DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual

(17) Using moderate pressure, press down and
hold (near indicator) the UD clutch pack with screw-
driver or suitable tool and zero dial indicator (Fig.
278). When releasing pressure on clutch pack, indica-
tor reading should advance 0.005±0.010.
CAUTION: Do not apply more than 30 psi (206 kPa)
to the underdrive clutch pack.
(18) Apply 30 psi (206 kPa) to the underdrive hose
on Tool 8391 and measure UD clutch clearance. Mea-
sure and record UD clutch pack measurement in four
(4) places, 90É apart.
(19) Take average of four measurements and com-
pare with UD clutch pack clearance specification.
Underdrive clutch pack clearance must be 0.94-
1.50 mm (0.037-0.059 in.).
(20) If necessary, select the proper reaction plate
to achieve specifications:
UNDERDRIVE REACTION PLATE THICKNESS
4659939AB 5.837-5.937 mm (0.230-0.234 in.)
4659940AB 6.147-6.248 mm (0.242-0.246 in.)
4659941AB 6.457-6.557 mm (0.254-0.258 in.)
Fig. 276 Input Clutch Assembly on Pressure Fixture
Tool 8391
1 - INPUT CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
2 - INPUT CLUTCH PRESSURE FIXTURE 8391
Fig. 277 Set Up Dial Indicator to Measure UD Clutch
Clearance
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
2 - UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH
Fig. 278 Press Down on UD Clutch Pack and Zero
Dial Indicator
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
2 - UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH
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(21) Install the OD clutch pack (four frictions/three
steels) (Fig. 279).
(22) Install OD reaction plate waved snap ring
(Fig. 280).(23) Install the OD/Reverse reaction plate with
large step down (towards OD clutch pack) (Fig. 281).
(24) Install OD reaction plate flat snap ring (Fig.
282).
Fig. 279 Install OD Clutch Pack
1 - OVERDRIVE CLUTCH PACK
Fig. 280 Install Waved Snap Ring
1 - OVERDRIVE REACTION PLATE WAVED SNAP RING
2 - SCREWDRIVER
Fig. 281 OD/Reverse Reaction Plate
1 - OVERDRIVE/REVERSE PRESSURE PLATE
2 - (STEP SIDE DOWN)
Fig. 282 Install Flat Snap Ring
1 - ARBOR PRESS RAM
2 - TOOL 5059A
3 - FLAT SNAP RING
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(25) Measure OD clutch pack clearance. Set up
dial indicator on top of the OD/Reverse reaction plate
as shown in (Fig. 283).
(26) Zero dial indicator and apply 30 psi (206 kPa)
air pressure to the overdrive clutch hose on Tool
8391. Measure and record OD clutch pack measure-
ment in four (4) places, 90É apart.
(27) Take average of four measurements and com-
pare with OD clutch pack clearance specification.
The overdrive (OD) clutch pack clearance is
1.07-3.25 mm (0.042-0.128 in.).
If not within specifications, the clutch is not
assembled properly. There is no adjustment for the
OD clutch clearance.
(28) Install reverse clutch pack (two frictions/one
steel) (Fig. 284).
(29) Install reverse clutch reaction plate with the
flat side down towards reverse clutch (Fig. 285).
(30) Tap reaction plate down to allow installation
of the reverse clutch snap ring. Install reverse clutch
snap ring (Fig. 286).(31) Pry up reverse reaction plate to seat against
snap ring (Fig. 287).
(32) Set up a dial indicator on the reverse clutch
pack as shown in (Fig. 288).
(33) Using moderate pressure, press down and
hold (near indicator) reverse clutch disc with screw-
driver or suitable tool and zero dial indicator (Fig.
289). When releasing pressure, indicator should
advance 0.005-0.010. as clutch pack relaxes.
