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  • Page 1 > 2014 JOURNEY // USER GUIDE...
  • Page 2 > IMPORTANT This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals, Warranty ® Booklets, Tire Warranty and Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES ..65 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC . . . 2 (HomeLink®) ....66 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE POWER INVERTER .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, SRT, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT 1. Headlight Switch pg. 29 2. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 64 3. Turn Signal/Light Lever pg. 28 4. Instrument Cluster pg. 6 5. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display pg. 6 6.
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 10. Climate Controls pg. 33 11. Power Outlet pg. 70 12. Shifter 13. Emergency Brake Pedal 14. Opening The Hood pg. 93 15. Power Door Locks 16. Power Windows 17. Power Mirror Switch...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Temperature Gauge 2. Tachometer 3. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Air Bag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4. Fuel Gauge 5. Speedometer 6. Fuel Filler Door Location Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator* - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator - Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator - Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator * If equipped ** Bulb Check with Key On...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate • Push the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Push the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to un- lock all the doors and liftgate.

  • Page 11: Remote Start

    GETTING STARTED REMOTE START • Press the REMOTE START button on the Key Fob twice within five seconds. Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the engine off. • To drive the vehicle, press the UNLOCK button and cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position.
  • Page 12 GETTING STARTED • DO NOT grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). Press The Button To Lock Do NOT Grab The Handle When Locking NOTE: • If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver's door handle.
  • Page 13 GETTING STARTED Lock Or Unlock The Liftgate: • With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob within 3 feet (1 meter) of the liftgate, press the electronic liftgate lock/unlock pad located to the left of the liftgate handle to unlock the liftgate. Press the button a second time to lock the liftgate.
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED Stopping • Place the shift lever in PARK. • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. • If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will shut off.

  • Page 15: Vehicle Security Alarm

    GETTING STARTED VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM To Arm: • Press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ START/STOP button until the Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion Center (EVIC) indicates that the vehicle ignition is “OFF”. Press the power door lock switch while the door is open, press the Key Fob LOCK button, or with one of the Key Fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver's and passenger front door handles, press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™...

  • Page 16: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly.

  • Page 17: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags. •...
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED LATCH — Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren • Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. • The second row seating positions have lower anchors and top tether anchors. The third row seating positions (if equipped) do not have lower anchors or top tether anchors.
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED • The center seating position in this vehicle has a single dedicated anchorage. Use anchorages B and C to install a child seat in the center position. Do not use anchorages C and D to install a child seat. If you are installing three child restraints, you must use the seatbelt to install the center child restraint.
  • Page 20 GETTING STARTED Installing The Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belts • The seat belts in the outboard passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switch- able Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR). The center seating positions are equipped with a cinching latch plate. Both types of seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint.
  • Page 21 GETTING STARTED Installing The Top Tether Strap (With Either Lower Anchors Or Vehicle Seat Belt): When installing a forward-facing child restraint, always secure the top tether strap, up to the tether anchor weight limit, whether the child restraint is installed with the lower anchors or the vehicle seat belt.
  • Page 22 GETTING STARTED 3. Lift the seat cushion up and push back to lock it in the booster seat position. 4. Place the child upright in the seat with their back firmly against the seatback. 5. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt.

  • Page 23: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Power Seats • The power seat switch, located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor, controls forward/back, up/down, and tilt adjustment. Power Lumbar • Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support. Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar support.
  • Page 24 GETTING STARTED Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat • The front passenger seat can be folded flat to allow for extended cargo space. Pull up on the recliner lever to fold down the seatback. Flip 'n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage • The seat latch release-loop is located in the center of the seat cushion between the seat cushion and the seatback.

  • Page 25: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS 60/40 SPLIT SECOND-ROW PASSENGER SEATS To Lower The Seatback • Locate the seatback release lever on the lower outboard side of the seat. • Place one hand on the seatback and apply a gentle pressure. • Lift the seatback release lever with the other hand, allowing the seatback to move forward slightly, and then release the lever.
  • Page 26 GETTING STARTED STADIUM Tip ’n Slide™ (EASY ENTRY/EXIT SEAT) — SEVEN PASSENGER MODELS To Move The Second-Row Passenger Seat Forward NOTE: Raise the 20% seatback/armrest before moving the 60% seat to allow for full seat travel. • To allow passengers to easily enter or exit the third-row passenger seats move the Tip ’n Slide™...

