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41TE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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41TE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DISASSEMBLY ........................166
ASSEMBLY ...........................184
ACCUMULATOR DESCRIPTION ........................206 VALVE BODY
REMOVAL ............................206
DISASSEMBLY ........................208
ASSEMBLY ...........................212
INSTALLATION ........................217
41TE AUTOMATIC
TRANSAXLE
DISASSEMBLY
NOTE: If transaxle is being overhauled (clutch and/or
seal replacement) or replaced, it is necessary to per-
form the PCM/TCM Quick Learn Procedure. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/POW-
ERTRAIN/TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE)
NOTE: This procedure does not include final drive
(differential) disassembly.
(1) Remove input and output speed sensors.
(2) Remove three (3) solenoid/pressure switch
assembly-to-case bolts. (3) Remove solenoid/pressure switch assembly and
gasket (Fig. 1).
Fig. 1 Solenoid/Pressure Switch Assembly and Gasket
1 - SOLENOID/PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY
2 - GASKET
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(67) Using tool 6062, remove outer output bearing
cup (Fig. 70).
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: The cooler bypass valve must be
replaced if transaxle failure has occurred. Do not
attempt to reuse or clean old valve.
NOTE: If transaxle is being overhauled (clutch
and/or seal replacement), the TCM/PCM Quick Learn
procedure must be performed. (Refer t o 8 - ELEC-
TRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/TRANS-
MISSION CONTROL MODULE - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)
(1) Install both output bearing cups using Tool
5050 (Fig. 71). (2) Install low/reverse piston retainer gasket (Fig.
72). Make sure gasket holes line up with case.
(3) Install low/reverse piston retainer (Fig. 73).
Fig. 70 Remove Output Bearing Outer Cup
1 - TOOL 6062
Fig. 71 Install Both Output Bearing Cups
1 - OUTPUT BEARING CUPS
2 - WRENCHES
3 - TOOL 5050
Fig. 72 Install Piston Retainer Gasket
1 - GASKET HOLES MUST LINE UP
2 - LOW/REVERSE CLUTCH PISTON RETAINER GASKET
Fig. 73 Install Piston Retainer
1 - LOW/REVERSE CLUTCH PISTON RETAINER
2 - GASKET
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ACCUMULATOR
DESCRIPTION
The 4XTE underdrive, overdrive, low/reverse, and 2/4
clutch hydraulic circuits each contain an accumulator.
An accumulator typically consists of a piston, return
spring(s), and a cover or plug. The overdrive and under-
drive accumulators are located within the transaxle
case, and are retained by the valve body (Fig. 145).
The low reverse accumulator (Fig. 146) is also
located within the transaxle case, but the assembly is
retained by a cover and a snap-ring.
The 2/4 accumulator is located in the valve body. It is
retained by a cover and retaining screws (Fig. 147).
VALVE BODY
REMOVAL
NOTE: If valve body is replaced or reconditioned,
the TCM Quick Learn Procedure must be per-
formed. (Refer t o 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION CONTROL
MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Disconnect gearshift cable from manual valve
lever. (3) Remove manual valve lever from manual shaft.
(4) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(5) Remove oil pan bolts (Fig. 148).
Fig. 145 Underdrive and Overdrive Accumulators
1 - OVERDRIVE PISTON AND SPRING
2 - UNDERDRIVE PISTON AND SPRING
Fig. 146 Low/Reverse Accumulator
1 - PISTON
2 - RETURN SPRINGS
Fig. 147 2/4 Accumulator Assembly
1 - VALVE BODY
2 - RETAINER PLATE
3 - DETENT SPRING
4 - RETURN SPRINGS
5 - PISTON
Fig. 148 Oil Pan Bolts
1 - OIL PAN BOLTS (USE RTV UNDER BOLT HEADS)
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CAUTION: The valve body manual shaft pilot may
distort and bind the manual valve if the valve body
is mishandled or dropped.
DISASSEMBLY
NOTE: If valve body assembly is being recondi-
tioned, the PCM/TCM Quick Learn Procedure must
be performed. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELEC-
TRONIC CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION
CONTROL MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(1) Remove manual shaft seal (Fig. 154). (2) Remove Transmission Range Sensor retaining
screw (Fig. 155).
(3) Remove Manual Shaft/Rooster Comb and
Transmission Range Sensor (Fig. 156).
Fig. 153 Valve Body Removal/Installation
1 - VALVE BODY
Fig. 154 Manual Shaft Seal
1 - SEAL
2 - MANUAL SHAFT
Fig. 155 Remove Transmission Range Sensor
1 - TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR
2 - MANUAL VALVE CONTROL PIN
3 - RETAINING SCREW
Fig. 156 Manual Shaft/Rooster Comb and Transmission Range Sensor
1 - TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR
2 - MANUAL SHAFT
3 - ROOSTER COMB
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(14) Remove regulator valve spring retainer (Fig.
167).
(15) Remove remaining retainers as shown in (Fig.
168). (16) Remove valves and springs as shown in (Fig.
169).
NOTE: Refer to Valve Body Cleaning and Inspection
for cleaning procedures.
ASSEMBLY
NOTE: If valve body assembly is reconditioned, the
PCM/TCM Quick Learn Procedure must be per-
formed. (Refer t o 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION CONTROL
MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(1) Install valves and springs as shown in (Fig.
169). (2) Install regulator valve spring retainer (Fig.
170). (3) Install dual retainer plate using Tool 6301 (Fig.
171).
Fig. 167 Remove Regulator Valve Spring Retainer using Tool 6302
1 - TOOL 6302
2 - RETAINER
Fig. 168 Valve Retainer Location
1 - RETAINER
2 - RETAINER
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(14) Install Manual Shaft/Rooster Comb and
Transmission Range Sensor (Fig. 182).
(15) Make sure Manual Valve control pin is con-
tained within the rooster comb slot (Fig. 183). Install
Transmission Range Sensor retaining screw (Fig.
183) and torque to 5 N´m (45 in. lbs.). (16) Install manual shaft seal (Fig. 184).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: If valve body assembly is being replaced or
reconditioned, it is necessary to perform the TCM
Quick Learn Procedure. (Refer t
o 8 - ELECTRICAL/
ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION
CONTROL MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(1) Install valve body assembly to transaxle (Fig.
185). Install and torque valve body-to-transaxle case
bolts (Fig. 186) to 12 N´m (105 in. lbs.).
Fig. 182 Install Manual Shaft/Rooster Comb and Transmission Range Sensor
1 - TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR
2 - MANUAL SHAFT
3 - ROOSTER COMB
Fig. 183 Install Transmission Range Sensor Retaining Screw
1 - TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR
2 - MANUAL VALVE CONTROL PIN
3 - RETAINING SCREW
Fig. 184 Manual Shaft Seal
1 - SEAL
2 - MANUAL SHAFT
Fig. 185 Valve Body Removal/Installation
1 - VALVE BODY
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VALVE BODY (Continued)