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(5) Disconnect the rubber hose from the power
steering reservoir (Fig. 12).
(6) Remove the hose from the vehicle.
REMOVAL - 3/8(GEAR OUTLET HOSE
(1) Drain the power steering fluid from the reser-
voir.
(2) Remove the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
REMOVAL).
(3) Raise and support the vehicle.
(4) Disconnect the rubber hose from the steering
cooler inlet tube (Fig. 11).
(5) Disconnect the metal tube from the power
steering gear (Fig. 11).
(6) Remove the hose from the vehicle.
REMOVAL - INLET COOLER HOSE
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
(2) Drain the power steering fluid out of the reser-
voir.
(3) Remove the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
REMOVAL).
(4) Remove the front fascia grille assembly,(Refer
to 13 - FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT
FASCIA - REMOVAL).
(5) Remove the grille opening reinforcement panel
(6) Place a drain pan under the cooler.
(7) Disconnect the lower hose at cooler (Fig. 6).
(8) Disconnect the cooler hose at the gear.
(9) Remove the bracket holding the cooler hoses
(Fig. 13).
(10) Remove the cooler hose from the vehicle.
REMOVAL - OUTLET COOLER HOSE
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
(2) Drain the power steering fluid out of the reser-
voir.
(3) Remove the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
REMOVAL).
(4) Remove the front fascia grille assembly,(Refer
to 13 - FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT
FASCIA - REMOVAL).
(5) Remove the grille opening reinforcement panel
(6) Place a drain pan under the cooler.
(7) Disconnect the upper hose at cooler (Fig. 6).
(8) Disconnect the cooler hose at the reservoir.
(9) Remove the bracket holding the cooler hoses
(Fig. 13).
(10) Remove the cooler hose from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - 1/2(PRESSURE HOSE
NOTE: Lubrication and a new o-ring must be used
when reinstalling.
(1) Install the hoses to the vehicle.
(2) Reconnect the high pressure hose to the power
steering pump (Fig. 8) Tighten the hose to 22.5 N´m
(17 ft.lbs.).
(3) Reconnect the high pressure hose to the
hydraulic fan motor (Fig. 8) Tighten the hose to 22.5
N´m (17 ft.lbs.).
(4) Install the hose to the clipped position on the
fan shroud.
(5) Install the metal skid plate.
(6) Install the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
INSTALLATION).
(7) Refill the power steering fluid and bleed the
system,(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - 1/2(RETURN HOSE
(1) Install the hoses to the vehicle.
(2) Reconnect the rubber return hose to the power
steering reservoir (Fig. 9) Tighten the hose clamp.
(3) Reconnect the rubber return hose to the
hydraulic fan motor (Fig. 9) Tighten the hose.
(4) Install the metal skid plate.
(5) Install the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
INSTALLATION).
(6) Refill the power steering fluid and bleed the
system,(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
Fig. 13 COOLER HOSES MOUNTING BRACKET
1 - RADIATOR
2 - COOLER HOSES MOUNTING BRACKET
2 - COOLER HOSE
19 - 40 PUMPWJ
HOSES - 4.7L (Continued)

INSTALLATION - 3/8(PRESSURE HOSE
NOTE: Lubrication and a new o-ring must be used
when reinstalling.
(1) Install the hoses to the vehicle.
(2) Reconnect the high pressure hose to the
hydraulic fan motor (Fig. 10) Tighten the hose to
22.5 N´m (17 ft.lbs.).
(3) Reconnect the high pressure hose to the power
steering gear (Fig. 10) Tighten the hose to 22.5 N´m
(17 ft.lbs.).
(4) Install the hose to the clipped position on the
fan shroud.
(5) Install the metal skid plate.
(6) Install the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
INSTALLATION).
(7) Refill the power steering fluid and bleed the
system,(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - 3/8(RETURN HOSE
(1) Install the hoses to the vehicle.
(2) Reconnect the rubber hose to the steering
cooler outlet tube (Fig. 12) Tighten the hose clamp.
(3) Reconnect the rubber hose to the power steer-
ing reservoir (Fig. 12) Tighten the hose clamp.
(4) Install the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
INSTALLATION).
(5) Refill the power steering fluid and bleed the
system,(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - 3/8(GEAR OUTLET HOSE
NOTE: Lubrication and a new o-ring must be used
when reinstalling.
