(25) Install the windshield wiper wire harness and
switch. Route the wire harness down through steer-
ing column jacket.
(26) If equipped, install the cruise control wire har-
ness. Install the turn signal stalk by pushing it
straight into the column.
(27) Insert the hazard warning knob in the hazard
warning switch and press it inward. Align and install
the turn signal switch retaining screws. Ensure that
the turn signal switch is properly seated before tight-
ening the screws. Tighten the screws to 4 Nzm (33 in.
lbs.) torque. Thread the hazard warning switch knob
into the switch and pull the knob outward.
(28) Install and seat the upper bearing race in the
key/lock cylinder housing.
(29) Install the upper bearing preload spring, the
canceling cam and the lockplate.
(30) Install a replacement lockplate retaining snap
ring on the sleeve of the Lock Plate Compressor C-
4156 (J-23653-B). Install the tool on the steering
shaft (Fig. 27).
(31) Compress the lockplate with the compressor
tool and position the retaining snap ring in the steer-
ing shaft groove.
(32) Remove the compressor tool. Ensure that the
retaining ring is completely seated in the groove be-
fore removing the tool.
(33) Position the wire harness protectors, if
equipped, over the wire harnesses and snap them in
place on the steering column.
(34) Install the lockplate cover.
(35) Install the steering wheel. Refer to the instal-
lation procedure.
(36) Insert the ignition key in the key/lock cylin-
der; turn the cylinder to the OFF-UNLOCK position ;
move the ignition switch downward to eliminateany switch-to-remote rod lash; and tighten the igni-
tion switch attaching screws to 4 Nzm (35 in. lbs.)
torque.
(37) Depress the dimmer switch slightly and insert
a 3/32-inch drill bit into the adjustment hole.
(38) Loosen the retaining screws and move the
dimmer switch toward the steering wheel to remove
any lash. Tighten the dimmer switch retaining
screws to 4 Nzm (35 in. lbs.) torque.
(39) Remove the drill bit and test operation by
moving the dimmer switch stalk. Test the dimmer
switch operation in the full-up, down and center
steering wheel positions.
(40) Install the steering column and steering
wheel. Refer to the installation procedure.
(41) Connect the battery negative cable.
Fig. 27 Lockplate Retaining Ring Installation
19 - 68 STEERINGJ
GOVERNOR DISASSEMBLY
(1) Remove governor weights and spring from body
(Fig. 13).
(2) Remove snap ring and separate inner weight
and outer weight and spring (Fig 13).
(3) Remove bolts attaching governor to park gear
(Fig. 13).
(4) Remove park gear from governor body.
(5) Remove filter screen from park gear or gover-
nor body (Fig. 13).
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
Thoroughly clean all the governor parts in a suit-
able cleaning solution but do not use any type of
caustic cleaning agents.
The weights and valves should fall freely in their
bores when clean and dry. Minor surface scratches
and burrs can be removed with crocus cloth.
Inspect the governor weight spring for distortion.
Replace the spring, if damaged. Clean the filter in
solvent and dry it with compressed air. Replace the
filter, if damaged. Inspect the park gear for chipped
or worn gear teeth or damaged ring grooves. Replace
the gear, if damaged.
GOVERNOR ASSEMBLY
The governor valve used in 30RH/31RH/32RH
transmissions built since the 1992 model year, is
made of aluminum. In addition, the output shaft
has been spotfaced to accept the new aluminum
valve. The aluminum valve must not be used in
previous transmissions. The valve can only be
used with an output shaft that has been spot-
faced for valve end clearance. In addition, thegovernor body and output shaft must be prop-
erly indexed during reassembly. Be sure to in-
dex these components as described in the
Transmission Assembly and Adjustment proce-
dures.
(1) Install filter screen in park gear.
(2) Assemble governor body and park gear. Be sure
oil passages in body and gear are aligned.
(3) Install governor-to-park gear bolts finger tight
only at this time.
(4) Install governor weight snap ring in governor
body. Then install governor weight and spring assem-
bly in governor body.
GOVERNOR INSTALLATION
(1) Align and install park gear/governor assembly
on output shaft.
(2) Align valve shaft bore in governor body with
bore in output shaft.Be sure hole in output shaft
for governor valve shaft is aligned with gover-
nor valve bore in governor body. Valve shaft
will bind if misalignment occurs. Remove and
reposition governor body if necessary.
(3) Install governor valve and shaft. Be sure shaft
slides freely in bore before installing E-clip on shaft.
(4) Install governor valve on shaft and in governor
body. Then install remaining shaft retaining snap
ring.
