Automatic Transmission Dipstick - Dipstick Tube: Service and Repair
Filler Tube Replacement^ Tools Required
- J36850 Transjel (R) Transmission Assembly Lubricant
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the fluid level indicator.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove one bolt and the fluid filler tube from the transmission case.
4. Remove the O-ring seal.
5. Inspect the fluid filler tube O-ring for cuts or other damage.
6. Replace as necessary.
Installation Procedure
1. Apply J36850 to the fluid filler tube O-ring.
2. Install the filler tube into the transmission case.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Secure the filler tube with one bolt.
^ Tighten the fluid filler tube bracket bolt to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Install the fluid level indicator.
6. Refill as necessary.
Valve Body and Accumulator Pistons Removal
1. Remove the fluid level indicator.
2. Disconnect the TV cable from the throttle body.
3. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Remove the front propeller shaft.
5. Remove the fluid pan bolts (3) the fluid pan and the gasket (2).
6. Disconnect the TV cable (3) from the TV cable cam (2).
7. Remove the electrical connectors from the Torque Convertor (TCC) solenoid and the shift solenoid assembly.
8. Remove the 1 bolt and the solenoid wiring harness.
9. Remove the valve body filter and gasket.
10. Remove the 14 bolts that attach the valve body (1) to the transmission case.
11. Apply low compressed air slowly to the fluid passages until the air pressure forces the following items out of the case bores:
^ The 2nd brake accumulator
^ The direct clutch accumulator
^ The forward clutch accumulator
12. Inspect the accumulator pistons for the following:
^ Cracks
^ Scarring
^ Damage
13. Inspect the accumulator springs for the following:
^ Weakness
^ Cracks
^ Damage
14. Inspect the piston seals for the following:
^ Cuts
^ Damage
15. Inspect the accumulator case bores for the following:
^ Scars
^ Nicks
^ Pitting
16. For valve body inspection and disassembly.