(1) Install the hoses to the vehicle.
(2) Reconnect the rubber hose to the steering
cooler inlet tube (Fig. 11) Tighten the hose clamp.
(3)
Reconnect the metal tube to the power steering
gear (Fig. 11) Tighten the hose to 22.5 N´m (17 ft.lbs.).
(4) Install the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
INSTALLATION).
(5) Refill the power steering fluid and bleed the
system,(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - INLET COOLER HOSE
(1) Install the cooler hose to the vehicle.
(2) Reconnect the cooler hose at the gear.
(3) Reconnect the lower hose at cooler (Fig. 6).
Tighten the hose to 22.5 N´m (17 ft.lbs.)
(4) Install the bracket holding the cooler hoses
(Fig. 13).(5) Install the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
INSTALLATION).
(6) Install the grille opening reinforcement panel
(7) Install the front fascia grille assembly, (Refer to
13 - FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT
FASCIA - INSTALLATION).
(8) Reconnect negative battery cable at battery.
(9) Refill the power steering fluid and bleed the
system,(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - OUTLET COOLER HOSE
(1) Install the cooler hose to the vehicle.
(2) Reconnect the cooler hose at the reservoir.
(3) Reconnect the upper hose at the cooler (Fig. 6).
Tighten the hose to 22.5 N´m (17 ft. lbs.)
(4) Install the bracket holding the cooler hoses
(Fig. 13). Tighten the bracket to 22.5 N´m (17 ft. lbs.)
(5) Install the air box,(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER HOUSING -
INSTALLATION).
(6) Install the grille opening reinforcement panel
(7) Install the front fascia grille assembly, (Refer to
13 - FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT
FASCIA - INSTALLATION).
(8) Reconnect negative battery cable at battery.
(9) Refill the power steering fluid and bleed the
system,(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
PULLEY
DESCRIPTION
POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY - 3.1L
DIESEL
To service the power steering pump pulley on the
3.1L turbo diesel engine. Refer to the power steering
pump removal and installation procedure in this
group. The pulley must be removed to service the
pump assembly. Detailed instructions are provided in
the pump procedure.
REMOVAL
CAUTION: On vehicles equipped with the 4.0L or
4.7L, Do not reuse the old power steering pump
pulley it is not intended for reuse. A new pulley
must be installed if removed.
(1) Remove pump assembly.
(2) Remove pulley from pump with Puller C-4333
or equivalent puller (Fig. 14).
WJPUMP 19 - 41
HOSES - 4.7L (Continued)

TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE..........1
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 545RFE......177TRANSFER CASE - NV242................280
TRANSFER CASE - NV247................315
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE
DESCRIPTION..........................3
OPERATION............................5
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION......................11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - PRELIMINARY . 11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ROAD
TESTING............................11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HYDRAULIC
PRESSURE TEST.....................12
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AIR CHECKING
TRANSMISSION CLUTCH AND BAND
OPERATION.........................15
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CONVERTER
HOUSING FLUID LEAK.................15
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DIAGNOSIS
CHARTS............................16
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ALUMINUM
THREAD REPAIR......................26
REMOVAL.............................27
DISASSEMBLY.........................29
CLEANING............................34
INSPECTION..........................34
ASSEMBLY............................34
INSTALLATION.........................41
SCHEMATICS AND DIAGRAMS
HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS..............43
SPECIFICATIONS
TRANSMISSION......................55
SPECIAL TOOLS
RE TRANSMISSIONS..................57
ACCUMULATOR
DESCRIPTION.........................60
OPERATION...........................60
INSPECTION..........................60BANDS
DESCRIPTION.........................61
OPERATION...........................61
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTMENT - BANDS................62
BRAKE TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK
MECHANISM
DESCRIPTION.........................63
OPERATION...........................63
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - BRAKE
TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK.......63
ADJUSTMENTS - BRAKE TRANSMISSION
SHIFT INTERLOCK....................64
ELECTRONIC GOVERNOR
DESCRIPTION.........................65
OPERATION...........................65
REMOVAL.............................67
INSTALLATION.........................67
EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING
REMOVAL.............................68
INSTALLATION.........................68
EXTENSION HOUSING SEAL
REMOVAL.............................69
INSTALLATION.........................69
FLUID AND FILTER
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - EFFECTS OF
INCORRECT FLUID LEVEL..............69
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CAUSES OF
BURNT FLUID........................69
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FLUID
CONTAMINATION.....................70
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FLUID LEVEL
CHECK.............................70
WJTRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE 21 - 1

FOURTH GEAR POWERFLOW
Fourth gear overdrive range is electronically con-
trolled and hydraulically activated. Various sensor
inputs are supplied to the powertrain control module
to operate the overdrive solenoid on the valve body.
