2020 DODGE JOURNEY jacking

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JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING........................ 199
Jack Location .. ...........................................199
Spare Tire Location And Removal . . ..........200
Preparations For Jacking. . .........................201
Jacking Instructions . . .................................201
Road Tire Installation . . ..............................205
Spare Tire Stowage. . ..................................206
JUMP STARTING ................................................ 2 0 6
Preparations For Jump Start .. ...................207
Jump Starting Procedure. . .........................208
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . ....................... 209
2.4L Engine — If Equipped .. ...................... 210
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE . . .......................... 210
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .. ........................... 211
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .. ...................... 212
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models.. ............213
Tow Eye Usage — If Equipped . . ................213
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) . .
............................................... 215
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .. ..................... 215
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................... 216
Maintenance Plan.. ....................................217
ENGINE COMPARTMENT . . ................................ 220
2.4L Engine .. ..............................................220
Checking Oil Level . . ................................... 221
Adding Washer Fluid . . ...............................221
Maintenance-Free Battery . . ...................... 221
Pressure Washing . . ....................................222 DEALER SERVICE .
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............................................222
Engine Oil .................................................. 223
E ngine Oil Filter . . ........................................ 224
Engine Air Cleaner Filter . . ......................... 224
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . ................. 224
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection . . ............. 225
Body Lubrication . . ...................................... 226
Windshield Wiper Blades . . ........................ 226
Exhaust System . . ...................................... 227
Cooling System . . ....................................... 228
Brake System . . .......................................... 232
Automatic Transmission. . .......................... 233
RAISING THE VEHICLE . . .....................................234
TIRES....................................................................234 T ire Safety Information .. ........................... 234
Tires — General Information . . .................. 242
Tire Types . .................................................. 246
S pare Tires — If Equipped . . ....................... 247
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care . . .................. 249
Tire Chains and Traction Devices . . ........... 250
Tire Rotation Recommendations . . ........... 251
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES . .
...................................251
Treadwear .................................................. 251
T raction Grades . . ....................................... 251
Temperature Grades . . ............................... 252
BODYWORK . . ...................................................... 252
Protection From Atmospheric Agents..
..... 252
Body And Underbody Maintenance . . ........ 253
Preserving The Bodywork . . ........................ 253INTERIORS .
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....................................................... 254
Seats And Fabric Parts .. ............................ 254
Plastic And Coated Parts. . ......................... 254
Leather Parts . . ........................................... 255
Glass Surfaces . . ........................................ 255
Cleaning The Cupholders . . ....................... 255
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
IDENTIFICATION DATA ...................................... 256
Vehicle Identification Number .. ................ 256
BRAKE SYSTEM . . ............................................... 256
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ..
.............................................. 257
Torque Specifications.. .............................. 257
FUEL REQUIREMENTS . . .................................... 257
Reformulated Gasoline .. .......................... 258
Materials Added To Fuel . . ......................... 258
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . ................... 258
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel
Vehicles . ..................................................... 259
C
NG And LP Fuel System Modifications . . 259
MMT In Gasoline. . ...................................... 259
Fuel System Cautions. . .............................. 259
Carbon Monoxide Warnings. . .................... 260
FLUID CAPACITIES . . ........................................... 261
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .. .............................. 262
Engine ....................................................... 262
C hassis . ..................................................... 264

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 199
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGINGJACK LOCATION
The jack and jack-handle are stowed
underneath a cover in the rear storage bin in the
cargo area, lift up on the handle to access the
storage bin.

Cargo Area

The jack will be located under the storage bin,
l i

ft up on the storage bin cover to access the
jack and tools.
Storage Bin
Jack/Tools Location

WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side
of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull
far enough off the road to avoid the danger
of being hit when operating the jack or
changing the wheel.
Being under a jacked-up vehicle is
dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the
jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
Never put any part of your body under a
vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get
under a raised vehicle, take it to a service
center where it can be raised on a lift.
Never start or run the engine while the
vehicle is on a jack.
The jack is designed to be used as a tool for
changing tires only. The jack should not be
used to lift the vehicle for service purposes.
The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level
surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
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200 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
SPARE TIRE LOCATION AND REMOVAL
The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of
the vehicle and is held in place by means of a
cable winch mechanism.

Spare Tire Location

Spare Tire Removal
NOTE:
On seven-passenger models, fold the third-row
p a

ssenger seats flat. This will provide more
space when accessing the jacking tools and
when operating the winch mechanism.

1. Remove the jack-handle components 1, 2 a
nd 3 from storage and assemble them.
Lowering/Raising Spare Tire
Winch Drive Nut
NOTE:

Assemble components 2 and 3 by seating the
s m

all ball at the end of component 2 in the
s m

all hole at the end of component 3. This will
lock these components together. Assemble
components 1 and 2 so that the wheel nut
socket at the end of component 1 faces upward
when seated on component 2. This will make it
easier to rotate the assembly when operating
the winch mechanism.

Lowering The Spare Tire

2. F it the assembled jack-handle over the
w
inch drive nut located in the jack storage
area. Rotate the jack-handle assembly
counterclockwise until the spare tire is on
the ground with enough cable slack to allow
you to pull the spare tire out from
underneath the vehicle.
1 — Component 1
2 — Component 2
3 — Component 3

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(Continued)
3. Pull the spare tire out from underneath the vehicle and raise it upright so the tire's
tread is on the ground.
4. T ilt the retainer at the end of the winch
c
able and remove it from the center of the
wheel.

Spare Tire Retainer

PREPARATIONS FOR JACKING

1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as
possible. Avoid icy or slippery areas.

2. T urn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
3
. A pply the parking brake.
4
. P lace the gear selector in PARK (automatic
t
ransmission) or in GEAR (manual
transmission).
5. T urn OFF the ignition.
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. B lock both the front and rear of the wheel
d
iagonally opposite the jacking position. For
example, if the driver’s front wheel is being
changed, block the passenger’s rear wheel. NOTE:

Passengers should not remain in the vehicle
w h

en the vehicle is being raised or lifted.
JACKING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use
with the jack wrench extension tool only.
Use of air wrench or power tool may damage
t h

e winch.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of
the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far
enough off the road to avoid being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings
to help prevent personal injury or damage to
your vehicle:
Always park on a firm, level surface as far
from the edge of the roadway as possible
before raising the vehicle.
Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
Apply the parking brake firmly and set the
transmission in PARK.
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202 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

Jack Warning Label
Jacking Locations
1. R
emove the spare tire, jack, and
j
ack-handle from stowage.

2. Lo osen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts
o
n the wheel with the flat tire. Turn the
wheel nuts counterclockwise one turn while
the wheel is still on the ground.

3. Place the jack in the notches underneath the l
ift area that is closest to the flat tire. Center
the jack saddle between the drain flute
formations on the sill flange. Turn the jack
screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack
saddle with the lift area of the sill flange.
Front Lifting Point

Block the wheel diagonally opposite the
wheel to be raised.
Never start or run the engine with the
vehicle on a jack.
Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it
is on a jack.
Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a
jack. If you need to get under a raised
vehicle, take it to a service center where it
can be raised on a lift.
Only use the jack in the positions indicated
and for lifting this vehicle during a tire
change.
If working on or near a roadway, be
extremely careful of motor traffic.
To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated,
are securely stowed, spares must be
stowed with the valve stem facing the
ground.
WARNING! (Continued)
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking
on locations other than those indicated in the
Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.

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Front Jacking Location
Rear Lifting Point Rear Jacking Location

4. R aise the vehicle by turning the jack screw
c
lockwise with the jack handle. Raise the
vehicle until the tire just clears the road
surface and enough clearance is obtained
to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift
provides maximum stability.
5. R emove the wheel nuts. If equipped with
w
heel covers, remove the wheel cover from
the wheel by hand. Do not pry the wheel
cover off. Then, pull the wheel off the hub. 6. M
ount the spare tire.

M
ounting Spare Tire

WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can
make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off
the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the
vehicle only enough to remove the tire.
WARNING!
To avoid possible personal injury, handle the
wheel covers with care to avoid contact with
any sharp edges.
CAUTION!
Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve
stem facing outward. The vehicle could be
damaged if the spare tire is mounted
incorrectly.
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214 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Tow Eye Usage Precautions

Tow Eye Warning Label
Front Tow Eye Installation
The front tow eye receptacle is located behind a
door, located on the right front bumper fascia.
To install the tow eye, open the door using the
vehicle key or a small screwdriver, and thread
the tow eye into the receptacle.
Insert the flat end of the jack handle through
th
e eye and tighten, refer to “Jacking And Tire
Changing” in this chapter for further
information. The tow eye must be fully seated to
the attaching bracket through the lower front
fascia as shown. If the tow eye is not fully
seated to the attaching bracket, the vehicle
should not be towed.

Front Tow Eye Installed

CAUTION!
The tow eye must only be used for roadside
emergencies. Use with an appropriate
device in accordance with highway code
(a rigid bar or rope) to maneuver the vehicle
i n

preparation for transport via a tow truck.
The tow eye must not be used to move the
vehicle off the road or where there are
obstacles.
Do not use the tow eyes for tow truck
hookup or highway towing.
Do not use the tow eye to free a stuck
vehicle. Refer to the “Freeing A Stuck
Vehicle” section for further information.
Please refer to the “Towing A Disabled
Vehicle” section for detailed instructions.
D a

mage to your vehicle may occur if these
guidelines are not followed.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
eyes.
Do not use a chain with a tow eye. Chains
may break, causing serious injury or death.
Do not use a tow strap with a tow eye. Tow
straps may break or become disengaged,
causing serious injury or death.
Failure to follow proper tow eye usage may
cause components to break resulting in
serious injury or death.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 215
Rear Tow Eye Installation
The rear tow eye receptacle is located behind a
door, located on the left rear bumper fascia.
To install the tow eye, open the door using the
ve

hicle key or a small screwdriver, and thread
the tow eye into the receptacle.
Insert the flat end of the jack handle through
t h

e eye and tighten, refer to “Jacking And Tire
Changing” in this section for further
information. The tow hook must be fully seated
to the attaching bracket through the lower front
fascia as shown. If the tow hook is not fully
seated to the attaching bracket, the vehicle
should not be towed.

Rear Tow Eye Installed

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS)
This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced
Accident Response System.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in
“ S

afety” for further information on the
Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS)
function.
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is
to record data that will assist in understanding
how a vehicle’s systems performed under
certain crash or near crash-like situations, such
as an air bag deployment or hitting a road
obstacle.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in
“ S

afety” for further information on the Event
Data Recorder (EDR).
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