Chrysler 300M 2002 Service Manual page 1261

21 - 12 TRANSAXLE
42LE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (Continued)
Before disassembling transaxle, move the shift
lever clockwise as far as it will go and then remove
the shift lever.
NOTE: Tag all clutch pack assemblies, as they are
removed, for reassembly identification.
CAUTION: Do not intermix clutch discs or plates as
the unit might then fail.
(1) Measure input shaft end play using Tool 8266.
Set up Tool 8266 and a dial indicator as shown in
(Fig. 12). Move input shaft in and out to obtain end
play reading. End play specifications are 0.13 to 0.64
mm (0.005 to 0.025 inch). Record indicator reading
for reference when reassembling the transaxle. If
endplay exceeds the specified range, the #4 thrust
plate needs to be inspected and changed if necessary.
Fig. 12 Measure Input Shaft End Play Using Tool
8266—Typical
1 - TOOL 8266–8
2 - TOOL 8266–2
3 - TOOL C-3339
(2) Remove input and output speed sensors (Fig.
13).
Fig. 13 Remove Input and Output Speed Sensors
1 - OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR
2 - INPUT SPEED SENSOR
(3) Remove transaxle oil pan (Fig. 14).
Fig. 14 Remove Transaxle Oil Pan
1 - TRANSAXLE OIL PAN
LH