A/T - Ratcheting Sound When Coming To Stop

NO: 21-10-96

GROUP: Transmission

DATE: Jul. 5, 1996

SUBJECT:

Ratcheting Sound During
Garage Shifts and When
Coming to A Stop

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 - 1996 (FJ) Sebring/Avenger/Talon
1996 (GS) Chrysler Voyager (European Market)
1995 - 1996 (JA) Cirrus/Stratus/Breeze
1996 (JX) Sebring Convertible
1996 (NS) Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

A "racheting" or clicking sound is heard during garage shifts or when the vehicle is coming to a stop. This sound is normal and is associated with the operation of the transaxle shift solenoid. On some vehicles this sound may be more noticeable than others because of variations in sealing of the solenoid sound shield. THE TRANSAXLE SHIFT SOLENOID SHOULD NOT BE REPLACED FOR THIS CONDITION.

DIAGNOSIS:

With the vehicle operator present, confirm the sound is associated with the transaxle shift solenoid operation by firmly applying the brakes then, while the engine is running, shift the vehicle into gear. If the racheting sound is confirmed, perform the Repair Procedure.

PARTS REQUIRED:

AR 82300234 Sealant, Mopar RTV

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

This bulletin involves sealing ALL air gaps between the solenoid sound shield and the transaxle case.

NOTE:
THIS REPAIR PROCEDURE WILL NOT ELIMINATE THE RACHETING SOUND BUT WILL REDUCE IT AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE. THE RATCHETING SOUND IS A NORMAL CHARACTERISTIC OF THIS TRANSAXLE AND IN NO WAY EFFECTS THE RELIABILITY OR DURABILITY OF THE TRANSAXLE.

1. Clean the area where the solenoid sound shield meets with the transaxle case with steam or other appropriate cleaner. Raising the vehicle on an appropriate hoist and/or removing the air cleaner may be helpful in gaining access to the area.

NOTE:
DO NOT use petroleum based cleaners because they may deteriorate the sound shield and/or the electrical connectors/components.

2. Blow the area dry with compressed air.

3. Use Mopar RTV sealant (P/N 82300234) to seal ALL air gaps between the solenoid sound shield and the transaxle case.

4. Lower the vehicle and install the air cleaner if applicable.

POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE:

Labor Operation No: 21-90-95-90 0.3 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE: XX - Service Adjustment