Clutch Air Pressure Tests: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| 1 - AIR PRESSURE TEST PLATES |
| 2 - 2/4 CLUTCH RETAINER HOLE |
Inoperative clutches can be located by substituting air pressure for fluid pressure. The clutches may be tested by applying air pressure to their respective passages after the valve body has been removed. Use Plate Set 6599-1 (1) and 6599-2 (1) to perform test. See Fig 1.
To make air pressure tests, proceed as follows:
NOTE:
The compressed air supply must be free of all dirt and moisture. Use a pressure of 30 psi.
- Remove oil pan and valve body. (Refer to TRANSMISSION/AUTOMATIC - 42RLE/VALVE BODY - REMOVAL)
- Apply air pressure to the holes in the plates (1), one at a time.
- Listen for the clutch to apply. It will give a slight thud sound. If a large amount of air is heard escaping, the transmission must be removed from vehicle, disassembled and all seals inspected.