1996 CHRYSLER VOYAGER sensor

TORQUE MANAGEMENT
Most 41TE transaxles utilize torque management.
Torque management is a unique function of the Pow-
ertrain Control Module (PCM). The PCM receives
output signals from the Transmission Control Module
(TCM) and many various engine sensors. The PCM
evaluates these signals and decides if it is necessary
to decrease the output of the engine's torque. This
reduction in torque does not interfere with the nor-
mal operation of the vehicle. This reduction in torque
will prolong the life of the drivetrain components.
Torque reduction is not noticeable in normal driving
functions. The torque reduction function shuts off
above 16 MPH.
ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS
This vehicle utilizes a diagnostic system called
OBDII. The powertrain control module communicates
with the Transmission Control Module. Whenever
the transaxle sets a fault in the Transmission Con-
trol Module (dependent on which fault is set), the
powertrain control module will turn on a MIL (Mal-
function Indicator Lamp) on the instrument cluster.
By reading the code in the powertrain control module
it will tell you where the fault occurred. If the fault
occurred in the transaxle, the controller will read a
CODE 45.For further information regarding OBDII,
refer to Group 25, Emission Systems.
These controls provide comprehensive, on-board
transaxle diagnostics. The information available can
aid in transaxle diagnosis. For example, apply ele-
ment buildup rate indicates solenoid performance.
Also included are self diagnostic functions. Self diag-
nostics allow the technician to test the condition of
the electronic controls. The Transmission Control
Module continuously monitors its critical functions. It
also records any malfunctions, and the number of
engine starts since the last malfunction. This allows
the technician to use the information in the event of
a customer complaint.
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE
Do not interchange Transmission Control Modules
with previous year transmission control modules. If a
same year TCM is being used from a different vehi-
cle, the following procedures must be performed:
²Quick Learn Procedure
²Electronic Pinion Factor Procedure
The Transmission Control Module is located on the
right inner fender panel, in the engine compartment.
It is held in place by four mounting screws.NOTE: If the Transmission Control Module has
been replaced, the following procedures must be
performed:
²Quick Learn Procedure: This procedure will
allow the transmission control module to learn the
characteristics of the vehicle.
²Electronic Pinion Factor Procedure: This proce-
dure will reprogram the TCM to compensate for dif-
ferent tire sizes and final drive ratios.
GEARSHIFT AND PARKING LOCK CONTROLS
The transaxle is controlled by a lever type gear-
shift incorporated within the steering column. The
control has six selector lever positions: P (park), R
(reverse), N (neutral), and D (drive), 2 (second), and
1 (first). The parking lock is applied by moving the
selector lever past a gate to the P position.Do not
apply the parking lock until the vehicle has
stopped; otherwise, a severe ratchet noise will
occur.
TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR
The 41TE transaxle is equipped with a transmis-
sion range sensor that is located on top of the valve
body. This sensor will allow for accurate transmission
gear position measurement.
To service the transmission range sensor (TRS),
you must remove the valve body. For repair proce-
dures, refer to the Removal and Installation section
within this group.
Also located within the TRS is a transmission tem-
perature sensor. This sensor is used to measure the
transmission fluid sump temperature. The transmis-
sion temperature sensor is serviced with the TRS as
a unit.
SHIFT POSITION INDICATOR
The shifter position indicator is located in the
instrument cluster. The shifter position indicator out-
lines with a box the gear position the transaxle man-
ual valve lever is in.
The transmission range sensor (located on the
valvebody) sends a signal to the TCM on the position
of the transaxle manual valve lever. The TCM
receives the switch signal and processes the data.
The TCM sends the Shift Lever Position (SLP) infor-
mation to the BCM via the CCD bus. The BCM then
outlines with a box the appropriate shifter position
indicator in the instrument cluster.
To replace the shifter position indicator, refer to
Group 8E, Instrument Panel And Gauges.
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

REVERSE CLUTCH
Apply air pressure to the reverse clutch apply pas-
sage and watch for the push/pull piston to move rear-
ward. The piston should return to its starting
position when the air pressure is removed.
2/4 CLUTCH
Apply air pressure to the feed hole located on the
2/4 clutch retainer. Look in the area where the 2/4
piston contacts the first separator plate and watch
carefully for the 2/4 piston to move rearward. The
piston should return to its original position after the
air pressure is removed.
