Valve Body: Installation

NOTE: If valve body assembly is being replaced or reconditioned, it is necessary to perform the PCM Quick Learn Procedure. (Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE - QUICK LEARN PROCEDURE )

Install accumulators and springs as previously removed. Install valve body assembly to transaxle (Fig 1). Install and torque valve body-to-transaxle case bolts (Fig 2) to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.).

Fig 1: Removing Valve Body
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Fig 2: Identifying Valve Body Attaching Bolts
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Install transaxle oil filter (Fig 3). Inspect the o-ring and replace if necessary.

Fig 3: Installing Oil Filter
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Ensure the transaxle oil pan and transaxle case sealing surfaces are clean and dry. Install an 1/8" bead of Mopar® Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant to the oil pan and install (Fig 4). Torque oil pan-to-transaxle case bolts (Fig 5) to 19 N.m (165 in. lbs.).
Raise engine cradle crossmember into position.

Fig 4: Removing Oil Pan
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Aligning index/scribe mark placed upon disassembly, Install four (4) cradle-to-body bolts and torque to 162 N.m (120 ft. lbs.).
Lower vehicle.
Remove engine support fixture 8534B.
Raise vehicle.
Install and torque engine front and rear mount-to-cradle nuts to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).
Lower vehicle.

Fig 5: Removing Oil Pan Bolts
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Connect transmission range sensor connector.
Install manual valve lever to manual shaft.
Install gearshift cable to manual valve lever.
Install battery and tray.
Connect battery negative cable.
Fill transaxle with Mopar® ATF +4 Transmission fluid. (Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE )