Dakota 4WD V6-37L (2008) Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Seal-Adapter Housing
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Seal-Oil Pump
Removal
REMOVAL
1. Remove the transmission from the vehicle See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Removal.
2. Remove the torque converter from the transmission bellhousing.
3. Use a screw mounted in a slide hammer to remove oil pump seal.
Installation
INSTALLATION
1. Clean and inspect oil pump seal seat. Then install seal using Seal Installer C-4193-A.
2. Clean and inspect torque converter hub. If nicks, scratches or hub wear are found, torque converter replacement will be required.
CAUTION: If the torque converter is being replaced, apply a light coating of grease to the crankshaft pilot hole. Also inspect the engine
drive plate for cracks. If any cracks are found replace the drive plate. Do not attempt to repair a cracked drive plate. Always use new
torque converter to drive plate bolts.
3. Apply a light film of transmission oil to the torque converter hub and oil seal lips. Then install torque converter into transmission. Be sure that the
hub lugs mesh with the front pump lugs when installing.
4. Reinstall the transmission into the vehicle.See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Installation