Fig. 283 Measure OD Clutch Pack Clearance
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
2 - OD/REVERSE REACTION PLATE
Fig. 284 Install Reverse Clutch Pack
1 - REVERSE CLUTCH PLATE
2 - REVERSE CLUTCH DISCS
Fig. 285 Install Reaction Plate
1 - REVERSE CLUTCH REACTION PLATE (FLAT SIDE DOWN)
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(34) Apply 30 psi (206 kPa) air pressure to the
reverse clutch hose on Tool 8391. Measure and record
reverse clutch pack measurement in four (4) places,
90É apart.
Fig. 286 Install Reverse Clutch Snap Ring
1 - REVERSE CLUTCH SNAP RING (SELECT)
2 - SCREWDRIVER
3 - REVERSE CLUTCH REACTION PLATE
Fig. 287 Pry Up Reaction Plate to Seat Against Snap
Ring
1 - SCREWDRIVER
2 - SNAP RING
3 - SCREWDRIVER
4 - MUST RAISE REVERSE REACTION PLATE TO RAISE SNAP
RING
Fig. 288 Measure Reverse Clutch Pack Clearance
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
2 - REVERSE CLUTCH
Fig. 289 Press Down on Reverse Clutch and Zero
Indicator
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
2 - REVERSE CLUTCH
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(35) Take average of four measurements and com-
pare with reverse clutch pack clearance specification.
The reverse clutch pack clearance is 0.89-1.37
mm (0.035-0.054 in.).Select the proper reverse
clutch snap ring to achieve specifications:
REVERSE CLUTCH SNAP RING THICKNESS
4377195 1.53-1.58 mm (0.060-0.062 in.)
4412871 1.77-1.83 mm (0.070-0.072 in.)
4412872 2.02-2.07 mm (0.080-0.082 in.)
4412873 2.27-2.32 mm (0.090-0.091 in.)
(36) To complete the assembly, reverse clutch and
overdrive clutch must be removed .
(37) Install the #2 needle bearing (Fig. 290).
(38) Install the underdrive shaft assembly (Fig.
291).
(39) Install the #3 thrust washer to the underdrive
shaft assembly. Be sure five tabs are seated properly
(Fig. 292).
(40) Install the #3 thrust plate to the bottom of the
overdrive shaft assembly. Retain with petrolatum or
transmission assembly gel (Fig. 293).(41) Install the overdrive shaft assembly (Fig.
294).
(42) Reinstall overdrive and reverse clutch as
shown.Rechecking these clutch clearances is
not necessary.
Fig. 290 Install No. 2 Needle Bearing
1 - #2 NEEDLE BEARING (NOTE 3 SMALL TABS)
2 - TABS UP
Fig. 291 Install Underdrive Shaft Assembly
1 - UNDERDRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
2 - #2 NEEDLE BEARING
Fig. 292 Install No. 3 Thrust Washer
1 - #3 THRUST WASHER (NOTE 5 TABS)
2 - UNDERDRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
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OIL PUMP
DESCRIPTION
The oil pump is located in the pump housing inside
the bell housing of the transaxle case (Fig. 295). The
oil pump consists of an inner and outer gear, a hous-
ing, and a cover that also serves as the reaction shaft
support.
OPERATION
As the torque converter rotates, the converter hub
rotates the inner and outer gears. As the gears
rotate, the clearance between the gear teeth
increases in the crescent area, and creates a suctionat the inlet side of the pump. This suction draws
fluid through the pump inlet from the oil pan. As the
clearance between the gear teeth in the crescent area
decreases, it forces pressurized fluid into the pump
outlet and to the valve body.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - OIL PUMP VOLUME
CHECK
Measuring oil pump output volume will determine
if sufficient flow to the transmission oil cooler exists,
and whether or not an internal transmission failure
is present.
Verify that transmission fluid is at the proper
level. If adding fluid is necessary, fill to the proper
level with Moparž ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission
Fluid±Type 9602). The following procedure is to
check oil pump output volume:
(1) Using hose cutters or a suitable blade, cut the
ªto coolerº (Fig. 296) line off flush with the cooler
inlet fitting and place a collection container under
the open line .
