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Automatic Transmission - Nag1

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NOTE: If the transmission is being reconditioned (clutch/seal replacement) or replaced, it is necessary to perform the TCM Adaptation Procedure using the scan tool. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Fig 1: Disconnecting/Connecting Propeller Shaft
GC0012704Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
1 - PROPELLER SHAFT
2 - BOLTS
3 - PROPELLER SHAFT COUPLER
4 - COMPANION FLANGE
5 - PROPELLER SHAFT PILOT
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle.
  3. Remove the exhaust system.
  4. For AWD vehicles, remove the transfer case. Refer to REMOVAL .
  5. For RWD vehicles:
    • Mark propeller shaft (1) and the transmission flange (4) for assembly alignment.
    • Remove the bolts (2) holding the rear propeller shaft coupler (3) to the transmission flange (4).
    • Slide the propeller shaft (1) rearward until the coupler clears the propeller shaft pilot (5) on the transmission output shaft.
    Fig 2: Starter And Mounting Bolt
    GC0012707Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - STARTER
    2 -BOLTS
    NOTE: The starters are located on the right side of the transmission for RWD vehicles and they are on the left side for AWD vehicles.
  6. Remove the bolts (2) holding the starter motor (1) to the transmission. Refer to REMOVAL .
  7. Remove the starter (1) from the transmission starter pocket and safely relocate.
    Fig 3: Removing/Installing Torque Converter Access Cover
    GC0012706Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - ACCESS COVER
    2 - BOLT
  8. Remove the bolt (2) holding the torque converter access cover (1) to the transmission.
  9. Remove the torque converter access cover (1) from the transmission.
    Fig 4: Removing/Installing Torque Converter Bolts
    GC0012705Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - TORQUE CONVERTER BOLTS
  10. Remove any splash shields necessary to gain access to the crankshaft damper bolts.
  11. For gas engines, rotate crankshaft in clockwise direction until converter bolts (1) are accessible. Then remove bolts (1) one at a time. Rotate crankshaft with socket wrench on dampener bolt.
    Fig 5: Torque Converter To Flex Plate Bolts & Fluid Lines
    GC0039381Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - TORQUE CONVERTER BOLTS
    2 - TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES
  12. For diesel engines, rotate crankshaft in clockwise direction until converter bolts (1) are accessible. Then remove bolts (1) one at a time. Rotate crankshaft with socket wrench on dampener bolt.
    Fig 6: Disconnecting/Connecting Shift Cable
    GC0012703Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - GEARSHIFT CABLE
    2 - GEARSHIFT CABLE BRACKET
    3 - MANUAL SHIFT LEVER
  13. Disconnect the gearshift cable (1) from the transmission manual valve lever (3).
  14. Loosen the bolts holding the shift cable retaining strap (2) to the transmission.
  15. Remove the shift cable (1) from the transmission.
    Fig 7: Removing/Installing Wiring Connector Plug
    GC0012698Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - PLUG CONNECTOR
    2 - ADAPTER PLUG
  16. Disconnect 13-pin plug connector (1). Turn bayonet lock of the adapter plug (2) anti-clockwise.
  17. Remove the 13-pin connector (1) from the transmission.
  18. Remove the fill tube bolt at the transmission case.
    Fig 8: Transmission Lines
    GC0012702Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES
    2 - COOLER LINE FITTINGS
    3 - SUPPORT CLAMPS
  19. Disconnect transmission fluid cooler lines (1) at transmission fittings (2) and clips (3).
  20. Disconnect the transmission vent hose from the transmission.
    Fig 9: Locating Transmission Mount, Crossmember & Bolts
    GC0012701Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  21. Raise transmission slightly with service jack to relieve load on crossmember and supports.
  22. Remove bolts (2) securing rear support and cushion (3) to transmission crossmember (1).
  23. Remove bolts attaching crossmember (1) to frame and remove crossmember.
    Fig 10: Removing/Installing Transmission to Oil Pan Bolts
    GC0012700Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - BOLTS
    2 - ENGINE OIL PAN
    3 - TRANSMISSION
  24. Remove the bolts (1) holding the engine oil pan (2) to the transmission (3), gas engines.
    Fig 11: Removing/Installing Transmission to Engine Bolts
    GC0012699Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - ENGINE
    2 - BOLTS
    3 - TRANSMISSION
  25. Remove all remaining bolts (2) securing the transmission (3) to the engine block (1).
  26. While removing the fill tube from the transmission case, carefully work transmission and torque converter assembly rearward off engine block dowels.
  27. Hold torque converter in place during transmission removal.
  28. Lower transmission and remove assembly from under the vehicle.
  29. To remove torque converter, carefully slide torque converter out of the transmission.
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