletPower................82Overheating, Engine...........92
Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Panic Alarm................8Phone (Uconnect®)...........66Placard, Tire and LoadingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . .121PowerDistribution Center (Fuses)....120Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81Outlet (Auxiliary ElectricalOutlet) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82Seats................27Power Steering Fluid..........114Power Transfer Unit..........114Preparation for Jacking.........94Programmable Electronic Features . . .77
Radio Operation.............53Radio (Sound Systems).......49,51Rain Sensitive Wiper System......36Rear Camera...............43Rear ParkSense System.........43Rear Seat, Folding............30Recreational Towing...........85Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)Lock The Doors............8Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).....8
INDEX
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Unlock The Doors...........8Replacement Bulbs..........124Reporting Safety Defects.......127Resetting Oil Change Indicator.....91Restraint, Head.............25Rocking Vehicle When Stuck.....105
Satellite Radio (Uconnect®studios) . .55Seat Belt Maintenance........114Seat BeltsAdjustable Shoulder Belt......15Pretensioners............15Reminder..............89Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27, 28Adjustment.............28Folding Front Passenger......28Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Manual................28Power................27Rear Folding............30Security Alarm..............91Security Alarm............14Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . .112Shift Lever Override..........104Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . .36, 91SIRIUS Travel Link . . . . . . . . . . .64Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . .93,122, 123Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112SpecificationsFuel (Gasoline)..........112Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112Speed ControlAccel/Decel.............38Cancel................39Resume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38SteeringTi l t C o l u m n . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4Wheel, Heated...........33Steering Wheel Audio Controls.....76Stuck, Freeing . . . . . . . . . . . . .105Supplemental Restraint System -Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Te m p e r a t u r e C o n t r o l ,Automatic (ATC) . . . . . . . . . . .40
Te t h e r A n c h o r, C h i l d R e s t r a i n t . . . 2 1 , 2 3Ti l t S t e e r i n g C o l u m n . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4Ti r e sAir Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . .121Changing..............93Compact Spare..........122Jacking...............93Pressure Warning Light . . . . . . .87Spare Tire..............93To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 4Behind a Motorhome........85Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . .105Recreational.............85To w i n g V e h i c l e B e h i n d a M o t o r h o m e . . 8 5Tr a c t i o n C o n t r o l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 1Tr a i l e r To w i n gTr a i l e r a n d To n g u e W e i g h t.....84Tr a i l e r W e i g h t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 4Tr a n s m i s s i o nFluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Maintenance............114Tu r n S i g n a l s.............36,91
Uconnect®Voice Command.......72Underhood Fuses...........120Universal Garage Door Opener(HomeLink®). . . . . . . . . . . . .78USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Video Entertainment System™ (Rear SeatVideo System) . . . . . . . . . . . .75Voice Command.............72
WasherAdding Fluid............114Rear.................36Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . . .36Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .114Wheel and Wheel Trim.........114Wheel and Wheel Trim Care . . .114, 124Wind Buffeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Windshield Washers...........36Windshield Wiper Blades.......114Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . .36Wiper Blade Replacement.......114Wiper, Rear................36
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NOTES
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