CAUTION: With the fluid set at the proper level,
fluid collection should not exceed (1) quart or inter-
nal damage to the transmission may occur.
(2) Start engine and runat curb idle speed, with
the shift selector in neutral.
Fig. 293 Install No. 3 Thrust Plate
1 - OVERDRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
2 - DABS OF PETROLATUM (FOR RETENTION)
3 - #3 THRUST PLATE (NOTE 3 TABS)
Fig. 294 Install Overdrive Shaft Assembly
1 - OVERDRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
2 - #3 THRUST PLATE
3 - #3 THRUST WASHER
Fig. 295 Oil Pump Assembly
1 - PUMP HOUSING
2 - OUTER PUMP GEAR
3 - INNER PUMP GEAR
4 - REACTION SHAFT SUPPORT
5 - SEAL RINGS (4)
6 - REACTION SHAFT
7 - CRESCENT
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(3) If one quart of ATF is collected in 20 seconds or
less, flow is within acceptable limits. If fluid flow is
intermittent or it takes more than 20 seconds to col-
lect one quart of ATF, (Refer to 21 - TRANSMIS-
SION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 41TE -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
(4) Inspect the cooler hose for damage. Replace if
necessary.
(5) Re-connect the to cooler line to the transmis-
sion using a service splice kit. Refer to instructions
inclued with the kit.
(6) Refill the transaxle to proper level with
Moparž ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid±Type
9602).
DISASSEMBLY
When disassembling the transaxle it is necessary
to inspect the oil pump for wear and damage.
(1) Remove the reaction shaft support bolts.
(2) Remove reaction shaft support from pump
housing (Fig. 297).
(3) Remove the pump gears (Fig. 298) and check
for wear and damage on pump housing and gears.
(4) Re-install the gears and check clearances.
(5) Measure the clearance between the outer gear
and the pump pocket (Fig. 299). Clearance should be
0.045-0.141mm (0.0018-0.0056 in.).
(6) Position an appropriate piece of Plastigage
across both pump gears.
(7) Align the Plastigage to a flat area on the reac-
tion shaft support housing.
(8) Install the reaction shaft to the pump housing.
Tighten the bolts to 27 N´m (20 ft. lbs.).
(9) Remove bolts and carefully separate the hous-
ings. Measure the Plastigage following the instruc-
tions supplied.(10) Clearance between outer gear side and the
reaction shaft support should be 0.020-0.046 mm
(0.0008-0.0018 in.). Clearance between inner gear
side and the reaction shaft support should be 0.020-
0.046 mm (0.0008-0.0018 in.).
Fig. 296 Transaxle Oil Cooler Fittings
1 - FROM COOLER
2 - TO COOLER
Fig. 297 Reaction Shaft Support
1 - PUMP HOUSING
2 - REACTION SHAFT SUPPORT
3 - PUMP GEARS
Fig. 298 Oil Pump Assembly
1 - PUMP HOUSING
2 - OUTER PUMP GEAR
3 - INNER PUMP GEAR
4 - REACTION SHAFT SUPPORT
5 - SEAL RINGS (4)
6 - REACTION SHAFT
7 - CRESCENT
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ASSEMBLY
(1) Assemble oil pump as shown in (Fig. 300)
(2) Install and torque reaction shaft support-to-oil
pump housing bolts to 28 N´m (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
PLANETARY GEARTRAIN
DESCRIPTION
The planetary geartrain is located between the
input clutch assembly and the rear of the transaxle
case. The planetary geartrain consists of two sun
gears, two planetary carriers, two annulus (ring)
gears, and one output shaft (Fig. 301).
OPERATION
The planetary geartrain utilizes two planetary gear
sets that connect the transmission input shaft to the
output shaft. Input and holding clutches drive or lock
different planetary members to change output ratio
or direction.
