2016 DODGE JOURNEY engine

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iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL
This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be
plugged into the USB port. iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod
and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may
not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit
Apple’s website for software updates.
For further information, refer to the Uconnect Supple-
ment Manual.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. The left and right-hand
controls are rocker-type switches with a pushbutton in
the center of each switch. Reach behind the steering
wheel to access the switches.
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•The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric
units by selecting the US/M customer-programmable
feature. Refer to the “Uconnect System Settings” in this
section of the manual.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the Automatic
mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will remain
on low until the engine warms up. The blower will
increase in speed and transition into Auto mode.
Manual Operation Override
The system allows for manual selection of blower speed,
air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con-
trol.
The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by
adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at
a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. This
allows the front occupants to control the volume of air
circulated in the vehicle and cancel the Auto mode. The operator can also select the direction of the airflow
by selecting one of the available mode settings. A/C
operation and Recirculation control can also be manually
selected in Manual operation.
NOTE:
Each of these features operates independently
from each other. If any feature is controlled manually,
temperature control will continue to operate automati-
cally.
Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped
The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear right
side of the 3rd Row seats and overhead outlets at each
outboard rear seating position. The system provides
heated air through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified
air through the headliner outlets.
The rear system temperature control buttons are located
in the Uconnect system, located on the instrument panel.
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Bi-Level ModeAir comes from both the headliner outlets and the
floor outlets.
NOTE: In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL
mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head-
liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets.
Operating Tips
NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
suggested control settings for various weather condi-
tions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with a
high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro-
sion protection and to protect against engine overheating. A solution of 50% OAT (Organic Additive Technology)
coolant that meets the requirements of FCA Material
Standard MS.90032 and 50% water is recommended.
Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your
Vehicle” for proper coolant selection.
Winter Operation
Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months
is not recommended because it may cause window
fogging.
Vacation Storage
Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service
(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air
conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the
fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility
of compressor damage when the system is started again.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................424
▫ Automatic Transmission ................424
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go ...................425
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .425
▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F
Or 30°C) ......................... .427
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................427
▫ After Starting ....................... .429
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .429
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............429▫
Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............431
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .431
▫ Four-Speed Or Six-Speed Automatic
Transmission ........................ .431
▫ Gear Ranges ........................ .433
 AUTOSTICK ......................... .439
▫ Operation .......................... .439
 ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED . .441
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........441
▫ Acceleration ........................ .441
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▫Tire Pressure ....................... .475
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................476
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .478
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .478
▫ Tire Types .......................... .479
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped .............481
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ...............481
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... .484
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................484
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ .485
▫ Replacement Tires .....................486
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......488
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....489
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .490
▫ Premium System ..................... .493
▫ General Information ....................497
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................498
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................498
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............499
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .......499
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................500
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................500
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................501
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............502
 FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .502
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▫E-85 General Information ...............502
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....................503
▫ Fuel Requirements ....................503
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel
Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles .......504
▫ Starting ........................... .504
▫ Cruising Range ...................... .505
▫ Replacement Parts ....................505
▫ Maintenance ....................... .505
 ADDING FUEL ....................... .505
▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............505
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............507
 VEHICLE LOADING ....................508 ▫
Vehicle Certification Label ...............508
▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......508
▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) .........508
▫ Overloading ........................ .509
▫ Loading ........................... .509
 TRAILER TOWING .....................510
▫ Common Towing Definitions .............510
▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...............512
▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ..................... .514
▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ..............515
▫ Towing Requirements ..................516
▫ Towing Tips ........................ .521
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking
brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK
or the manual transmission into REVERSE. Always
make sure the keyless ignition node is in the “OFF”
mode, remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and
lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in
a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
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WARNING! (Continued)
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear
selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
A child could operate power windows, other con-
trols, or move the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.
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CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle
has come to a complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
Keyless Enter-N-Go
This feature allows the driver to oper-
ate the ignition switch with the push
of a button, as long as the Remote
Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go Key Fob is
in the passenger compartment.
Normal Starting
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button
1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
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