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CVT Automatic Transmission (Service Information): Installation: Installation

NOTE:

Refer to the following table when the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and/or transmission has been replaced to determine if the TCM memory must be erased.

TCM Transaxle Erase Memory?
New Module Not Replaced Not Required
Not Replaced Replaced Relearn Required. Refer to MODULE, TRANSMISSION CONTROL, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Replaced With Used Module N/A
Fig 1: Bell Housing Bolt Holes
GC0084458Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
NOTE:

Verify that both dowel pins are present in the engine before installing the transmission.

  1. Lift transmission into position.
  2. Install the transmission cooler lines.
  3. Install the lower transmission bell housing bolts (2) and tighten to 48 N.m (35 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 2: Supporting Engine With Screw Jack
    GC0084384Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  4. Raise the transmission using a screw jack (2).
    Fig 3: Removing/Installing Through Bolt At Front Transmission Mount & Cross Member
    GC0084428Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  5. Install the transmission crossmember and bolts (2) tighten to 75 N.m (55 ft lbs.).
  6. Install the through bolt at the front transmission mount (1) and tighten to 75 N.m (55 ft lbs.).
    Fig 4: Removing/Installing Transmission Rear Mount Thorough Bolt
    GC0084383Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  7. Install rear mount through bolt (1) and tighten bolt to 75 N.m (55 ft lbs.).
    Fig 5: Removing/Installing Rear Mount To Transaxle Bolts
    GC0084461Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  8. Install rear mount to transmission and tighten bolts (1) to 75 N.m (55 ft lbs.).
    Fig 6: Torque Converter Bolts
    GC0099040Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  9. Install new converter bolts (1) and tighten to 48 N.m (35 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 7: Inspection Cover
    GC0099039Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  10. Install cover at torque converter (1).
  11. Install the Power Transfer Unit (PTU), if equipped. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  12. Install the right and left front lower splash shields.
  13. Install the front skid plate, if equipped.
  14. Install left half and right half shafts to the transmission. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  15. Install both front wheels. Refer to INSTALLATION .
    Fig 8: Bell Housing Bolt Holes
    GC0084458Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  16. Lower vehicle.
  17. Install upper bell housing bolts (1) and tighten to 48 N.m (35 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 9: Upper Transmission Mount Bolts & Upper Transmission Mount
    GC0084459Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  18. Install the upper mount bolts and tighten to 75 N.m (55 ft lbs.).
  19. Install the upper mount through bolt and tighten to 75 N.m (55 ft lbs.).
    Fig 10: Throttle Body Support Bracket
    GC0099037Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  20. Install the throttle body support bracket (1) and tighten to 11 N.m (105 in. lbs.).
    Fig 11: Vent Tube
    GC0099044Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  21. Connect the transmission vent tube (1).
  22. Install the heater hose at transmission cooler tube (3).
    Fig 12: Cooler/Transmission Lines At Cooler
    GC0099034Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  23. WITH FLUID COOLER  , connect the coolant hoses (1) and the transmission fluid lines (2) to the transmission cooler.
    Fig 13: Transmission Fluid Lines
    GC0145333Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  24. WITH BYPASS VALVE  , connect the transmission fluid lines (1) to the transmission fluid bypass valve plate.
    Fig 14: Shifter Cable And Bracket
    GC0084457Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  25. Install the shifter cable (1) and bracket (2), tighten nut to 11 N.m (105 in. lbs.).
  26. Install the vacuum supply lines.
    Fig 15: Inlet Air Tube
    GC0099033Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  27. Install intake air tube (1).
  28. Fill engine coolant system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
    Fig 16: Battery Tray Bottom And Sensor
    GC0084456Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  29. Install the battery tray (1). Refer to TRAY, BATTERY, INSTALLATION .
  30. Install the battery. Refer to BATTERY, INSTALLATION .
    Fig 17: Air Cleaner Assembly
    GC0098415Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  31. Install the air cleaner assembly (1). For 2.0L, refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION . For 2.4L, refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION .
  32. Connect battery cables (2).
    Fig 18: Fill Tube Bolts
    GC0084460Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  33. Install the transmission fill tube (1) tighten bolt to 9 N.m (79 in. lbs.).
  34. Fill the transmission with fluid to the correct level.
    CAUTION:

    Use only MOPAR ® CVTF +4. Use of any other type of automatic transmission fluid may cause damage to the transaxle.

  35. Road test vehicle and inspect for leaks.
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