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Shipo
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gene
They need RTV??? Please explain. While I don't deny that they need something to keep the ATF+4 sealed inside the transmission, I truly don't understandy why they'd need RTV as opposed to a gasket. :confuse:
By the way, I've been wrenching for over three decades too so it's not like I'm spouting something that I read elsewhere on the internet.
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Shipo
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Gene
1) Back in the early 1990s most non-dealership shops (and sadly to say, many dealerships as well) were not using the proper Mopar ATF, and as such, many dealerships (those that did use the proper ATF) took issue with transmissions that they hadn't serviced. The gasket instead of RTV was apparently a top-off to them that somebody else had service the tranny.
2) Had that transmission failed, it would have been up to the dealership to prove that it was the gasket that caused the failure, and failing that, most any court in the land would have forced them to honor the warranty. That said, if they could also show that Dextron or Mercon was in the transmission, then all bets would have been off.
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Shipo
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gene
https://www.dodgeparts.com/oe_parts_catalog.html (look up part number: 5011115AA)
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Shipo
cheers gene
As my dear-departed father used to say (field engineer for Packard) when asked for his "proof" of a certain procedure, he used to say:
"My proof is at the end of my wrench".
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Shipo
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TSB 21-05-99
DISCUSSION:
A reusable silicone gasket has been developed to replace the RTV method of sealing the automatic transmission oil pan. Due to more frequent Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) change intervals and the possibility of the fluid foaming if it comes in contact with uncured RTV it is recommended that this gasket be used in all applications.
NOTE: THIS GASKET CAN BE REUSED UP TO THREE (3) TIMES.
PARTS REQUIRED:
**1 -- 05011113AA -- Gasket, Transmission Oil Pan, 31TH**
**1 -- 05011114AA -- Gasket, Transmission Oil Pan, 42LE**
1 ----- 05011115AA -- Gasket, Transmission Oil Pan, 41TE/AE
Form TSB-004 Rev. 1.05
DaimlerChrysler Corporation
Dealer Technical Operations
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It seems that it was true that RTV was the desired methodology for sealing the transmission oil pan at one point, however, it seems that this TSB has superseded the factory manual. Said another way, a silicone gasket is now the "PROPER" way to seal the pan.
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Shipo
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gene
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Shipo
Thanks.
Keith
Any ideas?
http://www.epa.gov/obd/warranties.htm#1
Good luck.
But how can I tell if it is the compressor or the A/C clutch?
Could it be that the system is charged with the wrong refrigerant?
Thanks.
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Shipo
crtharp@yahoo.com
I am new to the forum and new to the chrysler as well. I bought this 3.8 L T&C 4 months ago .It has 102K miles on it. 2 days ago I was overtakisng a car and the car just she toppped delivering the power to wheels . I pulled to side and same story . Engine revvs but Van does not more . I tried R as well. Trans fluid was clear and at correct level . I took it to an Indi and he has referred to me a transmission guy. What can be the issue. Will the transmission need a rebuild or is it some solonoid which can be replaced without
opening the tranny.
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rajay
My daughter had a Neon that was acting like the transmission was going bad. After calling around I found one shop that agreed to inspect it for free. It turned out to be a simple electronic component that was defective and it saved us a major repair bill.
Raise the front end and see if you can feel any lateral movement in the wheel when you try to wiggle it back and forth. There should not be any at all. I would suggest replacing the bearings if there is any movement felt.
I would have thought that the mechanic would have already checked for something as easy as this.
You can try a Google search for it or just click on the link below.
Replace Wheel Bearing 2002 Grand Caravan
Did you determine that the bearing was loose when you tried to wiggle the wheel? If it's not then replacing the bearings is not going to solve the problem.
To check for lateral movement, raise the front end off the ground. Grab the TOP of the tire with both hands and try to wiggle it back and forth toward you from the side of the vehicle. Compare any movement with the right front wheel.
If there's no movement then replacing the bearings isn't going to fix the problem.
1. When you stop and give it the gas it sometimes turns completly off.
2. The transmission doesn't seem to go into gear and sometimes jerks when it goes into gear. You can give it the gas and the engine sometimes revs, but it does not go into gear to get moving properly.
We have no check engine lights, etc. on the control panel that are lit up. Something is definetly wrong. What do you all suggest I start checking?