Dodge Journey: Description, Operation, Specifications
DESCRIPTION
NOTE: All engines use a fixed ignition timing system. Basic ignition timing is not adjustable. All spark advance is determined by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
The ignition system used on these engines is referred to as coil on plug. The system's four main components are the coils, crankshaft position sensor, spark plugs, and camshaft position sensors. The coil on plug ignition system utilizes an ignition coil for every cylinder. The ignition coils are mounted directly over the each spark plug.
OPERATION
The crankshaft position sensor and camshaft position sensor are hall effect devices. The camshaft position sensor and crankshaft position sensor generate square wave pulses that are inputs to the PCM. The PCM determines engine position from these sensors. The PCM calculates injector sequence and ignition timing from crankshaft AND camshaft position.
SPECIFICATIONS
FIRING ORDER
2.4L

Fig. 1: Identifying Firing Order 2.4L
The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
2.7, 3.5L

Fig. 2: Transverse 6 Cyl. Firing Order
The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.
IGNITION RESISTANCE
IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE

SPARK PLUG

TORQUE
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Ignition Control
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See also:
Module, satellite video
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Move the front passenger seat to the most forward position.
Fig. 8: Antenna & Electrical Connectors
3. Disconnect the three ...
Non-monitored circuits
The PCM does not monitor all circuits, systems and conditions that could have
malfunctions causing
driveability problems. However, problems with these systems may cause the PCM to
store diagnosti ...
Diagnosis and Testing, Removal, Installation
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
As a quick diagnosis, the cluster will perform a functional check of the
odometer display, transmission range
display and warning indicators after the ign ...

