Dana Corporation Cylinder-Head-Cover Module Featured on High-Volume Chrysler Engine
11 August 2004 - 4:34PM
PR Newswire (US)
Dana Corporation Cylinder-Head-Cover Module Featured on High-Volume
Chrysler Engine TOLEDO, Ohio, Aug. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Dana Corporation (NYSE:DCN) announced today that it has developed a
lightweight, robust cylinder-head-cover module for the Chrysler
Group's high-volume 3.7L V-6 engine, which is featured on the 2004
and 2005 Jeep(R) Liberty sport-utility vehicle, Dodge Dakota and
Dodge Ram light trucks, and the Dodge Durango full- size SUV.
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Following in the success of Dana's 4.7L module launched just over a
year ago, the 3.7L module is comparable in structure and shares
common components with the 4.7L, providing enhanced value to
DaimlerChrysler. Manufactured from a hybrid thermoset material, the
Dana module weighs 4 pounds (1.8 kilograms) less per engine
compared with the previously fitted system. Improved noise,
vibration, and harshness characteristics, as well as improved
sealing performance, are achieved due to the application of an
integrated press-in-place gasket along with a built-in grommet
system. A specially formulated thermoset material also enhances
function and durability by providing reliable long-term strength,
even when exposed to extremes of heat and engine oil. "Dana worked
closely with Chrysler engineers during design and development to
ensure this product delivered outstanding results and value," said
Michael J. Burns, Dana chairman and CEO. "This highly effective
design utilizes common components and leverages the functional
advantages of thermoset material, while helping to reduce vehicle
weight." Dana provided in-depth product design, prototyping and
validation support during the module development process, making it
possible to launch the product in just nine months. The module is
produced at Dana's Paris, Tenn., sealing facility using an advanced
two-cavity straight injection molding process. "This new module
eliminates a costly and time-consuming preparation and painting
process, is more robust for shipping and handling, and reduces cost
due to the press-in-place gasket over the previous plastic
carrier-style gasket," said Mike Laisure, president of Dana's
Automotive Systems Group. "With fuel economy becoming increasingly
important, the module also contributes to overall engine-weight
reduction." Dana Corporation is a global leader in the design,
engineering, and manufacture of value-added products and systems
for automotive, commercial, and off-highway vehicles. Delivering on
a century of innovation, the company's continuing operations employ
approximately 45,000 people worldwide dedicated to advancing the
science of mobility. Founded in 1904 and based in Toledo, Ohio,
Dana operates technology, manufacturing, and customer-service
facilities in 30 countries. Sales from continuing operations
totaled $7.9 billion in 2003. Dana's Internet address is
http://www.dana.com/ .
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