  • Page 27: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause you and others to be severely injured or killed. •...

  • Page 28: Heated Steering Wheel

    GETTING STARTED Uconnect® 8.4 • Press the Controls soft-key located on the Uconnect® display. • Press the Driver or Passenger seat soft- key once to select HI-level heating. Press the soft-key a second time to select LO- level heating. Press the soft-key a third time to shut the heating elements OFF.

  • Page 29: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN • The tilt/telescoping control handle is lo- cated below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. • Push down on the handle to unlock the steering column. • To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired.

  • Page 30: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

  • Page 31: Headlight Switch

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation. Washer Operation •...

  • Page 32: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Dimmer • Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. • Rotate the dimmer control up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel when the parking lights or headlights are on.
  • Page 33 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Accel/Decel To Increase Speed • When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can increase speed by pushing the RES + button. The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: U.S.
  • Page 34 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Metric Speed (km/h) • Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 2 km/h decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 2 km/h. • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.

  • Page 35: Climate Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CLIMATE CONTROL Uconnect® 4.3 Manual Climate Controls...
  • Page 36 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Climate Controls Climate Control Knobs • For your convenience the climate controls can be operated by using the soft-keys located on the touch screen or the climate control knobs below the Uconnect® display.

  • Page 37: Parkview® Rear Back-Up Camera

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Operation • Press the AUTO button or AUTO soft-key. • Select the desired temperature by pressing the Temperature Controls for the driver or passenger. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. SYNC Temperature Soft-Key •...

  • Page 38: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF • The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Opening Sunroof Express Open • Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically. Manual Open •...

  • Page 39: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protection Feature This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will auto- matically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and release to Express Close.

  • Page 40: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 1. Uconnect® Voice Command Button pg. 60 2. Uconnect® Phone Button pg. 55 3. Steering Wheel Audio control (Left) pg. 64 4. Steering Wheel Audio control (Right) pg. 64 5. Volume Knob/Audio Mute Button 6. Uconnect® Radio pg. 40...
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS 7. Tune/Scroll Knob/Browse/Enter Button 8. SD Card Slot (push in to insert/eject) pg. 55 9. Front Power Outlet pg. 70 10. CD Slot 11. CD Eject Button 12. Audio Jack/USB Port pg. 54...

  • Page 42: Identifying Your Radio

    ELECTRONICS IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO Uconnect® 4.3 & 4.3S • Models 4.3 and 4.3S have a 4.3 inch touchscreen with hard-keys to each side of it. • Model 4.3S has all Model 4.3 features, plus SiriusXM Satellite Radio (1 year trial subscription included).

  • Page 43: Uconnect® 4.3 & 4.3S At A Glance

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 4.3 & 4.3S AT A GLANCE Displaying The Time • If the time is not currently displayed at the top of the screen when in Radio mode, press the SETTINGS button, then touch “Clock.” Select “Show Time,” then touch “On.” Setting The Time •...

  • Page 44: Uconnect® 8.4 & 8.4N At A Glance

    ELECTRONICS Equalizer • Touch the “Equalizer” soft-key to adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble. Use the “+” or “–” soft-key to adjust the equalizer to your desired settings. Press the “Done” soft-key when done. Balance/Fade • Touch the “Balance/Fade” soft-key to adjust the sound from the speakers. Use the “arrow”...
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS Setting The Time • Model 8.4N synchronizes time automatically via GPS, so should not require any time adjustment. If you do need to set the time manually, follow the instructions below for Model 8.4. • For Model 8.4, turn the unit on, then touch the “Time Display” at the top of the screen. Touch “Yes”.

  • Page 46: Radio

    ELECTRONICS RADIO Models 4.3 & 4.3S Models 8.4 & 8.4N...

