Valve Body: Installation

NOTE: If valve body assembly is being replaced or reconditioned, it is necessary to perform the TCM Quick Learn Procedure. Refer to DIAGNOSIS - 41TE article.

Install valve body assembly to transaxle. (Fig 1). Install and torque valve body-to-transaxle case bolts to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.). (Fig 2).

Fig 1: Installing Valve Body
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Fig 2: Installing Valve Body Attaching Bolts
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Install transaxle oil filter. (Fig 3). Inspect the O-ring and replace if necessary.

Fig 3: Installing Oil Filter
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Ensure the transaxle oil pan and transaxle case sealing surfaces are clean and dry. Install an 1/8" bead of Mopar® ATF RTV (MS-GF41) to the oil pan and install. (Fig 4). Torque oil pan-to-transaxle case bolts to 19 N.m (165 in. lbs.). (Fig 5).

Fig 4: Installing Oil Pan
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Fig 5: Tightening Oil Pan Bolts
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Lower vehicle.
Connect transmission range sensor connector.
Install manual valve lever to manual shaft.
Install gearshift cable to manual valve lever.
Install air cleaner/throttle body assembly.
Connect battery negative cable.
Fill transaxle with Mopar® ATF +4 Transmission fluid. (Refer to FLUID ).