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GROUP
7
PART
7-1
PAGE
General Transmission Service
07-01-01
PART
7-2
C4 Automatic Transmission
07-02-01
PART
7-3
FMX Transmission
07-03-01
PART
7-4
C6 Automatic Transmission
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PART
7-5
Specifications
PAGE
07-04-01
07-05-01
TRANSMISSION
CODE
TRANSMISSION
TYPE
AUTOMATIC
(C4)
U AUTOMATIC
(C6)
X AUTOMATIC
(FMX)
Z AUTOMATIC
(C6
SPECIAL)
D2040-A
FIG. 1—Typical Warranty Plate—Transmission Identification
PART
7-1
General
Transmission
Service
COMPONENT INDEX
AIR PRESSURE CHECKS
ANTI-STALL DASHPOT CLEARANCE
CHECK
(Engine Compartment)
CASE (Transmission)
Inspection
CONTROL PRESSURE CHECK
CONTROL VALVE BODY
Inspection
CONVERTER
Checking
Cleaning
DRAIN AND REFILL (Transmission)
ENGINE IDLE SPEED CHECK
EXTENSION HOUSING INSPECTION
FLUID AERATION CHECK
MODEL APPLICATION
All
Models
01-06
01-04
01-17
01-05
01-17
01-04
01-11
01-08
01-04
01-15
01-03
Ford
Mercury
Meteor
Cougar
Fairiane
Falcon
Montego
Mustang
Lincoln-
Continental
Thunderbird
Continental-
Mark
III
A page number indicates that the item
is for
the vehicle listed
at
the head
of
the column.
N/A indicates that the item
is not
applicable
to
the vehicle listed.
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COMPONENT INDEX
FLUID LEAKAGE CHECK
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
FRONT CLUTCH (Forward) INSPECTION
C4 Transmission
C6 Transmission
FMX Transmission
FRONT PUMP AND STATOR SUPPORT
Inspection
FRONT SERVO (Intermediate) INSPECTION
C4 Transmission
C6 Transmission
FMX Transmission
GOVERNOR INSPECTION
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM BENCH TESTS
(FMX)
Pressure Tests
Testing Tool Installation
MANUAL LINKAGE CHECKS
MANUAL SHIFT LINKAGE GROMMET
COLUMN SHIFT
Removal and Installation
NEUTRAL START SWITCH-COLUMN
SHIFT
Adjustment
Removal and Installation
OIL COOLER CLEANING
OIL COOLER TUBES
Removal and Installation
ONE-WAY CLUTCH INSPECTION
OUTPUT SHAFT AND PRIMARY SUN
GEAR
Shaft (FMX)
Inspection
PINION CARRIER, ONE-WAY CLUTCH
AND CENTER SUPPORT (FMX)
Inspection
PINION CARRIERS INSPECTION
C4 Transmission
C6 Transmission
PRESSURE REGULATOR (FMX)
Inspection
REAR CLUTCH (Reverse-High) INSPECTION
C4 Transmission
C6 Transmission
FMX Transmission
REAR SERVO (Low-Reverse) INSPECTION
C4 Transmission
MODEL APPLICATION
All
Models
01-03
01-03
01-16
01-17
01-04
01-11
01-08
01-17
Ford
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
01-17
01-08
01-07
01-11
01-09
01-10
01-12
01-15
01-15
01-15
01-17
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
Mercury
N/A
01-16
N/A
N/A
01-17
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-11
01-09
01-10
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-15
N/A
N/A
01-16
N/A
N/A
N/A
Meteor
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
01-17
01-08
01-07
01-11
01-09
01-10
01-12
01-15
01-15
01-15
01-17
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
Cougar
N/A
01-16
01-16
N/A
01-17
01-17
01-08
01-07
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-12
01-15
N/A
01-15
01-17
N/A
01-16
01-16
N/A
01-17
Fairlane
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
01-17
01-08
01-07
01-11
01-09
01-10
01-12
01-15
01-15
01-15
01-17
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
Falcon
01-16
N/A
N/A
01-17
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-11
01-09
01-10
N/A
N/A
01-15
N/A
N/A
01-16
N/A
N/A
01-17
N/A
Montego
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
01-17
01-08
01-07
01-11
01-09
01-10
01-12
01-15
01-15
01-15
01-17
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
Mustang
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
01-17
01-08
01-07
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-12
01-15
01-15
01-15
01-17
01-16
01-16
01-16
01-17
01-17
Lincoln-
Continental
N/A
01-16
N/A
N/A
01-17
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-11
01-09
01-10
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-15
N/A
N/A
01-16
N/A
N/A
N/A
Thunderbird
N/A
01-16
N/A
N/A
01-17
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-11
01-09
01-10
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-15
N/A
N/A
01-16
N/A
N/A
N/A
Continental-
Mark
III
N/A
01-16
N/A
N/A
01-17
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-11
01-09
01-10
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-15
N/A
N/A
01-16
N/A
N/A
N/A
A page number indicates that the item is for the vehicle listed at the head of the column.