(5) Install components that retain governor body
and park gear on output shaft as follows:
(a) On models with single snap ring, install snap
ring (Fig. 12). Be sure ring is seated in shaft.
(b) On models with thrust washer and two snap
rings, install thin snap ring first. Then install
thrust washer second and thick snap ring last (Fig.
12).
16(c) Verify correct position of snap rings.Be
sure flat side of each snap ring is toward gov-
ernor body.
(6) Tighten governor-to-park gear bolts to 11 Nzm
(95 in. lbs.).
(7) Install adapter and gasket on transmission.
Tighten adapter bolts to 32 Nzm (24 ft. lbs.).
(8) Install transfer case and rear crossmember.
(9) Connect speedometer cable, or vehicle speed
sensor wires exhaust pipe brackets and brake cable,
if removed.
(10) Align and connect propeller shafts. Tighten
clamp bolts to 19 Nzm (14 ft. lbs.) torque.
(11) Remove supports and lower vehicle.
(12) Check and adjust transmission fluid level.
PARK LOCK COMPONENT REPLACEMENT
COMPONENT REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle and remove transfer case and
adapter housing from transmission.
Fig. 13 Governor Components
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VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION: Do not force valves or plugs into place
during reassembly. If the valve body bores, valves
and plugs are free of distortion or burrs, the valve
body components should all slide into place easily.
In addition, do not overtighten the transfer plate
and valve body screws during reassembly. Over-
tightening can distort the valve body resulting in
valve sticking, cross leakage and unsatisfactory op-
eration. Tighten valve body screws to recom-
mended torque only.
(1) Lubricate valve body bores, valves and plugs
with ATF Plus, or Dexron IIŸ transmission fluid.
(2) Insert rear clutch and rear servo check balls in
transfer plate (Fig. 110).
(3) Install filter screen in separator plate (Fig.
110).
(4) Align and install separator plate on transfer
plate. Verify check ball position before installing sep-
arator plate on transfer plate.
(5) Install new O-ring on converter clutch solenoid
and insert solenoid in separator plate (Fig. 115).
Then secure solenoid in position with attaching
screw. Tighten screw to 4 Nzm 35 in. lbs.) torque.
(6) Position valve body so internal passages and
check ball seats are facing upward. Then install
steel/plastic check balls in valve body (Fig. 116). The
one large check ball is approximately 11/32 inch in
diameter. The remaining check balls are approxi-
mately 1/4 inch in diameter.
(7) Align and install assembled transfer and sepa-
rator plates on valve body. Install and tighten valve
body screws alternately in a diagonal pattern to 4
Nzm (35 in. lbs.) torque.
(8) Assemble and install clutch module and compo-
nents on valve body (Fig. 117).
(9) Assemble regulator valve line pressure plug,
sleeve, throttle plug and spring (Fig. 108). Insert as-
sembly in valve body and install end plate. Tighten
end plate screws to 4 Nzm (35 in. lbs.) torque.
(10) Install 1-2 and 2-3 shift valves and springs
(Fig. 113).(11) Install 1-2 shift control valve and spring (Fig.
113)
(12) Install shuttle valve as follows:
(a) Insert shuttle valve in bore.
(b) Insert plastic guides in shuttle valve second-
ary spring.
(c) Install spring on end of valve.
(d) Hold shuttle valve in place. Then compress
secondary spring and install E-clip in groove at end
of valve.
(e) Verify that spring and E-clip are properly
seated before proceeding.
(13) Install shuttle valve cover plate (Fig. 113).
Tighten end plate screws to 4 Nzm (35 in. lbs.)
torque.
(14) Install 1-2 and 2-3 valve governor plugs in
valve body (Fig. 113). Then install shuttle valve pri-
mary spring and throttle plug.
(15) Align and install governor plug end plate on
valve body and install end plate screws. Tighten
screws to 4 Nzm (35 in. lbs.) torque.
(16) Install manual valve (Fig. 112).
(17) Install throttle valve and spring. Then install
kickdown valve and detent (Fig. 112).
(18) Install pressure regulator valve and switch
valve in valve body.
(19) Install manual lever detent spring in housing.
Place detent ball on end of spring and push ball and
spring into housing. Secure ball and spring with De-
tent Retainer 6583 (Fig. 103).
(20) Insert line pressure adjusting screw in adjust-
ing screw bracket (Fig. 102).
Fig. 116 Correct Position Of Valve Body Check Balls
Fig. 115 Installing Converter Clutch Solenoid
21 - 144 30RH/32RH TRANSMISSION OVERHAULJ
(21) Install spring on end of line pressure regula-
tor valve.
(22) Install switch valve spring on tang at end of
adjusting screw bracket (Fig. 102).
