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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Journey AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Dodge Journey cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2010 Dodge Journey SE 2.4 L4 GAS

Front

Halfshaft inner and outer boots are not serviceable separately. Boot replacement requires entire shaft assembly replacement.

Lefthand halfshaft is shorter than right. Identify and tag halfshafts upon removal to ensure proper installation.

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove cotter pin, nut lock, spring washer, and hub nut from end of outer C/V joint stub axle.
  • Disconnect front wheel speed sensor and secure harness aside.
  • Remove nut and bolt retaining ball joint stud into steering knuckle.
  • Separate ball joint stud from steering knuckle by prying...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Journey AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Dodge Journey cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Low Pressure -> Poor Connections -> System Fault -> TPMS Diagnosis
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Journey R/T 3.5 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification

Refer to Fig. for diagnostic trouble code identification.

Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.

TPMS Diagnosis

Low Pressure

While driving the vehicle, tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi. This is a normal pressure build up, do not reduce this normal pressure build up. Tire pressure will also...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Journey AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge Journey cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Journey R/T 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Unsnap plastic insulator cap from B+ output terminal.
  • Remove B+ terminal mounting nut at rear of alternator. Disconnect terminal from alternator.
  • Disconnect field wire connector at rear of alternator by pushing on connector tab.
  • Remove short mounting bol...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Journey AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge Journey cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Chrysler LLC -> 2009 Journey
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Journey SXT 3.5 V6 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12,000 miles.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Push inward on the sides of the glove compartment bin, then lower the door.
  • Pivot the glove compartment downward and detach the hooks from the instrument panel.
  • Remove the glove compartment.
  • Release the two tabs retaining the cabin air filter cover to the A/C-heater housing, then remove the cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the cabin air filter element from the A/C-heater housing, Fig. .
  • Install the cabin air filter element into the A/C-heater housing. If the filter is equipped with air flow directio...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Journey AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge Journey cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Check Engine Lamp -> Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep & Plymouth Except Ram 50
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Journey SXT 3.5 V6 GAS

On models less OBD II, the Check Engine lamp should light for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition has been turned On as a bulb inspection. If improper or no signals are received by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) from various sensors and monitored systems or if the PCM enters its Limp-In mode, the PCM will light the Check Engine lamp. On Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth models, After diagnosing and servicing the vehicle, the PCM memory will be cleared after approximately 40 to 100 ignition key On-Off cycles or by using a suitable scan tool. ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Journey AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge Journey cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Dodge Journey R/T 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect negative battery cable.
  • Remove engine cover.
  • Remove air box assembly.
  • Recover A/C system.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove grille assembly.
  • Remove under belly pan.
  • Remove front bottom splash shield.
  • Remove upper and lower radiator hoses at radiator.
  • Disconnect radiator fan electrical connector.
  • Separate radiator cooling fans from radiator.
  • Disconnect A/C line at condenser/cooler.
  • Remove transmission oil cooler tubes support bracket at left side of radiator. Plastic tanks, while stronge...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Journey AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge Journey cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Dodge Journey SXT 3.5 V6 GAS

Do not let tensioner arm snap back to freearm position, severe damage may occur to tensioner. Belt tension is not adjustable. Belt adjustment is maintained by an automatic belt tensioner.

  • Disconnect batter...

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Dodge Journey AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most Dodge Journey cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: RECALL- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Journey SE 2.4 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: COWL PANEL SCREEN GAPPING FROM WINDSHIELD
    Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Journey SXT 3.5 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Dodge Journey AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Dodge Journey cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Dodge Journey cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Dodge Journey cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Dodge Journey cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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