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3-4 Accumulator

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  1. Lubricate accumulator piston, seals and housing piston bore with clean transmission fluid (Figure).
  2. Install new seal rings on accumulator piston.
  3. Install piston and spring in housing.
  4. Install end plate on housing.


  1. Position converter clutch valve and 3-4 SHIFT valve springs in housing (Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Identifying Converter Clutch And 3-4 SHIFT Valve Springs
    G02657871Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  2. Loosely attach accumulator housing with right-side screw (Fig 1). Install only one screw at this time as accumulator must be free to pivot upward for ease of installation.
  3. Install 3-4 SHIFT valve and spring.
  4. Install converter clutch timing valve and spring.
  5. Position plug on end of converter clutch valve spring. Then compress and hold springs and plug in place with fingers of one hand.
  6. Swing accumulator housing upward over valve springs and plug.
  7. Hold accumulator housing firmly in place and install remaining two attaching screws. Be sure springs and clutch valve plug are properly seated (Fig 2). Tighten screws to 4 N.m (35 in. lbs.).
    Fig 2: Identifying Seating 3-4 Accumulator On Lower Housing
    G02657872Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
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