2003 CHRYSLER CARAVAN lock

FLUID DRAIN
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Remove transaxle drain plug (Fig. 127) and
drain fluid into suitable container.
(3) Install drain plug and torque to 23 N´m (17 ft.
lbs.).
FLUID FILL
(1) Remove transaxle fill plug (Fig. 128).
(2) Add 2.4-2.7L (2.5-2.9 qts.) of MopartATF+4
until fluid is within 3/16º below fill hole.
(3) Install fill plug, ensuring it is properly seated.
(4) Lower vehicle.
GEARSHIFT BOOT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove gearshift knob by pushing down and
rotating1¤4-turn clockwise (Fig. 129).
(2) Remove gearshift boot from center console by
disengaging three (3) retaining clips (Fig. 130).
Fig. 127 Transaxle Drain Plug
1 - TRANSAXLE DRAIN PLUG
2 - DIFFERENTIAL COVER
Fig. 128 Transaxle Fill Plug
1 - FILL PLUG
2 - END COVER
Fig. 129 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
Fig. 130 Gearshift Boot Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT BOOT
2 - CENTER CONSOLE
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FLUID (Continued)
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INSTALLATION
(1) Install gearshift boot to console and secure
with three (3) retaining clips (Fig. 130).
(2) Install gearshift knob (Fig. 129). Orient shift
pattern
1¤4-turn clockwise, press down, and rotate1¤4-
turn counter-clockwise.
(3) Secure gearshift boot to base of knob.
GEARSHIFT CABLE -
CROSSOVER
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove gearshift knob by pushing down and
rotating
1¤4-turn clock-wise (Fig. 131).
(3) Remove gearshift boot from center console by
disengaging at three (3) retaining clips (Fig. 132).
(4) Apply park brake to allow park brake handle to
clear center console upon removal.
(5) Remove two (2) cupholder bottom plugs (Fig.
133).
Fig. 131 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
Fig. 132 Gearshift Boot Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT BOOT
2 - CENTER CONSOLE
Fig. 133 Cup Holder Plugs
1 - CUPHOLDER PLUG (2)
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(15) Install gearshift boot to console (Fig. 153).
Secure with three (3) retainer clips.
(16) Install gearshift knob to gearshift lever (Fig.
154). Orient shift pattern
1¤4-turn clockwise, push
down and rotate1¤4-turn counter-clockwise and
release. Secure boot to knob.
(17) Connect battery negative cable.
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTMENT
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove gearshift knob by pushing down and
rotating
1¤4-turn clock-wise (Fig. 155).
(3) Remove gearshift boot from center console by
disengaging at three (3) retaining clips (Fig. 156).
Fig. 153 Gearshift Boot Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT BOOT
2 - CENTER CONSOLE
Fig. 154 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
Fig. 155 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
Fig. 156 Gearshift Boot Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT BOOT
2 - CENTER CONSOLE
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(4) Apply park brake to allow park brake handle to
clear center console upon removal.
(5) Remove two (2) cupholder bottom plugs (Fig.
157).
(6) Remove four (4) center console-to-gearshift
mechanism screws. Remove console assembly (Fig.
158).(7) Loosen crossover cable adjustment screw (Fig.
159).
(8) Rock gearshift lever back and forth between
1±2 and 5±R planes. Release lever, allowing shifter
spring to return lever to the neutral position in the
3±4 plane. Place gearshift lever in the 3rd gear posi-
tion.
(9) Torque crossover lever adjustment screw to 8
N´m (70 in. lbs.).No load should be applied to
the shifter lever in any direction (hands off)
while tightening screw.
(10) Verify gearshift lever travel through all gear
ranges with engine off (not running).
(11) Install center console assembly (Fig. 158).
Install and torque center console-to-gearshift mecha-
nism screws to 5 N´m (45 in. lbs.).
(12) Install cupholder plugs (Fig. 157).
(13) Install gearshift boot to console (Fig. 156).
Secure boot to console with three (3) retainer clips.
(14) Install gearshift knob to gearshift lever (Fig.
