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:
Removal
1. Remove the engine appearance cover.
Fig. 82: Cowl Top Screen
2. Remove the two push-pins (1) securing the cowl top screen at the ends.
Remove the remaining push-pins
(2). Remove the cowl top ...
Diagnosis and Testing
LOWER BALL JOINT
1. Raise the vehicle allowing the front suspension to hang.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Using Dial Indicator C-3339A, or equivalent, attach the dial indicator mou ...
Unit, heater
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 323: Positive Temperature Coefficient Heater - Description
NOTE: LHD model shown. RHD model similar.
An electric positive temperature coefficient (PTC) heater unit (1) is us ...