Chrysler 2005 Crossfire SRT6 Service Manual page 3427

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A correct lubricant level check can only be made when the vehicle is level. Also allow the lubricant to settle for a
minute or so before checking. These recommendations will ensure an accurate check and avoid an underfill or over-
fill condition. Always check the lubricant level after any addition of fluid to avoid an incorrect lubricant level condition.
HARD SHIFTING
Hard shifting is usually caused by a low lubricant level, improper, or contaminated lubricants. The consequence of
using non–recommended lubricants is noise, excessive wear, internal bind, and hard shifting. Substantial lubricant
leaks can result in gear, shift rail, synchronizer, and bearing damage. If a leak goes undetected for an extended
period, the first indications of component damage are usually hard shifting and noise.
Shift component damage, incorrect clutch adjustment, or a damaged clutch pressure plate or disc are additional
probable causes of increased shift effort. Incorrect adjustment or a worn/damaged pressure plate or disc can cause
incorrect release. If the clutch problem is advanced, gear clash during shifts can result. Worn or damaged synchro
rings can cause gear clash when shifting into any forward gear. In some new or rebuilt transmissions, new syn-
chronizer rings may tend to stick slightly causing hard or noisy shifts. In most cases, this condition will decline as
the rings wear-in.
TRANSMISSION NOISE
Most manual transmissions make some noise during normal operation. Rotating gears generate a mild whine that is
audible, but generally only at extreme speeds.
Severe, highly audible transmission noise is generally the initial indicator of a lubricant problem. Insufficient,
improper, or contaminated lubricant will promote rapid wear of gears, synchronizers, shift rails, forks and bearings.
The overheating caused by a lubricant problem can also lead to gear and bearing damage.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the propeller shaft. (Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT - REMOVAL).
4. Support the transmission with a jack.
5. Remove the rear transmission mount bolts (1) and
the rear crossmember bolts (2). Remove the rear
transmission mount together, with the crossmem-
ber, from the vehicle.
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