LOW/REVERSE CLUTCH
Apply air pressure to the low/reverse clutch feed
hole (rear of case, between 2 bolt holes). Then, look
in the area where the low/reverse piston contacts thefirst separator plate. Watch carefully for the piston to
move forward. The piston should return to its origi-
nal position after the air pressure is removed.
UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH
Because this clutch piston cannot be seen, its oper-
ation is checked by function. Air pressure is applied
to the low/reverse and the 2/4 clutches. This locks the
output shaft. Use a piece of rubber hose wrapped
around the input shaft and a pair of clamp-on pliers
to turn the input shaft. Next apply air pressure to
the underdrive clutch. The input shaft should not
rotate with hand torque. Release the air pressure
and confirm that the input shaft will rotate.
FLUID LEAKAGE-TORQUE CONVERTER HOUSING
AREA
(1) Check for source of leakage.
(2) Fluid leakage at or around the torque converter
area may originate from an engine oil leak. The area
should be examined closely. Factory fill fluid is red
and, therefore, can be distinguished from engine oil.
(3) Prior to removing the transaxle, perform the
following checks:
(4) When leakage is determined to originate from
the transaxle, check fluid level prior to removal of
the transaxle and torque converter.
(5) High oil level can result in oil leakage out the
vent in the manual shaft. If the fluid level is high,
adjust to proper level.
(6) After performing this operation, inspect for
leakage. If a leak persists, perform the following
operation on the vehicle. This will determine if the
torque converter or transaxle is leaking.
TORQUE CONVERTER LEAKAGE
Possible sources of torque converter leakage are:
²Torque converter weld leaks at the outside
(peripheral) weld.
²Torque converter hub weld.
NOTE: Hub weld is inside and not visible. Do not
attempt to repair. Replace torque converter.
SHIFT POSITION INDICATOR
The transmission range sensor (on the valve body)
sends a signal to the TCM on the position of the
transaxle manual valve lever. The TCM receives the
switch signal and processes the data. The TCM sends
the Shift Lever Position (SLP) information to the
BCM via the CCD bus. The BCM then outlines with
a box the appropriate shifter position indicator in the
instrument cluster.
Fig. 3 Air Pressure Test Plate
Fig. 4 Testing Reverse Clutch
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

If a problem arises with the shifter position indica-
tor, consult the following chart for diagnostic infor-
mation. If the malfunction cannot be corrected using
the chart, consult the proper diagnostic manual.
To replace the shifter position indicator, refer to
Group 8E, Instrument Panel And Gauges.SERVICE PROCEDURES
FLUID AND FILTER CHANGE
When the factory fill fluid is changed, only fluids
labeled MOPARtATF PLUS 3 (Automatic Transmis-
sion fluid) Type 7176 should be used.
If the transaxle is disassembled for any reason, the
fluid and filter should be changed.
30,000 MILE TRANSAXLE OIL CHANGE
When a vehicle attains 30,000 miles on its odome-
ter it is recommended that the transaxle oil be
changed. To change the oil, use the procedure that
follows:
It is recommended that a transaxle fluid exchanger
(ATF 2000+ or equivalent) be used to replace the
used fluid in the transaxle. If a fluid exchanger is not
available use a fluid suction pump (Vaculayor equiv-
alent) to draw the fluid out of the dipstick tube. If a
fluid suction pump is not available remove the oil
pan and drain the fluid.
CAUTION: Chrysler Corporation does not recom-
mend using any fluid exchanger that introduces
additives into the transaxle.
TRANSAXLE FLUID EXCHANGER METHOD
(1) To perform the transaxle fluid exchange, the
transaxle must be at operating temperature. Drive
the vehicle till it reaches full operating temperature.
(2) Verify that the fill tank on the transaxle fluid
exchanger (ATF 2000+ or equivalent) is clean and
dry.
(3) Fill the tank to the recommended fill capacity
with Mopar ATF Plus 3 Type 7176.
(4) Hookup the vehicle to the machine following
the manufacturers instructions. Perform the
exchange procedure following the instructions pro-
vided with the machine.
(5) Once machine has completed the fluid
exchange. Check the fluid level and condition and fill
to proper level with Mopar ATF Plus 3 Type 7176.
NOTE: Verify that the transaxle cooler lines are
tightened to proper specifications. Cooler line
torque specification is 2 N´m (18 in. lbs.).
