Grand Cherokee 2WD L6-242 4.0L VIN S MFI (1993)
Band: Adjustments
44/46RH (A500/A518) 4-Speed
Front
FRONT BAND ADJUSTMENT for 44-46RH
The front (kickdown) band adjusting screw is located on the left side of the transmission case above the manual valve and throttle valve levers.
1. Raise vehicle.
Fig. 6 Front Band Adjusting Screw & Locknut
2. Loosen band adjusting screw locknut. Then back locknut off 4-5 turns. Be sure adjusting screw turns freely in case. Apply lubricant to screw
threads if necessary.
3. Tighten band adjusting screw to 8 Nm (72 in. lbs.) torque with Inch Pound Torque Wrench C-3380-A, a 3-inch extension and 5/16 socket.
CAUTION: If Adapter C-3705 is needed to reach the adjusting screw, tighten the screw to only 5 Nm (47 - 50 inch lbs.) torque.
4. Back off front band adjusting screw 2-1/2 turns.
5. Hold adjuster screw in position and tighten locknut to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
6. Lower vehicle.
Rear
REAR BAND ADJUSTMENT for 44-46RH
The transmission oil pan must be removed for access to the rear band adjusting screw.