Valve Body: Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
The Transmission Control Module (TCM), or Transmission Control Module Assembly (TCMA) is extremely sensitive to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Always use a ground strap and follow the ESD guidelines in ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) SENSITIVE DEVICES. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the TCM/TCMA.
- Install the fluid port (1) with new O-rings (2) and seal (3) to the valve body.
- Install the valve body assembly to the transmission using the previously installed (1) (special tool #10379, Pins, Valve Body Alignment) as a guide.
- Use an appropriate tool on one of the alignment pins to assist in holding the valve body in position while installing the remaining fasteners.
- Install the valve body assembly retaining bolts not including 16-18 and hand tighten.
- Remove the pins and install the remaining bolts.
- Using (special tool #10377, Remover/Installer, Guide Sleeve) (1) carefully install the electrical harness insulator (2) to the transmission case (3).
- Lock the electrical connector lock (2) to the internal harness end.
- Install the speed sensor (4) to the case install the retaining bolt (1) and tighten to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
- If equipped, install the Hydraulic Impulse Oil Storage (H.I.S.) accumulator (1).
- Tighten the bolts (2 and 3) to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
- Connect the H.I.S. electrical connector.
- Install the valve body assembly end retainer bolts (3) and hand tighten.
- Tighten the valve body fasteners to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
- Remove the tie strap and return the manual release lever (1) to the original position, tighten the fastener (2) to 35 N.m (26 ft. lbs.).
- Install the oil pan and gasket.
- Install the thirteen oil pan retaining bolts and tighten the fasteners to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.) using the sequence given.
- Connect the plug connector (1).
- Turn the locking mechanism (1) of the harness plug clockwise and lock in place.
- If the valve body is replaced, program the TCM. Refer to MODULE, TRANSMISSION CONTROL, MODULE PROGRAMMING .
- Perform the TRANSMISSION FILL AFTER SERVICE procedure. Refer to FLUID AND FILTER, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Perform the TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST . .