Frame CHRYSLER VOYAGER 2005 Repair Manual

REMOVAL
The front cradle crossmember must be installed in
the design location to achieve proper front end sus-
pension alignment. If the cradle crossmember is
removed without applying reference marks on the
frame rails, align the cradle crossmember according
to the dimensions provided in this group.
NOTE: If the caged nuts in the frame rails become
damaged and cannot be reused, a replacement nut
can be obtained through MoparT(Fig. 14).
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove steering column lower cover from
instrument panel (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRU-
MENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPENING
COVER - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove steering column cover backing plate
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/STEER-
ING COLUMN COVER BACKING PLATE -
REMOVAL).
(4) Position steering so front wheels are straight
ahead.
CAUTION: Do not rotate steering wheel after disen-
gaging lower coupling from steering gear, damage
to air bag clock spring can result.
(5) Remove clinch bolt attaching steering column
coupling to steering gear shaft (Fig. 15).
(6) Remove steering column coupling from tele-
scoping steering gear shaft.(7) Hoist vehicle and support on safety stands.
(8) Position a drain pan under power steering
pump and oil return hose coupling.
(9) Using a hose pinch-off pliers (C-4390), pinch
power steering oil return hose off between the cross-
member coupling and the pump.
(10) Loosen hose clamp at the cradle crossmember
coupling.
(11) Disconnect return hose from metal tube.
(12) While holding pressure relief valve nut on
back of power steering pump, Remove flare nut
attaching high pressure hose to back of pump.
(13) Remove high pressure hose from pump.
(14) Allow power steering fluid to drain into pan.
(15) Remove bolts attaching anti-lock brake sensor
leads to cradle crossmember.
(16) Position anti-lock brake leads out of the way.
(17) Disconnect stabilizer bar links from ends of
stabilizer bar.
(18) Disconnect lower ball joints from lower steer-
ing knuckles (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/
LOWER BALL JOINT - REMOVAL).
(19) Remove the rear engine mount heat shield
(Fig. 16).
(20) Remove through bolt attaching rear engine
mount to cradle crossmember (Fig. 17).
(21) Using paint or grease pencil, mark outline of
cradle crossmember on frame rails to aid installation.
(22) Support cradle crossmember on suitable lift-
ing device (Fig. 19).
(23) Remove bolts attaching crossmember to front
frame rails (Fig. 18).
(24) Remove cradle crossmember from vehicle (Fig.
19).
Fig. 14 FRONT CRADLE CROSSMEMBER CAGED
NUT
1 - BRACKET
2 - CAGED NUT
Fig. 15 STEERING COUPLING
1 - STEERING SHAFT BOOT
2 - STEERING SHAFT
3 - CROSSMEMBER
4 - STEERING GEAR
5 - MOUNT
6 - TRANSAXLE
RSFRAME & BUMPERS13-15
FRONT CRADLE CROSSMEMBER (Continued)

INSTALLATION
NOTE: If cradle crossmember requires replacement.
Refer to Group 2, Suspension, to transfer suspen-
sion components and Group 19, Steering, to trans-
fer steering components.
(1) Support crossmember on suitable lifting device
(Fig. 19).
(2) Position crossmember to vehicle.
(3) Loosely install bolts attaching cradle cross-
member to front frame rails.(4) Place upper half of bushing on top of cross-
member aligned to receive square tube protruding
upward from lower bushing half.
(5) Align crossmember to previously made marks
on frame rails.
(6) Tighten bolts attaching cradle crossmember to
frame rails.
(7) Install through bolt attaching rear engine
mount to cradle crossmember (Fig. 17) and tighten to
68 N´m (50 ft. lbs.) torque.
(8) Install the rear mount heat shield (Fig. 16).
(9) Connect lower ball joints to steering knuckles
(Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/LOWER BALL
JOINT - INSTALLATION)
(10) Connect stabilizer bar links to ends of stabi-
lizer bar.
(11) Install bolts attaching anti-lock brake sensor
leads to cradle crossmember.
(12) Install high pressure hose to pump.
(13) Connect return hose to metal tube.
(14) Tighten hose clamp at the cradle crossmember
coupling.
(15) Remove pinch-off pliers.
(16) Position steering so front wheels are straight
ahead.
(17) Install steering column coupling to telescoping
steering gear shaft.
(18) Install clinch bolt attaching steering column
coupling to steering gear shaft.
(19) Install steering column cover backing plate
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/STEER-
ING COLUMN COVER BACKING PLATE -
INSTALLATION)
Fig. 16 REAR MOUNT HEAT SHIELD
1 - BOLT
2 - HEAT SHIELD
3 - CLIP
4 - REAR ENGINE MOUNT
Fig. 17 REAR MOUNT
1 - BOLT
2 - REAR MOUNT BRACKET
3 - THROUGH BOLT
4 - REAR MOUNT
Fig. 18 CRADLE CROSSMEMBER MOUNT
1 - CROSSMEMBER MOUNT
2 - BRAKE HOSE MOUNT
3 - STEERING TIE ROD
4 - FRONT CROSSMEMBER
5 - FRAME RAIL
13 - 16 FRAME & BUMPERSRS
FRONT CRADLE CROSSMEMBER (Continued)

(20) Install steering column lower cover from
instrument panel (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRU-
MENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPENING
COVER - INSTALLATION).
(21) Connect battery negative cable.
FRONT CROSSMEMBER
MOUNT BUSHINGS
REMOVAL
(1) Using paint or grease pencil, mark outline of
cradle crossmember on frame rails.
(2) Loosen bolts attaching crossmember to frame
rails.
(3) Remove bolt on bushing that requires replace-
ment.
(4) Allow cradle crossmember to drop down enough
to gain clearance for bushing removal.
(5) Remove bushing from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Apply rubber lubrication or soap to replace-
ment bushing.
(2) Insert lower half of bushing into square hole in
cradle crossmember.
(3) Place upper half of bushing on top of cross-
member aligned to receive square tube protruding
upward from lower bushing half.
(4) Squeeze bushing halves together to ensure they
are properly mated.
(5) Lift cradle crossmember upward to close gap
between the bushing and frame.
(6) Verify that lower bushing is fully seated into
cradle crossmember and upper bushing.
(7) Install bolt attaching bushing and crossmember
to frame rail hand tight.
(8) Align cradle crossmember to reference marks
on frame rails.
(9) Tighten cradle crossmember to frame rails
attaching bolts to 163 N´m (120 ft. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 19 CRADLE CROSSMEMBER
1 - ENGINE OIL PAN
2 - TRANSAXLE
3 - LOWER CONTROL ARM4 - FRONT CROSSMEMBER
5 - LIFT DEVICE
6 - SPINDLE
RSFRAME & BUMPERS13-17
FRONT CRADLE CROSSMEMBER (Continued)

(9) Disconnect the fuel fill hose at the fuel tank
filler metal tubeNOT AT THE FUEL TANK(Fig.
19).
(10) Disconnect fuel line and vapor line at the
front of the fuel tank.
The fuel pump module electrical connector
has a retainer that locks it in place.
(11) Slide fuel pump module electrical connector
lock to unlock.
(12) Push down on connector retainer (Fig. 20) and
pull connector off module.(13) Lower tank from vehicle. Remove fuel filler
vent tube from frame (Fig. 21).REMOVAL - FOLD-IN-FLOOR
(1) Remove fuel filler cap and perform Fuel Sys-
tem Pressure Release procedure.
(2) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(3) Drain fuel tank dry into holding tank or a
properly labeledGASOLINEsafety container.
(4) Raise vehicle on hoist and support (Fig. 22).
Fig. 19 FUEL FILLER AND VENT TUBE
1 - Filler Tube
2 - Vent Tube
Fig. 20 Pump Module Connector Retainer and Lock
1 - PUSH DOWN ON RETAINER
2 - CONNECTOR LOCK
Fig. 21 VENT HOSE
Fig. 22 FUEL TANK IN VEHICLE
RSFUEL DELIVERY14-13
FUEL TANK (Continued)

