Dodge Journey: Geartrain, planetary
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 355: Identifying Planetary Geartrain Components
- - FRONT SUN GEAR ASSEMBLY
- - #6 THRUST BEARING
- - #7 THRUST BEARING
- - REAR CARRIER/FRONT ANNULUS ASSEMBLY
- - REAR SUN GEAR
- - FRONT CARRIER/REAR ANNULUS ASSEMBLY
The planetary geartrain is located between the input clutch assembly and the rear of the transaxle case. The planetary geartrain consists of two sun gears (1,5) , two planetary carriers, two annulus (ring) gears (4,6), and one output shaft.
OPERATION
The planetary geartrain utilizes two planetary gear sets that connect the transmission input shaft to the output shaft. Input and holding clutches drive or lock different planetary members to change output ratio or direction.
Fluid
STANDARD PROCEDURE
FLUID LEVEL AND CONDITION CHECK
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
Fig. 351: Identifying Fluid Level Indicator
- FLUID LEVEL INDICATOR
NOTE: Only transmission fluid of the type labele ...
Holding clutches
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 356: Identifying 2/4 & Low/Reverse Clutches & Planetary Geartrain
Components
- FRONT PLANET CARRIER/REAR ANNULUS
- 2/4 CLUTCH
- L/R CLUTCH
- REAR PLANET CARRIER ...
See also:
Installation
Two unique brake lamp switches are used in this vehicle, depending upon
whether the vehicle was built during
early or late production. These switches are not interchangeable. Both switches
are il ...
Removal
BATTERY HARNESS
WARNING: To protect the hands from battery acid, a suitable pair
of heavy duty
rubber gloves should be worn when removing or servicing a battery.
Safety glasses als ...
Lever, shift
REMOVAL
Fig. 183: Air Cleaner And Inlet Tube
Remove the engine cover.
1. Disconnect battery negative cable.
2. Remove air inlet tube (2) and air cleaner assembly (4).
Fig. 184: Nut Crosso ...
