Chrysler Dodge Caravan 2002 Manual page 1916

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FLUID (Continued)
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FLUID DRAIN AND
FILL
NOTE: For proper fluid change intervals, (Refer to
LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES - DESCRIPTION)
The fluid required in this transaxle is Mopar
ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid—Type 9602).
Use of substitute fluids may result in improper
transaxle operation and/or failure.
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.).
Fig. 127 Transaxle Drain Plug
1 - TRANSAXLE DRAIN PLUG
2 - DIFFERENTIAL COVER
FLUID FILL
(1) Remove transaxle fill plug (Fig. 128).
(2) Add 2.4-2.7L (2.5-2.9 qts.) of Mopar
(Automatic Transmission Fluid—Type 9602) until
fluid is within 1/8" below fill hole.
(3) Install fill plug, ensuring it is properly seated.
(4) Lower vehicle.
1 - FILL PLUG
2 - END COVER
GEARSHIFT BOOT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove gearshift knob by pushing down and
rotating ⁄ -turn clockwise (Fig. 129).
1
4
ATF+4
Fig. 129 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 - GEARSHIFT KNOB
2 - GEARSHIFT LEVER
T850 MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Fig. 128 Transaxle Fill Plug
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