(23) Position adjusting screw bracket on valve
body. Align valve springs and press bracket into
place. Install short, upper bracket screws first and
long bottom screw last. Verify that valve springs and
bracket are properly aligned. Then tighten all three
bracket screws to 4 Nzm (35 in. lbs.) torque.
(24) Install module and connecting tube. Be sure
long end of tube goes to module (Fig. 106). Tighten
module screws to 4 Nzm (35 in. lbs.) torque.
(25) Install throttle lever in valve body. Then in-
stall manual lever over throttle lever and start man-
ual lever into valve body.
(26) Align manual lever detent with detent ball
and align lever arm with manual valve. Hold throttle
lever upward. Then press down on manual lever un-
til lever is fully seated.
(27) Install manual lever seal, washer and retain-
ing E-clip.
(28) Lubricate shaft of manual lever with light
coat of petroleum jelly. This will help protect seal lip
when manual shaft seal is installed.
(29) Verify that throttle lever is aligned with end
of kickdown valve stem and that manual lever arm is
engaged in manual valve (Fig. 118).
(30) If line pressure and/or throttle pressure ad-
justment screw settings were not disturbed, continue
with overhaul or reassembly. However, if adjustmentscrew settingsweremoved or changed, readjust as
described in Valve Body Control Pressure Adjust-
ment procedure.
VALVE BODY CONTROL PRESSURE
ADJUSTMENTS
There are two control pressure adjustments on the
valve body which are, line pressure and throttle pres-
sure.
The two pressures are interdependent because each
affects shift quality and timing. Each pressure ad-
justment must be performed properly and in the cor-
Fig. 118 Manual And Throttle Lever Alignment
Fig. 117 Converter Clutch Module Components
J30RH/32RH TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL 21 - 145
PRESSURE TEST ANALYSIS
If pressures in D and Reverse are higher than
specified, check for the following:
²throttle cable loose, worn, binding or out of adjust-
ment
²throttle valve, downshift plug, throttle cam, or pri-
mary regulator valve are sticking, worn or damaged
If pressures in D and Reverse are lower than spec-
ified, check for following:
²throttle cable loose, worn, binding or out of adjust-
ment
²throttle valve, downshift plug, throttle cam stick-
ing, worn or damaged
²primary regulator valve sticking, worn, or dam-
aged
²oil pump gears or housing worn or damaged
²overdrive clutch worn or damaged
If pressures are low in D range only, check for fol-
lowing:
²forward clutch worn or damaged
²fluid leakage in D range circuit (component seal
and O-rings)
If pressures are low in Reverse only, check for fol-
lowing:
²shift cable and manual valve out of adjustment
²fluid leakage in reverse circuit (component seal
and O-rings)
²direct clutch worn or damaged
²first/reverse brake worn or damaged
TORQUE CONVERTER STALL TEST
Stall testing checks the holding ability of the trans-
mission clutches and brakes and of the torque con-
verter stator overrunning clutch.
(1) Be sure transmission fluid is at normal operat-
ing temperature.
(2) Connect tachometer to engine. Position tachom-
eter so it can be viewed from drivers seat.
(3) Apply parking brakes and block wheels.
(4) Apply and hold service brakes.
(5) Shift transfer case into 2H position. On models
with NP249 transfer case, leave transfer case in 4H
position.
(6) Start engine.
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO STAND AT
THE FRONT OR REAR OF THE VEHICLE DURING
THE TEST.
(7) Shift transmission into D range.
(8) Press accelerator pedal to wide open throttle
position and note maximum engine rpm. Stall speed
should be 2100 to 2400 rpm in D range.
CAUTION: Do not maintain wide open throttle for
more than 3-4 seconds at a time.(9) Release throttle and shift transmission into
Neutral. Allow transmission fluid to cool for 15-20
seconds.
(10) Shift transmission into Reverse.
(11) Press accelerator down to wide open throttle
position and note maximum engine rpm. Stall speed
should be 2100-to-2400 rpm in Reverse.
STALL SPEED TEST ANALYSIS
If engine rpm is lower than specified in D and Re-
verse, check for the following:
²engine output/performance insufficient
²stator overrunning clutch in torque converter not
holding if engine speed was 1500 rpm or less.