N/A indicates that the item is not applicable to the vehicle listed.
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COMPONENT INDEX
FMX Transmission
REAR SUPPORT (FMX)
Inspection
SHIFT POINT CHECKS
STATOR ONE-WAY CLUTCH CHECK
STATOR TO IMPELLOR INTERFERENCE
CHECK
STATOR TO TURBINE INTERFERENCE
CHECK
TRANSMISSION CLEANING
TURBINE AND STATOR END PLAY
CHECK
VACUUM DIAPHRAGM ADJUSTMENT
Altitude Compensating Type
Non-Altitude Compensating Type
VACUUM UNIT CHECK
Altitude Compensating Type
Non-Altitude Compensating Type
MODEL APPLICATION
All
Models
01-06
01-12
01-12
01-12
01-11
01-12
Ford
01-17
01-16
N/A
01-08
N/A
01-05
Mercury
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-08
N/A
01-05
Meteor
01-17
01-16
N/A
01-08
N/A
01-05
Cougar
01-17
01-16
N/A
01-08
N/A
01-05
Fairlane
01-17
01-16
N/A
01-08
N/A
01-05
Falcon
N/A
N/A
N/A
01-08
N/A
01-05
Montego
01-17
01-16
N/A
01-08
N/A
01-05
Mustang
01-17
01-16
N/A
01-08
N/A
01-05
Lincoln-
Continental
N/A
N/A
01-09
N/A
01-06
N/A
Thunderbird
N/A
N/A
01-09
N/A
01-06
N/A
Continental-
Mark
III
N/A
N/A
01-09
N/A
01-06
N/A
A page number indicates that the item is for the vehicle listed at the head of the column.
N/A indicates that the item is not applicable to the vehicle listed.
Three different three-speed trans-
missions are used. The C4 Automatic,
C6 Automatic and the FMX Auto-
matic. Part 7-1 covers testing, com-
mon adjustments and repairs, and
cleaning and inspection for the three
types of transmissions. Where there
are differences in procedures or speci-
fications, the type of transmission af-
fected will be designated.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TESTS
When diagnosing transmission
problems, refer to the Ford Car and
Truck Diagnosis Manual for the de-
tailed information on the items that
could be causing the problem.
The following preliminary checks
should be made before proceeding
with other diagnosis checks.
TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
CHECK
1.
Make sure that the vehicle is
standing level. Then firmly apply the
parking brake.
2.
Run the engine at normal idle
speed. If the transmission fluid is cold
run the engine at fast idle speed
(about 1200 rpm) until the fluid reach-
es its normal operating temperature.
When the fluid is warm, slow the en-
gine down to normal idle speed.
3.
On a vehicle equipped with a
vacuum brake release, disconnect the
release line and plug the end of the
line;
otherwise the parking brake will
not hold the transmission in any drive
position.
4.
Shift the selector lever through
all positions, and place the lever at P.