(9)The fuel pump module electrical connec-
tor has a retainer that locks it in place..Slide
fuel pump module electrical connector lock to unlock
(Fig. 27), (Fig. 28).
(10) Push down on connector retainer disconnect
the electrical connector.
(11) Lower tank slightly.
(12) Remove fuel filler vent tube from frame (Fig.
29).
(13) Lower tank from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
(1) Position fuel tank on transmission jack. Con-
nect check valve hose. Connect fuel filler tube vent
hose to fuel filler tube.
(2) Feed filler vent line thru frame rail.
(3) Raise tank into position and carefully work fuel
filler metal tube into the rubber hose on fuel tank. A
light coating of clean engine oil on the tube end may
be used to aid assembly.
(4) Tighten strap bolts to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.)
torque. Tighten T strap bolt to 28.2 N´m (250 in.
lbs.). Remove transmission jack.
(5) Tighten filler hose clamp to 3.3 N´m (30 in.
lbs.).
CAUTION: Ensure straps are not twisted or bent
before or after tightening strap screws.
(6) Connect fuel pump/module electrical connector.
Place retainer in locked position.
(7) Lubricate the fuel supply line with clean 30
weight engine oil, install the quick connect fuel fit-
ting. Refer to Tube/Fitting Assembly in the Fuel
Delivery section of this section.
(8) Connect the control vapor lines at front of
tank.
(9) Pull-pull-push on all connections to make sure
of connection.
(10) Fill fuel tank, replace cap, and connect bat-
tery negative cable.
(11) Use the DRBIIItscan tool to pressurize the
fuel system. Check for leaks.Fig. 27 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Fig. 28 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION REMOVED
Fig. 29 FILLER TUBE VENT LINE THRU RAIL
RSFUEL DELIVERY14-15
FUEL TANK (Continued)

INSTALLATION - FOLD-IN-FLOOR
(1) Use a transmission jack to support fuel tank.
(2) Raise tank and install fuel filler vent tube thru
frame (Fig. 29).
(3) Raise tank.
(4) Connect the fuel fill hose at the fuel tank filler
metal tube and tighten clamp.
CAUTION: Ensure straps are not twisted or bent
before or after tightening strap bolts.
(5) Install bolts for fuel tank straps (Fig. 23).
(6) Tighten strap bolts to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.)
torque. Remove transmission jack.
(7) Connect the fuel filler vent tube.
(8) Connect fuel line and vapor line at the front of
the fuel tank (Fig. 25), (Fig. 26).
(9) Connect the electrical connector.
(10) Slide fuel pump module electrical connector
lock to lock (Fig. 27), (Fig. 28).
(11) Lower vehicle.
(12) Fill fuel tank, replace cap, and connect bat-
tery negative cable.
(13) Use the DRBIIItscan tool to pressurize the
fuel system. Check for leaks.
FUEL TANK FILLER TUBE
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative battery cable.
(2) Remove the 3 screws at the filler door.
(3) Raise and support vehicle
(4) Remove the left rear tire.
(5) Remove the splash shield (Fig. 32) or (Fig. 31).
(6) Remove the metal shield (Fig. 30).(7)For RGRemove the canister from filler tube
(Fig. 33).
Fig. 30 FILLER TUBE SHIELD
Fig. 31 FUEL FILLER TUBE (RS)
Fig. 32 FUEL FILLER TUBE AND VENT TUBE (RG)
14 - 16 FUEL DELIVERYRS
FUEL TANK (Continued)

