2012 Dodge Journey Owner Manual - Page 531

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - AWD Models Only Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturer's recommended fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information. Fluid Level Check Visually inspect the unit at each oil change for leakage. If leakage is detected, Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be maintained between the bottom of the fill hole to 1/8 in (4 mm) below the fill hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protection. The following maintenance recommendations will enable Frequency Of Fluid Change you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper resistance built into your vehicle. maintenance intervals. What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. 7