Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Band: Adjustments
42/44RE (A500) 4-Speed
FRONT BAND ADJUSTMENT
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.
Front Band Adjustemnt Screw Location
2. Loosen band adjusting screw locknut. Then back locknut off 3-5 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 inch lbs.) torque with Inch Pound Torque Wrench C-3380-A, a 3-in. extension and 5/16 socket.
Band Adjustment Adapter Tool
CAUTION: If Adapter C-3705 is needed to reach the adjusting screw, tighten the screw to only 5 Nm (47 - 50 inch lbs.) torque.
42RE TRANSMISSION
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Back off front band adjusting screw 3-5/8 turns.
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Hold adjuster screw in position and tighten locknut to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
44RE TRANSMISSION
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Back off front band adjusting screw 2-1/4 turns.
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Hold adjuster screw in position and tighten locknut to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Lower vehicle.
REAR BAND ADJUSTMENT
The transmission oil pan must be removed for access to the rear band adjusting screw.
1. Raise vehicle.
2. Remove transmission oil pan and drain fluid.
