6F24 Automatic Transmission - Service Information: Maintenance Dodge Dart PF

FLUID

Fluid Type, Capacity and Service Interval

Note. There is no service interval recommended for the 6F24 Automatic Transaxle when operated under normal conditions.

The fluid used in the 6F24 Automatic Transaxle is clear liquid with red tint. It is formulated for use only in the 6F24 automatic transaxle. The Mopar Part Number (PN) is on Star Parts .

The factory fill fluid capacity of the 6F24 Automatic Transaxle is 7.1 L (7.5 qt.). Service fill with full torque converter and fluid cooler is 4.7 L (5 qt.)

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1. Raise the vehicle on a suitable hoist that will keep the vehicle in a level position, front-to-rear and side-to-side. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-646211-S00664313032014072800000) .
2. Remove the belly pan to gain access to the transaxle fluid drain plug (1). Refer to «BELLY PAN, REMOVAL»(ref-646214-S24731623582014072800000) .
3. Position a suitable drain pan (2) under the vehicle to drain the transaxle fluid into.
4. Remove the drain plug from the transaxle (1) and allow fluid the drain into the drain pan.
5. After the fluid has ceased draining from the transaxle, Install the drain plug. Tighten to specifications.
6. Remove the drain pan.
7. Perform repair procedures as necessary or proceed to FLUID FILL Procedure.
8. Install the belly pan. Refer to «BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION»(ref-646214-S07994234782014072800000) .

FLUID FILL

Note. It is necessary to vent the transaxle by removing the plug from the fluid level check port, located on top of the transaxle housing above the differential, before attempting to pour fluid into the transaxle.

The 6F24 Automatic Transaxle is filled through the vent pod located on top front surface of the valve body pan.

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1. Raise the vehicle on a suitable hoist that will keep the vehicle in a level position, front-to-rear and side-to-side. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-646211-S00664313032014072800000) .
2. Remove the belly pan to gain access to the fluid level check port (3) located on top of the transaxle housing above the differential. Refer to «BELLY PAN, REMOVAL»(ref-646214-S24731623582014072800000) .
3. Remove the plug (1) from the fluid level check port (3).
4. Lower the vehicle until the tires are 2 cm (8 in.) off the floor.
5. Connect a Scan tool to the diagnostic connector under the instrument panel on the driver side.
6. Navigate the scan tool to a screen to display the transaxle temperature.
7. Remove the fill plug from the vent pod located on the front of the valve body pan.
8. Insert a suitable funnel into the vent pod on the front of the valve body pan.
9. Slowly pour 4 L (4.3 qt.) of specified fluid into the funnel while watching the fill hole for spill over.
10. Start the engine and allow it to idle in park.
11. Pour 1 L (1.05 qt.) into the transaxle and install the fill plug. Tighten to specification.
12. With engine still running in park, raise the vehicle and check the fluid level.
13. Add or siphon fluid to achieve the specified fluid level. Refer to «FLUID, STANDARD PROCEDURES»(ref-646221-S28379567152014072800000) .
14. Install the fluid check plug in the transaxle. Tighten to specification
15. Install the belly pan. Refer to «BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION»(ref-646214-S07994234782014072800000) .
16. Lower the vehicle and disconnect the scan tool.
17. Road test the vehicle to verify the repair.

FLUID FILTER

FLUID FILTER SERVICE

The fluid filter in the 6F24 automatic transaxle is not periodically serviced. To replace the fluid filter, the transaxle must be removed and the bell housing separated from the transaxle housing. Refer to DISASSEMBLY .

FLUID LEVEL CHECK

Note. It is not necessary to check the fluid level in the 6F24 Automatic Transaxle unless there are shifting issues and/or has evidence of a transaxle fluid leak.

Note. Special Tool (special tool #10323A, Dipstick) Fluid level Indicator (1) and a Scan-tool are required to accurately measure the fluid level (4) in the 6F24 Automatic Transaxle (2).

Checking the fluid level in the 6F24 Automatic Transaxle (2) is to measure the distance from the upper lip of the fluid level check port, located on top of the transaxle housing above the differential, down to the surface of the fluid (4). Tool 10323A fluid level indicator is marked in 5 mm increments with the base of the handle at 140 mm and the lower tip at "0". The engine must be running at idle with the transaxle in park and the vehicle hoisted in a level position.

