Tools Required

J 21366 Converter Holding Strap

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable assembly from the battery negative terminal. Refer to

   Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

   in General Information.
2. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Disconnect the range selector cable from the transmission bracket. Refer to Shift Cable Replacement .
4. Disconnect the range selector cable from the transmission range selector lever. Refer to Shift Cable Replacement .
5. Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece , Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece , or Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece in Propeller Shaft.
6. Support the transmission with a transmission jack.
7. For the 4WD vehicles, remove the transfer case. Refer to one of the following procedures in Transfer Case:

•	Transfer Case Replacement (Selectable Four Wheel Drive)

•	Transfer Case Replacement (Auto Four Wheel Drive )

•	Transfer Case Replacement (Manual Four Wheel Drive)




8. Gasoline Engine: Remove the following components:

8.1.

Two bolts

8.2.	Two washers

8.3.

One nut

8.4.	The transmission to engine brace




9. Diesel Engine: Remove the following components:

9.1.

Two bolts

9.2.	Two washers

9.3.	The transmission to engine brace

10. Remove the nut and washer securing the transmission mount to the crossmember.
11. Remove the two bolts and washers securing the mount to the transmission.
12. Remove the bolts and nuts securing the crossmember to the frame.
13. Remove the exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifolds. Remove the muffler assembly from the exhaust pipe, if required.



14. Five liter and 4.3L Gasoline Engine-Remove the six bolts securing the converter cover to the transmission.
15. Mark the flywheel and the torque converter alignment.



16. Diesel Engine and 7.4L/5.7L Engines-Remove the four bolts securing the converter cover to the transmission.
17. Mark the flywheel and the torque converter alignment.



18. Remove the bolts that attach the torque converter to the engine flywheel.



19. Remove the transmission vent hose.
20. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the vehicle speed sensors and from the park neutral position switch.
21. Remove all vehicle electrical harness wires, harness clips, tubes, and brackets that may interfere with the removal of the transmission.
22. Remove the fluid fill tube and the fill tube seal from the transmission. Refer to Transmission Fluid Filler Tube and Seal Replacement .
23. Plug the fluid fill tube opening in the transmission.
24. Disconnect the transmission oil cooler pipes from the transmission. Refer to Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement .
25. Plug the transmission oil cooler pipe connectors in the transmission case.
26. Install the J 21366 in order to keep the torque converter from sliding off of the transmission turbine shaft.
27. Support the engine with a suitable jack stand before removing the transmission from the engine.



28. Remove the six studs securing the transmission to the engine.
29. Pull the transmission straight back from the engine.
30. Lower the transmission using the transmission jack.
31. Flush the transmission oil cooler and the pipes whenever you remove the transmission for overhaul, or replacement of the torque converter, the pump, or the transmission case. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test .
32. Clean the transmission case using a solvent dampened cloth. Do not allow solvent to enter the transmission.
33. Air dry the transmission.
34. Clean all hardware and the flywheel cover using solvent. Air dry all the parts.
35. Inspect all the components for wear and damage.
36. Inspect all the seals and the fittings for signs of wear.
37. Inspect the torque converter for stripped or broken weld nuts.
38. Inspect the transmission case for cracks.
39. Clean the transmission case using a solvent dampened cloth.
40. Do not allow solvent to enter the transmission.

Air dry.

41. Inspect all of the components for wear and damage.
42. Inspect all the seals and the fittings for signs of wear.
43. Inspect the torque converter for stripped or broken weld nuts.
44. Inspect the transmission case for cracks.

Tools Required

J 21366 Converter Holding Strap

Important: The torque converter and the flywheel must be aligned and must rotate freely.

1. Install the J 21366 in order to keep the torque converter from sliding off of the transmission turbine shaft.



2. Install the six studs that are securing the transmission to the engine in the following way:

2.1.	Raise the transmission into place and remove the J 21366 .

2.2.	Support the transmission with a transmission jack.

2.3.	Slide the transmission straight onto the locating pins while lining up the marks on the flywheel and the torque converter.

3. Tighten the six studs.

Tighten
Tighten the studs to 47 N·m (34 lb ft).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.




4. Install the transmission vent hose.
5. Connect the wiring harness connectors to the vehicle speed sensors and to the park neutral position switch.
6. Install all of the vehicle electrical harness wires, harness clips, tubes, and brackets removed before transmission removal.
7. Remove the two plugs from the transmission case cooler pipe connectors.
8. Install the transmission cooler pipes. Refer to Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement .
9. Install the transmission fluid fill tube and the fill tube seal. Refer to Transmission Fluid Filler Tube and Seal Replacement .



10. Install the three bolts securing the torque converter to the engine flywheel.

Tighten

1. Tighten the bolts finger tight in order to insure proper converter seating.
2. Tighten the bolts to 67 N·m (49 lb ft).



11. For the 6.5 liter diesel engine and the 7.4L/5.7L gasoline engines, Install the bolts securing the converter cover to the transmission.

Tighten
Tighten the converter cover bolts to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).




12. For the 5.0L gasoline engine, install the bolts securing the converter cover to the transmission.

Tighten
Tighten the converter cover bolts to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).

13. Install the exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifolds and the muffler assembly from the exhaust pipe if required. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement (Left Side) or Exhaust Manifold Replacement (Right Side) in Engine Controls.
14. Install the bolts securing the crossmember to the frame.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 77 N·m (56 lb ft).

15. Install the two bolts and washers securing the mount to the transmission.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

16. Install the nut and the washer securing the transmission mount to the crossmember.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 52 N·m (38 lb ft).




17. For a gasoline engine, install the two bolts, the two washers, and a nut securing the brace to the engine and the transmission.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 55 N·m (41 lb ft).




18. For a diesel engine, install the two bolts, the two washers, and a nut securing the brace to the engine and the transmission.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 70 N·m (51 lb ft).

19. For a 4WD vehicle, install the transfer case to the transmission. Refer to one of the following procedures in Transfer Case:

•	Transfer Case Replacement (Selectable Four Wheel Drive)

•	Transfer Case Replacement (Auto Four Wheel Drive )

•	Transfer Case Replacement (Manual Four Wheel Drive)

20. Remove the transmission jack and the engine support stands.
21. Install the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece , Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece , or Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece in Propeller Shaft.
22. Install the transmission range select cable to the transmission range select lever and the bracket. Refer to Shift Cable Replacement .
23. Remove the safety stands.
24. Lower the vehicle.
25. Fill with new transmission fluid. Refer to Fluid Capacity Specifications and to Transmission Fluid Check .
26. Connect the battery negative cable assembly to the battery negative terminal.

Tighten
Tighten the terminal bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).