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:
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular ...
Description, Operation
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 238: Evaporator Description
NOTE: LHD model shown. RHD model similar.
The A/C evaporator (1) for the heating-A/C system is mounted in the HVAC
housing, which is located be ...
STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING:
Nev ...
