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STANDARD PROCEDURE - FLUID AND FILTER NOTE: Refer to the maintenance schedules in NOTE: Only fluids of the type labeled Mopar T ATF+4 should be used. A filter change should be made at NOTE: If the transaxle is disassembled for any rea- FLUID/FILTER SERVICE (RECOMMENDED) (1) Raise vehicle on a hoist. Refer to LUBRICA- TION and MAINTENANCE for proper procedures. (2) Remove both engine mount-to-engine cross- member cradle nuts. Using suitable screw jack and (3) Loosen pan bolts and tap the pan at one corner to break it loose allowing fluid to drain, then remove (4) Install a new filter and o-ring on bottom of the valve body (Fig. 251). (5) Clean the oil pan and magnet. Reinstall pan using new Mopar Silicone Adhesive sealant. Tighten (6) Pour four quarts of Mopar t ATF+4 through the dipstick opening. (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 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™ (3) Insert the fluid suction line into the dipstick tube. Fig. 251 Filter and O-Ring 1 - OIL FILTER Fig. 252 Fluid Level Indicator 1 - FLUID LEVEL INDICATOR CS 41AE/TE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE 21 - 107 FLUID (Continued) |