If stall speed in D range is higher than specified,
check for the following:
²line pressure low
²forward clutch slipping
²No. 2 one-way clutch not holding
²overdrive one-way clutch not holding
If stall speed in Reverse was higher than specified,
check for the following:
²line pressure low
²direct clutch slipping
²first/ reverse brake slipping
²overdrive one-way clutch not holding
If stall speeds were higher than specified in both D
and Reverse, check for the following:
²low fluid level
²line pressure low
²overdrive one-way clutch not holding
TIME LAG TEST
This test checks general condition of the overdrive
clutch, forward clutch, rear clutch and first/reverse
brake. Condition is indicated by the amount of time
required for clutch/brake engagement with the en-
gine at curb idle speed. Engagement time is mea-
sured for D and Reverse positions. A stop watch is
recommended for test accuracy.
TEST PROCEDURE
(1) Check and adjust transmission fluid level if
necessary.
(2) Bring transmission to normal operating tem-
perature.
(3) Apply parking brakes and turn off air condi-
tioning unit.
(4) Shift transfer case into 2H range. On models
with NP249 transfer case, leave transfer case in 4H
range.
(5) Start engine and check curb idle speed. Adjust
speed if necessary. Curb idle must be correct to en-
sure accurate test results.
(6) Shift transmission into Neutral and set stop
watch.
(7) During following test steps, start stop watch as
soon as shift lever reaches D and Reverse ranges.
JAW-4 TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSIS 21 - 169
AW-4 IN-VEHICLE SERVICE
INDEX
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Accumulator Pistons and Springs........... 179
Adapter Housing Seal Replacement.......... 182
Checking Fluid Level and Condition.......... 173
Manual Valve Shaft Seal Replacement....... 178
Park Interlock Cable Adjustment............ 186
Park Rod and Pawl Service................ 181
Park/Neutral Position Switch............... 173
Second Coast Brake Servo................ 181
Shift Cable Adjustment................... 186
Speed Sensor.......................... 182Speed Sensor RotorÐSpeedometer Drive Gear . 183
Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) Service....... 184
Transmission Control Module (TCM) Service . . . 173
Transmission Cooler Line Fittings........... 187
Transmission Cooler Service............... 187
Transmission Throttle Cable Adjustment....... 185
Transmission Throttle Cable Replacement..... 184
Transmission Valve Body Installation......... 177
Transmission Valve Body Removal.......... 176
Transmission Valve Body Solenoids.......... 175
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL AND CONDITION
Recommended fluid for AW-4 transmissions is Mo-
par Dexron IIE/Mercon. Mopar Dexron II may be
used if Mercon fluid is not readily available.
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL
(1) Be sure transmission fluid is at normal operat-
ing temperature. Normal operating temperature is
reached after approximately 15 miles (25 km) of op-
eration.
(2) Position vehicle on level surface. This is impor-
tant for an accurate fluid level check.
(3) Shift transmission through all gear ranges and
back to Park.
(4) Apply parking brakes.
(5) Verify that transmission is in Park.
(6) Wipe off dipstick handle to prevent dirt from
entering fill tube. Then remove dipstick and check
fluid level and condition.
(7) Correct fluid level isto FULL mark on dip-
stick when fluid is at normal operating temper-
ature(Fig. 1).
(8) If fluid level is low, top off level with Mopar
Dexron IIE/Mercon. Mopar Dexron II may also be
used if Mercon is not available.Do not overfill
transmission. Add only enough fluid to bring
level to Full mark.
CHECKING FLUID CONDITION
Inspect the appearance of the fluid during the fluid
level check. The fluid should be clear and free of for-eign material or particles. If the fluid is dark brown
or black in color and smells burnt, the fluid has been
overheated and should be replaced.
Transmission operation should also be checked if
the fluid is severely discolored and contains quanti-
ties of foreign material, metal particles, or clutch disc
friction material.
A small quantity of friction material or metal
particles in the oil pan is normal. The particles
are usually generated during the break-in pe-
riod and indicate normal seating of the various
transmission components.
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)
SERVICE
Use the DRB II scan tool to diagnose transmission
control module function whenever a fault is sus-
pected. Replace the module only when actually faulty.
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE
REPLACEMENT
The transmission control module is mounted under
the instrument panel. On left hand drive models, it is
at the driver side of the lower finish panel (Fig. 2).
On right hand drive models, it is at the passenger
side of the lower finish panel (Fig. 3).
To remove the module, disconnect the wire harness,
remove the mounting screws and remove the module
from the finish panel. Tighten the module mounting
screws securely after installation. Also be sure the
wire harness is not twisted, kinked or touching any
body panels.
PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH
SWITCH TESTING
Test switch continuity with an ohmmeter. Discon-
nect the switch and check continuity at the connector
terminal positions and in the gear ranges indicated
in Figure 3. Switch continuity should be as follows:Fig. 1 Transmission Fluid Level
JAW-4 IN-VEHICLE SERVICE 21 - 173
valve shaft. Tighten lever attaching nut to 16 Nzm
(12 ft. lbs.) torque.
