Dodge Journey: Description, Operation, Diagnosis and Testing
DESCRIPTION
The lubrication system is a full-flow filtration, pressure feed type. The oil pump body is mounted to the engine block. The pump inner rotor is driven by the crankshaft. A structural windage tray is used to increase power by minimizing oil windage at high engine RPM. An engine oil cooler is used on some models.
OPERATION
Oil from the oil pan is pumped by a gerotor type oil pump (3) directly coupled to the crankshaft. Oil pressure is controlled by a relief valve mounted inside the oil pump housing.
Fig. 247: Cylinder Block Oil Lubrication System
- - TO RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD
- - TO LEFT CYLINDER HEAD
- - OIL PUMP
- - OIL PICKUP TUBE
- - OIL FILTER
- - TO CRANKSHAFT MAIN JOURNALS
- - MAIN OIL GALLERY
Fig. 248: Cylinder Head Oil Lubrication System - Left Side
- - CAM JOURNALS
- - OIL FEED TO CAMSHAFT (SECONDARY) CHAIN TENSIONER
- - LASH ADJUSTER BORES
- - OIL FEED FROM BLOCK
- - VENT HOLE
- - ACCUMULATOR
Fig. 249: Cylinder Head Oil Lubrication System - Right Side
- - OIL FEED TO CAMSHAFT (SECONDARY) CHAIN TENSIONER
- - OIL FEED TO TIMING CHAIN (PRIMARY) TENSIONER
- - CAM JOURNALS
- - ACCUMULATOR
- - VENT HOLE
- - OIL FEED FROM BLOCK
- - LASH ADJUSTOR BORES
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
CHECKING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
1. Remove the oil pressure switch.
2. Install oil pressure test gauge assembly, Special Tools C-3292A with 8406 adaptor.
3. Start engine and monitor gauge readings.
CAUTION: If oil pressure is 0 at idle, Do Not Run engine at 3000 RPM
4. Oil Pressure (engine at operating temperature): Curb Idle 34.5 kPa (5 psi) minimum 3000 RPM 300-724 kPa (45-105 psi).
5. If oil pressure is 0 at idle. Shut off engine, check for pressure relief valve stuck open or a clogged oil pickup screen.
6. Install oil pressure switch after testing is completed.
Lubrication
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Cooler and lines, oil
Description
Fig. 250: Oil Cooler Fasteners
Some 2.7L engines may be equipped with an engine oil cooler (2) that is
mounted to the rear transmission
mount bracket. Oil lines route oil from the e ...
See also:
Crossmember, rear suspension
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
Fig. 52: Tire And Wheel Mounting
2. On each side of the vehicle, remove the wheel mounting nuts (3), then the
front tire and wheel assembly
(1).
Fi ...
Relay, heater unit
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 320: Standard ISO-Type Relay
Three relays (1) are used for the electric positive temperature coefficient (PTC)
heater system when equipped
with the 2.0L diesel engine. The rela ...
Cylinder compression pressure test
The results of a cylinder compression pressure test can be utilized to
diagnose several engine malfunctions.
Ensure the battery is completely charged and the engine starter motor is in
good opera ...