2020 DODGE JOURNEY tow

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SAFETY TIPS ...................................................... 154
Transporting Passengers .. ........................154
Exhaust Gas . . .............................................154
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle . .
..............................................155
Periodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside The Vehicle . .
...................... 156
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE .................................... 157
Automatic Transmission .. .........................157
Normal Starting . . .......................................158
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition . . .................158
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) . .
.......................159
If Engine Fails To Start . . ............................ 159
After Starting . . ............................................159
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . ...... 159
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .. .... 160
PARKING BRAKE .. ............................................ 160
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.. .......................... 161
Ignition Park Interlock .. .............................162
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
System . ......................................................162
F
our-Speed Automatic Transmission . . .....163
Gear Ranges . . ...........................................163
POWER STEERING . . ........................................... 168
Power Steering Fluid Check .. ....................168SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED .
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................. 168
To Activate.................................................. 169
T o Set A Desired Speed. . ........................... 169
To Vary The Speed Setting . . ...................... 169
To Accelerate For Passing . . ....................... 170
To Resume Speed . . ................................... 170
To Deactivate . . ........................................... 171
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST . . ................. 171
ParkSense Sensors .. ................................. 171
ParkSense Display . . ................................... 172
ParkSense Warning Display . . .................... 173
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense . . ........ 173
Service The ParkSense Rear Park
Assist System . .
........................................... 173
Cleaning The ParkSense System. . ............ 174
ParkSense System Usage Precautions . . .. 174
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA. . ............175
REFUELING THE VEHICLE .. ................................ 176
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .. ............... 177
VEHICLE LOADING . . ..........................................177
Vehicle Certification Label .. ...................... 177
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) . . ..... 178
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) . . ......... 178
Overloading . . .............................................. 178
Loading . ..................................................... 178 T RAILER TOWING .
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............................................ 178
Common Towing Definitions .. ................... 178
Trailer Hitch Classification . . ...................... 180
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) . .
....................................... 181
Trailer And Tongue Weight . . ..................... 181
Towing Requirements . . ............................ 182
Towing Tips . . ............................................. 184
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) . .
....................................... 186
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another
Vehicle . ....................................................... 186
D

RIVING TIPS . . ................................................... 187
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .. ................. 187
Driving Through Water . . ........................... 187
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...................... 189
BULB REPLACEMENT ........................................ 189
Replacement Bulbs .. ................................ 189
Replacing Exterior Bulbs . . ......................... 191
FUSES . ................................................................. 193
I nterior Fuses .. .......................................... 193
Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution
Center) . ...................................................... 196

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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

30 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE:
You may experience deformation in the seat
c u

shion from the seat belt buckles if the seats
are left folded for an extended period of time.
This is normal and by simply opening the seats
to the open position, over time the seat cushion
will return to its normal shape.
To Unfold The Seatback

Grasp the assist strap loop on the seatback and
p u

ll it toward you to raise the seatback. Continue
to raise the seatback until it locks in place. Raise
the head restraint to lock it in place.
Assist Strap
The seatback can also be locked in the reclined
p
o

sition. To do so, pull the latch release-loop
located at the top of the seatback upward, allow
the seatback to recline, and release the
release-loop.POWER ADJUSTMENT (FRONT SEAT)

The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the
seat near the floor. Use this switch to move the seat
up, down, forward, rearward or to tilt the seat.

Power Seat Switch

Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
The seat can be adjusted both forward and
rearward. Push the seat switch forward or
rearward, and the seat will move in the direction
of the switch. Release the switch when the
desired position has been reached.
Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
The height of the seats can be adjusted up or
down. Pull upward or push downward on the
rear of seat switch, the seat will move in the
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is locked
securely into position. Otherwise, the seat
will not provide the proper stability for
passengers. An improperly latched seat
could cause serious injury.
Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third
row seat without having the head restraint
unfolded and locked in place. Failure to
follow this warning may result in personal
injury to the passenger in the event of a
collision.
Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third
row seat with the second row seatback(s)
folded flat. In a collision, the passenger
could slide underneath the seat belt and be
seriously or even fatally injured.

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(Continued)
NOTE:
The head restraints should only be removed
by qualified technicians, for service purposes
only. If either of the head restraints require
removal, see an authorized dealer.
In the event of deployment of an Active Head
Restraint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/
Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR)/
Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in
“Safety” for further information.
REAR HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT
The second row seats are equipped with
adjustable and removable head restraints.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the
h e

ad restraint. To lower the head restraint,
push the adjustment button located on the
base of the head restraint, and push downward
on the head restraint.
Rear Head Restraint

WARNING!

All occupants, including the driver, should
not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat
until the head restraints are placed in their
proper positions in order to minimize the risk
of neck injury in the event of a collision.

Do not place items over the top of the
Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat
covers or portable DVD players. These
items may interfere with the operation of
the Active Head Restraint in the event of a
collision and could result in serious injury or
death.

Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they
are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or
loose cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of
the Active Head Restraint ensure that all cargo
is secured, as loose cargo could contact the
Active Head Restraint during sudden stops.
Failure to follow this warning could cause
personal injury if the Active Head Restraint is
deployed.

WARNING!
(Continued)
1 — Release Button
2 — Adjustment Button
WARNING!
A loose head restraint thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could cause serious
injury or death to occupants of the vehicle.
Always securely stow removed head
restraints in a location outside the occupant
compartment.