The solenoid contains a check ball that opens and
closes a vent port in the 3-4 shift valve feed passage.
The overdrive solenoid (and check ball) are not ener-
gized in first, second, third, or reverse gear. The vent
port remains open, diverting line pressure from the
2-3 shift valve away from the 3-4 shift valve. The
overdrive control switch must be in the ON position
to transmit overdrive status to the PCM. A 3-4
upshift occurs only when the overdrive solenoid is
energized by the PCM. The PCM energizes the over-
drive solenoid during the 3-4 upshift. This causes the
solenoid check ball to close the vent port allowing
line pressure from the 2-3 shift valve to act directly
on the 3-4 upshift valve. Line pressure on the 3-4
shift valve overcomes valve spring pressure moving
the valve to the upshift position. This action exposes
the feed passages to the 3-4 timing valve, 3-4 quick
fill valve, 3-4 accumulator, and ultimately to the
overdrive piston. Line pressure through the timing
valve moves the overdrive piston into contact with
the overdrive clutch. The direct clutch is disengaged
before the overdrive clutch is engaged. The boost
valve provides increased fluid apply pressure to the
overdrive clutch during 3-4 upshifts, and when accel-
erating in fourth gear. The 3-4 accumulator cushions
overdrive clutch engagement to smooth 3-4 upshifts.
The accumulator is charged at the same time as
apply pressure acts against the overdrive piston.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
Automatic transmission problems can be a result of
poor engine performance, incorrect fluid level, incor-
rect linkage or cable adjustment, band or hydraulic
control pressure adjustments, hydraulic system mal-
functions or electrical/mechanical component mal-
functions. Begin diagnosis by checking the easily
accessible items such as: fluid level and condition,
linkage adjustments and electrical connections. A
road test will determine if further diagnosis is neces-
sary.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - PRELIMINARY
Two basic procedures are required. One procedure
for vehicles that are drivable and an alternate proce-
dure for disabled vehicles (will not back up or move
forward).
VEHICLE IS DRIVEABLE
(1) Check for transmission fault codes using DRBt
scan tool.
(2) Check fluid level and condition.
(3) Adjust throttle and gearshift linkage if com-
plaint was based on delayed, erratic, or harsh shifts.
(4) Road test and note how transmission upshifts,
downshifts, and engages.
(5) Perform hydraulic pressure test if shift prob-
lems were noted during road test.
(6) Perform air-pressure test to check clutch-band
operation.
VEHICLE IS DISABLED
(1) Check fluid level and condition.
(2) Check for broken or disconnected gearshift or
throttle linkage.
(3) Check for cracked, leaking cooler lines, or loose
or missing pressure-port plugs.
(4) Raise and support vehicle on safety stands,
start engine, shift transmission into gear, and note
following:
(a) If propeller shaft turns but wheels do not,
problem is with differential or axle shafts.
(b) If propeller shaft does not turn and transmis-
sion is noisy, stop engine. Remove oil pan, and
check for debris. If pan is clear, remove transmis-
sion and check for damaged drive plate, converter,
oil pump, or input shaft.
(c) If propeller shaft does not turn and transmis-
sion is not noisy, perform hydraulic-pressure test to
determine if problem is hydraulic or mechanical.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ROAD TESTING
Before road testing, be sure the fluid level and con-
trol cable adjustments have been checked and
adjusted if necessary. Verify that diagnostic trouble
codes have been resolved.
Observe engine performance during the road test.
A poorly tuned engine will not allow accurate analy-
sis of transmission operation.
Operate the transmission in all gear ranges. Check
for shift variations and engine flare which indicates
slippage. Note if shifts are harsh, spongy, delayed,
early, or if part throttle downshifts are sensitive.
Slippage indicated by engine flare, usually means
clutch, band or overrunning clutch problems. If the
condition is advanced, an overhaul will be necessary
to restore normal operation.
