Dodge Journey: ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.

Drive moderately during the first 300 mi (500 km). After the initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.

Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided.

The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy-conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.

NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED.

A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.

    OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
    Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions. • Advanced Front Airbags for driver and fr ...

    SAFETY TIPS
    Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. WARNING: • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause seriou ...

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    Control, A/C and heater, rear
    DESCRIPTION The A/C-heater controls allows the driver and front seat passenger and the intermediate seat passengers the ability to regulate air temperature as well as fan speed for the rear heat ...

    Assembly
    NOTE: Cleanliness through entire disassembly and assembly of the valve body cannot be overemphasized. When disassembling, each part should be washed in a suitable solvent, then dried by comp ...

    With intermediate shaft
    NOTE: Never grasp the halfshaft assembly by the inner or outer boots. This can cause damage to the boot, which will allow contaminants to enter the C/V joint. NOTE: The inner tripod joints ...


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