2016 DODGE JOURNEY parking brake

3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive(+) battery post. To remove the cover, push the locking
tab and pull upward on the cover.
4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
548 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

NOTE:Push the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in ESC Partial
Off mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to
“Electronic Brake Control” in “Starting And
Operating” for further information. Once the
vehicle has been freed, push the ESC Offswitch again to
restore ESC On mode.
CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be-
tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain
damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no trans-
mission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the
following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:
1. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
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CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check — Four-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Use the following procedure to check the transmission
fluid level properly:
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least 60seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest of
this procedure.
3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake pedal.
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:If it is necessary to check the transmission below
the operating temperature, the fluid level should be
between the two COLD (lower) holes on the dipstick
with the fluid at approximately 80°F (27°C). If the fluid
level is correctly established at 80°F (27°C), it should be
between the HOT (upper) reference holes when the
transmission reaches 180°F (82°C). Remember it is best to
check the level at the normal operating temperature.
8. Check for leaks. Release the parking brake.CAUTION!
• Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque con-
verter shudder, and will require more frequent
fluid and filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubri-
cants, And Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid
specifications.
• Dirt and water in the transmission can cause seri-
ous damage. To prevent dirt and water from enter-
ing the transmission after checking or replenishing
fluid, make sure that the dipstick cap is re-seated
properly.
Fluid Level Check — Six-Speed Automatic
Transmission
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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 Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. XX X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod
ends, and replace if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking
brake function. XXX X X X X
622 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Body Mechanism Lubrication.................573
B-Pillar Location ......................... .470
Brake Assist System ...................... .453
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............450
Brake Fluid ............................ .618
Brake, Parking .......................... .446
Brakes ................................ .449
Brake System ........................ .449, 585
Fluid Check ....................... .586, 618
Master Cylinder ....................... .586
Parking ............................. .446
Warning Light ........................ .304
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................431
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................230
Bulb Replacement ..................... .606, 608
Bulbs, Light ..........................111,606
Camera, Rear ........................... .250
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .614Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................ .505
Oil (Engine) ....................... .559, 567
Power Steering ........................ .445
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................583
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............108, 502
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .286
Cargo Area Features ...................... .282
Cargo Compartment ...................... .282
Light ............................... .282
Luggage Carrier ....................... .290
Cargo Load Floor ........................ .283
Cargo Management System ..................283
Rollaway Tonneau Cover ..................286
Tri-Fold Load Floor ..................... .283
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .284
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) .................283, 508
Car

Washes ............................ .593
Certification Label ........................ .508
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Oil, Engine......................... .565, 616
Capacity ............................ .614
Change Interval .....................331, 566
Checking ............................ .565
Dipstick ............................. .565
Disposal ............................. .568
Filter ............................ .568, 616
Filter Disposal ........................ .568
Identification Logo ..................... .566
Materials Added To ..................... .568
Pressure Warning Light ...................310
Recommendation ....................566, 614
Synthetic ............................ .568
Viscosity ......................... .567, 614
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .568
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .568
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .310
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................561
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) .............255Operating Precautions
..................... .561
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................121
Overhead Console ........................ .252
Overheating, Engine ...................... .529
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..........4,634
Paint Care ............................. .592
Panic Alarm ..............................23
Parking Brake ........................... .446
ParkSense System, Rear .....................242
Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System) ......218
Passing Light ........................... .229
Pets .................................. .106
Phone (Pairing) .......................... .155
Phone (Uconnect) ..................... .124, 148
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..........471
Power Brakes .............................. .449
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