Caravan AWD V6-201 3.3L (1991)
This repair involves changing the transaxle fluid and filter, driving the vehicle 10 miles and changing the transaxle fluid a second time.
1.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2.
Clean the transaxle oil pan area and adjoining surfaces.
3.
Loosen the transaxle oil pan and drain the fluid into a suitable container.
4.
Remove the pan and clean all sealant form the pan and transaxle mating surfaces. Clean the inside of the pan and magnet.
5.
Separate the filter and 0-ring from the valve body. Inspect the 0-ring for cuts or improper installation which can lead to delayed garage shifts.
6.
Install a new filter p/n 04796730 (42LE) or p/n 04864505 (41TE). Replace the 0-ring p/n 06032780 as necessary.
7.
Apply a 1/8 inch bead of Mopar RTV Sealant p/n 82300234 to the mounting flange of the transaxle oil pan. Apply RTV Sealant to the underside
of the attaching bolts. Attach the oil pan to the transaxle and torque the bolts to 19 Nm (165 in. Lbs.).
8.
Lower the vehicle and add 4 quarts of Mopar ATF +2 Type 7176 transaxle fluid p/n 04798233 through the transaxle fill tube.
9.
Start the engine and allow it to idle for a minimum of one minute. With the parking brake applied, press your foot on the service brake and cycle
the transaxle from park to all gear positions ending in neutral or park.
10.
Check the transaxle fluid level and add an appropriate amount to bring the level to 3 mm (1/8 in.) below the ADD mark on the dipstick.
11.
Recheck the fluid level after the transaxle is at normal operating temperature. The level should be in the HOT range.
12.
Drive the vehicle a minimum of 10 miles.
13.
Repeat steps 1 through 4.
14.
Separate the filter from the valve body to allow additional fluid to drain from the transaxle. Inspect the filter 0-ring for any damage and replace if
necessary.
15.
After the transaxle has stopped draining, re-install the filter and 0-ring.
16.
Complete re-assembly and filling of the transaxle by following steps 7 through 11.
