2015 Dodge Journey Oil Type & Capacity
The 2015 Dodge Journey oil type depends on the engine: the 2.4L takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 2.4L takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 2.4L takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the AVP takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts with filter); the Limited, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Limited, FWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the R/T, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the R/T, FWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.4L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 2.4L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 2.4L: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- AVP: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Limited, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, FWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- R/T, FWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 4.50 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| 2.4L — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 4.50 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| 2.4L — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 4.50 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| AVP — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 4.50 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| Limited, AWD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| Limited, FWD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| R/T, AWD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
| R/T, FWD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available |
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More specs & repair guides for your Journey
2015 Dodge Journey factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.7 quarts (10.12 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. System fill capacity includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2015 Dodge Journey take?
It depends on the engine: 2.4L uses 5W-20; 2.4L uses 5W-20; 2.4L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-20; AVP uses 5W-20; Limited, AWD uses 5W-20; Limited, FWD uses 5W-20; R/T, AWD uses 5W-20; R/T, FWD uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2015 Dodge Journey take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.4L holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 2.4L holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 2.4L holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; AVP holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Limited, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Limited, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; R/T, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; R/T, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2015 Dodge Journey?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2015 Dodge Journey. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.