Dodge RAM 1500 1998 Owner's Manual page 1849

21 - 146 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 48RE
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 48RE (Continued)
CONDITION
HARSH ENGAGEMENT
(FROM NEUTRAL TO
DRIVE OR REVERSE)
DIAGNOSIS CHARTS
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. Fluid Level Low.
2. Throttle Linkage Mis-adjusted.
3. Mount and Driveline Bolts Loose.
4. U-Joint Worn/Broken.
5. Axle Backlash Incorrect.
6. Hydraulic Pressure Incorrect.
7. Band Mis-adjusted.
8. Valve Body Check Balls Missing.
9. Axle Pinion Flange Loose.
10. Clutch, band or planetary
component damaged.
11. Converter Clutch Faulty.
CORRECTION
1. Add Fluid
2. Adjust linkage - setting may be too long.
3. Check engine mount, transmission
mount, propeller shaft, rear spring to body
bolts, rear control arms, crossmember and
axle bolt torque. Tighten loose bolts and
replace missing bolts.
4. Remove propeller shaft and replace
U-Joint.
5. Check per Service Manual. Correct as
needed.
6. Check pressure. Remove, overhaul or
adjust valve body as needed.
7. Adjust rear band.
8. Inspect valve body for proper check ball
installation.
9. Replace nut and check pinion threads
before installing new nut. Replace pinion
gear if threads are damaged.
10. Remove, disassemble and repair
transmission as necessary.
11. Replace converter and flush cooler and
line before installing new converter.
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