  • Page 47: Siriusxm Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS • To access the Radio mode, touch the RADIO hard-key on the upper left side of the faceplate (4.3 & 4.3S) or the “Radio” soft-key at the lower left of the screen (8.4 & 8.4N). • Unless otherwise noted, the information provided on the operation and functionality of the radios in this section is common to all Uconnect®...
  • Page 48 ELECTRONICS Selecting SiriusXM Satellite Channels Seek Up/Seek Down • Touch the “Seek arrow” soft-keys for less than two seconds to seek through channels in SAT mode. • Touch and hold either “arrow” soft-key for more than two seconds to bypass channels without stopping.
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS Browse • Lets you browse the SiriusXM Satellite Radio channel listing, Favorites, Genres, Game Zone, and Weather channels. Jump setting, and also provides the SiriusXM Satellite Radio channel list. Browse contains many sub-menus. Browse Sub-Menu Description Sub-Menu Shows the channel listing. Genre Provides a list of all genres, and lets you jump to a channel within the selected genre.

  • Page 50: Ipod®/Cd/Aux Controls

    ELECTRONICS iPod®/CD/AUX CONTROLS Models 4.3 & 4.3S • The iPod®/CD/AUX controls are accessed by pressing the PLAYER hard-key to enter the Player main screen, then touch the “Source” soft-key and choose between Disc, AUX, iPod® or Bluetooth®. NOTE: Uconnect® will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS Models 8.4 & 8.4N • The iPod®/USB, CD, Audio Jack, SD Card or Bluetooth® source is accessed by touching the “Player” soft-key to enter the Player main screen, then touch the “Source” soft-key and choose between Disc, Aux, iPod®, Bluetooth® or SD Card. NOTE: Uconnect®...

  • Page 52: Garmin® Navigation

    ELECTRONICS GARMIN® NAVIGATION Garmin® Navigation (8.4N Only) • Uconnect® 8.4N integrates Garmin’s consumer-friendly navigation into your vehicle. Garmin Navigation includes Lane Assist and Junction View, Speed Limit information, and a database with over 6 million points of interest. • Touch the “Nav” soft-key in the menu bar to access the Navigation system. Changing The Navigation Voice Prompt Volume 1.
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS • Dead Reckoning technology uses the speed sensors attached to your vehicle’s drivetrain, and a gyroscope, to supplement the existing GPS data. The combined data provides accurate positioning for your vehicle in tunnels, indoor parking garages, urban canyons, and any other area where GPS signals can become obstructed. Finding Points Of Interest •...
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS Following Your Route • Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated. A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways. • Lane Assist helps you decide which lane to be in at upcoming junctions. •...

  • Page 55: Siriusxm Travel Link

    ELECTRONICS SiriusXM TRAVEL LINK SiriusXM Travel Link (8.4N Only) • SiriusXM Travel Link is only available in the United States. • SiriusXM Travel Link brings a wealth of useful information into your vehicle and right to your fingertips. • To access Travel Link, touch the “More” soft-key, then the “Travel Link” soft-key. NOTE: SiriusXM Travel Link requires a subscription, sold separately after the 1 year trial subscrip- tion included with your vehicle purchase.

  • Page 56: Playing Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Devices

    ELECTRONICS PLAYING iPod®/USB/MP3 DEVICES • There are many ways to play music from iPod®/MP3 players or USB devices through your vehicles sound system. Audio Jack (AUX) • The Audio Jack, located in the center console, allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod®, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicles sound system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.