Do not turn off the engine during the
fluid level checks.
5.
Clean all dirt from the transmis-
sion fluid dipstick cap before remov-
ing the dipstick from the filler tube.
6. Pull the dipstick out of the tube,
wipe it clean, and push it all the way
back into the tube. Be sure it is prop-
erly seated.
7.
Pull the dipstick out of the tube
again, and check the fluid level. The
fluid level should be above the ADD
mark. If necessary, add enough fluid
to the transmission through the filler
tube to bring the level between the
ADD and FULL marks on the dip-
stick. Do not overfill the transmission.
Install the dipstick, making sure it is
fully seated in the tube.
8. Connect the vacuum brake re-
lease line if so equipped, and test it
for proper operation.
FLUID AERATION CHECK
A fluid level that is too high will
cause the fluid to become aerated:
Aerated fluid will cause low control
pressure, and the aerated fluid may be
forced out the vent.
Check the transmission fluid level.
Low fluid level can affect the opera-
tion of the transmission, and may in-
dicate fluid leaks that could cause
transmission damage.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
LEAKAGE CHECKS
Check the speedometer cable con-
nection at the transmission. Replace
the rubber seal if necessary.
Leakage at the oil pan gasket often
can be stopped by tightening the at-
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taching bolts to the proper torque. If
necessary, replace the gasket.
Check the fluid filler tube connec-
tion at the transmission case or pan.
If leakage is found here, install a new
O-ring or tighten the fitting to the
specified torque.
Check the fluid lines and fittings
between the transmission and the
cooler in the radiator tank for loose-
ness,
wear, or damage. If leakage can-
not be stopped by tightening a fitting,
replace the damaged parts.
Check the engine coolant in the ra-
diator. If transmission fluid is present
in the coolant, the cooler in the radia-
tor is probably leaking.
The cooler can be further checked
for leaks by disconnecting the lines
from the cooler fittings and applying
50-75 psi air pressure to the fittings.
Remove the radiator cap to relieve the
pressure build at the exterior of the oil
cooler tank. If the cooler is leaking
and will not hold this pressure the
cooler must be replaced. Cooler re-
placement is described in the Cooling
System Section of Group 11.
If leakage is found at either the
downshift control lever shaft or the
manual lever shaft, replace either or
both seals.
Inspect the pipe plug on the left
side of the transmission case at the
front. If the plug shows leakage, tor-
que the plug to specifications. If tight-
ening does not stop the leaks, replace
the plug. On a C6 transmission, a TV
pressure plug is also provided on the
right rear side of the case.
When converter drain plugs leak,
remove drain plugs with a six-point
wrench. Coat the threads with FoMo-
Co Perfect Seal Sealing Compound or
its equivalent, and install the plugs.
Torque the drain plugs to specifica-
tion. Fluid leakage from the converter
housing may be caused by engine oil
leaking past the rear main bearing or
from oil gallery plugs, or power steer-
ing oil leakage from steering system.
Be sure to determine the exact cause
of the leak before repair procedures
are started.
Oil-soluble aniline or fluorescent dyes
premixed at the rate of 1/2 teaspoon
of dye powder to 1/2 pint of transmis-
sion fluid have proved helpful in locat-
ing the source of the fluid leakage.
Such dyes may be used to determine
whether an engine oil or transmission
fluid leak is present or if the fluid in
the oil cooler leaks into the engine
coolant system. A black light, how-
ever, must be used with the fluorescent
dye solution.
DISHED OR
FLAT WASHER
" O.D.,
a" STEEL PLATE
5/8"X \W,
DRILL TO SUIT
HEX. HEAD SCREW
3/8"-24 X Vl
HEX. NUT W—
24
WELD
TOGETHER
WING
NUT
>/2"_13
THREAD
CHAIN,
10"
LONG
RUBBER PLUG
1
Vi" DIA. X 2"
LONG Vl"
HOLE THRU
APPROXIMATELY
40 DUROMETER
FLAT WASHER
Vs" O.D.
