Dodge Journey: Connector, data link
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 1: Data Link Connector
The Data Link Connector (DLC) (2) is a 16-way molded plastic connector insulator on a dedicated take out of the instrument panel wire harness. This connector is located at the lower edge of the instrument panel, outboard of the steering column. The connector insulator is retained by integral snap features within a rectangular cutout in the lower instrument panel reinforcement, just forward of the instrument panel steering column opening cover (1).
OPERATION
The Data Link Connector (DLC) is an industry-standard 16-way connector that permits the connection of a diagnostic scan tool to the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus for interfacing with, configuring and retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) data from the electronic modules that reside on the data bus network of the vehicle.
Communication
DESCRIPTION
The primary on-board communication network between microprocessor-based
electronic control modules in
this vehicle is the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus system. A data bus
ne ...
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and
vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on
the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare can be reduc ...
Operation
The instrument cluster contains the necessary hardware and software to serve
as the vehicle's electronic body
control module and is commonly referred to as the Cab Compartment Node (CCN).
The fol ...
Removal, Installation
REMOVAL
WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this
system before
performing the following operation. Failure to follow the warnings and
cautions may result in po ...