The entry-level vehicle into the Dodge brand's CUV lineup, your new Ellwood City Dodge Journey is a capable crossover that can do quite a bit in a relatively small package. Powered by a buyer's choice of either the 2.4-liter Tigershark Multi-Air four-cylinder or a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engines and six-speed automatic transmission, it's a case of the little crossover that can. Your Dodge Journey's Owner's Manual details service and care tips on how to get the most from your new Ellwood City Dodge Journey, and who knows--You might actually learn how to save on service costs.

Comfortable on the highway as it is on city streets, your new Dodge Journey will provide years of trouble-free service.  By consulting with your Ellwood City service mechanic, you will have a vehicle that is ready to go at a moment's notice. Just follow their recommendations and keep giving it the good stuff as outlined by your Dodge Journey's Owner's Manual and your Ellwood City service advisor.




Oil and Filters: Oil is the closest thing to blood that your car has and relies on, in both the Tigershark and Pentastar engines. Both are great candidates for using either "conventional" or high-performance synthetic that can stand up to thermal breakdown that occurs from extremely high heat. Like all Dodges, the Dodge Journey is equipped with an Oil Change Indicator System to alert you, based on time and distance, when it is appropriate to change the Journey's oil. If the system figures out that you drive your Dodge Journey harder than most other owners, it may suggest an oil change in as little as 4,000 miles. Your Dodge Journey Owner's Manual and your Ellwood City mechanic may be able to offer service tips that will help to minimize your service costs. Can't find them? Just Google "Mechanics Near Me."




Air Filters: No heavy breathing here. Fuel filters, Oil Filters and Air Filters are all designed to keep your Ellwood City Dodge Journey CUV breathing freely with total efficiency. MOPAR-approved filters are made to sift out dust, dirt and debris before it has a chance to enter into your Dodge Journey's system.  The Air Filter, for instance, should be replaced every 30,000 miles, or more frequently, if you use your Journey for heavy off-roading in dusty, desert-like conditions. Naturally, your oil filter should be replaced with every oil change, and your fuel filter should also get changed at the 30,000 mile mark. Your Ellwood City Dodge Parts department can supply you with the proper filter and the best service costs for many more miles of trouble-free driving.




Transmission Fluid change: In addition to the engine, your Dodge Journey drivetrain runs includes a sealed transmission unit which will provide years of reliability that keeps you going for miles and miles. As a result of its sealed nature, there is very little service to perform on its automatic transmission. Other than checking its levels, it's a set-it-and-forget-it proposition. There are exceptions to the rule, of course, especially if you are a high-mileage driver or have managed to contaminate the fluid with water, in which case we suggest you contact your Ellwood City Dodge Mechanic for a service appointment right away. The Dodge Journey Owner's Manual features a service schedule that suggests bringing in your vehicle for a transmission fluid service to change the fluid and filter after 120,000 miles.



Brake Rotors and Brake Pads: Brake Rotors and Pads are there to make sure your Ellwood City Dodge Journey does not go further than you want it to. Designed to stop on demand and with safety in mind, they are limited-life parts that eventually will wear out and need replacement, even with normal usage. Depending on how aggressive your driving style may be, you may be in for new pads sooner, or you may be back later. Simply put, the less aggressive you are on the brakes, the longer they last. Conversely, coming in hard while applying heavy brake pressure will cause the pads to wear faster, while a more gentle touch will have them going for a much longer stretch. Your mileage WILL most definitely vary.  Ask your Ellwood City Dodge mechanic to perform a brake inspection every time you are in for an oil change. That way your Dodge Journey will be as safe and reliable as it was when it first rolled off the assembly line.



Wipe on, Wipe off: (Sorry, Mr. Miyagi) We go nuts over dirty windshields! When new, wiper blades sweep water and snow off in one fell swoop, quickly and efficiently. But every now and then, they become brittle, hard and dried out, causing them to leave blotches all over the place. High heat, humidity, exposure to UV rays, and conversely the effect of extreme cold, all do their part to cut down on the life of a typical wiper blade. Our Ellwood City CDJR Parts Department stocks MOPAR-approved wipers and wiper fluid for a sparkling view of the road to come. A Napleton Pro Tip: If they are leaving spots, smears and streaks on the windshield, it's time to replace them. We recommend changing them once every six months.

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Other wet stuffs: Your Ellwood City Dodge Journey doesn't just run on gas and oil alone! With other fluids flowing around, we have to be mindful that they all have a job to do, providing you with years of uninterrupted service and reliability. Transmission fluid, Power steering fluid, Brake fluid, Coolant, Motor oil and even Wiper fluid, all play a vital role in the operation of your car. You can find out more about them inside the pages of your Dodge Journey Owner's Manual. Does the manual cause more questions than it answers? Stop by the Ellwood City Dodge Chrysler Ram and Jeep service center to say hello to our Dodge mechanics. They can give you a full explanation. Please call for an appointment, today.



Batteries and Spark Plugs: The spark plugs on your Ellwood City Dodge Journey really never need to be checked but should that need arise, your Dodge Parts department and our expert service mechanics will be able to inspect, repair and have you on your way as soon as possible. The batteries inside your Dodge Journey should last about three years but their longevity can be affected by heat, humidity and in other cases, extreme cold. The heat cuts the life of the battery, while the cold can just make it more sluggish and in the process, less effective. Carry a set of jumper cables, just in case, and check your Journey's owner's manual for more extensive details.



Wheel Alignment: Does your Ellwood City Dodge Journey seemingly have a mind of its own that causes it to pull left or right without even making a move to do so? That's an indication that your Journey may be out of alignment. In addition to the exhaustion of the long drive fighting the steering wheel, there is the chance that you are wearing your tires down prematurely.  Just as people need certain adjustments, consider an alignment of your Dodge Journey like a bi-monthly visit to a chiropractor for your CUV. Making sure to follow the repair and service schedule for your Dodge Journey, in order to stay up on the latest car care with your mechanic. With proper inflation and alignment, your Dodge Journey will steer straight ahead while giving you the longest possible life from your tires. A Napleton Pro Tip: Always rotate and balance your tires before any all-wheel-alignment in an effort to maintain even tire wear all the way around.



Rotate Those Tires: Rotation is one of the other ways to make sure that the tires on your Ellwood City Dodge Journey get even wear at all four corners of the vehicle. Unusual wear up front is a suggestion they should be rotated right away. So you won't forget, ask the Ellwood City CDJR service advisor to schedule a rotation service at the same time you are scheduling an oil change. A Napleton Pro Tip: For longest life, tires should always be rotated at the same time as every oil change, and always before they are aligned.

Finally: Want some good bedtime reading, guaranteed to stimulate?? (We were asked to say that!) May we suggest the Ellwood City Dodge Journey Owner's Manual? Chock full of tips and hints as well as service schedules that will keep your Journey on its, er, journey. Reading like it belongs on a best-sellers list, it's time well spent in getting to know your new vehicle. Additionally, the service and parts department and advisors at Ellwood City Dodge, Jeep Cherokee, Chrysler and Ram are eager to offer you professional service that will keep your Dodge Journey running and feeling ready for its next adventure. Call for more information today.

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