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Automatic Transmission (Service Information): Installation

WARNING:

The fasteners used on the Left Transmission Mount Bracket are of a single usage type and CANNOT  be reused. Once the fasteners are torqued they must be replaced upon any removal. The torque of the fasteners are a higher than torques for a similar sized fastener. Check the service information for proper torque.

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CAUTION:

DO NOT  reuse these transmission mount bracket bolts, as it may lead to bracket bolt failure.

Be sure to check all mounting bracket torque specifications, some fasteners have a torque value higher than most bolts of that size.

  1. Check condition of the 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.
  2. Apply a light coating of Mopar® High Temp Grease to the torque converter hub pocket in the rear pocket of the engine's crankshaft.
  3. Install transmission into position.
    GC0160540Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  4. Install the lower engine-to-transmission fasteners (2) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
    GC0160186Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  5. Install transmission to engine fastener near valve body oil pan and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
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  6. Install the shifter cable and bracket (1) to the transmission and securely tighten the two fasteners.
    NOTE:

    The shifter cable bracket is mounted between the transmission and the left engine mount.

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  7. Connect the cable to the transmission lever (3)
    CAUTION:

    Do not reuse fasteners. Reusing fasteners and not installing new fasteners tightened to the proper torque specifications may lead to catastrophic failure.

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  8. Install all NEW  left side engine mount fasteners. Refer to INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, REAR, INSTALLATION .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
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  10. Connect solenoid/pressure switch assembly connector (2).
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  11. Connect oil cooler lines (4) to transmission. An audible 'click' should be heard. Verify connection by pulling outward.
  12. Connect the turbine speed sensor (5).
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  13. Install the upper transmission-to-engine fasteners (1 & 2) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  14. Install harness ground wire to stud fastener and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  15. Position coolant bottle mounting bracket to core support and tighten fasteners to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  16. Install the coolant bottle. Refer to BOTTLE, PRESSURIZED COOLANT, INSTALLATION .
  17. Raise the vehicle.
    GC0122777Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  18. Install the ground cable fastener and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
    GC0158451Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  19. Connect the two output speed sensor harness connectors (1 and 2)
    GC0160540Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  20. Install the torque converter fasteners (1) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
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  21. Position the starter (2) and install the fasteners (1), tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  22. Install the rear engine mount. Refer to INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, REAR, INSTALLATION .
  23. Install the half shafts. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  24. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
  25. Connect the negative battery cable(s). Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  26. Fill the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  27. Fill the transmission. Refer to FLUID, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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