2017 DODGE JOURNEY wheel

•Messages
• Turn Menu OFF
The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:
• UP Arrow Button
Push and release the UParrow button to scroll
upward through the main menus and submenus. •
DOWN Arrow Button
Push and release the DOWNarrow button to
scroll downward through the main menus and
submenus.
• RIGHT Arrow Button
Push and release the RIGHTarrow button for
access to main menus or submenus. Push and
hold the RIGHTarrow button for two seconds to
reset features.
• BACK Button
Push and release the BACKbutton to scroll back
to a previous menu.
Oil Change Due
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indi-
cator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will appear
in the Instrument Cluster Display for 5 seconds after a
single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil
change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is
duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal
driving style.Instrument Cluster Display Controls
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In cases when the IBS detects charging system failure, or
the vehicle battery conditions are deteriorating, electrical
load reduction actions will take place to extend the driving
time and distance of the vehicle. This is done by reducing
power to or turning off non-essential electrical loads.
Load reduction is only active when the engine is running.
It will display a message if there is a risk of battery
depletion to the point where the vehicle may stall due to
lack of electrical supply, or will not restart after the current
drive cycle.
When load reduction is activated, the message “Battery
Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode” will appear in the
Instrument Cluster Display.
These messages indicate the vehicle battery has a low state
of charge and continues to lose electrical charge at a rate
that the charging system cannot sustain.
NOTE:
•The charging system is independent from load reduc-
tion. The charging system performs a diagnostic on the
charging system continuously. •
If the Charging System Light is on it may indicate a
problem with the charging system. Refer to “Charging
System Light” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
The electrical loads that may be switched off (if equipped),
and vehicle functions which can be effected by load
reduction:
• Heated Seat/Vented Seats/Heated Wheel
• Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
• Rear Defroster And Heated Mirrors
• HVAC System
• 115V AC Power Inverter System
• Audio and Telematics System
Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or more of the
following conditions:
• The charging system cannot deliver enough electrical
power to the vehicle system because the electrical loads
are larger than the capability of charging system. The
charging system is still functioning properly.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped
Illuminated Approach 0 sec30 sec 60 sec 90 sec
NOTE:
When this feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of the amount of time the headlights remain on after the doors
are unlocked with the key fob. Auto High Beams — If Equipped On
Off
NOTE:
When the “Automatic High Beam Headlamps” is selected, the high beam headlights will activate/deactivate auto-
matically under certain conditions. Daytime Running Lights Ye sN o
Steering Directed Lights — If Equipped On
Off
NOTE:
When the “Steering Directed Lights” feature is selected, the headlights will turn relative to a change in direction of
the steering wheel. Flash Lights With Lock OnOff
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Setting NameSelectable Options
NOTE:
When the “Auto Dim High Beams” feature is selected, the high beam headlights will activate/deactivate automati-
cally under certain conditions. Daytime Running Lights — IfEquipped
Steering Directed Headlights — If Equipped
NOTE:
The “Steering Directed Headlights” feature causes the headlights to turn relative to a change in direction of the steer-
ing wheel. Flash Lights With Lock
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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.
Right-Hand Switch Functions
•Push the top of the switch to increase the volume.
• Push the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume. •
Push the button in the center of the switch to change
modes (i.e., AM, FM, etc.).
Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation
• Push the top of the switch to SEEK the next listenable
station up from the current setting.
• Push the bottom of the switch to SEEK the next listen-
able station down from the current setting.
• Push the button in the center of the switch to tune to the
next preset that you have programmed.
Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media (i.e., CD)
Operation
• Push the top of the switch once to listen to the next track.
• Push the bottom of the switch once either to listen to the
beginning of the current track or to listen to the begin-
ning of the previous track if it is within eight seconds
after the current track begins to play.
• Push the switch up or down twice to listen to the second
track, three times to listen to the third track, and so forth.
• Push the button located in the center of the switch to
change to the next preset that you have programmed.
Remote Sound Controls (Back View Of Steering Wheel)
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11. Modes
The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes
from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, and demist
outlets. The Mode settings are as follows:•Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument
panel. Each of these outlets can be individually
adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes
of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved
up and down or side to side to regulate airflow
direction. There is a shut off wheel located below the
air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow
from these outlets.
• Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets
and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is
directed through the defrost and side window
demister outlets.
NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort condi-
tions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and
warmer air from the floor outlets. •
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight
amount of air is directed through the defrost
and side window demister outlets.
• Mix Mode
Air comes from the floor, defrost and side
window demist outlets. This mode works best
in cold or snowy conditions.
12. Climate Control OFF Button
Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control
ON/OFF.
13. Driver Temperature Control Down Button (Radio 8.4
Only)
Provides the driver with independent temperature control.
Push the button for cooler temperature settings.
NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automatically
adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same time.
14. Driver Temperature Control Up Button (Radio 8.4
Only)
Provides the driver with independent temperature control.
Push the button for warmer temperature settings.
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setting. Changing the passenger temperature setting while
in Sync will automatically exit this feature. Sync will also
function with the rear climate controls. Changing the rear
climate control temperature setting will automatically exit
this feature.
11. Blower Control
Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced
through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds
available. Adjusting the blower will cause automatic mode
to switch to manual operation. The speeds can be selected
using either the blower control knob on the faceplate or the
buttons on the touchscreen as follows:
Blower Control Knob On The Faceplate
The blower speed increases as you turn the blower control
knob clockwise from the lowest blower setting. The blower
speed decreases as you turn the blower control knob
counterclockwise.
Buttons On The Touchscreen
Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting and
the large blower icon to increase the blower setting. Blower
can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area
between the icons.12. Modes
The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes
from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets and demist
outlets. The Mode settings are as follows:
•Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument
panel. Each of these outlets can be individually
adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes
of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved
up and down or side to side to regulate airflow
direction. There is a shut off wheel located below the
air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow
from these outlets.
• Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets
and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is
directed through the defrost and side window
demister outlets.
NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort condi-
tions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and
warmer air from the floor outlets.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES .................325
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................325
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition .............326
▫ Normal Starting ....................... .326
▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F Or 30°C) .327
▫ If Engine Fails To Start ..................327
▫ After Starting ......................... .328
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .328
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ..............329
▫ Ignition Park Interlock ...................330
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . . .330
▫ Four-Speed Or Six-Speed Automatic
Transmission ......................... .330
▫ Gear Ranges ......................... .331
AUTOSTICK .......................... .336
▫ Operation ........................... .336
 ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED . . .337
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ..........337
▫ Acceleration .......................... .337
▫ Traction ............................ .338
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER ..............338
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ...................338
▫ Shallow Standing Water ..................339
 POWER STEERING ..................... .340
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ...............340
 PARKING BRAKE ...................... .341
 BRAKE SYSTEM ....................... .343
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM .....343
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