2020 DODGE JOURNEY display

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 67
Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)

Rear ATC Control Features
1. Ad
just the Rear Blower, Rear Temperature
a
nd the Rear Modes to suit your comfort
needs.

2. A TC is selected by adjusting the knob to the
A
UTO position.

Once the desired temperature is displayed, the
A T

C System achieves and maintain that comfort
level. When the system is set up for your comfort
level, it is not necessary to change the settings.
You experience the greatest efficiency by simply
allowing the system to function automatically.
NOTE:

It is not necessary to move the temperature
s e

ttings. The system automatically adjusts the
temperature, mode and fan speed to provide
comfort as quickly as possible.
Bi-Level Mode
Bi-Level Mode
Press this button on the touchscreen to change the air distribution mode to Bi-Level Mode. In Bi-Level Mode, air comes
f
r

om 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 conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the
fl
oor outlets.
Floor Mode Floor Mode
Press this button on the touchscreen to change the air distribution mode to Floor Mode. In Floor Mode, air comes from the
fl

oor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
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Mode Knob
Rear Mode Knob
Turn the rear mode knob to adjust airflow distribution. The rear mode settings are displayed in the control head. The rear
ai

rflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the headliner outlets, the floor outlets or both.
Panel Mode Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving
th

e air vanes of the outlets to one side will shut off the airflow.
Bi-Level Mode Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the floor outlets.
NOTE:

In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the headliner outlets and warmer
a i

r from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets.

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Rear Temperature Control Knob
Turn the rear temperature knob to adjust the temperature. Turn it to the right (clockwise) to raise the temperature. Turn it to
th

e left (counterclockwise) to lower the temperature. The rear temperature setting is displayed in the control head.
Rear Blower Control Knob
The rear blower control can be manually set to off, or any fixed blower speed by rotating the Blower Control Knob in the rear
o f

the vehicle. This allows the rear seat occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle.
When rear controls are locked by the front system, the Rear Lock symbol on the temperature knob is illuminated and any
r e

ar overhead adjustments are ignored.
Rear AUTO Setting
Turn the blower knob to the AUTO setting. The rear AUTO setting is displayed in the control head when REAR AUTO is on. This
f e

ature automatically controls the rear interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Changing the
blower knob to any other blower setting will cause the rear system to switch to manual mode. Refer to "Automatic Operation"
within this section for more information.
Rear Climate Control/Blower Off
To turn the Rear Climate Controls off, turn the Blower Control knob to the O (off) position.
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CLIMATE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
A/C (Air Conditioning)

The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the
operator to manually activate or deactivate
the air conditioning system. When the air
c o

nditioning system is turned on, cool
dehumidified air will flow through the outlets into
the cabin. For improved fuel economy, press the
A/C button to turn off the air conditioning and
manually adjust the blower and airflow mode
settings. Also, make sure to select only Panel,
Bi-Level, or Floor modes.

NOTE:
For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is
in Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be
turned off, but the A/C system shall remain
active to prevent fogging of the windows.
If fog or mist appears on the windshield or
side glass, select Defrost mode, and increase
blower speed if needed.
If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the
A/C condenser (located in front of the radi -
ator), for an accumulation of dirt or insects. C
le
an with a gentle water spray from the front
of the radiator and through the condenser.
MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling
p e

rformance.
Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C
a n

d the prior settings. The button illuminates
when MAX A/C is on.
In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position
c a

n be adjusted to desired user settings.
Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C
operation to switch to the selected setting and
MAX A/C to exit.
Recirculation

In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode
may lead to excessive window fogging. The
R e

circulation feature may be unavailable (button
on the touchscreen greyed out) if conditions exist
that could create fogging on the inside of the
windshield.

On systems with Manual Climate Controls,
if equipped, the Recirculation mode is not
a l

lowed in Defrost mode to improve window
clearing operation. Recirculation is disabled
automatically if this mode is selected. Attempting to use Recirculation while in this
mode causes the LED in the control button to
blink and then turns off.
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
(ATC) — I
F EQUIPPED
Automatic Operation

1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate, or
the AUTO button on the touchscreen on the
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
Panel.

2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like t
he system to maintain by adjusting the
driver and passenger temperature control
buttons. Once the desired temperature is
displayed, the system achieves and
automatically maintains that comfort level.
3. W hen the system is set up for your comfort
l
evel, it is not necessary to change the
settings. You will experience the greatest
efficiency by simply allowing the system to
function automatically.

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NOTE:
It is not necessary to move the temperature
settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system
automatically adjusts the temperature,
mode, and blower speed to provide comfort
as quickly as possible.

The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or
Metric units by selecting the US/Metric customer
programmable feature. Refer to the “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the
Automatic mode during cold start-ups, the blower
fan remains on low until the engine warms up.
The blower will increase in speed and transition
into Auto mode.

Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual
override features. The AUTO symbol in the front
ATC display will be turned off when the system
is being used in the manual mode.
OPERATING TIPS
NOTE:
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
s u

ggested control settings for various weather
conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected
with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide
proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating. OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for proper coolant selection.
Winter Operation

To ensure the best possible heater and defroster
performance, make sure the engine cooling
system is functioning properly and the proper
amount, type, and concentration of coolant is
used. Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in
“Technical Specifications” for proper coolant
selection. Use of the air Recirculation mode
during Winter months is not recommended,
because it may cause window fogging.

Vacation/Storage

Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run
the air conditioning system at idle for about five
minutes, in fresh air with the blower setting on high.
This will ensure adequate system lubrication to
minimize the possibility of compressor damage
when the system is started again.

Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in
mild, rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear the
windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and
increase the front blower speed. Do not use the
Recirculation mode without A/C for long
periods, as fogging may occur.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Use care when washing the inside of the
rear window. Do not use abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the
window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or
abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window.
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To reset the inverter manually press the power
inverter button off and on within the Uconnect
Settings. To avoid overloading the circuit, check
the power ratings on electrical devices prior to
using the inverter.
NOTE:
Due to built-in overload protection, the power
o u

tlet will shut down if the 115 Volt AC
(150 Watt maximum) power rating is exceeded.
Power Inverter Operation
The power inverter is turned on and off using
the Uconnect System.
Vehicles Equipped With Radio 4.3
To turn the power inverter on or off perform the
f o

llowing:

1. P ress the “More” button on the faceplate
(
located next to the Uconnect display).

2. P ress the “Outlet” button on the
t
ouchscreen (located on the Uconnect
display) to turn the power inverter on or off.
Vehicles Equipped With Uconnect 3/3 NAV
To turn the power inverter on or off perform the
f o

llowing:

1. P ress the “Controls” button on the
t
ouchscreen.

2. P ress the “Outlet” button on the touchscreen
t
o turn the power inverter on or off.

SUNGLASSES STORAGE
To access the storage compartment, push on
the raised bars on the compartment door in the
center of the console and release and the door
will swing downward.

Sunglasses Storage Compartment

WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Do not use a three-prong adapter.

Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.

Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS

1. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (RPM x 1000).
2. I nstrument Cluster Display
When the appropriate conditions exist,
this display shows the instrument cluster
display messages. Refer to “Instrument
Cluster Display” in this chapter for further
information.
3. S peedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. F uel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the Keyless Push Button
Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points
to the side of the vehicle where
t h

e fuel door is located. 5. T
emperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine
coolant temperature. Any reading within
the normal range indicates that the
engine cooling system is operating satis
-
factorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a
higher temperature when driving in hot
weather, up mountain grades, or when
towing a trailer. It should not be allowed
to exceed the upper limits of the normal
operating range.
NOTE:
The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check
w h

en the ignition is first cycled.
WARNING!

A hot engine cooling system is dangerous.
You or others could be badly burned by steam
o r

boiling coolant. You may want to call an
authorized dealer for service if your vehicle
overheats. If you decide to look under the hood
yourself, see “Servicing And Maintenance.”
Follow the warnings under the Cooling System
Pressure Cap paragraph.

CAUTION!

Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads “H,” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle
the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off
until the pointer drops back into the normal
range. If the pointer remains on the “H,” turn
the engine off immediately and call an
authorized dealer for service.

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle may be equipped with an
instrument cluster display, which offers useful
information to the driver. With the ignition in

the OFF mode, opening/closing of a door will
a c

tivate the display for viewing, and display
the total miles, or kilometers, in the odometer.
Y o

ur instrument cluster display is designed to
display important information about your
vehicle’s systems and features. Using a driver
interactive display located on the instrument
panel, your instrument cluster display can show
you how systems are working and give you
warnings when they aren’t. The steering wheel
mounted controls allow you to scroll through
and enter the main menus and submenus.
You can access the specific information you
w a

nt and make selections and adjustments.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
L
OCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features a
driver-interactive display that is located in the
instrument cluster.
Instrument Cluster Display

This system allows the driver to select a variety
o f

useful information by pushing the switches
mounted on the steering wheel. The menu
items consist of the following:
Radio Info
Fuel Economy
Vehicle Speed
Trip Info
Tire Pressure
Vehicle Information
Messages
Turn Menu OFF The system allows the driver to select
i
n

formation by pushing the following buttons
mounted on the steering wheel:

Instrument Cluster Display Controls

Up Arrow Button Push and release the up
arrow
button to scroll upward through the
m a

in menus and submenus.
Down Arrow Button
Push and release the do
wn arrow
button to scroll downward through
t h

e main menus and submenus.
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