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Section 1585 (68RFE Automatic Transmission - (Service Information) - 2500 Hd): Installation

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  1. Check torque converter hub and hub drive flats for sharp edges burrs, scratches, or nicks. Polish the hub and flats with 800/1000 grit paper and crocus cloth if necessary. Verify that the converter hub O-ring is properly installed and is free of any debris. The hub must be smooth to avoid damaging pump seal at installation.
  2. If a replacement transmission is being installed, transfer any components necessary, such as the manual shift lever and shift cable bracket, from the original transmission onto the replacement transmission.
  3. Lubricate oil pump seal lip with transmission fluid.
  4. Align converter and oil pump.
  5. Carefully insert converter in oil pump. Then rotate converter back and forth until fully seated in pump gears.
  6. Check converter seating with steel scale and straightedge. Surface of converter lugs should be in front of the bell housing face about 25 mm, (1 in.).
  7. Temporarily secure converter with C-clamp.
  8. Position transmission on jack and secure it with chains.
  9. Check condition of converter flexplate. Replace the plate if cracked, distorted or damaged. Also be sure transmission dowel pins are seated in engine block and protrude far enough to hold transmission in alignment. 
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  10. Align the close tolerance torque converter bolt hole (1) in the flexplate so that the first torque converter bolt is installed here. The close tolerance bolt hole may be identified by 2 white painted lines (2) flanking the bolt hole.
  11. Apply a light coating of Mopar® High Temp Grease to the torque converter hub pocket in the rear pocket of the engine's crankshaft.
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  12. Raise transmission (2) and align the torque converter with the drive plate and transmission converter housing with the engine block.
  13. Move transmission forward. Then raise, lower or tilt transmission to align the converter housing with engine block dowels while positioning filler tube into the filler tube bore.
  14. Carefully work transmission forward and over engine block dowels until converter hub is seated in crankshaft. Verify that no wires, or the transmission vent hose, have become trapped between the engine block and the transmission.
    CAUTION:

    Ensure that the transmission bell housing and the engine block are flush before installing the bolts. Never utilize the mounting bolts to draw the transmission to the engine.

  15. Install two bolts to attach the transmission to the engine.
  16. Install remaining torque converter housing to engine bolts. Tighten to 68 N.m (50 ft.lbs.).
  17. If equipped, install the transfer case. Refer to INSTALLATION for BW44-46 Trasfer Case or INSTALLATION for BW44-47 Trasfer Case .
  18. Install rear support to transmission. Tighten bolts to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  19. Lower transmission onto crossmember and install nuts attaching transmission mount to crossmember. Tighten bolts to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  20. Remove jackstand from under the engine.
  21. Install the transmission inspection cover. Tighten the bolts to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  22. Install the power bending bracket.
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  23. Install the transmission dust shield.
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  24. Connect gearshift cable to transmission.
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  25. Connect wires to solenoid and pressure switch assembly (2) connector.
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  26. Connect wires to input speed sensor (2).
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  27. Connect wires to output speed sensor (2).
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  28. Connect wires to line pressure sensor (2). Be sure transmission harnesses are properly routed.
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  29. Install the differential pressure sensor bolt (if equipped). Tighten bolt to 10 N.m (88 in. lbs.).
    Fig 1: Torque Converter To Flexplate Bolt Tightening Sequence
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    NOTE:

    Transmission shown removed for clarity.

    CAUTION:

    It is essential that the correct length bolts are used to attach the converter to the flexplate. Bolts that are too long will damage the clutch surface inside the torque converter.

  30. Hand start a NEW  torque converter to flexplate bolt in the torque converter (1) and tighten to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.), then back it off 1/2 turn.
  31. Rotate the crankshaft 180 degrees in a clockwise direction and hand start a NEW  torque converter to flexplate bolt (2) and tighten to the proper (Torque Specifications).
  32. Rotate crankshaft 60 degrees in a clockwise direction and hand start a NEW  torque converter to flexplate bolt (3) and tighten to the proper (Torque Specifications).
  33. Rotate crankshaft 60 degrees in a clockwise direction and hand start a NEW  torque converter to flexplate bolt (4) and tighten to the proper (Torque Specifications). Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  34. Rotate crankshaft 60 degrees and tighten the first bolt installed (1) to the proper (Torque Specifications). Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  35. Rotate crankshaft 60 degrees in a clockwise direction and hand start a NEW  torque converter to flexplate bolt (5) and tighten to the proper (Torque Specifications). Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  36. Rotate crankshaft 60 degrees in a clockwise direction and hand start a NEW  torque converter to flexplate bolt (6) and tighten to the proper (Torque Specifications). Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  37. Connect cooler lines to transmission (Refer to appropriate service information ).
  38. Install transmission fill tube bolt (1). Tighten bolt to the proper (Torque Specifications). Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  39. Install the exhaust (Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM - 2500 HD & 3500 HD ).
    NOTE:

    If the front exhaust pipe is removed/replaced, always replace the turbocharger outlet seal and v-band clamp.

  40. Align and connect propeller shaft(s) (Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT - 2500 HD & 3500 HD ).
  41. Adjust gearshift cable if necessary. Refer to CABLE, SHIFT, ADJUSTMENTS .
  42. Install any skid plates removed previously. Refer to PLATE, SKID, FRONT or PLATE, SKID, TRANSFER CASE, INSTALLATION .
  43. Lower the vehicle.
  44. Fill the transmission with Automatic Transmission Fluid. Refer to FLUID, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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