Transmission Band Adjustment
#1
09-30-2007, 08:46 AM
Transmission Band Adjustment
I grabbed the instructions for adjusting the transmission bands from The DodgeRam Org and adjusted the bands, however, there were differing opinions at how many turns to back off for both sets of bands. My 2-3 shift isn't very smooth, so I'm afraid those two are binding. I'm thinking of talking to my local Dodge dealership, but many people I talk to say they've never had a dealer adjust the bands.
Also, how to I determine what model transmission I have in my 97 2WD?
Any input from anyone is greatly appreciated.
Also, how to I determine what model transmission I have in my 97 2WD?
Any input from anyone is greatly appreciated.
#2
09-30-2007, 09:10 AM
Legend
RE: Transmission Band Adjustment
I've got a sticker in the glovebox that states the Tranny, there might also be a sticker in the engine bay up front by the Radiator that say it as well.
If you've got the 46re the Service manual says:
just watch those in/lbs versus ft/lbs!
If you've got the 46re the Service manual says:
ADJUSTMENT - BANDS
FRONT BAND
The front (kickdown) band adjusting screw is
located on the left side of the transmission case
above the manual valve and throttle valve levers.
(1) Raise vehicle.
(2) Loosen band adjusting screw locknut (Fig. 73).
Then back locknut off 3-5 turns. Be sure adjusting
screw turns freely in case. Apply lubricant to screw
threads if necessary.
(3) Tighten band adjusting screw to 8 N·m (72 in.
lbs.) torque with Inch Pound Torque Wrench
C-3380-A, a 3-in. extension and an appropriate
Torxâ„¢ socket.
CAUTION: If Adapter C-3705 is needed to reach the
adjusting screw, tighten the screw to only 5 N·m
(47-50 in. lbs.) torque.
(4) Back off front band adjusting screw 2-7/8
turns.
(5) Hold adjuster screw in position and tighten
locknut to 41 N·m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(6) Lower vehicle.
REAR BAND
The transmission oil pan must be removed for
access to the rear band adjusting screw.
(1) Raise vehicle.
(2) Remove transmission oil pan and drain fluid.
(3) Loosen band adjusting screw locknut 5-6 turns.
Be sure adjusting screw turns freely in lever.
(4) Tighten adjusting screw to 8 N·m (72 in. lbs.)
torque (Fig. 74).
(5) Back off adjusting screw 2 turns.
(6) Hold adjusting screw in place and tighten locknut
to 34 N·m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
(7) Position new gasket on oil pan and install pan
on transmission. Tighten pan bolts to 17 N·m (13 ft.
lbs.) torque.
(8) Lower vehicle and refill transmission with
Mopart ATF +4, Type 9602 fluid.just watch those in/lbs versus ft/lbs!
#4
09-30-2007, 08:23 PM
Legend
RE: Transmission Band Adjustment
Sorry I couldn't help, I was out adjusting my steering box, waxing the truck and bleeding the brakes.
Tighten the outer nut down with aopen end wrench, when it starts to bitethe center screw shouldn't move anymore and youwill be able to finish with thetorque wrench.
Tighten the outer nut down with aopen end wrench, when it starts to bitethe center screw shouldn't move anymore and youwill be able to finish with thetorque wrench.
#5
09-30-2007, 10:31 PM
#6
10-01-2007, 08:40 AM
RE: Transmission Band Adjustment
ORIGINAL: rabbler
The torque on the lock nut isn't critical. Just hold the adjuster still and tighten the lock nut a bit tighter than you would a spark plug.
The torque on the lock nut isn't critical. Just hold the adjuster still and tighten the lock nut a bit tighter than you would a spark plug.
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#9
10-02-2007, 02:40 AM
RE: Transmission Band Adjustment
The difference between 2 7/8 and 3 turns is negligible. It isn't going to make any difference to the way it feels.
The dodge trannys have always had quite a bit of 2-3 shift overlap. It prevents rpm flaring during upshifts. It's done on purpose andyes it make your shift feel like mush. The only way to fix it is to reprogram the valve body with an aftermarket shift kit. Mine feels the same way and it sucks. I have a trans-go shift kit for mine but haven't put it in yet. (only had it a year LOL)
The dodge trannys have always had quite a bit of 2-3 shift overlap. It prevents rpm flaring during upshifts. It's done on purpose andyes it make your shift feel like mush. The only way to fix it is to reprogram the valve body with an aftermarket shift kit. Mine feels the same way and it sucks. I have a trans-go shift kit for mine but haven't put it in yet. (only had it a year LOL)
#10
10-02-2007, 08:38 AM
RE: Transmission Band Adjustment
ORIGINAL: rabbler
The difference between 2 7/8 and 3 turns is negligible. It isn't going to make any difference to the way it feels.
The dodge trannys have always had quite a bit of 2-3 shift overlap. It prevents rpm flaring during upshifts. It's done on purpose andyes it make your shift feel like mush. The only way to fix it is to reprogram the valve body with an aftermarket shift kit. Mine feels the same way and it sucks. I have a trans-go shift kit for mine but haven't put it in yet. (only had it a year LOL)
The difference between 2 7/8 and 3 turns is negligible. It isn't going to make any difference to the way it feels.
The dodge trannys have always had quite a bit of 2-3 shift overlap. It prevents rpm flaring during upshifts. It's done on purpose andyes it make your shift feel like mush. The only way to fix it is to reprogram the valve body with an aftermarket shift kit. Mine feels the same way and it sucks. I have a trans-go shift kit for mine but haven't put it in yet. (only had it a year LOL)