PLUG
VALVE
STANDARD BOLT
W-13
X 4Vl"
LONG SQUARE
THREAD
END
REMOVE HEAD
AND WELD
TO
WASHER
STANDARD 1/8" FITTING-87971-S FOR
RETAPPED DRAIN PLUG THREADS-USE
1/4" OVERSIZE FITTING-87973-S
D 1067-B
WELD TOGETHER
SECURELY—MUST
NOT LEAK
FIG. 2—Converter Leak Checking Tool
CONVERTER LEAKAGE
CHECK
If there are indications that the
welds on the torque converter are
leaking, the converter will have to be
removed and the following check
made before the unit is replaced.
A leak checking tool (Fig. 2) can be
made from standard parts. The tool
can be used to check all converters.
1.
Install the plug in the converter
(Fig. 3) and expand it by tightening
the wing nut. Attach the safety chains.
2.
Install the air valve in one of the
drain plug holes.
3.
Introduce air pressure into the
converter. Check the pressure with a
tire gauge and adjust it to 20 psi.
4.
Place the converter in a tank of
water. Observe the weld areas for
bubbles. If no bubbles are observed, it
may be assumed that the welds are
not leaking.
ENGINE IDLE SPEED CHECK
Check and, if necessary, adjust the
engine idle speed, using the procedure
given in Group 10.
If the idle speed is too low, the en-
gine will run roughly. An idle speed
that is too high will cause the vehicle
to creep, have harsh engagements and
harsh closed-throttle downshifts.
ANTI-STALL DASHPOT
CLEARANCE CHECK
After the engine idle speed has been
properly adjusted, check the anti-stall
dashpot clearance. Follow the proce-
dure given in Group 10 for checking
and adjusting this clearance.
MANUAL LINKAGE CHECKS
Correct manual linkage adjustment
is necessary to position the manual
valve for proper fluid pressure direc-
tion to the different transmission com-
ponents. Improperly adjusted manual
Tire Pressure Gauge
D1921-A
FIG. 3—Converter Leak Checking
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MAKE MARK HERE
BELLOWS INTACT
BELLOWS FAILED
FIG. 9—Checking Vacuum Unit Bellows
tester equipped with a vacuum pump
(Fig. 8). Set the regulator knob so
that the vacuum gauge reads 18 inches
with the end of the vacuum hose
blocked off.
Then connect the vacuum hose to
the transmission vacuum unit. If the
gauge still reads 18 inches, the vacuT
urn unit diaphragm is not leaking. As
the hose is removed from the trans-
mission vacuum unit, hold a finger
over the end of the control rod. When
the hose is removed, the internal
spring of the vacuum unit should push
the control rod outward.
ALTITUDE
COMPENSATING-TYPE
The vacuum diaphragm should be
checked for ruptured or damaged bel-
lows.
Check the diaphragm assembly
as follows:
1.
Remove the diaphragm and
throttle valve rod from the transmis-
sion.
2.
Insert a rod into the diaphragm,
making sure that the rod is buttonec
in the hole. Make a reference mark on
the rod where it enters the diaphragm
hole.
3.
Hold the assembly in such a way
that the end of the rod is resting on
the weighing surface of a scale (Fig.
9).
4.
Gradually press down on the dia-
phragm assembly until the rod is
pressed into the diaphragm body. If
the reference mark on the rod is still
visible with 12 pounds of force regis-
tered on the scale, the bellows are in-
tact. If the mark disappears before 4
pounds of force is exerted, the bellows
have failed and the diaphragm must
be replaced. If the bellows are intact,
then perform various pressure checks.
SHIFT POINT CHECKS
Check the minimum throttle up-
shifts in D. The transmission should
start in first gear, shift to second, and
then shift to third, within the shift
points specified in the specification
section.
While the transmission is in third
gear, depress the accelerator pedal
through the detent (to the floor). The
transmission should shift from third to
second or third to first, depending on
the vehicle speed.