155). Orient shift pattern on knob
1¤4-turn clockwise,
push down and rotate1¤4-turn counter-clockwise and
release. Secure boot to knob.
(15) Connect battery negative cable.
Fig. 157 Cup Holder Plugs
1 - CUPHOLDER PLUG (2)
Fig. 158 Center Console Removal/Installation (LHD
Shown Ð RHD Typical)
1 - CENTER CONSOLE
2 - SCREW (4)
3 - GEARSHIFT MECHANISM
Fig. 159 Crossover Cable Adjustment Screw
1 - CROSSOVER CABLE
2 - ADJUSTMENT SCREW
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GEARSHIFT CABLE -
SELECTOR
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove gearshift knob by pushing down and
rotating
1¤4-turn clock-wise (Fig. 160).
(3) Remove gearshift boot from center console by
disengaging at three (3) retaining clips (Fig. 161).(4) Apply park brake to allow park brake handle to
clear center console upon removal.
(5) Remove two (2) cupholder bottom plugs (Fig.
162).
(6) Remove four (4) center console-to-gearshift
mechanism screws. Remove console assembly (Fig.
163).
Fig. 160 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
Fig. 161 Gearshift Boot Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT BOOT
2 - CENTER CONSOLE
Fig. 162 Cup Holder Plugs
1 - CUPHOLDER PLUG (2)
Fig. 163 Center Console Removal/Installation (LHD
Shown Ð RHD Typical)
1 - CENTER CONSOLE
2 - SCREW (4)
3 - GEARSHIFT MECHANISM
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(15) Install gearshift knob to gearshift lever (Fig.
183). Orient shift pattern1¤4-turn clockwise, push
down and rotate1¤4-turn counter-clockwise and
release. Secure boot to knob.
(16) Connect battery negative cable.
GEARSHIFT KNOB
REMOVAL
(1) Separate gearshift boot from base of knob.
(2) Remove gearshift knob by pushing down and
rotating
1¤4-turn clockwise (Fig. 184).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install gearshift knob pattern1¤4-turn clock-
wise, press down, and rotate1¤4-turn counter clock-
wise (Fig. 184).
(2) Secure gearshift boot to base of knob.
GEARSHIFT MECHANISM
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove gearshift knob by pushing down and
rotating
1¤4turn clock-wise (Fig. 185).
Fig. 183 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
Fig. 184 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
Fig. 185 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
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(7) Install cupholder plugs (Fig. 202).
(8) Install gearshift boot to console (Fig. 203).
Secure with three (3) retainer clips.(9) Install gearshift knob to gearshift lever (Fig.
204). Orient shift pattern1¤4-turn clockwise, push
down and rotate1¤4-turn counter-clockwise and
release. Secure boot to knob.
(10) Connect battery negative cable.
Fig. 202 Cup Holder Plugs
1 - CUPHOLDER PLUG (2)
Fig. 203 Gearshift Boot Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT BOOT
2 - CENTER CONSOLE
Fig. 204 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
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(8) Remove 4th gear blocker ring (Fig. 210).
(9) Remove 3/4 synchronizer snap ring (Fig. 211).
Discard and replace with new snap ring upon assem-
bly.(10) Remove 3/4 synchronizer (Fig. 212).
(11) Remove 3rd gear blocker ring (Fig. 213).
(12) Remove 3rd gear and needle bearing (if
equipped) (Fig. 214).
(13) Inspect third gear thrust washer for signs of
excessive wear. To replace, drive off of input shaft
with suitable drift and hammer.
Fig. 210 4th Gear Blocker Ring
1 - 4th GEAR BLOCKER RING
Fig. 211 3/4 Synchro Snap Ring
1 - SNAP RING
2 - 3/4 SYNCHRONIZER
Fig. 212 3/4 Synchro Assembly
1 - 3/4 SYNCHRONIZER
Fig. 213 3rd Gear Blocker Ring
1 - 3RD GEAR BLOCKER RING
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INPUT SHAFT (Continued)
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