Low-Reverse (Rear) Band
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- Drain transmission and remove oil pan. Locate low-reverse band adjusting screw on rear servo lever. See Fig 1. Loosen adjusting screw lock nut and back off about 5 turns. Ensure screw turns freely in lever. Using Wrench (C-3380-A), tighten adjusting screw to 72 INCH lbs. (8 N.m).
- Back off rear adjusting screw. See LOW-REVERSE BAND ADJUSTMENT . Hold adjusting screw in position and tighten lock nut to 35 ft. lbs. (47 N.m). Clean oil pan, install new gasket with pan and fill transmission with fluid.LOW-REVERSE BAND ADJUSTMENT
Application Back Off Screw A-727 2 Turns A-904T/A-998/A-999 4 Turns Adjust band and tighten lock nut to 35 ft. lbs. (47 N.m).