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
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See also:
Diagnosis and testing
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST SYSTEM NOISE
CONDITION
POSSIBLE
CAUSES
CORRECTION
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST NOISE
(UNDER HOOD)
1. Exhaust manifold cracked or
broken.2. Manifold to cyl ...
LIGHTS
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever controls the operation of the
headlights, parking lights, turn signal lights, instrument
panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior
lights a ...
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over
the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph
(40 km/h).
The Electronic Speed Control lever is located on the right
side of the stee ...
