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:
Solenoid, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), 2.0L Diesel
Description
Fig. 71: Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Solenoid - 2.0L Diesel
- EGR solenoid electrical connector
- EGR vacuum harness
The EGR solenoid (4) is mounted to a bracket attached t ...
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 ...
Assembly
NOTE: Cleanliness through entire disassembly and assembly of the valve
body cannot
be overemphasized. When disassembling, each part should be washed in a
suitable solvent, then dried by comp ...
