Dodge Journey: Description
Fig. 1: Front Suspension Components
This vehicle has a gas pressurized MacPherson strut type front suspension design.
Each side of the front suspension consists of these major components:
- Strut Assembly
- Fore/Aft Crossmember
- Stabilizer Bar
- Front Suspension Crossmember
- Lower Control Arm
- Hub And Bearing
- Knuckle
Service procedures for the front suspension crossmember and fore/aft crossmember can be found in the FRAME AND BUMPERS .
WARNING
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING: Chrysler LLC does not manufacture any vehicles or replacement parts that contain asbestos. Aftermarket products may or may not contain asbestos. Refer to aftermarket product packaging for product information.
Whether the product contains asbestos or not, dust and dirt can accumulate on brake parts during normal use. Follow practices prescribed by appropriate regulations for the handling, processing and disposing of dust and debris.
WARNING: Do not remove the strut rod nut while strut assembly is installed in vehicle, or before the coil spring is compressed with a compression tool.
The spring is held under high pressure.
CAUTION: At no time when servicing a vehicle can a sheet metal screw, bolt, or other metal fastener be installed in the shock tower to take the place of an original plastic clip. It may come into contact with the strut or coil spring.
CAUTION: Wheel bearing damage will result if after loosening the axle hub nut, the vehicle is rolled on the ground or the weight of the vehicle is allowed to be supported by the tires for any length of time.
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOL
Fig. 2: Remover/Installer 8441
Fig. 3: Remover, Ball Joint 9360
Fig. 4: Wrench, Strut Nut 9362
Fig. 5: Remover/Installer 9964
Fig. 6: Dial Indicator C-3339A
Front
...Arm, lower control
Diagnosis and Testing LOWER CONTROL ARM Inspect the lower control arm for signs of damage from contact with the ground or road debris. If the lower control arm shows any sign of damage, look for ...See also:
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 ...
Description, Operation
DESCRIPTION
WARNING: Due to propeller shaft imbalance concerns, the propeller
shaft can only be
serviced as an assembly.
AWD models utilize a "three-piece" propeller sha ...
Duct, ceiling distribution
REMOVAL
WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering
wheel, steering
column or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect
and isolate the negati ...