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1. Connect a Scan Tool to the Diagnostic Connector under the instrument panel on the driver's side of the vehicle.
2. Navigate to a screen to display transaxle fluid temperature.
3. Start the engine and allow it to run at idle with the transaxle in Park.
4. Verify that the fluid temperature is above 50 °C.
5. Raise the vehicle on a suitable hoist that will keep the vehicle in a level position, front-to-rear and side-to-side. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-646211-S00664313032014072800000).
6. Remove the belly pan to gain access to the fluid level check port (3) located on top of the transaxle housing above the differential (1). Refer to «BELLY PAN, REMOVAL»(ref-646214-S24731623582014072800000).
7. Remove the plug from the fluid level check port.
8. Insert tool (special tool #10323A, Dipstick) (2) into the fluid level check port (3) and allow the handle of the tool to rest on the flat surface of the transaxle housing (1) around the check port.
9. Remove the tool from the check port, keeping the handle above the tip so the level reading remains accurate.
10. Note the increment on the shaft of the tool where the fluid left a witness mark.
11. Based on the temperature of the fluid and the measurement on the tool (Scheme 120)or the «6F24 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL TABLE»(ref-646221-S28440554592014072800000) to determine the proper level.
12. Install the plug into the fluid level check port. Tighten to specification.
13. Install the belly pan. Refer to «BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION»(ref-646214-S07994234782014072800000).
14. Lower vehicle.

6F24 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL TABLE

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1. Pry PRND escutcheon upward and separate it from the shifter assembly.
2. Disconnect the wire connector from the PRND display.
3. Pull shift boot upward to expose the shift knob set screw.
4. Loosen the set screw holding the shift knob to the shift lever.
5. Depress and hold the lock button on the shift knob.
6. Lift the shift knob upward and separate it from the shifter.

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1. Depress and hold the lock button (3) on the shift knob.
2. With the lock button facing forward, guide the shift knob (1) downward and onto the shifter (2) until it seats.
3. Release the lock button.
4. Tighten the set screw to hold the shift knob to the shift lever.
5. Connect the wire connector onto the PRND display.
6. Press PRND escutcheon downward until the clips engage the shifter assembly.

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1. Open hood and support it on the prop-rod.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
3. Remove the center floor console from the vehicle. Refer to «CONSOLE, FLOOR, REMOVAL»(ref-646233-S27686239062014072800000) .
4. Disconnect the shift cable from the shifter.
5. Push gear shift cable (2) floor grommet (1) through the access hole (3) in the floor.
6. Remove air cleaner/engine cover. For 2.0L, refer to «BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL»(ref-646216-S37540781882014072800000) . For 2.4L, refer to «BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL»(ref-646217-S11826178562014072800000) .
7. From under the battery tray, pry the shift cable end from the manual lever on the transaxle.
8. Release the clips (2) holding the gear shift cable (1) to the bracket (3) on the transaxle.
9. Lift vehicle on a suitable hoist. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-646211-S00664313032014072800000) .
10. Remove the heat shield from above the steering rack to enable the cable removal.
11. Guide the shift cable rearward over the steering gear and toward passenger side of the vehicle.
12. Squeeze the cable housing lock hub through the widest point between the floor and the steering rack.
13. Separate the shift cable from the vehicle.

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1. Remove the center floor console to gain access to the gear shift cable under the gear shift assembly Refer to «CONSOLE, FLOOR, REMOVAL»(ref-646233-S27686239062014072800000) .
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Place the Powertech transmission and the shifter lever into NEUTRAL. This can be done with the key in the "Run" position and viewing the PRND. (Engine should not be running.)
4. Loosen the cable adjustment screw, but don't remove it.
5. Push shift lever forward, without depressing the knob button, until it hits the gate stop to ensure shifter is in N position.
6. The cable will settle into its natural position which should be near the center of the adjustment slot.
7. Tighten the adjusting screw to 8 +/-1 N.m (70 in. lb.).
8. Verify the shift lever can place the transaxle into PARK and the other gears.
9. Install the floor console. Refer to «CONSOLE, FLOOR, INSTALLATION»(ref-646233-S38396556062014072800000) .