2015 DODGE JOURNEY ECU

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing ConditionWheel OFF theGroundFWD Models AWD Models
Flat TowNONENOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Dolly TowFrontOKNOT ALLOWED
RearNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
On TrailerALLOKOK
Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
Recreational towing is allowedONLYif the front wheels areOFFthe ground. This may be
accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
2. Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Place the transmission in PARK.
4. Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
5. Release the parking brake.
CAUTION!
•DONOTflattowthisvehicle.Damagetothedrivetrainwillresult.Ifthisvehicle
requires towing, make sure the drive wheels are OFF the ground.
•Towingthisvehicleinviolationoftheaboverequirementscancausesevere
transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Recreational Towing — All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, or using a towing dolly) isNOT
ALLOWED.Theonlyacceptablemethodfortowingthisvehicle(behindanothervehicle)is
on a vehicle trailer with all four wheelsOFFthe ground.
CAUTION!
To w i n g t h i s v e h i c l e w i t hANYof its wheels on the ground can cause severe transmission
and/or power transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
UTILITY
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS
-TurnSignalIndicator
The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is operated.
Atonewillchime,andaEVICmessagewillappearifeitherturnsignalisleftonformore
than 1 mile (1.6 km).
NOTE:
If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
-HighBeamIndicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
-FrontFogLightIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
-VehicleSecurityLight
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is
arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set. The
security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
-ElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)OFFIndicatorLight
The ESC OFF indicator will illuminate when the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is
turned off.
-ElectronicSpeedControlONIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the electronic speed control has been activated to the
“ON” position.
-ElectronicSpeedControlSETIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the cruising speed has been set.
Oil Change Due
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n e n g i n e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e “ O i l C h a n g e
Due” message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single
chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval
may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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Spare Tire Removal
NOTE:
On seven-passenger models, fold the third-row passenger seats flat. This will provide more
space when accessing the jacking tools and when operating the winch mechanism.
1. Remove the jack-handle components 1, 2 and 3 from storage and assemble them.
NOTE:
Assemble components 2 and 3 by seating the
small ball at the end of component 2 in the
small hole at the end of component 3. This
will lock these components together. As-
semble components 1 and 2 so that the
wheel nut socket at the end of component 1
faces upward when seated on component 2.
This will make it easier to rotate the assembly
when operating the winch mechanism.
2. Fit the assembled jack-handle over the
winch drive nut located in the jack stor-
age area. Rotate the jack-handle assem-
bly counterclockwise until the spare tire
is on the ground with enough cable slack
to allow you to pull the spare tire out
from underneath the vehicle.
3. Pull the spare tire out from underneath the vehicle and raise it upright so the tire's
tread is on the ground.
4. Tilt the retainer at the end of the winch cable and remove it from the center of the
wheel.
Spare Tire Stowage
NOTE:
Refer to “Spare Tire Removal” for information on assembling the winch tools.
1. Place the spare tire near to the winch cable. Hold the spare upright so that the tire's
tread is on the ground and the valve stem is at the top of the wheel facing away from
the rear of the vehicle.
2. Tilt the retainer at the end of the winch cable and drop it through the center of the
wheel. Then place the spare tire with the cable and retainer underneath the vehicle.
3. Fit the assembled jack-handle over the winch drive nut. Rotate the jack-handle
assembly clockwise to raise the spare tire into the storage area. Continue to rotate the
jack-handle assembly until you hear the winch mechanism click three times. It cannot
be over tightened. Push against the tire several times to be sure it is held securely in
place.
Jack-Handle/Components Assembled
1—JackHandle2—Component23—Component3
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WARNING!
•Donotattempttochangeatireonthesideofthevehicleclosetomovingtraffic.
Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack
or changing the wheel.
•Beingunderajacked-upvehicleisdangerous.Thevehiclecouldslipoffthejack
and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a
vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to an
authorized service center where it can be raised on a lift.
•Neverstartorruntheenginewhilethevehicleisonajack.
•Thejackisdesignedtobeusedasatoolforchangingtiresonly.Thejackshouldnot
be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a
firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
•Carefullyfollowthesetirechangingwarningstohelppreventpersonalinjuryor
damage to your vehicle:
•Alwaysparkonafirm,levelsurfaceasfarfromtheedgeoftheroadwayaspossible
before raising the vehicle.
•TurnontheHazardWarningflasher.
•Blockthewheeldiagonallyoppositethewheeltoberaised.
•SettheparkingbrakefirmlyandsetanautomatictransmissioninPARK.
•Donotletanyonesitinthevehiclewhenitisonajack.
•Donotgetunderthevehiclewhenitisonajack.
•Onlyusethejackinthepositionsindicatedandforliftingthisvehicleduringatire
change.
•Ifworkingonorneararoadway,beextremelycarefulofmotortraffic.
•Toassurethatsparetires,flatorinflated,aresecurelystowed,sparesmustbe
stowed with the valve stem facing the ground.
•Raisingthevehiclehigherthannecessarycanmakethevehiclelessstable.Itcould
slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove
the tire.
•Toavoidpossiblepersonalinjury,handlethewheelcoverswithcaretoavoidcontact
with any sharp edges.
•Toavoidtheriskofforcingthevehicleoffthejack,donottightenthewheelnuts
fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in
personal injury.
•Aloosetireorjack,thrownforwardinacollisionorhardstopcouldendangerthe
occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places
provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately.
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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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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
INDEX
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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
INDEX
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