2010 Dodge Journey Oil Change: Specs & Service

Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale performs the oil and filter replacement according to the engine’s specified requirements. The visit also creates a service record for the vehicle’s history. Book service in Avondale for a maintenance visit focused on the Journey’s lubrication system.

• Drain and refill the engine oil
• Install a new oil filter
• Reset the oil-life monitor and check underhood fluids

Oil can look usable while its protective properties have declined, so appearance alone is not a reliable service guide. Drivers may first notice an oil-change reminder, dark or low oil on the dipstick, or a ticking or louder engine note at startup. Service is available in Avondale for this SUV’s four- or six-cylinder engine configurations.

• Oil protects against heat and debris
• Appearance does not determine service condition
• Startup noise can be a maintenance warning

These signs indicate that the vehicle should be evaluated rather than relying only on how the oil looks. The oil-change service includes a new filter, an oil-life monitor reset, and an underhood fluid-level check. Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale serves Journey drivers in Avondale at 10101 West Papago Freeway.

• Check the dashboard for an oil reminder
• Inspect the dipstick for low or dark oil
• Pay attention to startup engine noise

Across the model’s four trims, output ranges from 173 to 235 horsepower and torque ranges from 166 to 232 lb-ft. The Journey uses an automatic transmission with four- or six-speed configurations, regular unleaded fuel, and inline or V engine layouts. Oil service should match the specific engine’s manufacturer-specified grade and capacity.

• Four- to six-cylinder engine range
• 2.4- to 3.5-liter engine range
• Automatic four- or six-speed transmissions

Fuel economy varies by trim, engine, and drivetrain, with both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations represented across the model. The Journey uses regular unleaded fuel and has a fuel capacity range of 20.5 to 21.1 gallons. Avondale drivers can schedule routine oil service to keep maintenance current.

• 15–19 city MPG across trims
• 23–25 highway MPG across trims
• 20.5–21.1-gallon fuel capacity range

Towing capability varies by the specific Journey configuration, so owners should match their equipment and load to the applicable trim requirements. The model’s engine range is four to six cylinders, with 173 to 235 horsepower across trims. Towing duty can add operating demands, making timely oil service an important part of routine ownership.

• 1,000–3,500-pound maximum towing range
• 173–235 horsepower range
• Four- to six-cylinder engine range

This SUV also measures 192.4 inches long and 72.2 inches wide, giving it a substantial footprint for daily errands and passenger travel. Overall height ranges from 67 to 69.5 inches across trims, while the wheelbase is 113.8 inches. Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale can help Journey owners keep routine service organized.

• 39.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats
• 192.4-inch overall length
• 113.8-inch wheelbase

Booking the service gets the oil and filter replaced with the grade the engine specifies, the oil-life monitor reset, and underhood fluid levels checked. The completed visit is logged against the vehicle’s history. Use the service scheduler or call 480-207-2126.

• 10101 West Papago Freeway location
• Avondale, AZ 85323
• Schedule service online

The manufacturer’s maintenance schedule interval for this model year is not on file, so no mileage or time interval is stated here. Drivers should respond to an oil-change reminder, mileage past the last service, dark or low dipstick oil, or a ticking or louder engine note at startup. These symptoms are practical reasons to arrange an inspection and oil service. The Journey uses regular unleaded fuel and an automatic transmission, with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive across trims.

Bring your 2010 Dodge Journey to Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale in Avondale for an OEM-spec oil change — schedule service.

Underhood fluid levels are checked as part of the visit, helping identify a low-fluid condition that may need attention. Oil gradually loses its additive package and its ability to carry heat and debris, which is why mileage and time matter more than whether the oil appears dirty. Booking also gets the oil and filter replaced and the visit logged against the vehicle’s history.

For service details, use the service scheduler or review service specials. Call Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale at 480-207-2126.

Avondale driving can include heat, stop-and-go traffic, dust exposure, and towing duty cycles. Those conditions can increase operating demands on engine oil through higher heat, repeated starts, debris exposure, and sustained load. A reminder light, low or dark dipstick oil, or a louder ticking sound at startup is a practical reason to arrange service.

Choose the service scheduler to book an appointment, or call 480-207-2126 for assistance with your visit to the Avondale service department.