2019 DODGE JOURNEY change key battery

Backup Starting Method
In case the ignition switch does not change with the push
of a button, the key fob may have a low or fully depleted
battery.
In a situation of a low or fully depleted battery, a backup
method can be used to operate the ignition switch. Put the
nose side of the key fob (side opposite of the Emergency
Key) against the ENGINE START/STOP button and push
to operate the ignition switch.
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once to
unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds to
unlock all doors and the liftgate.
All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first push of
the unlock button. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.
NOTE:If the vehicle is unlocked by a key fob, and no door
is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if
equipped, the security alarm will arm.
The turn signal lights will flash twice to acknowledge the
unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will be acti-
vated.
1st Push Of Key Fob Unlock Button
This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the unlock
button on the key fob. To change the current setting, refer
to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further infor-
mation.
Key Fob
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3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over(battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a
solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the
battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on
the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip,
located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new
battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery
deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together.
Programming Additional Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an autho-
rized dealer.
NOTE: Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to another ve-
hicle.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
Separating Key Fob Case
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IGNITION SWITCH
Keyless Push Button Ignition
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition with
the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the
passenger compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating
positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate
when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and
ON/RUN. The fourth position is START. During start,
ON/RUN will illuminate.
NOTE:If the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite
of the emergency key) of the key fob against the ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch. The push button ignition can be placed in the following
modes:
OFF
•
The engine is stopped.
• Some electrical devices (e.g. central locking, alarm, etc.)
are still available.
START/STOP Ignition Button
1—OFF
2 — ACC
3 — ON/RUN
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Your vehicle may also be designed to perform any of these
other functions in response to the Enhanced Accident
Response System:
•Turn off the Fuel Filter Heater, Turn off the HVAC
Blower Motor, Close the HVAC Circulation Door
• Cut off battery power to the:
• Engine
• Electric Motor (if equipped)
• Electric power steering
• Brake booster
• Electric park brake
• Automatic transmission gear selector
• Horn
• Front wiper
• Headlamp washer pump NOTE:
After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition
to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key
from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine
compartment and on the ground near the engine compart-
ment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting
the engine. If there are no fuel leaks or damage to the
vehicle electrical devices (e.g. headlights) after an accident,
reset the system by following the procedure described
below. If you have any doubt, contact an authorized dealer.
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset
Procedure
In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System
functions after an event, the ignition switch must be
changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition OFF.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine
compartment and on the ground near the engine compart-
ment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting
the engine.
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Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........86, 99
Automatic Transmission ..................236, 340
Adding Fluid .................338, 339, 340, 384
Fluid And Filter Change ...................340
Fluid Change .......................... .340
Fluid Level Check .................337, 338, 339
Fluid Type ............................ .384
Special Additives ........................ .337
Autostick ............................... .241
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........126
Back-Up Lights ........................... .282
Battery .............................. .148, 321
Charging System Light ....................148
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................20
Location .............................. .321
Belts, Seat ............................... .223
Bluetooth Phone ................435, 436, 453, 455, 467, 473
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................327
B-Pillar Location .......................... .347
Brake Assist System ........................ .161
Brake Control System, Electronic ................161
Brake Fluid .............................. .384
Brake, Parking ............................ .234Brakes
................................. .373
Brake System ......................... .336, 373
Fluid Check ........................ .336, 384
Master Cylinder ........................ .336
Parking .............................. .234
Warning Light .......................... .146
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................237
Brightness, Interior Lights .....................68
Bulb Replacement ......................... .278
Bulbs, Light .......................... .226, 278
Camera, Rear ............................ .255
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .381
Caps,
Filler
Oil (Engine) ........................ .318, 323
Power Steering ......................... .245
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................334
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................223, 378
Cargo Vehicle Loading ......................110,259
Cargo Area Cover .......................110,111
Cargo Compartment ........................110
Luggage Carrier ........................ .131
Cargo Load Floor ..........................110
Cargo Management System ...................110
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