2016 DODGE JOURNEY towing

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.Cooling System
WARNING!
• When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the igni-
tion switch is in the ON position.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 579

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
Change the automatic transmis-
sion fluid and filter. X
Change the automatic transmis-
sion fluid and filter if using your
vehicle for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. XX
Replace rear drive assembly
(RDA) fluid. XX
Replace power transfer unit
(PTU) fluid. XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
624 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Cooling System.......................... .579
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............581
Coolant Capacity ...................... .614
Coolant Level ..................... .579, 584
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................583
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................580
Inspection ........................... .584
Points To Remember .....................584
Pressure Cap ......................... .583
Radiator Cap ......................... .583
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......580, 614, 616
Corrosion Protection ...................... .592
Cruise Light ............................ .325
Cupholders ......................... .274, 599
Customer Assistance ...................... .629
Data Recorder, Event .......................77
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............231
Daytime Running Lights ....................226 Dealer Service
........................... .563
Defroster, Rear Window .....................290
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .109
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................232
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................561
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................229
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ...............588, 590
Oil (Engine) .......................... .565
Power Steering ........................ .445
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................552
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................583
Door Ajar .......................... .312, 313
Door Ajar Light ...................... .312, 313
Door Locks Door Locks ............................30
KeyFob...............................30
Remote ...............................30
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................30
Door Locks, Automatic ......................32
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .255
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .442
Driving To Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .....332
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .......363
E-85 Fuel .............................. .502
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........268
Electrical Power Outlets .....................268
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................121
Electronic Brake Control System ...............450
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................450
Electronic Roll Mitigation .................462
Traction Control System ...................456
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........238
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............457Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light
........311
Electronic Vehicle Information Center Instrument Cluster Display .................29
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......327
Remote Start ...........................29
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................550
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................529
Jacking .............................. .532
Jump Starting ......................... .546
Overheating .......................... .529
Towing ............................. .552
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........562
Engine ................................ .559
Air Cleaner .......................... .569
Block Heater ......................... .429
Break-In Recommendations ................106
Checking Oil Level ..................... .565
Compartment ...................... .559, 560
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INDEX 643

Heated Mirrors.......................... .123
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .429
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .229
Hill Start Assist .......................... .453
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .512
Holder, Coin ............................ .277
Holder, Cup ............................ .274
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ..............255
Hood Release ........................... .222
Ignition Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................16
Information Center, Vehicle ..................327
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................119
Instrument Cluster .....................307, 324
Instrument Panel And Controls ...............298Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning
...............598
Interior Appearance Care ....................596
Interior Fuses ........................... .599
Interior Lights .......................... .229
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............232
Introduction ..............................4
Inverter, Power .......................... .272
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ....................385
Bluetooth Streaming Audio ................156
Jacking Instructions ....................... .537
Jack Location ........................... .533
Jack Operation ....................... .532, 537
Jump Starting ........................... .546
Key Fob Panic Alarm ............................23
Programming Additional Key Fobs .........18, 24
Programming Additional Transmitters .......18, 24
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INDEX 647

Rear Window Features.....................288
Rear Wiper/Washer ....................... .288
Reclining Front Seats ...................... .204
Reclining Rear Seats ....................216, 220
Recorder, Event Data .......................77
Recreational Towing ...................... .523
Reformulated Gasoline .....................498
Refrigerant ............................. .571
Release, Hood ........................... .222
Reminder, Lights On ...................... .227
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................48
Remote Control Starting System .........................26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................21
Panic Alarm ............................23
Programming Additional Key Fobs .........18, 24
Programming Additional Transmitters .......18, 24
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........385Remote Starting
Exit Remote Start Mode .................28, 29
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................29
Remote Starting System ......................26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .606
Replacement Keys .........................17
Replacement Parts ........................ .563
Replacement Tires ........................ .486
Reporting Safety Defects ....................633
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................331
Restraint, Head .......................... .207
Restraints, Child ...........................78
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ................286
Reverse Lights .......................... .610
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................550
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ...................290
Rotation, Tires .......................... .489
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INDEX 653

Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............490
Pressure Warning Light ...................318
Quality Grading ....................... .635
Radial .............................. .478
Replacement .......................... .486
Rotation ............................. .489
Safety ........................... .463, 475
Sizes ............................... .465
Snow Tires ........................... .480
Spare Tire ...................481, 482, 483, 533
Spinning ............................ .484
Trailer Towing ........................ .518
Tread Wear Indicators ....................484
Tire Safety Information .....................463
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................515
To Open Hood .......................... .222
Towing ............................... .510
Behind A Motorhome ....................523
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .552Guide
.............................. .514
Recreational .......................... .523
Weight .............................. .514
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........523
Traction ............................ .441, 442
Traction Control ......................... .456
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................462
Trailer Towing .......................... .510
Cooling System Tips .....................523
Hitches ............................. .512
Minimum Requirements ..................516
Tips................................ .521
Trailer And Tongue Weight ................515
Wiring .............................. .520
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .514
Trailer Weight ........................... .514
T
ransaxle Autostick ............................ .43910
INDEX 657

WaterDriving Through ....................... .442
Wheel And Wheel Trim .....................595
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................595
Wind Buffeting ....................... .44, 267
Window Fogging ........................ .417
Windows ................................41
Power ................................41
Wind Buffeting ..........................44
Windshield Defroster ...................... .109Windshield Washers
....................231, 234
Fluid ............................... .576
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................574
Windshield Wipers ....................... .231
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................574
Wiper, Delay ............................ .232
Wiper, Rear ............................ .288
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .232
Wrecker Towing ......................... .552
660 INDEX