(99) Install retaining clamp for wire harness and
throttle cable (Fig. 69).
(100) Install torque converter.
(101) Verify that converter is seated by measuring
distance between converter housing flange and one of
the converter mounting pads (Fig. 70). Use straight-
edge and vernier calipers to measure distance. On 6-
cyl. transmissions, distance should be 16.5 mm (0.650
in.).
(102) Secure converter in transmission with C-
clamp or metal strapping. Do this before mounting
transmission on jack or moving transmission under
vehicle.
(103) Install lower half of transmission fill tube (in-
stall upper half after transmission is in vehicle).
CAUTION: The transmission cooler and lines must
be reverse flushed if overhaul corrected a malfunc-
tion that generated sludge, metal particles, or
clutch friction material. The torque converter should
also be replaced if contaminated by the same mal-
function. Debris and residue not flushed from the
cooler and lines will flow back into the transmissionand converter. The result will be a repeat failure and
shop comeback.Fig. 69 Installing Cable/Harness Clamps
Fig. 70 Checking Converter Installation
Fig. 68 Park/Neutral Position Switch Installation/
Adjustment
JAW-4 TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL 21 - 271
Radial runout of more than 1.5 mm (.060 inch)
measured at the center line of the tread may cause
the vehicle to shake.
Lateral runout of more than 2.0 mm (.080 inch)
measured near the shoulder of the tire may cause the
vehicle to shake.
Sometimes radial runout can be reduced. Relocate
the wheel and tire assembly on the mounting studs
(See Method 1). If this does not reduce runout to an
acceptable level, the tire can be rotated on the wheel.
(See Method 2).
METHOD 1 (RELOCATE WHEEL ON HUB)
Check accuracy of the wheel mounting surface; ad-
just wheel bearings.
Drive vehicle a short distance to eliminate tire flat
spotting from a parked position.
Make sure all wheel nuts are properly torqued.
Relocate wheel on the mounting, two studs over
from the original position.
Re-tighten wheel nuts until all are properly
torqued, to eliminate brake distortion.
Check radial runout. If still excessive, mark tire
sidewall, wheel, and stud at point of maximum
runout and proceed to Method 2.
METHOD 2 (RELOCATE TIRE ON WHEEL)
Rotating tire on wheel is particularly effective
when there is runout in both tire and wheel.Remove tire from wheel and re-mount wheel on
hub in former position.
Check wheel radial runout (Fig. 9).
²STEEL WHEELS: Radial runout 0.040 in., Lateral
runout 0.045 in.
²ALUMINUM WHEELS: Radial runout 0.030 in.,
Lateral runout 0.035 in.
If point of greatest runout is near original chalk
mark, remount tire 180 degrees. Recheck runout.
VEHICLE VIBRATION
Vehicle vibration can be caused by:
²Tire/wheel unbalance or excessive runout
²Defective tires with extreme tread wear
²Nylon overlay flat spots (performance tires only)
²Incorrect wheel bearing adjustment (if applicable)
²Loose or worn suspension/steering components
²Certain tire tread patterns
²Incorrect drive shaft angles or excessive drive
shaft/yoke runout
²Defective or worn U-joints
²Excessive brake rotor or drum runout
²Loose engine or transmission supports/mounts
²And by engine operated accessories
Refer to the appropriate Groups in this man-
ual for additional information.
VIBRATION TYPES
There are two types of vehicle vibration:
²Mechanical
²Audible.
Mechanical vehicle vibration can be felt through
the seats, floor pan and/or steering wheel.
Audible vehicle vibration is heard above normal
background noise. The sound can be a droning or
drumming noise.Vibrations are sensitive to change in engine
torque, vehicle speed or engine speed.
ENGINE TORQUE SENSITIVE VIBRATION
This vibration can be increased or decreased by:
²Accelerating
²Decelerating
²Coasting
²Maintaining a constant vehicle speed
VEHICLE SPEED SENSITIVE VIBRATION
This vibration condition always occurs at the same
vehicle speed regardless of the engine torque or en-
gine speed.
ENGINE SPEED (RPM) SENSITIVE VIBRATION
This vibration occurs at varying engine speeds. It
can be isolated by increasing or decreasing the en-
gine speed with the transmission in NEUTRAL posi-
tion.
VIBRATION DIAGNOSIS
A vibration diagnosis should always begin with a
10 mile (16 km) trip (to warm the vehicle and tires).
Then a road test to identify the vibration. Corrective
Fig. 9 Checking Wheel Runout
JWHEELS AND TIRES 22 - 9