(6) Start engine and let idle just long enough to
circulate power steering fluid through the analyzer
and hoses. Shut off engine.
(7) Check power steering fluid level and add fluid
as necessary. Start engine again and let idle until the
air is out of the fluid.
(8) Gauge should read below 300 psi (2068 kPa). If
above, inspect the hoses for restrictions and repair as
necessary. The initial pressure should be in the range
of 100-275 psi (689-1896 kPa) depending on fluid
temperature. The flow meter should read above 1.5
GPM.
CAUTION: The following test procedure involves
testing maximum pump pressure output and flow
control valve operation. Do not leave valve closed
for more than four seconds as the pump could be
damaged.
NOTE: Power steering pump maximum pressure for
2.4L engines is 1,200 ± 1,350 psi (8,274 ± 9,308
kPa). Power steering pump maximum pressure for
all other engines is 1,400 ± 1,500 psi (9,653 ± 10,342
kPa).
(9) Close analyzer valve fully three times and
record highest pressure indicated each time. All three
readings must be within specifications. If any of the
three power steering pump pressures are above orbelow specifications, replace pump. (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - REMOVAL)
CAUTION: Do not force the steering to operate
against the stops for more than 4 seconds at a time
because pump damage can result.
(10) Once the pump has been verified as working
correctly, completely open the valve on the Power
Steering Analyzer. Turn the steering wheel to the
extreme left until the stop in the steering gear is
met. Hold it there for 2±4 seconds, then release it.
Now turn the steering wheel to the right until the
right stop is met. Hold it there for 2±4 seconds, then
release it. Record the stabilized pressure at each
position. Compare the recorded readings to the spec-
ifications. If the output pressures are not within 100
psi (689 kPa) of one another against either stop or
are below specifications, the steering gear is leaking
internally and must be replaced. (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/GEAR - REMOVAL)
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - STEERING
SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS CHARTS
NOTE: There are three diagnosis charts following
that cover POWER STEERING NOISE, STEERING
WHEEL FEEL, and POWER STEERING FLUID.
POWER STEERING NOISE
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
OBJECTIONABLE HISS
OR WHISTLE*1. Damaged or mispositioned
steering column shaft/coupling dash
panel seal.1. Reposition or replace steering
column shaft/coupling dash panel seal.
2. Mis-routed power steering hose. 2. Check routing of power steering
hoses. Ensure hoses do not come in
unwanted contact with other
components and objects.
3. Noisy valve in power steering
gear.3. Replace power steering gear.
RATTLE OR EXCESSIVE
CLUNK**1. Power steering gear loose on front
suspension crossmember.1. Inspect power steering gear
mounting bolts. Replace as necessary.
Tighten to the specified torque.
2. Front suspension crossmember
mounting fasteners loose at frame.2. Tighten the front suspension
crossmember mounting fasteners to the
specified torque.
3. Loose tie rod (outer or inner). 3. Check tie rod pivot points for wear.
Replace worn/loose parts as required.
RSSTEERING19-3
STEERING (Continued)

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
4. Loose lower control arm mounting
bolts at front suspension
crossmember.4. Tighten control arm mounting bolts to
the specified torques.
5. Lower control arm pivot bushing
worn.5. Replace lower control arm pivot
bushing.
6. Loose strut assembly mounting
fasteners at tower or knuckle.6. Tighten strut assembly fasteners to
the specified torque.
7. Power steering fluid hose touching
the body of the vehicle.7. Adjust hose to proper position by
loosening, repositioning, and tightening
attachments to specified torque. Do not
bend tubing.
8. Damaged front suspension
crossmember.8. Replace front suspension
crossmember.
9. Stabilizer bar link ball joints worn. 9. Replace stabilizer bar link.
10. Lug nuts loose. 10. Tighten lug nuts to specifications.
11. Excessive Wheel bearing
free-play.11. Verify correct halfshaft hub nut
torque. Replace hub and bearing if
torque is okay.
12. Internal power steering gear
noise.12. Replace power steering gear.
POPPING NOISE 1. Worn outer tie rod. 1. Check ball joint for free-play;
Replace outer tie rod.
2. Loose inner tie rod. 2. Replace power steering gear.
CHIRP OR SQUEAL
(POWER STEERING
PUMP)1. Loose power steering pump drive
belt.1. Check and adjust power steering
pump drive belt to specifications or
replace automatic tensioner where
applicable. Replace belt if worn or
glazed.
2. Malfuctioning belt auto-tensioner 2. Replace belt auto-tensioner.
WHINE, GROWL, MOAN
OR GROAN (POWER
STEERING PUMP)***1. Low fluid level. 1. Fill power steering fluid reservoir to
proper level and check for leaks (make
sure all air is bled from the system
fluid).
2. Power steering hose touching
vehicle body or frame.2. Adjust hose to proper position by
loosening, repositioning, and tightening
fitting to specified torque. Do not bend
tubing. Replace hose if damaged.
3. Extremely low ambient
temperature.3. Some noise can be expected, but will
go away as vehicle warms. Replace
pump if noise is excessive.
4. Extreme wear of power steering
pump internal components.4. Replace power steering pump and
flush system as necessary.
19 - 4 STEERINGRS
STEERING (Continued)

