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:
Switch, evaporative emissions system monitor
Operation
Fig. 29: Evaporative Emissions System Monitor Switch
- Intake Manifold
- Throttle Body
- Purge Solenoid
- Filter
- ESIM
- Vapor Canister
- Control Valve
- Fuel Tank
- ...
Diagnosis and testing
COMMON PROBLEM CAUSES
The majority of transaxle malfunctions are a result of:
Insufficient lubrication
Incorrect lubricant
Misassembled or damaged internal components
Improper operation
...
Actuator, recirculation door
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 15: Blend Door Actuators
The recirculation door actuator (1) is a reversible, 12 volt direct current
(DC) servo motor, which is connected
directly to the pivot shaft lever of t ...