  • Page 57: Uconnect® Phone

    ELECTRONICS SD Card (8.4 and 8.4N Only) • Play songs stored on an SD card inserted into the SD card slot, located on the radio faceplate. • Song playback can be controlled using the radio or Steering Wheel Audio Controls to play, skip to the next or previous track, browse, and list the contents.
  • Page 58 ELECTRONICS Start Pairing Procedure On The Radio • Models 8.4, 8.4N: Touch the “Phone” soft-key and then the “Settings” soft-key. Next, touch “Add Device.” • Models 4.3, 4.3S: Press the MORE hard-key, then touch the “Phone” soft-key. Next, touch the “Settings” soft-key and then “Add Device.” •...
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS Select The Mobile Phone's Priority Level • When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite phone. Selecting Yes will make this phone the highest priority. This phone will take precedence over other paired phones within range. Only one phone can connected at a time.
  • Page 60 ELECTRONICS Phone Menu Screen — Models 8.4 & 8.4N Making A Phone Call • Press the Uconnect® Phone button • After the BEEP, say “dial” then the number (or “call” then the name as listed in your phone; see Phonebook). NOTE: You can also initiate a call by using the touchscreen on the Phone main screen.
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS Common Phone Commands (Examples) • “Call John Smith” • “Call John Smith mobile” • “Dial 1 248 555 1212” • “Call Emergency” • “Call Towing Assistance” • “Redial” Phonebook • Uconnect® radios will automatically download your phonebook from your paired phone, if this feature is supported by your phone.

  • Page 62: Uconnect® Voice Command (8.4 & 8.4N Only)

    ELECTRONICS Voice Text Reply • Uconnect® Phone can read or send new text messages on your mobile phone. • Your mobile phone must support Voice Text Reply over Bluetooth® to use this feature. If the Uconnect® Phone determines your mobile phone is not compatible with Voice Text Reply messaging over Bluetooth®, the “Messaging”...
  • Page 63 ELECTRONICS Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button , then say a command (for example, “help”). • Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command system is speaking. The volume setting for Voice Command is different than the audio system.
  • Page 64 ELECTRONICS Common Navigation Voice Commands • To access the navigation voice commands, press the Uconnect® Voice Command button while in any mode and say “Navigation.” • Once in the Navigation feature, you can simply Say What You See on the touchscreen to give a navigation voice command.

  • Page 65: Video Entertainment System (Ves™)

    ELECTRONICS VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES™) System Operation • The screen is located on the headliner behind the front seat. To lower the screen, press the release button located in the rear of the overhead console. • The system may be controlled by the front seat occupants using the touchscreen radio, or by the rear seat occupants using the remote control.

  • Page 66: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS • The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.

  • Page 67: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated. You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL”...

  • Page 68: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink®)

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 8.4 Customer Programmable Features • The Uconnect® 8.4 system allows you to access Customer Programmable feature set- tings such as Display, Clock, Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Heated Seats, Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth® and SIRIUS Setup through soft-keys.
  • Page 69 ELECTRONICS NOTE: Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance. Programming A Rolling Code NOTE: For programming Garage Door Openers that were manufactured after 1995.
  • Page 70 ELECTRONICS Programming A Non-Rolling Code NOTE: For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured before 1995. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink®...

  • Page 71: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS POWER INVERTER • There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt power inverter outlet located on the back of the center console. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts. Uconnect®...

  • Page 72: Power Outlets

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLETS • There is a 12 Volt power outlet located in the front storage bin below the radio. This outlet has power available when the igni- tion switch is in the ON position. • A second 12 Volt power outlet is located inside the center console.

  • Page 73: Utility

    UTILITY...

  • Page 74: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Wheel OFF the Towing Condition FWD Models AWD Models Ground Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Front NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED On Trailer Recreational Towing —...

  • Page 75: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your loca- tion, including the telephone number from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 76 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position. If the light is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 77 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low EVIC display. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
  • Page 78 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound.

  • Page 79: Indicator Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly.
  • Page 80 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - High Beam Indicator Indicates that headlights are on high beam. - Front Fog Light Indicator This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. - Vehicle Security Light This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming.

  • Page 81: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action: • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.

  • Page 82: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location • The jack and jack-handle are stowed underneath a cover in the rear storage bin in the cargo area. Spare Tire Location • The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the vehicle and is held in place by means of a cable winch mechanism.
  • Page 83 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Turn OFF the ignition. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.

  • Page 84: Spare Tire Stowage

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage NOTE: Refer to “Spare Tire Removal” for information on assembling the winch tools. 1. Place the spare tire near to the winch cable. Hold the spare upright so that the tire's tread is on the ground and the valve stem is at the top of the wheel facing away from the rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 85 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange. 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise 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.

