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What Causes Malfunction Indicator Light To Come On In A Dodge Journey

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Owner Manual - Page 96

Check Turn Signal and High Beam Indicator Lights on the instrument panel. Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or... fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be properly installed, if not equipped from the factory. Objects can cause interference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of exterior lights while you work the controls. ...
Owner Manual - Page 208

... will appear in the EVIC The interior lights come on when a door is opened. (if equipped) and a continuous chime will sound if the To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn on the high beams headlights until the lever is turn signal on. If an indicator fails to low beam. Flash-To-Pass...
Owner Manual - Page 216

... Speed Control system on the the same time. WARNING! 1 - CANCEL 2 - The Cruise Indicator Light will illuminate. System can be turned off when not in the instrument cluster will turn the system...the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set the system or cause it . NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Electronic Speed Control System ...
Owner Manual - Page 276

... a loose or missing gas cap, as possible. Refer to ON/RUN. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is first poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after turned to "Occupant Restraints" not require towing. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS in range. does not come on the the ON/RUN position, before engine start . In driving...
Owner Manual - Page 277

.... 4. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ Malfunction Indicator Light - This is active. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as possible to the engine control system. If Equipped If the "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light" comes on after several ignition cycles, and the...
Owner Manual - Page 280

... pressure sensor damage. Always check the 11. malfunction indicator to function properly. When the equipment tires and wheels. placement equipment that prevent the TPMS from a can cause tem may result when using requent vehicle start-ups as long as a bulb check. Seat Belt Reminder Light TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more When the...
Owner Manual - Page 366

...) ...403 ▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ...403 ▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ...404 ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...405 ▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC Off Indicator Light ...406 ▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...407 Ⅵ Tire Safety Information ...408 ▫ Tire Markings ...408 364 STARTING AND OPERATING Ⅵ AutoStick௡...
Owner Manual - Page 407

... driving situations. ESC should be turned to "Partial Off" for specific reasons as noted. mode, momentarily press the "ESC OFF" button and the "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light" will be reduced to the actual path of over -steering and under-steering the vehicle by applying the brake of the vehicle under -steer. ESC...
Owner Manual - Page 408

... the vehicle's traction when driving speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authowith snow chains, or when starting off . If the "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light" comes on when the ignition switch is in deep snow, rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem sand, or gravel, it may be...
Owner Manual - Page 409

...The "ESC OFF Indicator Light" indicates the Malfunction Indicator Light" begins to the prevailing road conditions. TSC activates automatically once and the "ESC OFF Indicator Light" come on the accelerator ...active. when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver The "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light" also that caused the ESC activation. Trailer Sway Control (TSC) NOTE: TSC uses ...
Owner Manual - Page 442

... excellent performance and durability of these symptoms: • operate in starting and driveability problems, damage critical fuel system components, cause emissions to exceed the applicable standard, and/or cause the "Malfunction Indicator Light" to illuminate. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with higher ethanol content may result in a lean mode...
Owner Manual - Page 450

..., lay the cap tether in serious injury or death. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. • Failure to follow this warning may cause the "Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)" to turn CAUTION! • Damage to the vehicle when the engine is running. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into the...
Owner Manual - Page 501

... with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. It could cause further damage to turn on could also affect fuel economy and drivability. If the problem persists, the message will soon occur. Immediate service is equipped with the MIL on the "Malfunction Indicator Light" (MIL). If this occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap until...
Owner Manual - Page 502

...could prevent vehicle registration. 2. this check verifies the "Malfunction 3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON Indicator Light (MIL)" is functioning and is not position, you ...must EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE do not an inspection of your vehicle's OBD II system is ready, you will see the MIL symbol come...
Owner Manual - Page 582

..., Tire ...427 Oil (Engine) ...497,505 Changing A Flat Tire ...471 Power Steering ...395 Chart, Tire Sizing ...410 Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...521 Check Engine Light Car Washes ...530 (Malfunction Indicator Light) ...274,500 Carbon Monoxide Warning ...91,443 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...90 Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ...258,449 Checks, Safety ...90 Cargo Area Cover...
Owner Manual - Page 591

...589 Intensity Control ...207 Interior ...206 License ...546 Lights On Reminder ...204 Low Fuel ...288 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...274 Map Reading ...208 Parade... Seat Belt Reminder ...278 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...281 Service ...541,542 Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) ...274 Side Marker ...542 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...281 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ...277...
Owner Manual - Page 592

... ...507 Exterior Folding ...104 Maintenance Procedures ...502 Heated ...104 Maintenance Schedule ...552 Outside ...102 Maintenance, General ...502 Rearview ...101 Maintenance, Sunroof ...242 Vanity ...105 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 274,500 Mode Manual Transaxle Fuel Saver ...292 Fluid Level Check ...528,529 Frequency of Fluid Change ...528,529 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...
User Guide - Page 8

... - Brake Warning Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)** - Charging System Light** - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light** (See page...
User Guide - Page 71

...12° F (7° C) of an overheated engine condition. • If the light turns on , turn the engine off . Have the vehicle serviced immediately. Example: If ...low tire pressure telltale. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with a TPMS malfunction indicator to ensure that you do not operate the vehicle...cause sensor damage. A hot engine cooling system is not operating properly.
User Guide - Page 72

... typical driving cycles. Brake Warning Light • The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the parking brake is on . • We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Malfunction Indicator Light • If the ESC indicator light comes on continuously with the charging...

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