Stratus Coupe L4-2.4L VIN G (2003)
Power Steering Fluid: Technical Service Bulletins
A/T, Power Steering - ATF+4 Fluid Usage
NUMBER: 21-003-02
GROUP: Transmission
DATE: Jul. 29, 2002
SUBJECT:
ATF+4 Usage
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin provides information about ATF+4 usage in ST22 models.
MODELS:
2001 - 2003 (ST) Sebring/Stratus Coupe
DISCUSSION:
ATF+4 (type 9602) is approved for use in Sebring/Stratus Coupe power steering and automatic transaxles. The fluid is fully compatible in power
steering systems and no additional maintenance information is required. When using ATF+4 in automatic transaxles, the following information is
required for proper service and maintenance.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
When using ATF+4 as a complete fill in Sebring/Stratus Coupe models, the maintenance for schedule A is changed to a 60,000 mile fluid replacement
interval. Schedule B remains the same as listed in the owners manual. The owner should be notified about this schedule change when ATF+4 is used as a
complete fill.
NOTE:
USING ATF+4 FOR TOP OFF WILL NOT CHANGE THE ORIGINAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FACTORY FILL OR ORIGINAL
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
GENERAL SERVICE FILL
ATF+4 is fully compatible for top off or for any transaxle service procedures that would require fluid fill or fluid replacement. Special considerations are
required if a new torque converter is installed.
TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT
If a new torque converter is installed, ATF+4 can be used however, green torque converter shudder MAY be experienced. If green torque converter
shudder is experienced, it will be eliminated over time as the torque converter clutches wear or burnish in. If shudder occurs, the vehicle can be driven
(in torque converter partial lockup) until the condition is eliminated. If customer concerns arise due to green torque converter shudder use the following
procedure.
NOTE:
TO ELIMINATE ANY CONCERNS OF GREEN TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER, THE TRANSAXLE CAN BE FILLED WITH
DIAMOND SPIII FLUID PN 05073942AA DURING THE INITIAL FILL.
1.
Drain and refill the transaxle with a minimum of 80% Diamond SPIII Transmission Fluid pn 05073942AA.
2.
Warm the transaxle (by driving) to a minimum of 40 degrees C (104 degrees F).
3.
Drive the vehicle for 50 kilometers (30 miles) in a speed range as shown to keep the transaxle torque converter in partial lock up.
