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:
Disassembly
Fig. 241: Tapping Down Reverse Clutch Reaction Plate
- #4 THRUST PLATE (SELECT)
- TAP DOWN REVERSE CLUTCH REACTION PLATE TO REMOVE OR INSTALL SNAP RING
- INPUT SHAFT CLUTCHES RETAINER ASSEMB ...
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
WARNING:
• Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off
the road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing t ...
VEHICLE LOADING
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on
the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information
should be used for passenger and luggage loading as
indicated.
Do not exceed the spec ...