Dodge Journey: Cleaning, inspection
CLEANING
To ensure engine gasket sealing, proper surface preparation must be performed, especially with the use of aluminum engine components and multi-layer steel cylinder head gaskets.
NOTE: Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gaskets require a scratch free sealing surface.
Remove all gasket material from cylinder head and block. Be careful not to gouge or scratch the aluminum head sealing surface.
Clean all engine oil passages.
INSPECTION
Fig. 100: Checking Cylinder Head Flatness-Typical
1. Before cleaning, check for leaks, damage and cracks.
2. Clean cylinder head and oil passages.
3. Check cylinder head for flatness.
4. Cylinder head must be flat within:
CAUTION: 0.20 mm (0.008 in.) MAX is a combined total dimension of the stock removal limit from cylinder head and block top surface (Deck) together.
- Standard dimension = less than 0.05 mm (0.002 inch.)
- Service Limit = 0.2 mm (0.008 inch.)
- Grinding Limit = Maximum of 0.2 mm (0.008 inch.) is permitted.
Removal
Fig. 93: Accessory Drive Belt System - 2.7L
- GENERATOR
- IDLER/TENSIONER
1. Perform fuel pressure release procedure before attempting any repairs.
2. Disconnect negative cable from rem ...
Installation
Fig. 101: Check For Stretched Bolts
- STRETCHED BOLT
- THREADS ARE NOT STRAIGHT ON LINE
- THREADS ARE STRAIGHT ON LINE
- UNSTRETCHED BOLT
NOTE: The cylinder head bolts (4) are tighte ...
See also:
Sensor, mass air flow (MAF)
Removal
Fig. 10: MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR
1. Disconnect air flow sensor electrical connector (4).
2. Remove constant tension clamps (1), (2) securing the air flow sensor (3).
3. Remove air flow ...
Reinforcement, bumper, rear
REMOVAL
Fig. 25: Rear Bumper Reinforcement
1. Remove rear fascia. See Removal .
2. Support bumper reinforcement (1) on a suitable lifting device.
3. Mark position of bolts (2) on frame rail ...
Removal, Installation
REMOVAL
WARNING: To protect the hands from battery acid, a suitable pair
of heavy duty
rubber gloves should be worn when removing or servicing a battery.
Safety glasses also should ...