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:
Solenoid, pressure control
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 415: Identifying Variable Line Pressure Components
- PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID
- LINE PRESSURE SENSOR
- SHOULDER SCREW
- VARIABLE LINE PRESSURE HEADER
- MANUAL SHAFT
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Manifold, intake
Diagnosis and Testing
INTAKE MANIFOLD LEAKS
An intake manifold air leak is characterized by lower than normal manifold
vacuum. Also, one or more
cylinders may not be functioning.
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Switch, horn
REMOVAL
WARNING: On vehicles equipped with an airbag, refer to Restraint
SERVICE
INFORMATION article for warnings and cautions before servicing the horn
switch.
Fig. 3: Remov ...

