Dodge Journey: Description, Operation
DESCRIPTION
WARNING: Due to propeller shaft imbalance concerns, the propeller shaft can only be serviced as an assembly.
AWD models utilize a "three-piece" propeller shaft to transmit torque to the rear driveline module assembly.
This three-piece design consists of:
- Front center and rear shaft segments
- Plunging front CV joint.
- Center support bearings
- Rubber coupler at driveline module flange
The front shaft segment utilizes a plunging CV joint at the power transfer unit connection. The center and rear shaft segments utilize a support bearing/bracket assembly. The rear shaft segment uses a rubber coupler at the driveline module flange.
OPERATION
The propeller shaft is used to transmit torque from the transaxle power transfer unit (PTU) to the rear driveline module of AWD equipped models.
The propeller shaft front segment utilizes a plunging CV joint at the PTU flange. The joint is flexible, allowing for torsional movement of the powertrain.
The propeller shaft center and rear segments utilize a support bearing/bracket, which support this three-piece assembly and isolates driveline vibrations from the body. The rubber coupler at the driveline module flange dampens out propeller shaft torsional vibrations, as the driveline module it connects to is fastened to the rear suspension crossmember.
Propeller shaft
...Removal, Installation
REMOVAL Fig. 54: Removing /Installing Propeller Shaft CAUTION: Propeller shaft removal is a two-man operation. Never allow propeller shaft to hang from the center bearing, or while o ...See also:
Installation
NOTE: Perform 1 through 6 on each side of vehicle to complete pad set
installation,
then proceed to 7.
CAUTION: Anytime the brake rotor or brake pads are being replaced,
the rear cal ...
Insulator, engine mount, right
Removal
Fig. 243: Belly Pan
1. Remove the belly pan (2).
Fig. 244: Right Engine Mount
2. Lower vehicle. Remove the load on the engine motor mounts by carefully
supporting the engine assembly ...
Cover(s), cylinder head, right
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
Fig. 126: Engine Harness Retaining Clips
- Left cylinder head cover engine harness retainers
- Right cylinder head cover engine harness retainer ...