SEAL - OIL PUMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove transaxle from vehicle (Refer to 21 -
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 41TE
- REMOVAL).
(2) Using Tool C-3981-B, remove oil pump seal
(Fig. 302).
Fig. 299 Measure Outer Gear to Pocket
1 - OUTER GEAR
2 - POCKET
Fig. 300 Oil Pump Assembly
1 - PUMP HOUSING
2 - OUTER PUMP GEAR
3 - INNER PUMP GEAR
4 - REACTION SHAFT SUPPORT
5 - SEAL RINGS (4)
6 - REACTION SHAFT
7 - CRESCENT
Fig. 301 Planetary Geartrain
1 - FRONT SUN GEAR ASSEMBLY
2 - #6 THRUST BEARING
3 - #7 THRUST BEARING
4 - REAR CARRIER FRONT ANNULUS ASSEMBLY
5 - REAR SUN GEAR
6 - FRONT CARRIER REAR ANNULUS ASSEMBLY
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INSTALLATION
(1) Using Tool C-4193, install oil pump seal (Fig.
303).
(2) Install transaxle to vehicle (Refer to 21 -
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 41TE
- INSTALLATION) .
SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID
DESCRIPTION
The Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock system
consists of an electro-magnetic solenoid mounted to
the steering column (Fig. 304). The solenoid's plunger
consists of an integrated hook, which operates the
shift lever pawl (part of shift lever assembly), and a
plunger return spring (Fig. 305). The solenoid also
has an integrated bracket, which facilitates fastening
to the steering column.
Fig. 302 Remove Oil Pump Seal
1 - TOOL C-3981±B
2 - OIL PUMP SEAL
Fig. 303 Install Oil Pump Seal
1 - TOOL C-4193
2 - HANDLE TOOL C-4171
Fig. 304 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
Solenoid Location
1 - BTSI SOLENOID
Fig. 305 Solenoid Plunger and Return Spring
1 - PLUNGER
2 - RETURN SPRING
3 - BTSI SOLENOID
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OPERATION
The Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
Solenoid prevents the transmission shift lever from
being moved out of PARK (P) unless the brake pedal
is applied. The BTSI solenoid is hardwired to and
controlled by the Intelligent Power Module (IPM).
Battery voltage is applied to one side of the solenoid
with the ignition key is in either the ON/RUN or
START positions (Fig. 306). The ground side of the
solenoid is controlled by a driver within the IPM. It
relies on voltage supplied from the stop lamp switch
to the stop lamp sense circuit within the IPM to tell
when the brake pedal is depressed. When the brake
pedal is depressed, the ground circuit opens, de-ener-
gizing the solenoid. When the brake pedal is
released, the ground circuit is closed, energizing the
solenoid.
When the ignition key is in either the ON/RUN or
START positions, the BTSI solenoid is energized, and
the solenoid plunger hook pulls the shift lever pawl
into position, prohibiting the shift lever from moving
out of PARK (P) (Fig. 307). When the brake pedal is
depressed, the ground circuit opens, de-energizing
the solenoid. This moves the gearshift lever pawl out
of the way (Fig. 308), allowing the shift lever to be
moved into any gear position.
A conventional mechanical interlock system is also
used. This system manually prohibits shifter move-
ment when the ignition switch is in the LOCK or
ACC positions. Solenoid operation is not required in
these key positions. When the ignition key is in the
OFF position, the gearshift lever is unrestricted, and
able to move into any gear position (during towing,
dead battery, etc.).
Fig. 306 Ignition Key/Switch Positions
1 - ACC
2 - LOCK
3 - OFF
4 - ON/RUN
5-START
Fig. 307 Pawl Engaged to Shift Lever
1 - GEAR SHIFT LEVER
2 - GEAR SHIFT LEVER PAWL
Fig. 308 Pawl Disengaged From Shift Lever
1 - GEAR SHIFT LEVER
2 - GEAR SHIFT LEVER PAWL
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