They type of oil You will need to use in Your 2012 Dodge Journey is dependent on which engine You have in Your vehicle. Models equipped with the factory standard 2.4L engine will need to use 5W-20 synthetic blend oil while models equipped with the upgraded 3.6L V6 engine will need to use 5W-30 synthetic blend. The standard engine will have an oil capacity of 4.5 US quarts and the V6 will need 5.9 US quarts. Both of these measurements are when the filter is included. The oil drain plug will have a head size of 16mm and require 20 lbs-ft of torque in order to remove it.
Heather S.
August 29, 2019
The recommended engine oil for the 2012 Dodge Journey is differet based on the trim level. The AVP, SE and SXT 4-cylinder trim levels take a 5W-20 viscosity and oil that meets Chrysler MS-6395. A 0W-20 viscosity can be used as well. The Crew, R/T and SXT 6-cylinder trim levels take a 5W-30 viscosity and oil that meets Chrysler MS-6395.
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