2016 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 may notbe 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 Malfunction Indicator Light
(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).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If ascheduled 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), twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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Chains, Tire............................ .488
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .532
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .465
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .562
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............107
Checks, Safety .......................... .107
Child Restraint ............................78
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................86
Child Restraints .........................78
Child Seat Installation .................99, 101
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........97
Infants And Child Restraints ................81
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....96
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle
Seat Belt ..............................98
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ............93
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......89
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........82Seating Positions
........................88
Using The Top Tether Anchorage ............103
Child Safety Locks .........................33
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .498
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .595
Coin Holder ............................ .277
Cold Weather Operation ....................427
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............387
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .482
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .334
Connector UCI................................ .385
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........385
Conserving Fuel ......................... .332
Console, Floor .......................... .277
Console, Overhead ....................... .252
Contract, Service ......................... .631
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........583
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High Beam....................... .229, 608
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............229
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .224
Intensity Control ....................... .230
Interior ............................. .229
License ............................. .613
Lights On Reminder .....................227
Low Fuel ............................ .322
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........314
Map Reading ......................... .231
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........231
Park ............................ .323, 608
Passing ............................. .229
Reading ............................. .231
Rear Servicing ........................ .610
Rear Tail Lamps ....................... .610
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .302
Security Alarm ........................ .306Service
.......................... .606, 608
Side Marker .......................... .608
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........318, 490
Traction Control ....................... .460
Turn Signal ..............111, 228, 324, 608, 610
Vanity Mirror ......................... .123
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .307, 324
Load Floor, Cargo ........................ .283
Loading Vehicle ...................... .508, 509
Capacities ........................... .509
Tires ............................... .470
Locks ..................................30
Automatic Door .........................32
Auto Unlock ...........................33
Child Protection .........................33
Door .................................30
Power Door ............................31
Low Tire Pressure System ...................490
Lubrication, Body ........................ .573
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INDEX 649

Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)...................290
Lug Nuts .............................. .530
Maintenance Free Battery ....................569
Maintenance Procedures ....................564
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .314, 562
Manual, Service ......................... .634
Manual Transaxle Fluid Level Check ...................591, 592
Lubricant Selection ...................591, 592
Map/Reading Lights ...................... .231
Marker Lights, Side ....................... .608
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................586
Methanol .............................. .499
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .334
Mirrors .............................119,254
Automatic Dimming .....................119
Electric Powered ....................... .121
Electric Remote ........................ .121Exterior Folding
....................... .123
Heated .............................. .123
Outside ............................. .121
Rearview .............................119
Vanity .............................. .123
Mode Fuel Saver ........................... .332
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................490
MOPAR Parts ........................ .563, 633
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .499
Multi-Function Control Lever .................228
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................106
Occupant Restraints ........................46
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............498, 616
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .331
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................331
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TransmissionAutomatic ........................ .429, 587
Filter ............................... .591
Fluid ............................ .587, 591
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .....255
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ............................. .21, 24
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........21
Transporting Pets ........................ .106
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .484
Turn Signals ..................... .228, 324, 610
UCI Connector .......................... .385
Uconnect Advanced Phone Connectivity ...........142, 173
Operation ........................ .127, 151
Phone Call Features ..................134, 163
Phone Features .....................138, 168 Screen Activated Features
...............22, 336
Things You Should Know About Your
Uconnect Phone .....................143, 173
Uconnect Settings .....................23, 29
Uconnect Phone ..........124, 128, 129, 148, 152, 153
Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call —
No Call Currently In Progress ..............165
Bluetooth Communication Link .............179
Call By Saying A Phonebook Name .......134, 163
Call Continuation ...................... .167
Call Controls ...................... .135, 164
Cancel Command ....................129, 153
Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or
Audio Device After Pairing ................157
Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The
Uconnect Phone And Mobile Phone ..........173
Far End Audio Performance ................174
Help Command .....................129, 152
Join Calls ......................... .137, 167
658 INDEX