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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1983RAMPAGE BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 25 (SERVICING - A/T)ADJUSTMENTSLOW-REVERSE BAND (REAR)
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage Base, Automatic
Low-Reverse Band (Rear)
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage Base, AutomaticSECTION Low-Reverse Band (Rear)
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Low-Reverse band adjustment screws are located on rear servo lever. Band adjustment screw is not accessible unless oil pan is removed. See Fig 1.
- Drain transaxle and remove oil pan. Loosen band adjustment screw lock nut while holding the adjustment screw from turning. Back off nut 5 turns. Ensure adjustment screw turns freely in case.
- Tighten adjustment screw to 41 INCH lbs. (5 N.m). Back off adjustment screw 3 1/2 turns. Hold in this position and tighten lock nut to 10 ft. lbs. (14 N.m).
- Clean oil pan and remove all gasket material from pan and case. Install oil pan using new RTV sealant. Add the required amount of fluid to fill transaxle. Road test vehicle and recheck fluid level.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.