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
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Removal
Two unique brake lamp switches are used in this vehicle, depending upon
whether the vehicle was built during
early or late production. These switches are not interchangeable. Both switches
are il ...
Removal
WARNING: Review safety precautions and warnings in this part
before performing
this procedure. Failure to
follow the warnings and cautions could result in possible serious or
fata ...
Indicators
Indicators are located in various positions within the CCN and are all
connected to the CCN electronic circuit
board. All indicators, except the inverter indicator (if equipped), are
controlled b ...

