2017 DODGE JOURNEY automatic transmission

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or per-
formance of your transmission.
We recommend MOPAR ATF+4 fluid.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) We recommend you use MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90.
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) We recommend you use MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703. If
DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is accept-
able.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid +
4, or MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475

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 service
is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold
ambient temperatures, and E-85 fuel usage will influence
when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message
is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions 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 a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Instrument Cluster
Display” 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.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering, and transmission (4-
speed only) and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
478 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following page
for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By OilChange Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular
wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and
park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions. Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages
for the required maintenance intervals.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 479

About Your Brakes..................... .341, 343
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............446
Adding Fuel ............................. .386
Adding Washer Fluid ....................... .443
Additives, Fuel ........................... .382
Adjust Down ................................ .149
Forward .............................. .149
Rearward ............................. .149
Up.................................. .149
AirBag ..................................48 Air Bag Operation .........................50
Air Bag Warning Light .....................57
Driver Knee Air Bag .......................51
Enhanced Accident Response ..............56, 425
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................425
If A Deployment Occurs ....................55
Knee Impact Bolsters .......................50
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ..............58
Side Air Bags ............................51
Air Bag Light ....................... .57, 82, 226
Air Bag Maintenance .........................58
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......437
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................438
Air Conditioning Filter ...................319, 439 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips
............318, 320
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ...............304, 314
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ...............438, 439
Air Conditioning System .....................438
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .363
Alarm, Panic ...............................17
Alarm (Security Alarm) ....................13, 228
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .................13
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ..................... .337
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................446, 472
Disposal .............................. .448
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................344
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................238
Appearance Care .......................... .454
Arming
System (Security Alarm) ................13
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .346
Auto Down Power Windows ...................31
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................89
Automatic Door Locks ........................24
Automatic Headlights ...................... .168
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ................244
Automatic Transmission ..................329, 451
Adding Fluid .....................452, 453, 475
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................453
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Pressure Cap........................... .447
Radiator Cap .......................... .447
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......446, 472, 473
Corrosion Protection ....................... .454
Cruise Light .......................... .241, 242
Cupholders .......................... .204, 459
Customer Assistance ....................... .484
Daytime Running Lights .....................170
Dealer Service ............................ .433
Defroster, Rear Window ..................... .215
Defroster, Windshield ........................83
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ...................172
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................430
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ....................171
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................452, 453
Oil (Engine) ........................... .434
Power Steering ......................... .340
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................423
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................448
Door Ajar ............................... .232
Door Ajar Light ........................... .232Door Locks
Door Locks ..............................22
KeyFob................................22
Remote ................................22
Remote Keyless Entry ......................22
Door Locks, Automatic .......................24
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .190
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .338
Driving To Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .......245
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .........280
E-85 Fuel ............................... .384
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .........199
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .199
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................90
Electronic Brake Control System ................343
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................344
T

raction Control System ....................348
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........177
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............348
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........231
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................420
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INDEX 493

Cruising Range......................... .385
Engine Oil ............................ .385
Fuel Requirements ....................... .384
Maintenance ........................... .386
Replacement Parts ....................... .385
Starting .............................. .385
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .327
Floor Console ............................ .206
Fluid, Brake ............................. .475
Fluid Capacities ........................... .472
Fluid Leaks ...............................84
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................452, 453
Brake ............................. .450, 475
Cooling System ......................... .445
Engine Oil ............................ .434
Power Steering ...................... .340, 475
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............473
Fog Lights ........................... .170, 468
Fog Light Service .......................... .468
Folding Rear Seat ...................... .159, 164
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .420
Fuel ................................... .380
Adding .............................. .386
Additives ............................. .382Clean Air
............................. .380
Conserving ............................ .245
Ethanol ........................... .381, 384
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..................... .386
Gasoline .............................. .380
Light ................................ .238
Materials Added ........................ .382
Methanol ............................. .381
Octane Rating ....................... .380, 473
Requirements .......................... .380
Saver

Mode ........................... .245
Specifications .......................... .473
Tank Capacity .......................... .472
Fuel, Flexible ............................. .384
Fueling ................................. .386
Fuel Optimizer ........................... .245
Fuel Saver............................... .245
Fuses .................................. .459
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ............190, 195
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .................386, 431
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .380
Gasoline (Fuel) Conserving ............................ .245
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .380
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INDEX 495

Shift Lever Override....................... .421
Shoulder Belts .............................37
Side View Mirror Adjustment ...................90
Signals, Turn .....................84, 171, 241, 469
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................371
Snow Tires .............................. .365
Spare Tire ..................... .366, 367, 368, 407
Spark Plugs ............................. .473
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ......................... .473
Oil.................................. .473
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................... .180
Cancel ............................... .178
Resume .............................. .178
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................177
Starting .............................. .20, 325
Automatic Transmission ....................325
Cold Weather .......................... .327
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .327
Remote ................................20
Starting And Operating ..................... .325
Starting Procedures ........................ .325
Steering Column Controls ........................ .171Column Lock
.......................... .175
Power ............................... .340
Tilt Column ........................... .175
Wheel, Heated ......................... .176
Wheel, Tilt ............................ .175
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................296
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .296
Storage, Vehicle ........................... .318
Stuck, Freeing ............................ .420
Sunglasses Storage ......................... .189
Sun Roof ............................... .197
Sun Visor Extension .........................93
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ...........48
Sway Control, Trailer ....................... .391
Synthetic
Engine Oil ....................... .436
System, Remote Starting ......................20
Taillights ................................ .469
Telescoping Steering Column ..................175
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ......................211
Tilt Steering Column ....................... .175
Time Delay, Headlight ...................... .169
Tire And Loading Information Placard ........358, 359
Tire Markings ............................ .353
Tires.......................... .84, 362, 366, 373
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INDEX 503

Aging (Life Of Tires)..................... .370
Air Pressure ........................... .362
Chains ............................... .371
Changing ............................. .407
Compact Spare ......................... .367
General Information ...................362, 366
High Speed ............................ .364
Inflation Pressures ....................... .363
Jacking ............................... .407
Life Of Tires ........................... .370
Load Capacity ...................... .358, 359
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............374
Pressure Warning Light ....................235
Quality Grading ........................ .373
Radial ............................... .364
Replacement ........................... .370
Rotation .............................. .372
Safety ............................ .353, 362
Sizes ................................ .354
Snow Tires ............................ .365
Spare Tire ...................... .366, 368, 407
Spinning .............................. .369
Trailer Towing .......................... .396
Tread Wear Indicators .....................369
Tire Safety Information ...................... .353Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight
.................394
To Open Hood ........................... .166
Towing ................................. .389
Behind A Motorhome ..................... .400
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .423
Guide ................................ .393
Recreational ........................... .400
Weight ............................... .393
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ............400
T

raction ............................. .337, 338
Traction Control .......................... .348
Trailer Towing ............................ .389
Cooling System Tips ..................... .400
Hitches ............................... .392
Minimum Requirements ....................395
Tips ................................. .399
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................394
Wiring ............................... .397
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .393
Trailer Weight ............................ .393
Transaxle Autostick ............................. .336
Transmission Automatic ......................... .329, 451
Filter ................................ .453
504 INDEX