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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. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA ) 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/ . http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA http://photoarchive.ap.org/ DATASOURCE: Dana Corporation CONTACT: Jeff Cole of Dana, +1-419-535-4704, or Web site: http://www.dana.com/ Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/226839.html

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