A slipping clutch or band can often be determined
by comparing which internal units are applied in the
various gear ranges. The Clutch and Band Applica-
tion chart provides a basis for analyzing road test
results.
WJAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE 21 - 11
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE (Continued)

CLUTCH AND BAND APPLICATION CHART
SHIFT
LEVER
POSI-
TIONTRANSMISSION CLUTCHES AND BANDS OVERDRIVE CLUTCHES
FRONT
CLUTCHFRONT
BANDREAR
CLUTCHREAR
BANDOVER-
RUNNING
CLUTCHOVER-
DRIVE
CLUTCHDIRECT
CLUTCHOVER-
RUNNING
CLUTCH
Reverse X X X
Drive -
FirstXXXX
Drive -
SecondXX X X
Drive -
ThirdXX XX
Drive -
FourthXX X
Manual
SecondXXXXX
Manual
FirstXX X X X
Note that the rear clutch is applied in all forward
ranges (D, 2, 1). The transmission overrunning clutch
is applied in first gear (D, 2 and 1 ranges) only. The
rear band is applied in 1 and R range only.
Note that the overdrive clutch is applied only in
fourth gear and the overdrive direct clutch and over-
running clutch are applied in all ranges except fourth
gear.
For example: If slippage occurs in first gear in D
and 2 range but not in 1 range, the transmission
overrunning clutch is faulty. Similarly, if slippage
occurs in any two forward gears, the rear clutch is
slipping.
Applying the same method of analysis, note that
the front and rear clutches are applied simulta-
neously only in D range third and fourth gear. If the
transmission slips in third gear, either the front
clutch or the rear clutch is slipping.
If the transmission slips in fourth gear but not in
third gear, the overdrive clutch is slipping. By select-
ing another gear which does not use these clutches,
the slipping unit can be determined. For example, if
the transmission also slips in Reverse, the front
clutch is slipping. If the transmission does not slip in
Reverse, the rear clutch is slipping.
If slippage occurs during the 3-4 shift or only in
fourth gear, the overdrive clutch is slipping. Simi-
larly, if the direct clutch were to fail, the transmis-
sion would lose both reverse gear and overrun
braking in 2 position (manual second gear).
If the transmission will not shift to fourth gear, the
control switch, overdrive solenoid or related wiring
may also be the problem cause.This process of elimination can be used to identify
a slipping unit and check operation. Proper use of
the Clutch and Band Application Chart is the key.
Although road test analysis will help determine the
slipping unit, the actual cause of a malfunction usu-
ally cannot be determined until hydraulic and air
pressure tests are performed. Practically any condi-
tion can be caused by leaking hydraulic circuits or
sticking valves.
Unless a malfunction is obvious, such as no drive
in D range first gear, do not disassemble the trans-
mission. Perform the hydraulic and air pressure tests
to help determine the probable cause.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HYDRAULIC
PRESSURE TEST
Hydraulic test pressures range from a low of one
psi (6.895 kPa) governor pressure, to 300 psi (2068
kPa) at the rear servo pressure port in reverse.
An accurate tachometer and pressure test gauges
are required. Test Gauge C-3292 has a 100 psi range
and is used at the accumulator, governor, and front
servo ports. Test Gauge C-3293-SP has a 300 psi
range and is used at the rear servo and overdrive
ports where pressures exceed 100 psi.
Pressure Test Port Locations
Test ports are located at both sides of the transmis-
sion case (Fig. 9).
Line pressure is checked at the accumulator port
on the right side of the case. The front servo pressure
port is at the right side of the case just behind the
filler tube opening.
21 - 12 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42REWJ
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE (Continued)

TEST CONDITION INDICATION
Governor pressure low at
all mph figuresFaulty governor pressure
solenoid, transmission
control module, or
governor pressure
sensor
Lubrication pressure low
at all throttle positionsClogged fluid cooler or
lines, seal rings leaking,
worn pump bushings,
pump, clutch retainer, or
clogged filter.
Line pressure high Output shaft plugged,
sticky regulator valve
Line pressure low Sticky regulator valve,
clogged filter, worn pump
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AIR CHECKING
TRANSMISSION CLUTCH AND BAND
OPERATION
Air-pressure testing can be used to check transmis-
sion front/rear clutch and band operation. The test
can be conducted with the transmission either in the
vehicle or on the work bench, as a final check, after
overhaul.
