2016 DODGE JOURNEY air conditioning

Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf
HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro-
fluoolefine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. The
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manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service
be performed by authorized dealer using recovery and
recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil, and refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter — If Equipped
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is
operating or personal injury may result.
The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind
the glove compartment. Perform the following steps to
replace the filter:
1. Open the glove compartment and remove all contents. 2. Push the retaining tab on each side of the glove
compartment inward while gently pulling the glove
compartment door outward until both tabs clear the
door opening in the instrument panel.
3. Pivot the glove compartment downward.
Glove Compartment Removal
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•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.90032) 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.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace air conditioning filter. X X X XX XX
Replace spark plugs (2.4L En-
gine). ** XX X X X
Replace spark plugs (3.6L En-
gine). ** X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 10 years or 150,000
miles (240,000 km) whichever
comes first. XX
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 623

About Your Brakes.....................446, 449
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............581
Adding Fuel ............................ .505
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .576
Additives, Fuel .......................... .500
Adjust Down .............................. .200
Forward ............................. .200
Rearward ............................ .200
Up ................................ .200
AirBag.............................. .63, 64
Advance Front Air Bag .................64, 65
Air Bag Operation .......................66
Air Bag Warning Light ....................75
Driver Knee Air Bag ......................67
Enhanced Accident Response ................74
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................77
FrontAirBag ........................63, 64
If A Deployment Occurs ...................73 Knee Impact Bolsters
.....................67
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............76
Side Air Bags ...........................68
Transporting Pets ...................... .106
Air Bag Deployment ........................63
Air Bag Light ..................... .75, 109, 303
Air Bag Maintenance .......................76
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .569
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................571
Air Conditioning Filter ..................417, 572
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...........416, 418
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ..............397, 411
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................571
Air Conditioning System ....................571
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .476
Alarm, Panic .............................23
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................18, 306
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................18
All Wheel Drive (AWD) .....................441
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Compartment Identification................560
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................579, 616
Cooling ............................. .579
Exhaust Gas Caution .................108, 502
Fails To Start ......................... .427
Flooded, Starting ...................... .427
Fuel Requirements ..................... .498
Jump Starting ......................... .546
Oil .......................... .565, 614, 616
Oil Change Interval ..................... .331
Oil Filler Cap ...................... .559, 567
Oil Filter ............................ .568
Oil Selection ...................... .566, 614
Oil Synthetic ......................... .568
Overheating .......................... .529
Starting ............................. .424
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .567
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................567
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............74Entry System, Illuminated
....................21
Ethanol ............................ .499, 502
Event Data Recorder ........................77
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................108, 502
Exhaust System ...................... .108, 577
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................123
Exterior Lighting ......................... .224
Exterior Lights ...........................111
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .505
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .569
Air Conditioning ....................417, 572
Engine Oil ........................ .568, 616
Engine Oil Disposal .....................568
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .529
Turn Signal .....................111, 228, 324
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .229
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Distribution Center (Fuses)................602
Door Locks ............................31
Inverter ............................. .272
Mirrors ............................. .121
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........268
Seats ............................... .199
Steering .......................... .444, 445
Sunroof ............................. .264
Transfer Unit ......................... .592
Windows ..............................41
Power Seats Down .............................. .200
Forward ............................. .200
Rearward ............................ .200
Up ................................ .200
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .618
Power Transfer Unit ....................592, 618
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ...............57
Preparation For Jacking .....................534 Pretensioners
Seat Belts ..............................57
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .21
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .478
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........583
Radio Frequency General Information ............15, 18, 26, 29, 40
Radio Operation ......................... .387
Radio Remote Controls .....................385
Rear Air Conditioning ...................397, 411
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................591
Rear Camera ........................... .250
Rear Cupholder ......................... .274
Rear Drive Assembly ...................... .591
Rear Liftgate .............................44
Rear ParkSense System .....................242
Rear Seat, Folding .....................213, 220
Rear Window Defroster .....................290
652 INDEX