Dodge Journey: Frame
SPECIFICATIONS
FRAME DIMENSIONS
Frame dimensions are listed in metric scale. All dimensions are from center to center of Principal Locating Point (PLP), or from center to center of PLP and fastener location.
VEHICLE PREPARATION
Position the vehicle on a level work surface. Using screw or bottle jacks, adjust the vehicle PLP heights to the specified dimension above a level work surface. Vertical dimensions can be taken from the work surface to the locations indicated were applicable.
VEHICLE PREPARATION INDEX
Fig. 27: Frame Dimensions - Side View
Fig. 28: Frame Dimensions - Bottom View
FASTENER TORQUE
Reinforcement, bumper, rear
REMOVAL
Fig. 25: Rear Bumper Reinforcement
1. Remove rear fascia. See Removal .
2. Support bumper reinforcement (1) on a suitable lifting device.
3. Mark position of bolts (2) on frame rail ...
Crossmember, front fore and aft
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. If equipped, remove the engine belly pan.
Fig. 29: Removing/Installing Fore/Aft Crossmember
3. Remove the front engine mount thru-bolt (2).
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See also:
Removal
WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this
system before
performing the following operation. Failure to follow these instructions
may
result in serious or fat ...
Removal
Fig. 25: Outer C/V Joint Seal Boot Clamps
- SMALL CLAMP
- SEALING BOOT
- OUTER CV JOINT HOUSING
- LARGE CLAMP
- INTERCONNECTING SHAFT
1. Remove halfshaft assembly requiring boot repla ...
Diagnosis and Testing
SUSPENSION AND STEERING
CONDITION
POSSIBLE
CAUSES
CORRECTION
Front End Whine On Turns
1. Defective Wheel
Bearing2. Incorrect Wheel
Alignment
3. Worn Tires
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