Check the closed throttle downshift
from third to first by coasting down
from about 30 mph in third gear. The
shift should occur within the limits
specified in the specification section.
When the selector lever is at 2, the
transmission can operate only in sec-
ond gear.
With the transmission in third gear
and road speed over 30 mph, the
transmission should shift to second
gear when the selector lever is moved
from D to 2 to 1. The transmission
will downshift from second or third to
first gear when this same manual shift
is made below approximately 25 mph
with a C4 transmission, 30 mph with
D 1791.A
a C6 transmission or 35 mph with an
FMX transmission. This check will
determine if the governor pressure and
shift control valves are functioning
properly.
During the shift point check opera-
tion, if the transmission does not shift
within specifications or certain gear
ratios cannot be obtained, refer to the
Ford Car and Truck Diagnosis Manu-
al to resolve the problem.
AIR PRESSURE CHECKS
A NO DRIVE condition can exist,
even with correct transmission fluid
pressure, because of inoperative
clutches or bands. Erratic shifts could
be caused by a stuck governor valve.
The inoperative units can be located
through a series of checks by subst-
ituting air pressure for the fluid pres-
sure to determine the location of the
malfunction.
To make the air pressure checks,
drain the transmission fluid and re-
move the oil pan and the control valve
body assembly. The inoperative units
can be located by introducing air pres-
sure into the transmission case passa-
ges leading to the clutches, servos, and
governor (Figs. 10, 11 or 12).
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM BENCH
TESTS (FMX TRANSMISSION)
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PUMP IN
INTERMEDIATE
SERVO RELEASE
REVERSE AND
HIGH CLUTCH
INTERMEDIATE
SERVO APPLY
GOVERNOR PRESSURE
TO VALVE BODY
FORWARD
CLUTCH
PUMP OUT
CONVERTER IN
CONTROL
PRESSURE
TO PRIMARY
THROTTLE VALVE
PRIMARY THROTTLE
PRESSURE-TO-VALVE
BODY
PRIMARY THROTTLE
VALVE EXHAUST
LOW AND
REVERSE SERVO
CONTROL PRESSURE
TO GOVERNOR
D1841-A
FIG. 70—Case Fluid Passage Hole Identification—C4 Automatic
FRONT PUMP FRONT GOVERNOR
DISCHARGE CLUTCH OUTPUT
FRONT FROM
PUMP CONVERTER REAR
INTAKE SERVO
REAR
CLUTCH
D1932-A
FIG. 12—Case Fluid Hole
Identification—FMX Transmission
in the vehicle, check the hydraulic sys-
tem to make sure it is operating prop-
erly. These hydraulic tests can be
made on the bench so that most mal-
functions of the system can be cor-
rected before the transmission is in-
stalled in the vehicle.
TESTING TOOL
INSTALLATION
SERVO RELEASE
SERVO APPLY
PUMP SUCTION REVERSE-HIGH FORWARD CLUTCH
APPLY APPLY
CONVERTER CHARGE
PUMP PRESSURE
TV PRESSURE
LINE PRESSURE
TV PRESSURE
EXHAUST
-S>*REVERSE CLUTCH
GOVERNOR PRESSURE CONTROL PRESSURE
OUT PUT GOVERNOR
APPLY
1.
Install a plug in the filler tube
hole in the case or pan, and pour
about four quarts of clean transmis-
sion fluid into the transmission
through the speedometer gear open-
ing.
2.
Remove the vacuum diaphragm
unit and the diaphragm unit control
rod, and reinstall the vacuum unit if
these parts had been previously in-
stalled.
Tool-7003
D1587-B
D1933-A
FIG.
7
7—Case
Fluid Passage Hole Identification—C6 Automatic
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3.
Install the bench testing tool on
the transmission.
4.
Remove the
1/8-inch
pipe plug
at the transmission case. Turn the
front pump in a clockwise direction at
75-100 rpm until a regular flow of
transmission fluid leaves the hole in
the transmission case. This operation
bleeds the air from the pump.
5.
