TRANSMISSION
Note. Complete transmission identification plate information is not available from manufacturer.
Scheme 103
2003
Under normal driving conditions, inspect transmission fluid every 30,000 miles. Under severe conditions such as trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating under dusty conditions, replace transmission fluid every 30,000 miles.
2004
Under normal driving conditions, inspect transmission fluid every 60,000 miles.
ON-VEHICLE REPAIRS
Note. Various components may be serviced without transmission removal, depending on application. For servicing of these components, see appropriate component under ADJUSTMENTS and/or REMOVAL & INSTALLATION . For additional information on testing electrical components, see appropriate DIAGNOSIS article.
PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH
- Check that engine can only be started with shift lever in the "N" or "P" positions, not in any other position. If engine can be started in any position other than "N" or "P", adjust Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch. Go to next step.
- Adjust PNP switch using the following steps: Loosen bolt of PNP switch and set shift lever to "N" position. Align the groove and neutral basic line. (Scheme 104) Hold switch in position and tighten bolt to 10 ft. lbs. (13 N.m). After adjustment, perform inspection as described in step 1.
Scheme 104
SHIFT LEVER
- Inspect shift lever position using the following steps: When shifting from "P" to "R" position only with ignition switch ON and brake pedal depressed, make sure that gearshift lever moves smoothly and can be moderately operated. When starting engine, make sure that the vehicle moves forward when shifting from "N" to "D" position and moves rearward when shifting to "R" position.
- If adjustment is required, proceed to adjust shift lever position using the following steps: Loosen nut on shift lever. Push shift lever fully downward. Return shift lever 2 notches to "N" position. (Scheme 105) Set gearshift lever to "N" position. While holding gearshift lever lightly toward the "R" position side, tighten the lever nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156576-S08856031722003072200000). Start engine and make sure that vehicle moves forward when shifting lever from "N to "D" position and moves rearward when shifting it to "R" position.
