Dodge Journey: Fluid
STANDARD PROCEDURE
FLUID LEVEL CHECKING
The fluid required for this transaxle is Mopar ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). Use of improper or substitute fluids can cause shift problems and/or transaxle failure.
1. Insure the vehicle is level, remove the fill plug and add fluid until the fluid just starts to trickle out.
FLUID DRAIN AND FILL

Fig. 174: Drain Plug
NOTE: The fluid required for this transaxle is Mopar ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). Use of improper or substitute fluids can cause shift problems and/or transaxle failure.
1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Obtain suitable fluid collection container and place under transaxle.
3. Remove transaxle drain plug (2). Allow fluid to drain into container until empty.
4. Install the drain plug (2) with a new gasket and tighten to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove transaxle rubber fill plug (3).
6. Add the appropriate amount of transaxle fluid to the transaxle.
7. Install the transaxle rubber fill plug (3).
Differential, transaxle
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 166: Differential Assembly
- RING GEAR
- PINION SHAFT
- DIFFERENTIAL CASE
- PINION GEAR
- SIDE GEAR
The BG6 differential is a conventional open design, and is integr ...
Input shaft, transmission
DISASSEMBLY
Fig. 175: Snap Ring At Input Shaft
1. Remove the snap ring (2) that retains the input shaft bearing and sixth
gear to the shaft.
Fig. 176: Press Bearing From Input Shaft
2. Using ...
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Description, Operation
DESCRIPTION
The refrigerant oil used in R-134a refrigerant systems is a synthetic-based,
polyalkylene glycol (PAG), wax-free
lubricant. Mineral-based R-12 refrigerant oils are not compatible with ...
Description
Four-wheel disc brakes are standard on this vehicle. Each disc brake assembly
consists of the following major
components:
Caliper
Caliper adapter bracket
Pads (Shoe and lining assemblies)
...
Manifold, intake
Diagnosis and Testing
INTAKE MANIFOLD LEAKS
An intake manifold air leak is characterized by lower than normal manifold
vacuum. Also, one or more
cylinders may not be functioning.
WARNING: ...
