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Line Pressure Adjustment

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  1. Drain the transmission fluid.
    NOTE: The hydraulic pressure test must be performed before attempting any adjustments.
  2. Remove the valve body cover.
  3. Turn the adjusting screw shown in the illustration to adjust the line pressure to the standard value. The pressure increases when the screw is turned counterclockwise.
    NOTE: When adjusting the line pressure, adjust to the middle of the standard value range.

    Standard value: 1.01 - 1.05 MPa (147 - 152 psi) 

  4. Install the valve body cover. Pour in one quart transmission fluid.
  5. Repeat the hydraulic pressure test. (Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER STALL TEST JUDGEMENT RESULTS  ). Readjust the line pressure if necessary.
    Fig 1: Locating Adjusting Screw
    G04541773Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.