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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2011JOURNEY R/T, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 1 (2.4L ENGINE (SERVICE INFORMATION))INSTALLATIONENGINE ASSEMBLY
2011 Dodge and Ram Journey R/T, AWD

Engine Assembly

2011 Dodge and Ram Journey R/T, AWDSECTION Engine Assembly
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Fig 1: Lift Chain
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  1. Connect engine lift chain (1) to engine.
  2. Slowly lower engine assembly in to position.
    Fig 2: Power Steering Hose Hold Down, Right Engine Mount Bracket & Fasteners
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  3. Position right mount bracket (1) and install bolts (4).
  4. Install retaining nuts (2) and tighten nuts (2) to 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.).
  5. Tighten bolts (4) to 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 3: A/C Compressor & Bracket
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  6. Install A/C compressor mounting bracket (2).
  7. Install A/C compressor (1) and connect lines.
  8. Install exhaust manifold and upper lower heat shields. Refer to ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/EXHAUST MANIFOLD - INSTALLATION .
  9. Install oxygen sensor and connect electrical connector.
    Fig 4: Ground Strap
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  10. Install Ground strap (1) near right strut tower.
  11. Raise vehicle.
    Fig 5: Crankshaft Position Sensor & Bolt
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  12. Install crankshaft position sensor (CKP) (2).
  13. Connect CKP electrical connector (2).
    Fig 6: Exhaust Manifold Bolts, Heat Shield & Oxygen Sensor Connector
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  14. Install manifold to exhaust pipe bolts (1) and tighten bolts.
  15. Install generator.
    Fig 7: Removing/Installing Modular Clutch-To-Drive Plate Bolts
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  16. Install lower bell housing bolts (2) and tighten.
  17. Align torque converter and flex plate mark. Install torque converter bolts (1) and tighten.
    Fig 8: Inspection Cover
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  18. Install inspection cover (1).
    Fig 9: Oil Filter
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  19. Install new oil filter (1).
  20. Lower vehicle.
  21. Install upper idler pulley.
  22. Install power steering pump.
    Fig 10: Power Steering Line Support
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  23. Install power steering line support bracket (1).
  24. Install power steering pump.
  25. Install accessory drive belt.
  26. Connect electrical connectors at block ground, starter, A/C compressor, knock sensor, oil pressure sensor, generator, coolant temperature sensor at block, and block heater.
    Fig 11: Intake Bolt Removal/Tightening Sequence
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  27. Install intake manifold and tighten bolts to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.) as shown in illustration.
    Fig 12: Throttle Body Support Bracket & Wiring Harness Retainer
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  28. Install throttle body support bracket (1).
  29. Connect manifold flow control valve and electronic throttle control electrical connectors.
  30. Insert wiring harness retainer into intake manifold (2).
  31. Install engine oil dip stick.
    Fig 13: Coil Connectors, Air Hose, Fuel Line, Injectors & PCV Hose
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  32. Install PCV hose (5).
  33. Install vacuum lines at throttle body and intake manifold.
  34. Install intake air tube on throttle body.
  35. Connect engine harness electrical connectors.
    Fig 14: Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector, Capacitor Connector & Coolant Adapter
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  36. Install coolant hoses at coolant adapter (3).
    Fig 15: Coolant Reservoir, Power Steering Reservoir & Windshield Washer Bottle
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  37. Install coolant reservoir (1) and connect hose.
    Fig 16: Coil Connectors, Air Hose, Fuel Line, Injectors & PCV Hose
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  38. Connect fuel line to fuel rail (3).
    Fig 17: Battery Cables
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  39. Connect negative battery cable (1).
    Fig 18: Air Cleaner Housing Assembly
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  40. Install air cleaner housing (1) and connect inlet air hose. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION .
  41. Fill with coolant.
  42. Fill with oil.
    CAUTION:

    Do NOT run the engine with a vacuum pump in operation or with a vacuum present within the A/C system. Failure to follow this caution will result in serious A/C compressor damage.

  43. Evacuate the refrigerant system. Refer to REFRIGERANT SYSTEM EVACUATE .
  44. Charge the refrigerant system. Refer to REFRIGERANT SYSTEM CHARGE .
    Fig 19: Engine Cover - 2.4L
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  45. Start engine and check for leaks.
  46. Install engine cover (1).
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