Transmission Installation Procedures
The following must be checked and replaced, if needed on all automatic and standard transmissions where applicable
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TORQUE CONVERTER
INSTALLATION:-
Make sure the converter is all the way into pump gear-don't assume its in place
when you receive the transmission. After you are sure it is in place, always
keep tail end of transmission low so it cannot slip out. This is the #1 cause
of failure at time of installation, or soon thereafter. See
Torque Converter installation instructions
- COOLER AND COOLER
LINES:
- Cooler must be replaced or must be flushed to remove all metal particles
and oil. Don't just blow out with air. Use a solvent that will flush out
old oil and metal particles.
Plugged or restricted coolers must always be replaced. Install a Protection Kit!
- FLEX PLATE: - Inspect for cracks
where plate bolts to engine and out of round holes where converter bolts
to flex plate.
- MANUAL CONTROL LINKAGE: - Must be re-adjusted
to assure proper settings for unit being installed. Adjust linkage with
car in actual road operation.
- MOTOR AND TRANSMISSION
MOUNTS:
- Their condition will affect linkage adjustment and cause excessive wear
to internal transmission parts if worn. Also, broken or oil-soaked mounts
must be replaced.
- U-JOINTS AND DRIVE
SHAFT YOKE: - Rough and worn u-joints may cause vibration in drive line and
failure of bushings and seal in tail casting. Rough or worn (tapered)
front yoke will quickly damage rear seal and bushing, causing loss of
lubricant which can lead to transmission failure.
- ENGINE: - Many transmissions
depend on engine vacuum for proper shift pattern. Good engine performance
is a must to insure proper vacuum. Be sure ECM and all sensors are
functioning properly
- DO: - Be sure the
transmission or transfer case is filled properly and always CHECK FOR
LEAKS.
- DO NOT: - Check out
transmissions operation with the drive wheels off the ground.
- DO NOT: - Re-use old oil.
Dirty oil causes valves to stick and may clog lines if contaminated, both
may lead to premature failure.
- SHIFT COVER AND SHIFTER
FORKS:
- Because of the various styles of shifter controls it is impossible to
always supply the transmission with the proper shifter plate. It is of
great importance if the shift forks indicate any wear they must be
changed. Worn forks may cause too much gear movement resulting in noisy
gears or improper synchronizer application. Shift arms must be the exact
kind as on the original transmission.
- CLUTCH UNIT AND PILOT BEARING: - The clutch must completely disengage to properly engage first or reveres gear. A clutch that fails to completely disengage will lead to grinding and/or difficult shifting. The condition of the pilot bushing will determine how well the transmissions front shaft is supported and how freely the clutch disc will operate.
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DO NOT ASSUME THE ABOVE ITEMS ARE GOOD. CHECK EACH ONE THOROUGHLY.
THE OPERATION AND DURATION OF SERVICE OF A TRANSMISSION DEPEND ON THE
ABILITY AND EFFORT OF THE INSTALLING MECHANIC.
THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTAINING PROPER FLUID LEVELS
AND PREVENTING THE TRANSMISSION FROM OVERHEATING. OVERHEATING CAN BE CAUSED BY
SEVERAL THINGS SUCH AS RADIATOR CONDITION, PULLING A TRAILER, SPINNING REAR
WHEELS WHEN STUCK, RUNNING LOW ON TRANSMISSION FLUID, ETC...
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