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(8) Recheck the fluid level after the transaxle has reached normal operating temperature (180°F.). Refer (9) To prevent dirt from entering transaxle, make certain that dipstick is fully seated into the dipstick ALTERNATIVE MAINTENANCE METHODS TRANSAXLE FLUID EXCHANGER METHOD CAUTION: The use of any fluid exchanger that (1) To perform the transaxle fluid exchange, the transaxle must be at operating temperature. Drive (2) Obtain a suitable transaxle fluid exchanger and verify the tank is clean and dry. (3) Fill the tank to the recommended fill capacity with Mopar t ATF+4 Type 9602. (4) Connect the machine to the vehicle following the manufacturers instructions. Perform the exchange procedure following the instructions pro- (5) Once machine has completed the fluid exchange. Check the fluid level and condition and fill t ATF+4 Type 9602. Refer to Fluid Level and Condition Check in this group for NOTE: Verify that the transaxle cooler lines are to proper specifications. Cooler line torque specification is 2 N • m (18 in. lbs.). DIPSTICK TUBE FLUID SUCTION METHOD (1) When performing the fluid suction method, make sure the transaxle is at full operating temper- (2) To perform the dipstick tube fluid suction method, use a suitable fluid suction device (Vacula y or equivalent). (3) Insert the fluid suction line into the dipstick tube. NOTE: Verify that the suction line is inserted to the (4) Follow the manufacturers recommended proce- dure and evacuate the fluid from the transaxle. (5) Remove the suction line from the dipstick tube. t ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) Type 9602 through the dipstick (7) Start engine and allow to idle for at least one minute. Then, with parking and service brakes (8) Check the transaxle fluid level and add an appropriate amount to bring the transaxle fluid level (9) Recheck the fluid level after the transaxle has reached normal operating temperature (180°F.). Refer (10) To prevent dirt from entering transaxle, make certain that dipstick is fully seated into the dipstick ALUMINUM THREAD REPAIR Damaged or worn threads in the aluminum tran- saxle case and valve body can be repaired by the use Heli-Coil, or equivalent, tools and inserts are readily available from most automotive parts suppli- FLUSHING COOLERS AND TUBES When a transaxle failure has contaminated the fluid, the oil cooler(s) must be flushed. The cooler The recommended procedure for cooler flushing is to use Tool 6906 Cooler Flusher. JX TRANSAXLE 21 - 27 SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued) |