2009 Dodge Journey SE
2009 ENGINE 2.4L Gas - Service Information - Journey
Fig. 189: MAIN BOLT IDENTIFICATION
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Step 1: Rotate crankshaft until number 4 piston is at TDC.
Step 2: Move crankshaft rearward to limits of travel.
Step 3: Then, move crankshaft forward to limits of travel.
Step 4: Wedge an appropriate tool between the rear of the cylinder block and the rear crankshaft
counterweight. This will hold the crankshaft in its furthest forward position.
14. If your bolt heads look like this (1,2), go to step 15. If your bolt heads do not look like this (1,2), go to
step 16.
Fig. 190: MAIN BEARING CAP TORQUE SEQUENCE
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CAUTION: Before tightening bolts, you must identify the bolt head to obtain the
correct torque value. Failure to identify the bolts correctly, could
result in improperly tightened bolts which could result in engine
damage.
15. Tighten bolts using a three step method, in the sequence shown in illustration.
Tighten bolts to 15 N.m (11 ft. lbs.)
Tighten bolts to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.)
Rotate an additional 45°.
16. Tighten bolts using a three step method, in the sequence shown in illustration.
Tighten bolts to 15 N.m (11 ft. lbs.)
Tighten bolts to 45 N.m (33 ft. lbs.)
Rotate an additional 45°.
2009 Dodge Journey SE
2009 ENGINE 2.4L Gas - Service Information - Journey
17. Remove wedge tool used to hold crankshaft.
18. Check the crankshaft turning torque, it should not exceed 5.6 N.m (50 in. lbs.).
19. Check crankshaft end play. See Engine/Engine Block/CRANKSHAFT - Standard Procedure.
20. Install connecting rod bearings and caps. Do Not Reuse Connecting Rod Bolts. Tighten connecting rod
bolts to 20 N.m + 90° (15 ft. lbs.) + 90°. See Engine/Engine Block/ROD, Piston and Connecting -
Installation.
21. Install the ladder frame assembly. See Engine/Engine Block/FRAME, Ladder - Installation.
22. Install the balance shaft module. See Engine/Lubrication/PUMP, Engine Oil - Installation.
Fig. 191: CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
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23. Install crankshaft position sensor (2) and tighten bolt (1).
24. Install cylinder head if it was removed. See Engine/Cylinder Head - Installation.