Re: [Chrysler300] Torqueflite question

["Don Verity" <d.verity@xxxx>]

Hi All,
Gary raised some good points. However no-one has mentioned the throttle
lever adjustment, which everyone calls the "kickdown rod" This rod controls
throttle pressure in the trans. If it's improperly adjusted or missing, it
will cause all kinds of problems including rough engagement. Even if it's
adjusted properly, if the idle speed is to high, it will act on this rod
raising the pressure in the trans and causing the same thing. Also, the
proper way to adjust bands is with an inch pound torque wrench. Everyone's
"finger tight" is different. The spec is for 72 inch pounds, which is a good
deal more than finger tight. Anyone who is not an experienced transmission
mechanic should follow the repair manual to the letter or have a
professional do it.
300ly,
Don
----- Original Message -----
From: Gary Nelson <Gary@xxxx>
To: Jonathan Sacks <jwsacks@xxxx>; Chrysler 300 Email Network
<Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2002 1:13 AM
Subject: Re: [Chrysler300] Torqueflite question


> Hi Jonathan and all.
>
> You can check the trans mount. Jack up the trans by the
> tail shaft housing just behind the mount. If the car starts to
> raise and the rubber mount does not separate the mount
> should be ok. Don't jack up much you may damage it.
> If it is bad it will separate with a small amount lift.
>
> a) I am sure you aware of idle.
>
> b) High pressure I doubt. Pressure adjusting screw
> would have to be turned in against spring pressure.
> Low pressure, possible due to wear or failure of rubber
> and steel seal rings. You can test or have tested for
> correct pressure.
> c) Band adjustment is not rocket science. Look in manual
> it will show where low reverse band adjuster is. Loosen
> lock nut and mark and count the turns as you tighten the
> adj. bolt. This is in case you want to return it back to where it was.
> With out a inch pound torque wrench use a end wrench,
> I belive that is 7/16". Pull on the end of wrench with one finger
> until you fell the pressure on your finger. Now you need to back
> off adj. bolt 2 1/2 to 3 turns. Check manual for your car.
> d thru g. Pull the trans and rebuild it.
>
> Hope that helps
>
> Gary, The Parts Doc
>