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The heated steering wheel control button is
located within the Uconnect system. You can
gain access to the control button through the
climate screen or the controls screen.
Press the heated steering wheel button
once to turn the heating element on.
Press the heated steering wheel button a
second time to turn the heating element off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated
s t

eering wheel to operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start,
t h

e heated steering wheel can be programmed
to come on during a remote start through the
Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information.
MIRRORS
INSIDE DAY/NIGHT MIRROR — IF
E
QUIPPED
The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left,
and right for various drivers. The mirror should
be adjusted to center on the view through the
rear window.
Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be
r
e

duced by moving the small control under the
mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the
vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set
in the day position (toward the windshield).

NOTE:
A single ball joint mirror is provided in the
v e

hicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed
position at the windshield. The mirror installs on
the windshield button with a counterclockwise
rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
The mirror head can be adjusted left and right
a n

d tilted up and down for various drivers.
The mirror should be adjusted to center on the
v i

ew through the rear window.

Adjusting Rearview Mirror

WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the
skin because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medica -
tion, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other phys -
ical conditions must exercise care when
u s

ing the steering wheel heater. It may
cause burns even at low temperatures,
especially if used for long periods.
Do not place anything on the steering wheel
that insulates against heat, such as a
blanket or steering wheel covers of any type
and material. This may cause the steering
wheel heater to overheat.

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ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRRORS — IF
E
QUIPPED
An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun
visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor
downward and swing the mirror cover upward.
The light will turn on automatically. Closing the
mirror cover will turn off the light.

Illuminated Vanity Mirror

Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If
Equipped
The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for
additional flexibility in positioning the sun visor
to block out the sun.

1. Fold down the sun visor.

2
. U nclip the visor from the center clip. 3
. P
ull the sun visor toward the inside rearview
m
irror to extend it.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever controls the operation
of the turn signals, headlight beam selection
and passing lights. The multifunction lever is
located on the left side of the steering column.

Multifunction Lever

HEADLIGHTS
The headlight switch is located on the left side
of the instrument panel. This switch controls the
operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light
dimming, interior lights and fog lights

(if equipped).

Headlight Switch

Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the
f i

rst detent for parking lights and instrument
panel light operation. Rotate the headlight
switch to the second detent for headlight,
parking light and instrument panel light
operation.
1 — Auto
2 — Rotate Headlight Switch
3 — Push Fog Light
4 — Rotate Dimmer

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DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS)
The Daytime Running Lights will turn on the first
time the vehicle is shifted out of PARK, and
remain on unless the parking brake is applied.
Upon returning to the PARK position, the DRLs
will turn off. DRLs will turn off when the ignition
is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE:

The DRLs can be turned on and off using the
Uconnect system, refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information.

On some vehicles, the Daytime Running
Lights may deactivate or reduce intensity on
one side of the vehicle (when a turn signal is
activated on that side), or on both sides of
the vehicle (when the hazard warning lights
are activated).
HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH
Push the multifunction lever away from you to
switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the
multifunction lever toward you to switch the
headlights back to low beam.
FLASH-TO-PASS
You can signal another vehicle with your
headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction
lever toward you. This will cause the high beam
headlights to turn on, and remain on, until the
lever is released.
AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS

This system automatically turns the headlights
on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn
the system on, rotate the headlight switch
counterclockwise to the AUTO position. When the
system is on, the headlight time delay feature is
also on. This means the headlights will stay on for
up to 90 seconds after you place the ignition in
the OFF position. The headlight time delay can be
programmed 0/30/60/90 seconds.

Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”
fo

r further information.
To turn the automatic system off, move the
h e

adlight switch out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running before the head -
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
HEADLIGHTS ON WITH WIPERS
(A
VAILABLE WITH AUTOMATIC
H
EADLIGHTS ONLY)
When this feature is active, the headlights will
turn on after the wipers are turned on if the
headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position
and programmable feature is set to on. In
addition, the headlights will turn off when the
wipers are turned off if they were turned on by
this feature.
NOTE:
The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be
t u

rned on or off using the Uconnect System.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”
for further information.
HEADLIGHT TIME DELAY
This feature provides the safety of headlight
illumination for up to 90 seconds when leaving
your vehicle in an unlit area.

To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in
t h

e OFF position while the headlights are still on.
Then, turn off the headlights within 45 seconds.
The delay interval begins when the headlight
switch is turned off.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 49
Manual Climate Control Descriptions
Icon Description
MAX A/C Button
Press and release the MAX A/C button on the touchscreen to change the current setting to the coldest output of air. The
MA

X A/C indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is on. Pressing the button again will cause the MAX A/C operation to exit.
NOTE:
The MAX A/C button is only available on the touchscreen.
Faceplate Knob
Touchscreen Buttons Blower Control
Blower Control regulates the amount of air forced through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds available.
T
h

e speeds can be selected using either the blower control knob on the faceplate or the buttons on the touchscreen.
Faceplate:
The blower speed increases as you turn the blower control knob clockwise from the lowest blower setting. The blower
s p

eed decreases as you turn the blower control knob counterclockwise.
Touchscreen:
For Radio 4.3: use the circle around the blower icon by pressing on the circle spot where you want the blower setting to
be. To increase blower, the circle bar will go clockwise. To decrease the blower, the circle bar will move counter-clockwise.
For Uconnect 3/3 NAV: Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting and the large blower icon to increase the
blo
wer setting. The blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area between the icons.
Temperature Control
Provides the driver and passenger with independent temperature control. Push the red button on the faceplate or
t o

uchscreen or press and slide the temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the touchscreen for warmer
temperature settings. Push the blue button on the faceplate or touchscreen or press and slide the temperature bar towards
the blue arrow button on the touchscreen for cooler temperature settings.
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