Segment:
Mid-size Crossover SUV
Target Audience:
Families, individuals seeking versatile utility and comfort
Key Competitors:
Toyota Highlander, Honda CR-V, Ford Edge, Nissan Murano, Chevrolet Equinox
Seating Capacity:
Available 5-passenger or 7-passenger configurations
Versatility:
Flexible cargo space, available Stow 'n Go seating (on some trims)
Powertrain Options:
Choice between a four-cylinder and a V6 engine
Primary Coverage:
Maintenance, Owner's Information, Basic Troubleshooting
Secondary Coverage:
Vehicle Operation, Features, Safety Systems
Estimated Page Count:
Approximately 350-450 pages (typical for combined owner/maintenance guides)
Type:
Owner's Manual with integrated Maintenance Information
Powertrain:
Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain operation and basic care
Chassis:
Brakes, Steering, Suspension basic information
Electrical:
Lighting, Instruments, Gauges, Basic Electrical Features
Body And Interior:
Seats, Climate Control, Doors, Locks, Windows, Audio System
Safety Systems:
Airbags, Seatbelts, ABS, Traction Control (overview)
Basic Maintenance:
Fluid checks and top-offs, Tire pressure checks, Wiper blade replacement
Owner Maintenance:
Lamp replacement, Fuse replacement, Battery maintenance basics
Troubleshooting:
Warning lights interpretation, Basic fault diagnosis guides
Depth:
Owner-level maintenance and operational guidance, not a full service or repair manual
Engine Name 1:
2.4L 4-Cylinder (World Engine)
Displacement 1:
2360 cc (144 cu in)
Horsepower 1:
173 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque 1:
166 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Fuel Type 1:
Unleaded Gasoline
Engine Code 1:
ED3 (for 2009)
Engine Name 2:
3.5L V6 (High Output Pentastar)
Displacement 2:
3518 cc (215 cu in)
Horsepower 2:
235 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque 2:
232 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Fuel Type 2:
Unleaded Gasoline
Engine Code 2:
EGV (for 2009, typically paired with 6-speed auto)
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection (MPI)
Recommended Fuel Octane:
87 Octane (Regular Unleaded)
Transmission Type 1:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Drive Wheels 1:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Transmission Type 2:
6-speed Automatic Transmission
Drive Wheels 2:
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) - Typically with V6 engine
Transmission Fluid Spec FWD:
Chrysler/Dodge spec ATF+4 (MS-9602) or equivalent for CVT
Transmission Fluid Spec AWD:
Chrysler/Dodge spec ATF+4 (MS-9602) or equivalent for 6-speed automatic
Length:
188.8 inches (4796 mm)
Width:
72.5 inches (1842 mm)
Height:
66.1 inches (1679 mm)
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches (2807 mm)
Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row:
N/A (if 5-seater) or 12.6 cu ft (if 7-seater)
Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row:
39.6 cu ft (5-seater) or 35.4 cu ft (7-seater)
Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row:
68.7 cu ft (5-seater) or 64.4 cu ft (7-seater)
Curb Weight Min:
3,743 lbs (1700 kg) (FWD 4-cyl)
Curb Weight Max:
4,213 lbs (1911 kg) (AWD V6)
Towing Capacity:
Up to 2,000 lbs (855 kg) with trailer tow package (V6)
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
★★★★☆ (4/5 stars)
NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
★★★★☆ (4/5 stars)
NHTSA Side Impact Front Seat:
★★★★★ (5/5 stars)
NHTSA Side Impact Rear Seat:
★★★★★ (5/5 stars)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Electronic Stability:
Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Airbags:
Front, Front-side, and Side-curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
3-point front and rear seatbelts with pretensioners
Child Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system, optional SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Display:
Standard digital display for audio and vehicle settings, optional touch screen available on higher trims.
Connectivity:
Auxiliary audio input jack
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control
Rear Parking Assist:
Optional rear parking assist system
Bluetooth:
Optional Uconnect Bluetooth hands-free communication system
Oil Change Interval:
Every 6 months or 7,500 miles (12,000 km), whichever comes first (with synthetic oil)
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or as needed
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or annually
Spark Plug Replacement 4Cyl:
Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) (if equipped with platinum or iridium plugs)
Spark Plug Replacement V6:
Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) (if equipped with platinum or iridium plugs)
Engine Oil Spec:
SAE 5W-20, API certified, meeting Chrysler material standard MS-6395
Coolant Spec:
Mopar OAT (Organic Additive Technology) Antifreeze/Engine Coolant, or equivalent HOAT
Brake Fluid Spec:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Power Steering Fluid Spec:
Chrysler Power Steering Fluid (MS-5901) or equivalent
Cvt Issues:
Some owners reported issues with the CVT transmission, including hesitation or rough shifting. Regular fluid changes are crucial.
Interior Rattles:
Common for vehicles of this era, interior trim panels may develop rattles.
Suspension Wear:
Front suspension components (struts, ball joints) can experience wear over time.
Safety Award IIHS:
The 2009 Dodge Journey received an 'Acceptable' rating in the IIHS's frontal offset crash test in its initial testing, but later model years and revised testing protocols might show 'Good' ratings. (Confirm specific test for 2009 model year in manual for precise detail).
Fuel Economy City 4Cyl FWD:
Approximately 19 MPG
Fuel Economy Highway 4Cyl FWD:
Approximately 25 MPG
Fuel Economy City V6 AWD:
Approximately 16 MPG
Fuel Economy Highway V6 AWD:
Approximately 22 MPG
