2019 DODGE JOURNEY octane

WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the lug nuts/bolts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
These engines are designed to meet all
emissions regulations and provide opti-
mum fuel economy and performance
when using high quality unleaded
“Regular” gasoline having a posted oc-
tane number of 87 as specified by the
(R+M)/2 method. The use of higher
octane “Premium” gasoline is not required, as it will not
provide any benefit over “Regular” gasoline in these
engines.
While operating on gasoline with an octane number of 87,
hearing a light knocking sound from the engine is not a
cause for concern. However, if the engine is heard making
a heavy knocking sound, see your dealer immediately. Use of gasoline with an octane number lower than 87 can cause
engine failure and may void or not be covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard
starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these
symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consider-
ing service for the vehicle.
Reformulated Gasoline
Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner
burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”.
Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are specifi-
cally blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air
quality.
The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended. Prop-
erly blended reformulated gasoline will provide improved
performance and durability of engine and fuel system
components.
Materials Added To Fuel
Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane
rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and
stability additives are recommended. Using gasolines that
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If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 fuel,
the engine will have some or all of these symptoms:
•Operate in a lean mode.
• OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on.
• Poor engine performance.
• Poor cold start and cold drivability.
• Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion.
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications
Modifications that allow the engine to run on Compressed
Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquid Propane (LP) may result in
damage to the engine, emissions, and fuel system compo-
nents. Problems that result from running CNG or LP are
not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or
not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
MMT In Gasoline
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) is
a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended
into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline blended
with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond
gasoline of the same octane number without MMT. Gaso-
line blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and
reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without
MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of
gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump;
therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal
and California reformulated gasoline.
Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
•
The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by Federal
law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-
mance and damage the emissions control system.
• An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or
malfunctioning and may require immediate service.
Contact an authorized dealer for service assistance.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•The use of fuel additives, which are now being sold
as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Most of
these products contain high concentrations of metha-
nol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems resulting from the use of such fuels or
additives is not the responsibility of the manufac-
turer and may void or not be covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions control
system can result in civil penalties being assessed against
you.
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mon-
oxide poisoning:
• Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a
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WARNING! (Continued)
garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the vehicle
is stopped in an open area with the engine running
for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation
system to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
• Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main-
tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every
time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal condi-
tions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with
all side windows fully open.
FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY)
E-85 General Information
The information in this section is unique for Flexible Fuel
vehicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique
fuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E-85) or Unleaded
Gasoline Only and/or a yellow fuel cap. Please refer to the
other sections of this manual for information on features
that are common between Flexible Fuel and Non-Flexible
Fuel powered vehicles.
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CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a
yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% ethanol and 15%
unleaded gasoline.
WARNING!
Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could
cause serious personal injury. Never have any smoking
materials lit or products that can cause spark in or near
the vehicle when removing the fuel filler tube cap (gas
cap) or filling the tank. Do not use E-85 as a cleaning
agent and never use it near an open flame.
Fuel Requirements
If your vehicle is E-85 compatible, it will operate on
unleaded gasoline with any octane rating greater than 87
(R+M)/2, or solely E-85 fuel, or any mixture of these fuels.
For best results, avoid fueling patterns alternating be-
tween E-85 and unleaded gasoline.When switching fuel types:
•
Add 5 gallons (19 liters) or more when refueling.
• Drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at least
5 miles (8 km).
Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard start-
ing and/or driveability problems during warm up.
NOTE:
• Use seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel (ASTM D5798). With
non-seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel, hard starting and
rough idle following start up may be experienced even if
the above recommendations are followed, especially
when the ambient temperature is below 32°F (0°C).
• Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully
compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your
engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be
caused by these deposits, a supplemental gasoline addi-
tive, such as Mopar Injector Cleanup or Techron may be
used.
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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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. Refer
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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Brake............................. .336, 384
Cooling System ......................... .331
Engine Oil ............................ .320
Power Steering ...................... .245, 384
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .382
Fog Lights ............................ .66, 281
Fog Lights, Service ........................ .281
Fold-Flat Seats .............................39
Folding Rear Seats ....................... .42, 47
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................278
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .305
Fuel ................................... .375
Additives ............................. .375
Clean Air ............................. .375
Ethanol ........................... .376, 378
Flexible .............................. .378
Gasoline .............................. .375
Materials Added ........................ .375
Methanol ............................. .376
Octane Rating ....................... .375, 382
Requirements .......................... .375
Specifications .......................... .382
Tank Capacity .......................... .381
Fueling ................................. .257Fuses
.................................. .283
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ...............113
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .375
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .375
Gear Ranges ............................. .238
Gear Selector Override ...................... .304
General Information ........................ .449
Glass Cleaning ........................... .370
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................259, 261
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...............259, 260
GVWR ................................. .259
Hazar

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Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ......................... .274
Hazard Warning Flashers .....................278
Headlights Automatic ..............................64
Bulb Replacement ....................... .280
Cleaning .............................. .367
Delay ..................................65
High Beam ............................ .280
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........64
Lights On Reminder .......................65
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New Vehicle Break-In Period..................233
Occupant Restraints ........................ .174
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............375, 382
Oil, Engine ........................... .322, 382
Capacity .............................. .381
Change Interval ........................ .322
Checking ............................. .320
Dipstick .............................. .320
Disposal .............................. .324
Filter ............................. .324, 382
Filter Disposal .......................... .324
Identification Logo ...................... .323
Materials Added To ...................... .324
Pressure Warning Light ....................149
Recommendation .....................322, 381
Synthetic ............................. .324
Viscosity .......................... .323, 381
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .324
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .324
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .149
Oil Reset ................................ .139
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................155
Operating Precautions ...................... .155Operator Manual
Owner’s Manual .......................5,500
Outlet Power ............................... .126
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................59
Overheating, Engine ....................... .303
Owner ’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...............5
Paint Care ............................... .366
Panic Alarm ...............................19
Parking Brake ............................ .234
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .249
Passenger Seat Easy Entry ..............................44
Passive Entry ..............................33
Pets ................................... .222
Phone Bluetooth .......................... .435,

436
Pairing ............................ .435, 453
Phonebook .....................437, 439, 457, 461
Phone (Uconnect) ...................... .431, 449
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........347
Power Brakes ............................... .373
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................286
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