Dodge Journey: Synchronizer
DISASSEMBLY
Place synchronizer in a clean shop towel and wrap. Press on inner hub. Carefully open up shop towel and remove springs, balls, keys, hub, and sleeve.
CLEANING
Do not attempt to clean the blocking rings in solvent. The friction material will become contaminated. Place synchronizer components in a suitable holder and clean and air dry.
INSPECTION
Proper inspection of components involve:
- Teeth, for wear, scuffed, nicked, burred, or broken teeth
- Keys, for wear or distortion
- Balls and springs, for distortion, cracks, or wear
If any of these conditions exist in these components, replace as necessary.
ASSEMBLY
Fig. 251: Synchronizer Assembly
- - SLEEVE
- - BALL
- - KEY
- - SPRING
- - HUB
1. Position synchronizer hub (5) onto a suitable holding fixture (input shaft). The synchronizer hubs (5) are directional. The hubs must be installed with the U facing upward.
2. Install springs (4) into hub slot.
Fig. 252: Inserting Synchronizer Balls Into Keys
- - INPUT SHAFT
- - HUB
- - KEY
- - BALL
3. Insert key (3) into hub (2) and spring.
4. Apply petroleum jelly to the hole in the key. Insert balls (4) into each key.
Fig. 253: Identifying Synchronizer Sleeve, Input Shaft, & Key
- - SLEEVE
- - INPUT SHAFT
- - KEY
5. Slide sleeve (1) over the hub and depress balls as you carefully slip the sleeve into position .
Fig. 254: Centering Synchronizer Keys & Balls By Pushing On Both Stop Rings
- - SNAP RING
- - CLUTCH
- - KEY
- - BALL
- - SPRING
6. Line up stop ring tang over the keys in the hub, install stop rings, center the keys (3) and balls (4) by pushing on both stop rings.
Switch, backup lamp
REMOVAL
Fig. 249: Back-Up Lamp Switch
1. Disconnect battery negative cable.
2. Raise vehicle on hoist.
3. Disconnect backup lamp switch connector.
4. Remove backup lamp switch (1).
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See also:
Cover(s), cylinder head, left
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect electrical connectors from ignition coils and capacitor.
Reposition electrical harness.
3. Remove ground strap from cylinder head c ...
Installation
NOTE: Before stabilizer bar installation, inspect the cushions and
links for excessive
wear, cracks, damage and distortion. Replace any pieces failing inspection.
NOTE: Before installing the ...
Removal, Installation
REMOVAL
Fig. 48: Lower Instrument Panel Knee Blocker
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the lower instrument panel knee blocker.
3. Remove upper steering colu ...