  • Page 86: Road Tire Installation

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 10. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. 11. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area. Do not stow the deflated tire in the spare tire stowage location. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
  • Page 87 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Vehicles Without Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts. 3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 4.
  • Page 88 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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.

  • Page 89: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING • If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. • Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the proce- dures in this section carefully.
  • Page 90 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

  • Page 91: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be brought above the freezing point before attempting a jump-start.

  • Page 92: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 93: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 94: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 95: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. 2. Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood opening. 3. Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time.

  • Page 96: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 97 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 98: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Capacities Genuine Part We recommend you use Engine Coolant – 2.4L Engine MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10.7 Quarts (10.1 Liters) Includes Single or Dual-Zone Climate TenYear/150,000 Mile For- heater and coolant recovery Control System mula OAT (Organic Additive bottle filled to MAX level...
  • Page 99 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Capacities Genuine Part Only use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® Automatic Transmission — fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE Brake Master Cylinder J1703.

  • Page 100: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE E-85 Flexible Fuel — 3.6L Engine Only CAUTION! Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85. • Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system.
  • Page 101 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Severe Duty All Models Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty. Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: •...
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  • Page 104: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 105: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Interior Fuses • The interior fuse panel is located on the passenger side under the instrument panel. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description F100 30 Amp Pink 110V AC Inverter – If Equipped F101 10 Amp Red Interior Lights Cigar Lighter in Instrument Panel/ F102...
  • Page 106 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses • The power distribution center is located in the engine compartment. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description Interior Power Distribution F101 60 Amp Yellow Center Rail Interior Power Distribution F102 60 Amp Yellow Center Rail Interior Power Distribution F103 60 Amp Yellow Center Rail...

  • Page 107: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description F166 20 Amp Yellow Spare F167 30 Amp Green Powertrain Shutdown F168 10 Amp Red Air Conditioner Clutch Emissions – Partial Zero Emissions F169 40 Amp Green Vehicle Motor Emissions – Partial Zero Emissions F170 15 Amp Blue Vehicle Actuators...

  • Page 108: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recom- mended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or “blow out”.

  • Page 109: Exterior Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EXTERIOR BULBS LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp 9006 High Beam Headlamp 9005 Front Park/Turn Signal 3757AK Side Marker Lamp Front Fog Lamp PSX24W Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) License Lamp LIGHTS BULBS –...

  • Page 110: Consumer Assistance

    • A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck, Dodge and SRT websites. • Click on the “For Owners” tab, select “Owner/Service Manuals”, then select your desired...

  • Page 111: Reporting Safety Defects In The United States

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

  • Page 112: Mopar® Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic Dodge Accessories by MOPAR®, visit your local Dodge dealership or online at mopar.com for U.S. residents and mopar.ca for Canadian residents.

  • Page 113: Frequently Asked Questions

    • How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)? pg. 66 UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Dodge Journey? pg. 71 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 74 •...

  • Page 114: Index

    INDEX Airbag ....14 Brake Warning Light ..76 Air Bag Electronic Speed Control ON Air Bag Warning Light ..74 Indicator .
  • Page 115 INDEX EVIC Display ....6 Jack Operation ... .80, 82 Exterior Lights ....107 Jump Starting .
  • Page 116 INDEX Outlet Heated ....25 Power ....70 Manual ....21 Overheating, Engine .
  • Page 117 INDEX Uconnect® Voice Command ..60 Washer Underhood Fuses ... .104 Rear ....29 Universal Garage Door Opener Washers, Windshield .
  • Page 118 NOTES...
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  • Page 123: Driving And Alcohol

    DODGE.COM This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Dodge and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect...
  • Page 124 DOWNLOAD A FREE ELECTRONIC COPY OF THE OWNER’S MANUAL OR WARRANTY BOOKLET by visiting the Owners tab at: www.dodge.com (U.S.) www.dodge.ca (Canada) 14JC49-926-AA Fourth Edition REV 1 JOURNEY User Guide...

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