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).
Fig ...
See also:
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features
a driver-interactive display. It is located in the
instrument cluster below the fuel and temperature
gauges. Vehicles equipped with steerin ...
Description, Diagnosis and Testing
DESCRIPTION
The inner joints of both half shaft assemblies are tripod joints. The outer
joints of both assemblies are Rzeppa
Joints. The tripod joints are true constant velocity (CV) joint assembl ...
Installation
CAUTION: Be certain to adjust the refrigerant oil level when
servicing the A/C
refrigerant system. Failure to properly adjust the refrigerant
oil level will prevent the A/C system fro ...
