Dodge Journey: Description, Operation
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 313: Identifying Differential Assembly
- - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
- - RING GEAR
- - TRANSFER SHAFT
- - PINION GEAR
- - PINION SHAFT
- - SIDE GEAR
The 41TE differential is a conventional open design. It consists of a ring gear and a differential case. The differential case consists of pinion and side gears, and a pinion shaft. The differential case is supported in the transaxle by tapered roller bearings .
OPERATION
The differential assembly is driven by the transfer shaft by way of the differential ring gear. The ring gear drives the differential case, and the case drives the driveshafts through the differential gears. The differential pinion and side gears are supported in the case by thrust washers and a pinion shaft. Differential pinion and side gears make it possible for front tires to rotate at different speeds while cornering.
Drive, final
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Disassembly
Fig. 314: Removing/Installing Differential Cover Bolts
- DIFFERENTIAL COVER BOLTS
- DIFFERENTIAL COVER
NOTE: The transfer shaft should be removed for differential repair and
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING:
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TIRE CHAINS
Due to limited clearance, tire chains are not recommended.
CAUTION:
Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are
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Removal, Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove transmission and torque converter from vehicle.
2. Place a suitable drain pan under the converter housing end of the
transmission.
CAUTION: Verify that transmission is ...