Installation Procedure
- Note the new transmission unique number (TUN).
Install the DT-21366 Converter Holding Strap (1) onto the transmission bell housing to retain the torque converter.
- Support the transmission with a suitable transmission jack.
Raise the transmission (1) into place.
Remove the DT-21366 Converter Holding Strap (1).
- NOTE:
The torque converter must rotate freely by hand.
Slide the transmission (3) straight onto the locating pins.
- Transmission Stud (1) Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Transmission Bolt (2) Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Transmission Stud (1) Install and tighten [5x] - Fastener Specifications
Position the fuel feed and return front hose.
- Install and tighten the fuel feed and return front hose bracket nut (1). Fastener Specifications
- Install and tighten the fuel feed and return front hose bracket bolt (2). Fastener Specifications
Install the transmission vent hose clip bracket (2).
- Install and tighten the transmission vent hose clip bracket nut (1). Fastener Specifications
Reposition the transmission vent hose (2) then install transmission vent hose retainer (1).
Transfer Case Vent Hose (2) - Install
- Install the transfer case vent hose retainer (1).
Reposition the engine wiring harness (2) then install the engine wiring harness retainer (1).
Connect the transmission wiring harness connector (1).
- Install the wiring retainer as necessary..
- Raise the transmission into place.
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Transmission Torque Converter Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [6x] - Fastener Specifications
Transmission Converter Cover- Right Side (2) - Install
- Transmission Converter Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Starter (1) - Install
Electrical Connector (3) - Connect
- Protective Sleeve (4) - Install
- Starter Solenoid Cable (1) - Install
- Starter Solenoid Cable Nut (2) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Starter Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Starter Solenoid Cable (2) - Install
- Battery Negative Cable Ground Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Starter Heat Shield (2) - Install
- Starter Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Starter Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
{with RC1} Underbody Skid Shield (3) - Install
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Underbody Splash Shield (1) - Install
Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
- Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
{with WTX} Underbody Skid Shield (2) - Install
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Front Bumper Fascia Extension (4) - Install
- Front Bumper Fascia Extension Bolt (3) @Underbody Skid Shield - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- Front Bumper Fascia Extension Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Front Bumper Fascia Extension (1) - Install
Front Bumper Fascia Extension Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [8x] - Fastener Specifications
- Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [10x] - Fastener Specifications
Transmission Converter Cover- Left Side (2) - Install
- Transmission Converter Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Transfer Case Assembly - Install - Transfer Case Assembly Replacement (L84/L87 - F47) - NPO , or Transfer Case Assembly Replacement (L84/L87 & F47) - NPO
Transmission Fluid Cooler Seal (3) - Install NEW
- Remove the caps from the fittings and plugs from the holes before installing the transmission fluid cooler pipes.
- Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe (2) @Automatic Transmission - Install
- Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Connector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (9C1/5W4) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (KL9)
- Fill the transmission to the proper level with NEW transmission fluid. Transmission Fluid Fill Procedure
- Perform the solenoid valve characterization. Q77 Transmission Control Solenoid Valve Characterization Programming
- Pressure regulating solenoid replacement
- Valve body repair or replacement
- Any service/repair in response to a shift quality concern
- Any internal transmission service, repair, overhaul, or replacement
- Torque converter replacement
- TCM replacement
- Transmission assembly replacement
- Perform the service fast learn procedure. Transmission Service Fast Learn Procedure
- Inspect for Leaks
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Position the transmission cooler pipe bracket as necessary.
Rotate the crankshaft balancer center bolt clockwise ONLY, to align the transmission torque converter bolt with the starter opening.
The Service Fast Learn procedure must be performed when one of the following repairs have been made to the vehicle. Failure to perform the procedure after one of the following repairs may result in poor transmission performance, as well as transmission DTCs being set:
The service fast learn procedure must be performed when any of the following repairs has been made to the transmission.