Install the pressure gauge (77820
or T57L-77820-A) as shown in Fig.
13.
PRESSURE TESTS
Turn the front pump at 75-100 rpm
and note the gauge readings. The
pressure readings on the bench test
must be within the limits as outlined
in Figure 13, for the engine idle check.
If pressure gauge readings are with-
in limits in all selector lever positions,
install the vacuum diaphragm control
rod unit.
COMMON ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIRS
TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAIN
AND REFILL
Normal maintenance and lubrica-
tion requirements do not necessitate
periodic automatic transmission fluid
changes.
If a major repair, such as a clutch
band, bearing, etc., is required in the
transmission, it will have to be re-
moved for service. At this time the
converter, transmission cooler and
cooler lines must be thoroughly
flushed to remove any dirt.
When filling a dry transmission and
converter, install five quarts of fluid.
Start the engine, shift the selector
lever as outlined below, and check and
add fluid as necessary.
Following are the procedures for
partial drain and refill due to in-
vehicle repair operation.
C4 TRANSMISSION
1.
On PEA models, disconnect the
fluid filler tube from the transmission
oil pan to drain the fluid.
On PEB and PEE models, loosen
the pan attaching bolts to drain the
fluid from the transmission.
2.
When the fluid has stopped
draining from the transmission, re-
move and thoroughly clean the pan
and the screen. Discard the pan gas-
ket.
3.
Place a new gasket on the pan,
and install the pan on the transmis-
sion.
4.
On PEA models, connect the
filler tube to the pan and tighten the
fitting securely.
5.
Add three quarts of fluid to the
transmission through the filler tube.
6. Run the engine at idle speed for
about two minutes, and then run it at
fast idle speed (about 1200 rpm) until
it reaches it's normal operating temp-
erature. Do not race the engine.
7.
Shift the selector lever through
all the positions, place it at P, and
check the fluid level. The fluid level
should be above the ADD mark. If
necessary, add enough fluid io the
transmission to bring the level be-
tween the ADD and FULL marks on
che dipstick. Do not overfill the trans-
mission.
FMX OK C6
TRANSMISSION
1.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist or
jack stands.
2.
Place a drain pan under the
transmission.
3.
Loosen the pan attaching bolts
to drain the fluid from the transmis-
sion.
4.
After the fluid has drained to the
level of the pan flange, remove the
rest of the pan bolts working from the
rear and both sides of the pan to
allow it to drop and drain slowly.
5.
When the fluid has stopped
draining from the transmission, re-
move and thoroughly clean the pan
and the screen. Discard the pan gas-
ket.
6. Place a new gasket on the pan,
and install the pan on the transmis-
sion.
7.
Add three quarts of fluid to the
transmission through the filler tube.
8. Run the engine at idle speed for
about two minutes, and then run it at
fast idle speed (about 1200 rpm) until
it reaches normal operating tempera-
ture.
Do not race the engine.
9. Shift the selector lever through
all the positions, place it at P, and
check the fluid level. The fluid level
should be above the ADD mark. If
necessary, add enough fluid to the
transmission to bring the level be-
tween the ADD and FULL marks on
the dipstick. Do not overfill the trans-
mission.
OIL COOLER TUBE
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
When fluid leakage is found at the
oil cooler, the cooler must be re-
placed. Cooler replacement is de-
scribed in the Cooling System Section
of Group 11.
When one or more of the fluid
cooler steel tubes must be replaced,
each replacement tube must be fabri-
cated from the same size steel tubing
as the original line.
Using the old tube as a guide, bend
the new tube as required. Add the
necessary fittings, and install the tube.
After the fittings have been tight-
ened, add fluid as needed, and check
for fluid leaks.
VACUUM DIAPHRAGM
ADJUSTMENT NON-ALTITUDE
COMPENSATING TYPE
The C4 and C6 transmissions are
equipped with an adjustable vacuum
diaphragm assembly. A similar ad-
justable diaphragm has been released
for service with the FMX transmis-
sion. However, the FMX service dia-
phragm is not interchangeable with
that used on C4 and C6 models.