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE
ALL PRND3L DISPLAY
LIGHTS9ON9IN P&N
GEAR POSITIONS1.Check wiring and
connectors
2. Faulty trans. range
sensor
3. Faulty manual lever
ALL DISPLAY LIGHTS
9ON9IN ALL GEAR
POSITIONS1. Check wiring &
connectors
2. Faulty trans. range
sensor
3. Faulty manual lever
4. CCD communication
malfunction
5. Check oil level
ALL DISPLAY LIGHTS
9OFF91. Normal transient
condition between P&R
and R&N gear positions
2. Check shift lever
linkage
3. Body controller
malfunction
4. Check wiring and
connectors
5. Faulty cluster
ALL DISPLAY LIGHTS
9OFF9ACCOMPANIED
BY A9NO BUS9
MESSAGE1. CCD communication
malfunction
DISPLAY LIGHTS OUT
OF SEQUENCE WITH
SHIFT LEVER1. Check wiring and
connectors
2. Faulty trans. range
sensor
3. Faulty manual lever
4. CCD communication
malfunction
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

²The shift lever position must stay until
prompted to shift to overdrive
²The shift lever position must stay in overdrive
after the Shift to Overdrive prompt until the DRBIII
indicates the procedure is complete
²The calculated oil temperature must be above
60É and below 200É
(1) Plug the DRBIII scan tool into the data link
connector. The connector is located under the instru-
ment panel.
(2) Go to the Transmission screen.
(3) Go to the Miscellaneous screen.
(4) Select Quick Learn Procedure. Follow the
instructions of the DRBIII to perform the Quick
Learn Procedure.
PINION FACTOR PROCEDURE
The vehicle speed readings for the speedometer are
taken from the output speed sensor. The TCM must
be calibrated to the different combinations of equip-
ment available. A procedure has been developed
called Pinion Factor. It allows the technician to set
the Transmission Control Module initial setting so
that the speedometer readings will be correct.
Failure to perform this procedure will cause a No
Speedometer Operation condition.
This procedure must be performed if the Transmis-
sion Control Module has been replaced.
To properly read or reset the Pinion Factor, it is
necessary to use a DRBIII scan tool. Perform the fol-
lowing steps with the DRBIII scan tool to read or
reset the Pinion Factor:
(1) Plug the DRBIII scan tool into the data link
connector located under the instrument panel.
(2) Select the Transmission menu.
(3) Select the Miscellaneous menu.
(4) Select Pinion Factor. Then follow the instruc-
tions on the DRBIII scan tool screen.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
GEARSHIFT CABLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove cable eyelet attachment from transaxle
operating lever pin (Fig. 6).
(2) Using pliers, squeeze ears of cable conduit
attachment at mounting bracket (Fig. 7) and push
through hole to remove (Fig. 8).
(3) Remove the under instrument panel silencer
(Fig. 9). Refer to Group 8E, Instrument Panel And
Gauges for more information.
(4) At the steering column attachment, remove the
cable eyelet attachment from the shift lever pin.(5) Using pliers, squeeze ears of cable attachment
at mounting bracket then push through hole to
remove.
(6) Unseat the dash grommet and remove the
cable from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install cable into steering column attachment
bracket. Verify conduit ears are fully engaged. Verify
cable does not interfere with brake pedal actuation.
(2) Attach cable eyelet fitting onto shift lever pin.
(3) Insert transaxle end of cable through dash
panel hole and fully seat grommet.
(4) Install instrument panel silencer. Verify gear-
shift cable is routed through the slot in the silencer.
CAUTION: Failure to route the cable properly at the
silencer may cause brake pedal interference.
(5) Attach transaxle end of cable to the mounting
bracket on the transaxle. Assure the conduit attach-
ment ears are fully seated.
Fig. 6 Gearshift Cable
Fig. 7 Grommet Clips
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

SOLENOID ASSEMBLY-REPLACE
To install solenoid assembly, reverse removal pro-
cedure. Tighten screws to 12 N´m (105 in. lbs.).
TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR
The transmission range sensor is located within
the transaxle. To remove the TRS the transaxle oil
pan and valve body must be removed.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove engine air cleaner and tube.
(3) Remove gearshift cable (Fig. 17).
(4) Remove manual valve lever.
(5) Disconnect transmission range sensor connec-
tor.
(6) Hoist vehicle.
(7) Carefully remove transaxle oil pan and drain
fluid.
