Valve Body: Removal

NOTE: If valve body is being reconditioned or replaced, it is necessary to perform the Quick Learn Procedure. (Refer to SHIFT QUALITY QUICK-LEARN PROCEDURE (2002) or TRANSAXLE SHIFT QUALITY QUICK LEARN PROCEDURE (2003))

Disconnect the TRS wiring connector. The solenoid wiring connector can remain attached to the case.
Disconnect the shift cable from the shift lever (at the transaxle).
Move the shift lever clockwise as far as it will go. This should be one position past the L position. Then remove the shift lever.
Remove transaxle pan bolts. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Removing Transaxle Oil Pan Bolts
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Remove transaxle oil pan. See Fig 2. When reinstalling oil pan be sure that pan flange is clean and oil free. Apply a 1/8 inch bead of Mopar Silicone Sealer onto oil pan flange before installing.

Fig 2: Removing Transaxle Oil Pan
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Remove oil filter from valve body. See Fig 3. It is held in place by two clips.

Fig 3: Removing Transaxle Oil Filter
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CAUTION: The 42LE transaxle oil filter is not interchangeable with the 41TE transaxle filter. Installation of a 41TE oil filter in a 42LE may cause transaxle damage.
Remove valve body bolts-to-case. See Fig 4.

Fig 4: Removing Valve Body Bolts
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Carefully remove valve body assembly from transaxle. See Fig 5.

Fig 5: Removing Valve Body From Transaxle
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CAUTION: The overdrive and underdrive accumulators and springs may fall out when removing the valve body. See Fig 6, Fig 7 and Fig 8 .

Fig 6: Exploded View Of Accumulator Assembly (Typical)
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Fig 7: Exploded View Of Overdrive Accumulator & Springs
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Fig 8: Locating Overdrive Underdrive & Low/Reverse Accumulator
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