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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1983RAMPAGE BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 29 (SERVICING - A/T)ADJUSTMENTKICKDOWN (FRONT) BAND
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage Base, Automatic
KICKDOWN (Front) Band
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage Base, AutomaticSECTION KICKDOWN (Front) Band
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- Locate kickdown band adjusting screw at left side (top front) of transaxle case. Loosen adjusting screw lock nut and back off screw 5 turns. Ensure adjusting screw turns freely in case.
- Using Wrench (C-3380-A) with Adapter (C-3705), tighten adjusting screw to 48 INCH lbs. (5 N.m). If adapter is not used, tighten adjusting screw to 72 INCH lbs. (8 N.m).
- Back off front adjusting screw number of turns listed. See KICKDOWN BAND ADJUSTMENT
. Hold adjusting screw and tighten lock nut to 35 ft. lbs. (47 N.m).KICKDOWN BAND ADJUSTMENT
Application Back Off Screw A-413 & A-670 2 1/2 Turns
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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.