Air-pressure testing requires that the oil pan and
valve body be removed from the transmission. The
servo and clutch apply passages are shown (Fig. 10).
Front Clutch Air Test
Place one or two fingers on the clutch housing and
apply air pressure through front clutch apply pas-
sage. Piston movement can be felt and a soft thump
heard as the clutch applies.
Rear Clutch Air Test
Place one or two fingers on the clutch housing and
apply air pressure through rear clutch apply passage.
Piston movement can be felt and a soft thump heard
as the clutch applies.
Front Servo Apply Air Test
Apply air pressure to the front servo apply pas-
sage. The servo rod should extend and cause the
band to tighten around the drum. Spring pressure
should release the servo when air pressure is
removed.
Rear Servo Air Test
Apply air pressure to the rear servo apply passage.
The servo rod should extend and cause the band to
tighten around the drum. Spring pressure should
release the servo when air pressure is removed.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CONVERTER
HOUSING FLUID LEAK
When diagnosing converter housing fluid leaks,
two items must be established before repair.
(1) Verify that a leak condition actually exists.
(2) Determined the true source of the leak.
Some suspected converter housing fluid leaks may
not be leaks at all. They may only be the result of
residual fluid in the converter housing, or excess
fluid spilled during factory fill or fill after repair.
Converter housing leaks have several potential
sources. Through careful observation, a leak source
can be identified before removing the transmission
for repair. Pump seal leaks tend to move along the
drive hub and onto the rear of the converter. Pump
body leaks follow the same path as a seal leak (Fig.
11). Pump vent or pump attaching bolt leaks are gen-
erally deposited on the inside of the converter hous-
ing and not on the converter itself (Fig. 11). Pump
o-ring or gasket leaks usually travel down the inside
of the converter housing. Front band lever pin plug
Fig. 10 Air Pressure Test Passages
1 - REAR SERVO APPLY
2 - FRONT SERVO APPLY
3 - PUMP SUCTION
4 - FRONT CLUTCH APPLY
5 - FRONT SERVO RELEASE
6 - LINE PRESSURE TO ACCUMULATOR
7 - PUMP PRESSURE
8 - TO CONVERTER
9 - REAR CLUTCH APPLY
10 - FROM CONVERTER
11 - TO COOLER
WJAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE 21 - 15
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE (Continued)

DIAGNOSIS CHARTS
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
HARSH
ENGAGEMENT
(FROM NEUTRAL TO
DRIVE OR REVERSE)1. Fluid Level Low. 1. Add Fluid
2. Throttle Linkage Mis-adjusted. 2. Adjust linkage - setting may be too long.
3. Mount and Driveline Bolts
Loose.3. Check engine mount, transmission mount,
propeller shaft, rear spring to body bolts, rear
control arms, crossmember and axle bolt torque.
Tighten loose bolts and replace missing bolts.
4. U-Joint Worn/Broken. 4. Remove propeller shaft and replace U-Joint.
5. Axle Backlash Incorrect. 5. Check per Service Manual. Correct as needed.
6. Hydraulic Pressure Incorrect. 6. Check pressure. Remove, overhaul or adjust
valve body as needed.
7. Band Mis-adjusted. 7. Adjust rear band.
8. Valve Body Check Balls Missing. 8. Inspect valve body for proper check ball
installation.
9. Axle Pinion Flange Loose. 9. Replace nut and check pinion threads before
installing new nut. Replace pinion gear if threads
are damaged.
10. Clutch, band or planetary
component damaged.10. Remove, disassemble and repair transmission
as necessary.
11. Converter Clutch Faulty. 11. Replace converter and flush cooler and line
before installing new converter.
DELAYED
ENGAGEMENT
(FROM NEUTRAL TO
DRIVE OR REVERSE)1. Fluid Level Low. 1. Correct level and check for leaks.
2. Filter Clogged. 2. Change filter.
3. Gearshift Linkage Mis-adjusted. 3. Adjust linkage and repair linkage if worn or
damaged.
4. Torque Converter Drain Back
(Oil drains from torque converter
into transmission sump).4. If vehicle moves normally after 5 seconds after
shifting into gear, no repair is necessary. If longer,
inspect pump bushing for wear. Replace pump
house.
