Dodge Journey: Cleaning, Inspection
CLEANING
Drain cooling system and refill with clean water. Refer to drain and fill procedures in this service information .
Run engine with radiator cap installed until upper radiator hose is hot. Stop engine and drain water from system.
If water is dirty; fill, run, and drain system again, until water runs clear. Refill cooling system with a 50/50 mixture of the recommended ethylene-glycol and distilled water.
INSPECTION
After performing a cleaning/flush procedure, inspect all hoses, clamps and connections for deterioration and leaks. Inspect radiator and heater core for leaks.
SPECIFICATIONS
FILL VOLUMES

TORQUE


SPECIAL TOOLS

Fig. 8: BELT TENSION GAUGE ADAPTER - 8371

Fig. 9: HOSE CLAMP PLIERS 8495

Fig. 10: HOSE CLAMP PLIERS 6094

Fig. 11: FILLING AID FUNNEL 8195

Fig. 12: COOLING SYSTEM TESTER 7700

Fig. 13: COOLANT REFRACTOMETER 8286

Fig. 14: RELEASE TOOL 8875A
Standard procedure
DRAINING
When servicing the cooling system, it is essential that coolant does not drip
onto the accessory drive belts
and/or pulleys. Shield the belts with shop towels before working on the coolin ...
Accessory drive
...
See also:
Installation
LEFT-HAND-DRIVE
Fig. 35: BOOSTER SEAL
NOTE: Before power brake booster (1) installation, be certain a NEW
dash seal (2) is
installed on the booster mounting studs.
Fig. 36: PEDAL AND ...
Description
Vehicle wheel alignment is the positioning of all interrelated front and rear
suspension angles. These angles
affect the handling and steering of the vehicle when it is in motion. Proper
wheel al ...
Inspection, adjustments
INSPECTION
Inspect the exhaust pipes, catalytic converters, muffler, and resonators for
cracked joints, broken welds and
corrosion damage that would result in a leaking exhaust system. Inspect the ...