The vacuum diaphragm assembly
has an adjusting screw in the vacuum
hose connecting tube (Fig. 14).
SPRING
SEAT
THIS CLEARANCE CHANGED
BY ADJUSTING SCREW
D1830-A
FIG. 14—Adjustable Vacuum Unit
The inner end of the screw bears
against a plate which in turn bears
against the vacuum diaphragm spring.
All readings slightly high or all
readings slightly low may indicate the
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General Transmission Service
07-01-11
STOP
PIN
GROMMET
Tool - T67P-734LA
GROMMET
LEVER
CONTROL ROD REMOVAL
GROMMET INSTALLATION
Tool - T67P-734LA
r
CONTROL ROD INSTALLATION
3/16"-1/4'
CONTROL ROD
STOP
PIN
FIG. 18—Removing
or
Installing Shift Linkage Grommet
D 1742-A
MANUAL SHIFT LINKAGE
GROMMET REPLACEMENT-
COLUMN SHIFT
The manual lever assembly
on ve-
hicles equipped with
a
column shift
in-
corporates
an oil
impregnated plastic
grommet
in the end of the
lever
arm.
A special tool T67P-7341-A
is re-
quired
to
install
the
grommet
in the
manual lever,
and to
install
the
manu-
al linkage
rod
into
the
grommet.
Re-
move
and
install
the
grommet
as fol-
lows:
1.
Place
the
lower
jaw of the
tool
between
the
manual lever
and the con-
trol
rod.
Position
the
stop
pin
against
the
end of the
control
rod (Fig. 18)
and force
the rod out of the
grommet.
Remove
the
grommet from
the
manu-
al lever
by
cutting
off the
large shoul-
der with
a
sharp knife.
The
grommet
must
be
removed from
the
manual
lever
and a new one
installed each
time
the rod is
disconnected.
2.
Before installing
a
new grommet,
adjust
the
stop
pin to 1/2
inch
and
coat
the
outside
of the
grommet with
lubricant. Then, place
the
grommet
on
the stop
pin and
force
it
into
the
man-
ual lever hole. Turn
the
grommet
sev-
eral times
to be
sure
it is
properly
seated.
3.
Readjust
the
stop
pin to the
height shown
in Fig. 18. The pin
height
is
determined
by the
length
of
the
rod end
which
is to be
installed
into
the
grommet.
If the pin
height
is
not adjusted,
the
control
rod may be
pushed
too far
through
the
grommet
causing damage
to the
grommet
re-
taining
lip.
4.
With
the pin
height properly
ad-
justed, position
the
control
rod on the
tool
and
force
the rod
into
the
grom-
met until
the
groove
in the rod
seats
on
the
inner retaining
lip of the
grom-
met.
Be
sure
the rod
protrudes
through
the
grommet approximately
1/4 inch after installation.
CLEANING
AND
INSPECTION
CLEANING
TRANSMISSION
Clean
the
parts with suitable solvent
and
use
moisture-free
air to dry off all
the parts
and
clean
out oil
passages.
The composition clutch plates,
bands
and
synthetic seals should
not
be cleaned
in a
vapor degreaser
or
with
any
type
of
detergent solution.
To clean these parts, wipe them
off
with
a
lint-free cloth.
New
clutch
plates
or
bands should
be
soaked
in
transmission fluid
for
fifteen minutes
before
the
plates
or
bands
are as-
sembled.
CONVERTER
The converter cannot
be
disas-
sembled
for
cleaning.
If
there
is rea-
son
to
believe that
the
converter
con-
tains
an
excessive amount
of
foreign
material,
it
should
be
thoroughly
cleaned.
See the
instructions provided
with
the
Rotunda Automatic Trans-
mission Torque Converter
and
Cooler
Cleaner LRE-60081.
OIL COOLER
When
a
clutch
or
band failure
or
other internal trouble
has
occurred
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