Lord-Milkshake Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 I have Dodge of the Journey 2010 SXT 3.5L FWD. I have been getting engine light in some occasion and found that its P1004. I have read that there could be different reasons for this code but the most common is failure of Short Runner Valve Actuator. I am no mechanic but I would like to know where it is located and if I need to flash the system after installing this Actuator. Please help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5rebel9 Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 (edited) I don't have the 3.5 to say expressly. But, I've been a long time member of another forum devoted to the Dodge Avenger that uses the same motor and system in question. From what I gather from there, there are 3 main causes of the CEL problem that need to be properly diagnosed before just replacing the actuator. (1) remove actuator and electrical test for operation (2) check the linkage for bindining of the rod and flaps in the manifold runners(actuator removed). (3) check electrical connection(wire terminals inside the modular plug) of the engine harness to actuator, and wiring. Most common fault is oil residue from PCV system hardening from heat and binding the rod and flaps that the actuator is supposed to move. When it can't move the rod it will set this code you're getting. GOOD LUCK EDIT: As to flashing the computer...I don't think so. BUT clearing the codes and maybe a "reset" by disconnecting the Neg cable for approx 20-30 minutes should be all that's needed. Edited October 21, 2020 by 5rebel9 Armando G 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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