5. Rear Band Mis-adjusted. 5. Adjust band.
6. Valve Body Filter Plugged. 6. Replace fluid and filter. If oil pan and old fluid
were full of clutch disc material and/or metal
particles, overhaul will be necessary.
7. Oil Pump Gears Worn/Damaged. 7. Remove transmission and replace oil pump.
8. Governor Circuit and Solenoid
Valve Electrical Fault.8. Test with DRBTscan tool and repair as
required.
9. Hydraulic Pressure Incorrect. 9. Perform pressure test, remove transmission
and repair as needed.
10. Reaction Shaft Seal Rings
Worn/Broken.10. Remove transmission, remove oil pump and
replace seal rings.
11. Rear Clutch/Input Shaft, Rear
Clutch Seal Rings Damaged.11. Remove and disassemble transmission and
repair as necessary.
12. Regulator Valve Stuck. 12. Clean.
13. Cooler Plugged. 13. Transfer case failure can plug cooler.
WJAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE 21 - 17
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE (Continued)

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
NO DRIVE RANGE
(REVERSE OK)1. Fluid Level Low. 1. Add fluid and check for leaks if drive is
restored.
2. Gearshift Linkage/Cable
Loose/Misadjusted.2. Repair or replace linkage components.
3. Rear Clutch Burnt. 3. Remove and disassemble transmission and
rear clutch and seals. Repair/replace worn or
damaged parts as needed.
4. Valve Body Malfunction. 4. Remove and disassemble valve body. Replace
assembly if any valves or bores are damaged.
5. Transmission Overrunning
Clutch Broken.5. Remove and disassemble transmission.
Replace overrunning clutch.
6. Input Shaft Seal Rings
Worn/Damaged.6. Remove and disassemble transmission.
Replace seal rings and any other worn or
damaged parts.
7. Front Planetary Failed Broken. 7. Remove and repair.
NO DRIVE OR
REVERSE (VEHICLE
WILL NOT MOVE)1. Fluid Level Low. 1. Add fluid and check for leaks if drive is
restored.
2. Gearshift Linkage/Cable
Loose/Misadjusted.2. Inspect, adjust and reassemble linkage as
needed. Replace worn/damaged parts.
3. U-Joint/Axle/Transfer Case
Broken.3. Perform preliminary inspection procedure for
vehicle that will not move. Refer to procedure in
diagnosis section.
4. Filter Plugged. 4. Remove and disassemble transmission. Repair
or replace failed components as needed. Replace
filter. If filter and fluid contained clutch material or
metal particles, an overhaul may be necessary.
Perform lube flow test. Flush oil. Replace cooler
as necessary.
5. Oil Pump Damaged. 5. Perform pressure test to confirm low pressure.
Replace pump body assembly if necessary.
6. Valve Body Malfunctioned. 6. Check and inspect valve body. Replace valve
body (as assembly) if any valve or bore is
damaged. Clean and reassemble correctly if all
parts are in good condition.
7. Transmission Internal
Component Damaged.7. Remove and disassemble transmission. Repair
or replace failed components as needed.
8. Park Sprag not Releasing -
Check Stall Speed, Worn/
Damaged/Stuck.8. Remove, disassemble, repair.
9. Torque Converter Damage. 9. Inspect and replace as required.
21 - 18 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42REWJ
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE (Continued)

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
SHIFTS DELAYED OR
ERRATIC (SHIFTS
ALSO HARSH AT
TIMES)1. Fluid Level Low/High. 1. Correct fluid level and check for leaks if low.
2. Fluid Filter Clogged. 2. Replace filter. If filter and fluid contained clutch
material or metal particles, an overhaul may be
necessary. Perform lube flow test.
3. Throttle Linkage Mis-adjusted. 3. Adjust linkage as described in service section.
4. Throttle Linkage Binding. 4. Check cable for binding. Check for return to
closed throttle at transmission.
5. Gearshift Linkage/Cable
Mis-adjusted.5. Adjust linkage/cable as described in service
section.
6. Clutch or Servo Failure. 6. Remove valve body and air test clutch, and
band servo operation. Disassemble and repair
transmission as needed.
7. Governor Circuit Electrical Fault. 7. Test using DRBTscan tool and repair as
required.
