2009 Dodge Journey Maintenance Schedule

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2009 Dodge Journey Maintenance Schedule

What is the manufacturer recommended maintenance schedule for a 2009 Dodge Journey? Find maintenance info for your vehicle.

2009 Dodge Journey Maintenance Schedule

What is the recommended maintenance schedule for the 2009 Dodge Journey?

Here’s Why 2009 Dodge Journey Scheduled Maintenance Matters

You want your Dodge Journey to last as long as possible. With proactive maintenance, your Journey has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. But how do you know what service to get and when? There's no need to guess when it's time to get Journey maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 2009 Dodge Journey!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Dodge themselves. Depending on driving conditions and climate in your area (as well as other contributing factors, like your personal travel habits), your car’s scheduled maintenance needs may vary; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacement, filter changes, and fluid checks and exchanges. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your Journey running for longer, keep you safer on the road, and maybe even save you the headache of dealing with common 2009 Dodge Journey problems in the future.

Learn About Vital Maintenance Needs for Your Dodge Journey

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 2009 Dodge Journey for factory-recommended routine maintenance and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. A Courtesy Check helps "set the stage" for your service and catch any small problems before they turn into big repairs. Every Courtesy Check will include a visual inspection of your Journey. We’ll check your head and tail lights, fluid levels, filters, tires (and their alignment!), and windshield wiper blades. We’ll also perform a free battery check to determine your battery’s charge level.

Maybe it's time to find a new auto battery for your 2009 Dodge Journey. If your current battery is more than three years old, it may be time for a replacement (batteries typically last somewhere between three and five years). There’s a chance you’ll need a replacement sooner, but it depends on the climate in your area as well as your driving habits. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Dodge Journey battery. While you could wait until your battery fails and you hear the dreaded "click," you're better off replacing it before then! Otherwise, you may find yourself (and your trusty Journey) stuck in the middle of nowhere. Your Dodge Journey won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

In addition to maintaining a strong battery, investing in regular oil changes can prevent premature wear on your 2009 Dodge Journey engine. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 2009 Journey. Don’t forget, though, that weather conditions in your area or your personal driving habits can affect this interval. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. We'll also help you understand what type of oil to use for your 2009 Dodge Journey.

Periodic service to the steering system in your Dodge Journey can not only ensure a smooth ride; it can also help you maintain control of your car in compromised road conditions. Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. Trust our technicians to inspect system components and if needed, provide Dodge Journey steering and suspension services including wheel alignment, strut replacement, power steering fluid changes, ball joint lubrication, and wheel bearing replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your Dodge Journey's steering and suspension system.

Without routine Dodge Journey maintenance, you (and your engine) could quickly lose your cool when there's a problem on the road–especially if that problem is an overheated engine or broken A/C. Don’t sweat it, though! Our technicians can take care of those issues, too. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we have what it takes to provide top-notch service for your Dodge Journey engine heating and cooling systems, as well as your air conditioning. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Dodge Journey? We’ve got your back. A/C smelling musty? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 2009 Dodge Journey maintenance.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.

2009 Dodge Journey Maintenance Questions

Take an active role in maintaining your 2009 Dodge Journey. Get answers to common Dodge Journey maintenance questions and learn more about caring for your vehicle.

  • What should I do after hitting a pothole in my Dodge Journey? Check your car for pothole damage! If you’ve recently hit a pothole (or even if you don’t remember hitting one… they can be sneaky!) check your tire treads, tire sidewalls, and wheels for damage. Potholes can also knock your car out of alignment, so have your alignment checked if you suspect you’ve driven over a rough patch of road lately.
  • When should I switch my Dodge Journey to high mileage oil? If your Dodge Journey has ticked past 75,000 miles, consider switching to high mileage oil at your next oil change to give your engine what it needs to go another 75,000 (or more!). High mileage oil: make it a high priority!
  •  Why are my Dodge dashboard lights on? Don't ignore dashboard warning lights! Bring your Dodge Journey in for a diagnostic code scan as soon as a dashboard warning light flashes on, whether it's your check engine or battery light. Dashboard lights alert you to trouble under the hood.