Read the fluid level through the side of the power
steering fluid reservoir. The fluid level should indi-
cateªFILL RANGEºwhen the fluid is at a temper-
ature of approximately 21ÉC to 27ÉC (70ÉF to 80ÉF).
(1) Wipe the filler cap and area clean, then remove
the cap.
(2) Fill the fluid reservoir to the proper level and
let the fluid settle for at least two (2) minutes.
(3) Start the engine and let run for a few seconds,
then turn the engine off.
(4) Add fluid if necessary. Repeat the above steps
until the fluid level remains constant after running
the engine.
(5) Raise the front wheels off the ground.
(6) Start the engine.
(7) Slowly turn the steering wheel right and left,
lightly contacting the wheel stops.
(8) Add fluid if necessary.
(9) Lower the vehicle, then turn the steering wheel
slowly from lock-to-lock.
(10) Stop the engine. Check the fluid level and
refill as required.
(11) If the fluid is extremely foamy, allow the vehi-
cle to stabilize a few minutes, then repeat the above
procedure.
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - PUMP (2.4L ENGINE)
(1) Remove the (-) negative battery cable from the
battery and isolate cable.
(2) Remove the cap from the power steering fluid
reservoir.
(3) Using a siphon pump, remove as much power
steering fluid as possible from the power steering
fluid reservoir.
(4) Raise the vehicle on jack stands or centered on
a frame contact type hoist. See Hoisting in Lubrica-
tion and Maintenance.
(5) Disconnect the oxygen sensor wiring harness
from the vehicle wiring harness at the rear engine
mount bracket.
NOTE: The exhaust system needs to be removed
from the engine to allow for an area to remove the
power steering pump from the vehicle.(6) Remove the four bolts and flag nuts securing
the catalytic converter from the exhaust manifold
(Fig. 3).
(7) Disconnect all the exhaust system isolators/
hangers from the brackets on the exhaust system (2
at the mufflers and 1 at the resonator) (Fig. 4).
(8) Remove the exhaust system by moving it as far
rearward, then lowering the front below the cross-
member and out of the vehicle.
(9) Remove the power steering fluid supply hose
from the fitting on the power steering pump. Drain
off excess power steering fluid from hose.
(10) Move the heat sleeve on the power steering
return hose to expose the hose connection at the
pump (Fig. 5). Remove the hose from the power
steering Pump. Allow the remaining power steering
fluid to drain from the power steering pump and res-
ervoir through the removed return hose.
(11) Remove the power steering fluid pressure line
from the power steering pump (Fig. 6). Drain excess
power steering fluid from tube.
Fig. 3 Catalytic Converter to Exhaust Manifold
1 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER
2 - BOLT
3 - GASKET
4 - FLAG NUT
19 - 38 PUMPRS
PUMP (Continued)

(3) Remove coolant recovery bottle (Fig. 10).
(4) Remove fluid level indicator/tube assembly.
Plug opening to prevent debris from entering trans-
axle.
(5) Disconnect transaxle oil cooler lines using Tool
8875A. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/TRANSMISSION -
STANDARD PROCEDURE). Install plugs to prevent
debris intrusion.
(6) Disconnect input and output shaft speed sensor
connectors (Fig. 11).
(7) Disconnect transmission range sensor (TRS)
connector (Fig. 11).
(8) Disconnect solenoid/pressure switch assembly
connector (Fig. 11).
(9) Disconnect gear shift cable from manual valve
lever and upper mount bracket (Fig. 12).
(10) Disconnect crankshaft position sensor (if
equipped). Remove sensor from bellhousing.
(11) Reposition leak detection pump harness and
hoses.
Fig. 10 Coolant Recovery Bottle
1 - COOLANT RECOVERY CONTAINER
2 - HOSE
3 - BOLT
4 - SUB FRAME RAIL
Fig. 11 Component Connector LocationÐTypical
1 - SOLENOID/PRESSURE SWITCH ASSY. CONNECTOR
2 - INPUT SPEED SENSOR CONNECTOR
3 - OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR CONNECTOR
4 - TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR CONNECTOR
Fig. 12 Gearshift Cable at Transaxle - Typical
1 - MANUAL VALVE LEVER
2 - GEAR SHIFT CABLE
3 - UPPER MOUNT BRACKET
21 - 10 40TE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLERS
40TE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (Continued)