Dodge Journey: Removal
FRONT
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
Fig. 163: TIRE AND WHEEL MOUNTING
2. Remove the wheel mounting nuts (3), then the tire and wheel assembly (1).
NOTE: In some cases, it may be necessary to retract the caliper piston in its bore a small amount in order to provide sufficient clearance between the pads and the rotor to easily remove the caliper from the knuckle. This can usually be accomplished before removal by grasping the inboard side of the caliper and pulling outward working with the guide pins, thus retracting the piston. Never push on the piston directly as it may get damaged.
Fig. 164: CALIPER/ADAPTER MOUNTING
3. Remove the two bolts (3) securing disc brake caliper and adapter bracket (1) to the steering knuckle (2).
4. Remove the disc brake caliper and adapter bracket (1) from the knuckle (2) and rotor (4) as an assembly.
Hang the assembly out of the way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend the brake hose when doing this.
Fig. 165: VENTED BRAKE ROTOR MOUNTING
5. Remove any clips retaining the brake rotor to the wheel mounting studs.
6. Slide the brake rotor (2) off the hub and bearing (1).
REAR
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
Fig. 166: TIRE AND WHEEL MOUNTING
2. Remove the wheel mounting nuts (3), then the tire and wheel assembly (1).
NOTE: In some cases, it may be necessary to retract the caliper piston in its bore a small amount in order to provide sufficient clearance between the pads and the rotor to easily remove the caliper from the knuckle. This can usually be accomplished before removal by grasping the inboard side of the caliper and pulling outward working with the guide pins, thus retracting the piston. Never push on the piston directly as it may get damaged.
Fig. 167: REAR CALIPER ADAPTER MOUNTING
3. Remove two bolts (1) securing the disc brake caliper and adapter bracket ( 2) to the knuckle (3).
4. Remove the disc brake caliper and adapter bracket (2) as an assembly from the knuckle (3) and rotor.
Hang the assembly out of the way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend the brake hose when doing this.
Fig. 168: SOLID BRAKE ROTOR MOUNTING
5. Remove any retaining clips, then slide the brake rotor (2) off the hub and bearing (1).
Standard procedure
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FRONT NOTE: Inspect disc brake pads before installation. Fig. 169: VENTED BRAKE ROTOR MOUNTING 1. Clean the hub face (1) to remove any dirt or corrosion where the rotor mounts. 2. Insta ...See also:
Diagnosis and Testing
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NOTE: Illumination of the defogger switch indicator lamp does not
necessarily mean
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Communication
DESCRIPTION
The primary on-board communication network between microprocessor-based
electronic control modules in
this vehicle is the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus system. A data bus
ne ...
SNOW TIRES
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the winter. Standard tires are of the all season type
and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M+S
designation on the tire sid ...