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Dodge 2015 Journey - User Guide User Manual

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Severe Duty All Models

Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off
road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:

• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign

of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.

• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering

and transmission (4-speed only) and fill as needed.

• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.

Required Maintenance Intervals

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Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:

• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires.

Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil

indicator system turns on.

• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.

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