8. Front Band Mis-adjusted. 8. Adjust band.
9. Pump Suction Passage Leak. 9. Check for excessive foam on dipstick after
normal driving. Check for loose pump bolts,
defective gasket. Replace pump assembly if
needed.
NO REVERSE (D
RANGES OK)1. Gearshift Linkage/Cable
Mis-adjusted/Damaged.1. Repair or replace linkage parts as needed.
2. Park Sprag Sticking. 2. Replace overdrive annulus gear.
3. Rear Band Mis-adjusted/Worn. 3. Adjust band; replace.
4. Valve Body Malfunction. 4. Remove and service valve body. Replace valve
body if any valves or valve bores are worn or
damaged.
5. Rear Servo Malfunction. 5. Remove and disassemble transmission.
Replace worn/damaged servo parts as necessary.
6. Direct Clutch in Overdrive Worn. 6. Disassemble overdrive. Replace worn or
damaged parts.
7. Front Clutch Burnt. 7. Remove and disassemble transmission.
Replace worn, damaged clutch parts as required.
HAS FIRST/REVERSE
ONLY (NO 1-2 OR 2-3
UPSHIFT)1. Governor Circuit Electrical Fault. 1. Test using DRBTscan tool and repair as
required.
2. Valve Body Malfunction. 2. Repair stuck 1-2 shift valve or governor plug.
3. Front Servo/Kickdown Band
Damaged/Burned.3. Repair/replace.
MOVES IN 2ND OR
3RD GEAR,
ABRUPTLY
DOWNSHIFTS TO
LOW1. Valve Body Malfunction. 1. Remove, clean and inspect. Look for stuck 1-2
valve or governor plug.
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CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
NO LOW GEAR
(MOVES IN 2ND OR
3RD GEAR ONLY)1. Governor Circuit Electrical Fault. 1. Test with DRBTscan tool and repair as
required.
2. Valve Body Malfunction. 2. Remove, clean and inspect. Look for sticking
1-2 shift valve, 2-3 shift valve, governor plug or
broken springs.
3. Front Servo Piston Cocked in
Bore.3. Inspect servo and repair as required.
4. Front Band Linkage Malfunction 4. Inspect linkage and look for bind in linkage.
NO KICKDOWN OR
NORMAL
DOWNSHIFT1. Throttle Linkage Mis-adjusted. 1. Adjust linkage.
2. Accelerator Pedal Travel
Restricted.2. Verify floor mat is not under pedal, repair worn
accelerator cable or bent brackets.
3. Valve Body Hydraulic Pressures
Too High or Too Low Due to Valve
Body Malfunction or Incorrect
Hydraulic Control Pressure
Adjustments.3. Perform hydraulic pressure tests to determine
cause and repair as required. Correct valve body
pressure adjustments as required.
4. Governor Circuit Electrical Fault. 4. Test with DRBTscan tool and repair as
required.
5. Valve Body Malfunction. 5. Perform hydraulic pressure tests to determine
cause and repair as required. Correct valve body
pressure adjustments as required.
6. TPS Malfunction. 6. Replace sensor, check with DRBTscan tool.
7. PCM Malfunction. 7. Check with DRBTscan tool and replace if
required.
8. Valve Body Malfunction. 8. Repair sticking 1-2, 2-3 shift valves, governor
plugs, 3-4 solenoid, 3-4 shift valve, 3-4 timing
valve.
STUCK IN LOW
GEAR (WILL NOT
UPSHIFT)1. Throttle Linkage Mis-adjusted/
Stuck.1. Adjust linkage and repair linkage if worn or
damaged. Check for binding cable or missing
return spring.
2. Gearshift Linkage Mis-adjusted. 2. Adjust linkage and repair linkage if worn or
damaged.
3. Governor Component Electrical
Fault.3. Check operating pressures and test with DRBT
scan tool, repair faulty component.
4. Front Band Out of Adjustment. 4. Adjust Band.
5. Clutch or Servo Malfunction. 5. Air pressure check operation of clutches and
bands. Repair faulty component.
CREEPS IN
NEUTRAL1. Gearshift Linkage Mis-adjusted. 1. Adjust linkage.
2. Rear Clutch Dragging/Warped. 2. Disassemble and repair.
3. Valve Body Malfunction. 3. Perform hydraulic pressure test to determine
cause and repair as required.
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