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:
Description, Standard procedure
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 331: Identifying Timing Drive System Components
The timing drive system has been designed to provide quiet performance and
reliability to support a NON freewheeling
engine. The ...
Description, Operation
DESCRIPTION
A diesel particulate filter (DPF) is installed for exhaust gas
after-treatment. The DPF filters, stores and burns
particulate matter (soot) that is generated during the combustion proc ...
Heater performance
Before performing the following tests, see COOLING for the procedures to
check the engine coolant level and
flow, engine coolant reserve/recovery system operation, accessory drive belt
condition ...