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filter (if necessary). Remove transmission-to-cylinder block bolts.
Slide transmission rearward from dowels on cylinder block.
8) Install "C" clamp on edge of transmission housing to hold
torque converter in place. Lower transmission and remove transmission
from vehicle.
Installation
1) To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure torque
converter is fully seated in transmission by measuring distance from
cylinder block surface on transmission housing to front edge on torque
converter bolt lug on front of torque converter. Distance should be .
50" (12.7 mm) if torque converter is fully seated.
CAUTION: Proper length torque converter bolts must be used. If
replacing any torque converter bolts, ensure proper length
bolt is used.
2) Ensure proper length torque converter bolts are used in
accordance with torque converter diameter and number of torque
converter bolt lugs on front of torque converter. See TORQUE CONVERTER
BOLT APPLICATION table.
TORQUE CONVERTER BOLT APPLICATION
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In. (mm)\
9.50" (241.0 mm) 3-Bolt Lug Torque Converter ............ .46 (11.7\
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9.50" (241.0 mm) 4-Bolt Lug Torque Converter ............ .52 (13.2\
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10.00" (254.0 mm) 4-Bolt Lug Torque Converter ........... .52 (13.2\
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10.75" (273.0 mm) 4-Bolt Lug Torque Converter ........... .44 (11.2\
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3) Tighten bolt/nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. Ensure reference mark on torque converter and
flexplate, and drive shaft yokes are aligned. Adjust shift cable and
throttle valve cable if necessary. See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TRUCKS
& RWD VANS article.
4) Use NEW "O" ring when installing dipstick tube. Before
installing oil cooler lines on transmission, ensure all fittings are
clean. Install oil cooler line into quick-disconnect fitting. Push oil
cooler line inward until a click is heard. Pull on oil cooler line to
ensure oil cooler line is locked in place. Fill transmission with
Mopar ATF Plus Type 7176.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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Application Ft. Lbs.
Crankshaft Position Sensor Bolt/Nut
2.5L ..................................................... 14 (19)\
3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L ............................................ ( 1)
Front Drive Shaft Universal Joint Strap-To-Transfer
Case Flange Bolt ......................................... 20 (27)\
Rear Crossmember Bolt ...................................... 50 (68)\
Rear Drive Shaft Center Bearing-To-Crossmember Bolt ........ 50 (68)\
Rear Drive Shaft Universal Joint Strap-To-Rear
Axle Flange Bolt ......................................... 14 (19)\
Starter Bolt
2.5L ..................................................... 33 (45)\
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TR AN SM IS SIO N S ER VIC IN G - A /T
1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1998-99 TRANSMISSION SERVICING
CHRY - Automatic Transmission - Trucks & RWD Vans
Dakota, Durango, Ram Pickup, Ram Van/Wagon
APPLICATION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE APPLICATIONS \
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Model Designation
Dakota & Durango
3.9L ........................................................ 42RE
5.2L ........................................................ 44RE
5.9L ........................................................ 46RE
Ram Pickup
3.9L ................................................. 42RE & 46RE
5.2L & 5.9L (Gasoline) ...................................... 46RE\
5.9L Diesel & 8.0L .......................................... 47RE
Ram Van/Wagon
3.9L ........................................................ 32RH
5.2L ........................................................ 36RH
5.2L & 5.9L ................................................. 46RE
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Model Designation
Dakota & Durango
3.9L ....................................................... NV231
5.2L .............................................. NV231HD Or NV242
5.9L ....................................................... NV242HD
Ram Pickup
1500 ..................................................... NV231HD
2500 & 3500
5.9L Diesel & 8.0L ...................................... NV241HD
All Others ................................................ NV241
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OIL PAN GASKET IDENTIFICATION
Fig. 1: Identifying Oil Pan Gasket (32RH, 42RE & 44RE)
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1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1998-99 TRANSMISSION SERVICING
CHRY - Manual Transmission - Trucks
Dakota, Ram Pickup
APPLICATION
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Model Designation
Dakota
2.5L & 3.9L .............................. AX15/AS82 & ( 1) NV1500
5.2L ...................................................... NV3500
Ram Pickup
3.9L & 5.2L ............................................... NV3500
5.2L & 5.9L (Gasoline) ......................... NV4500 & NV4500HD\
5.9L Diesel & 8.0L ..................... NV4500, NV4500HD & NV5600
( 1) - NV1500 is available on 4-cylinder 2WD models only.
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Model Designation
Dakota
3.9L ....................................................... NV231
5.2L ........................................ NV231HD Or ( 1) NV242HD
5.9L ........................................ NV231HD Or ( 1) NV242HD
Ram Pickup
1500 ..................................................... NV231HD
2500 & 3500 ..................................... NV241 Or NV241HD
( 1) - NV242HD is used on automatic transmission only.
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IDENTIFICATION
TRANSMISSION
AX-15 identification numbers are located on bottom surface of
intermediate plate. NV1500 consists of 2 aluminum housings and a
removable clutch housing. NV1500 is available on 4-cylinder 2WD
models. NV3500 consists of 2 aluminum housings and a non-removable
clutch housing. NV4500 identification tag is attached to driver's side
PTO cover. NV5600 is equipped with 2 identification tags attached to
driver's side of clutch housing.
TRANSFER CASE
Transfer case identification tag is located on rear of
transfer case housing.
LUBRICATION
SERVICE INTERVALS