Grand Caravan L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN K TBI (1988)
(0.026 - 0.043 in.).
4.
Using appropriate service manual, reassemble transaxle.
5.
Install transaxle in vehicle. Lower vehicle and check engine/transaxle alignment.
6.
Refill transaxle to the correct level with Mopar type 7176 Automatic Transmission Fluid, PN 4318007.
7.
Cheek vehicle for smooth engagements into drive. Road test vehicle to verify proper transaxle operation.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No.
21-00-05-90 (L-Body) . . . . . . . . . .
4.4 Hrs.
21-00-05-90 (S-K-G-E-H-P-J-C Bodies)
4.0 Hrs.
Optional Equipment:
Turbocharger Equipped
21-00-05-61 (L-K-G-E-H-P-J Bodies) . . .
0.3 Hrs.
3.0L Engine Equipped
21-00-05-62 (S-C Bodies) . . . . . . . .
0.3 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE:
19 - Clutch Defect
Technical Service Bulletin # 210488
Date: 880411
A/T - Harsh or Abrupt Engagement Into Drive
Models
All 1987 & 1988 CE-G-H-J-K-L-P & S Domestic FrontWheel-Drive With Automatic Transaxle
Subject
Harsh Or Abrupt Engagement Into Drive
Index
TRANSMISSION
Date
April 11, 1988
No.
21-04-88
P-1326 (C21-04)
NOTE:
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN APPLIES ONLY TO 1987 AND 1988 DOMESTIC FRONT-WHEEL-DRIVE
VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES WITH SERIAL NUMBERS OF 9347-XXXX TO 9621-XXXX.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION
When vehicle is placed in DRIVE from any other gear position, the engagement is noticeably harsh. This condition can be aggravated by idle speeds
higher than specified on the emissions label for warm curb idle.
DIAGNOSIS
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Park vehicle on a level surface. Set parking brake.
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Verify correct engine idle speed per vehicle emissions label.
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Check transaxle oil level using appropriate service manual procedure.
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Check for proper engine mount isolator adjustment using appropriate service manual procedure.
