2017 DODGE JOURNEY fuel cap

will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Although
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.
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity
Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard Diagnostic
system (OBD II) and a connection port to allow access to
information related to the performance of your emissions
controls. Authorized service technicians may need to ac-
cess this information to assist with the diagnosis and
service of your vehicle and emissions system.
WARNING!
• ONLY an authorized service technician should con-
nect equipment to the OBD II connection port in
order to diagnose or service your vehicle.
• If unauthorized equipment is connected to the OBD
II connection port, such as a driver-behavior tracking
device, it may:
• Be possible that vehicle systems, including safety
related systems, could be impaired or a loss of
vehicle control could occur that may result in an
accident involving serious injury or death.
• Access, or allow others to access, information
stored in your vehicle systems, including personal
information.
For further information, refer to “Cybersecurity” in the
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” section.
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
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heard and push the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off
the message. If the problem persists, the message will
appear the next time the vehicle is started.
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 follow-
ing:
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 the igni-
tion or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s
OBD II system is not readyand you should notproceed
to the I/M station.
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CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine will
cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure
and an increase in oil temperature. This could damage
your engine. Also, be sure the oil fill cap is replaced
and tightened after adding oil.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion.
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.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only rec-
ommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has been
certified by the American Petroleum In-
stitute (API). The manufacturer only rec-
ommends API Certified engine oils.
This symbol certifies 0W-20, 5W-20, 0W-
30, 5W-30 and 10W-30 engine oils.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 2.4L Engine
MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil or
Shell Helix is recommended for all operating temperatures.
This engine oil improves low temperature starting and
vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on the
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engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifica-
tion mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.6L Engine
MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material
Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equiva-
lent is recommended for all operating temperatures. This
engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle
fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Compart-
ment” illustration in this section.
NOTE:MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to FCA
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix or
equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil
meeting MS-6395 is not available.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are
followed.
Synthetic engine oils which do not have both the engine oil
certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addi-
tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the
engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service sta-
tion or governmental agency for advice on how and where
used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models 20.5 Gallons77.6 Liters
All-Wheel Drive Models 21 Gallons79.8 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts4.26 Liters
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts5.6 Liters
Cooling System*
2.4L Engine and Single or Dual-Zone Climate Control System
(MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) 8 Quarts
7.5 Liters
2.4L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) 10 Quarts
9.5 Liters
3.6L Engine and Single or Dual-Zone Climate Control System
(MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) 13.1 Quarts
12.4 Liters
3.6L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) 14.5 Quarts
13.7 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10
Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Tech-
nology).
Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine
Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard
MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. Re-
fer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection 87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Flex Fuel (E-85) Engine – If
Equipped 87 Octane, Up To 85% Ethanol.
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Fluid Level Check.....................452, 453
Fluid Type ............................ .475
Gear Ranges ........................... .331
Special Additives ........................ .451
Autostick ............................... .336
Auto Unlock, Doors .........................24
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........199
Auxiliary Power Outlet ..................... .199
Back-Up Lights ........................... .469
Battery .............................. .230, 437
Charging System Light ....................230
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................18
Location .............................. .437
Belts, Seat .................................82
Bluetooth Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio
Device After Pairing ......................118
Connect Or Disconnect Link Between the Uconnect
Phone And Mobile Phone ...............107, 129
Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile
Phone ............................. .97, 115
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................441
B-Pillar Location .......................... .358
Brake Assist System ........................ .345Brake Control System, Electronic
................343
Brake Fluid .............................. .475
Brake, Parking ............................ .341
Brakes ................................. .343
Brake System ......................... .343, 449
Fluid Check ........................ .450, 475
Master Cylinder ........................ .450
Parking .............................. .341
Warning Light .......................... .226
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................330
Bulb Replacement ...................... .465, 467
Bulbs, Light ........................... .84, 465
Camera, Rear ............................ .187
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .472
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .386
Oil

(Engine) ........................ .429, 435
Power Steering ......................... .340
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................447
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................81, 383
Cargo Area Cover ......................... .212
Cargo Area Features ....................... .210
Cargo Compartment ....................... .210
Luggage Carrier ........................ .21610
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Cargo Load Floor......................... .210
Cargo Management System ...................210
Rollaway Tonneau Cover ...................212
Tri-Fold Load Floor ...................... .210
Cargo Tie-Downs ...........................211
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ..................210, 387
Car Washes .............................. .455
Certification Label ......................... .388
Chains, Tire ............................. .371
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .407
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .354
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .432
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ................81
Checks, Safety .............................81
Child Restraint .............................59
Child Restraints Booster Seats ............................66
Child Restraints ..........................59
Child Seat Installation ......................76
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .........74
Infants And Child Restraints .................62
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ..............70
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ........68
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........63
Using The Top Tether Anchorage ..............78Child Safety Locks
..........................25
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .380
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .456
Coin Holder ............................. .206
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .327
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................297
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .367
Computer, Trip/Travel ...................... .247
Connector UCI ................................. .295
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ...........295
Conserving Fuel .......................... .245
Console, Floor ............................ .206
Console, Overhead ........................ .188
Contract, Service .......................... .486
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............447
Cooling
System........................... .445
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................446
Coolant Capacity ........................ .472
Coolant Level ....................... .445, 448
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................448
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................445
Inspection ............................. .448
Points To Remember ..................... .449
492 INDEX