A/T - 41TE/42LE Shudder During EMCC Shift: Overview
NO: 21-05-97GROUP: Transmission
DATE: Mar. 14, 1997
SUBJECT:
41TE/42LE Transaxle Shudder During an EMCC (Electronically Modulated Converter Clutch) Shift
MODELS:
1989 - 1995 (AA) Spirit/Acclaim/LeBaron Sedan
1989 - 1993 (AC) Dynasty/New Yorker/New Yorker Salon
1990 - 1993 (AG) Daytona
1990 - 1995 (AJ) LeBaron Coupe/LeBaron Convertible
1992 - 1994 (AP) Shadow/Shadow Convertible/Sundance
1990 - 1991 (AQ) Chrysler Maserati TC
1989 - 1995 (AS) Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager
1990 - 1993 (AY) Imperial/New Yorker Fifth Avenue
1993 - 1995 (ES) Chrysler Voyager (European Market)
1995 - 1997 (FJ) Sebring/Avenger/Talon
1996 - 1997 (GS) Chrysler Voyager (European Market)
1995 - 1997 (JA) Cirrus/Stratus/Breeze
1996 - 1997 (JX) Sebring Convertible
1993 - 1997 (LH) Concorde/Intrepid/LHS/New Yorker/Vision
1996 - 1997 (NS) Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager
NOTE:
1989 TO 1995 MODELS SHOULD HAVE TSB 18-24-95 PERFORMED PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH THIS REPAIR PROCEDURE.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Transaxle shudder during a 3rd gear to 3rd gear partial EMCC (Electronically Modulated Converter Clutch) engagement, 3rd gear partial EMCC to 4th gear partial EMCC engagement, or 4th gear to 4th gear EMCC engagement. Vehicle speed will be above 40 mph to obtain these shift points. This condition can be the result of worn out automatic transaxle fluid, using additives in the transaxle fluid, or from using the wrong type fluid (Dexron II, III, or Mercon) in the transaxle.
NOTE:
MOPAR ATF+2 TYPE 7176 IS THE ONLY RECOMMENDED FLUID FOR THESE TRANSAXLES.
DIAGNOSIS:
Bring the vehicle to normal operating temperatures. Drive the vehicle on a smooth road while accelerating through the gears with light throttle application. Pay particular attention during the EMCC shifts that take place between 3rd and 4th gears above 40 mph. If vehicle shudder is noticed during the shifts, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1 04864505 Filter, 41TE Transaxle
1 04796730 Filter, 42LE Transaxle
AR(1) 06032780 0-Ring, Filter
AR 04798233 Oil, ATF+2 Type 7176 (Qts)
AR(1) 82300234 Sealant, RTV
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No: 21-55-01-96 1.6 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE: XX - Service Adjustment