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

Cooling
Fig. 8: BELT TENSION GAUGE ADAPTER - 8371

Cooling
Fig. 9: HOSE CLAMP PLIERS 8495

Cooling
Fig. 10: HOSE CLAMP PLIERS 6094

Cooling
Fig. 11: FILLING AID FUNNEL 8195

Cooling
Fig. 12: COOLING SYSTEM TESTER 7700

Cooling
Fig. 13: COOLANT REFRACTOMETER 8286

Cooling
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 ...

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    ADDING FUEL
    Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap has been designed for us ...

    Description, Operation
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    Duct, defroster
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