(8) Remove transaxle oil filter. Let transaxle oil
drain fully.
(9) Remove valve body retaining bolts.
(10) Extract park rod from guide bracket and
remove valve body from transaxle.
(11) Place valve body on workbench (Fig. 18).
(12) Remove TRS retaining screw (Fig. 19).
Fig. 12 Manual Valve Lever (Shift Lever)
Fig. 13 Remove Input Speed Sensor
Fig. 14 Remove Sound Cover
Fig. 15 Remove Attaching Screws
Fig. 16 Remove Solenoid Assembly
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(13) Remove manual shaft seal (Fig. 20).
(14) Slide Transmission Range Sensor up the man-
ual shaft and remove (Fig. 21).
INSTALLATION
(1) For installation, reverse removal procedure.
Tighten TRS retaining screw to 5 N´m (45 in. lbs.)
Reseal transaxle oil pan using RTV.
SPEED SENSOR-INPUT
CAUTION: When disconnecting speed sensor con-
nector, be sure that the weather seal does not fall
off or remain in old sensor.
The input speed sensor is located to the left of the
manual shift lever (Fig. 22).
SPEED SENSOR-OUTPUT
CAUTION: When disconnecting speed sensor con-
nector, be sure that the weather seal does not fall
off or remain in old sensor.
The output speed sensor is located to the right of
the manual shift lever (Fig. 23).
Fig. 17 Gearshift Cable And Manual Valve Lever
Fig. 18 Valve Body W/TRS
Fig. 19 Remove Retaining Screw
Fig. 20 Remove Manual Shaft Seal
Fig. 21 Remove Transmission Range Sensor
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE
Do not interchange Transmission Control Modules
with previous year transmission control modules. If a
same year TCM is being used from a different vehi-
cle, the following procedures must be performed:
²Quick Learn Procedure
²Electronic Pinion Procedure
The Transmission Control Module is located on the
right fender inner panel, in the engine compartment.
It is held in place by four mounting screws.
NOTE: If the Transmission Control Module has
been replaced, the following procedures must be
performed:
²Quick Learn Procedure: This procedure will
allow the transmission control module to learn the
characteristics of the vehicle.²Electronic Pinion Factor Procedure: This proce-
dure will reprogram the TCM to compensate for dif-
ferent tire sizes and final drive ratios.
REMOVAL
(1) Loosen 60 way retaining screw, located in the
center of the 60 way connector (Fig. 24). Then discon-
nect the 60 way connector on Transmission Control
Module.
(2) Remove Transmission Control Module mount-
ing screws and lift module from vehicle (Fig. 25) (Fig.
26).
INSTALLATION
(1) To install, reverse removal procedure.
Fig. 22 Input (Turbine) Speed Sensor
Fig. 23 Output Speed Sensor
Fig. 24 Loosen Connector Screw
Fig. 25 Mounting Screws
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

INSTALLATION
To install valve body, reverse removal procedure
CAUTION: The valve body manual shaft pilot may
distort and bind the manual valve if the valve body
is mishandled or dropped.
NOTE: To ease installation of the valve body, turn
the manual valve lever fully clockwise.
Guide park rod rollers into guide bracket, while
shifting manual lever assembly out of the installation
position.
TRANSAXLE
Transaxle removal does NOT require engine
removal.
See Group 7, Cooling to drain engine cooling sys-
tem and remove coolant return extension (3.0 liter
engine only).The transaxle and torque converter must be
removed as an assembly; otherwise, the torque con-
verter drive plate, pump bushing or oil seal may be
damaged. The drive plate will not support a load;
therefore, none of the weight of the transaxle should
be allowed to rest on the drive plate during removal.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(2) Remove air cleaner duct. Disconnect transaxle
shift linkage at manual valve lever (Fig. 34).
(3) Squeeze grommet clips and remove cable at
transaxle bracket (Fig. 35) (Fig. 36).
(4) Remove 16±way engine harness connector from
dipstick tube bracket. Remove dipstick tube bracket
nut at cylinder head. Remove dipstick tube.
(5) Remove transaxle cooler lines.
(6) Remove connector at transaxle solenoid pack.
(7) Remove input and output speed sensor wiring
connectors (Fig. 37) (Fig. 38).
Fig. 32 Remove Valve Body
Fig. 33 Valve Body Removed
Fig. 34 Shift Linkage At Manual Valve Lever
Fig. 35 Grommet Clips
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)