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2000 Dodge and Ram Intrepid R/T

Overhaul - 42LE Automatic Transmission: Operation

2000 Dodge and Ram Intrepid R/TSECTION Operation

Models Without Autostick

When gearshift lever is in "OD" (overdrive) position, transaxle will shift through all 4 speeds with torque converter lock-up in Overdrive. When gearshift lever is in "3" position, transaxle uses only 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears with 2nd-to-3rd gear shift delayed until vehicle speed is at least 40 MPH. When operating with gearshift lever in "3" position, torque converter lock-up occurs in 3rd gear for improved transaxle cooling. If engine coolant temperature becomes excessively warm, torque converter lock-up will occur in 2nd gear. When gearshift lever is in "L" position, engine braking is provided for descending grades.

Models With Autostick (Intrepid, Prowler & 300M)

With gearshift lever in "OD" position, transmission shift schedule is same as non-autostick vehicle. When gearshift lever is moved into "A/S" (autostick) position, transaxle remains in same gear until gearshift lever is moved to left (downshift) or right (upshift). Vehicle can be driven from a complete stop in 1st, 2nd or 3rd gear. Shifting into "OD" position cancels autostick mode and transaxle resumes OD shift schedule. For safety, durability and driveability, some shifts are executed automatically or prevented. See AUTOSTICK OVERRIDE SHIFT SCHEDULE table.

All Models

TCM contains a self-diagnostic system which stores a DTC if a transaxle problem is present. DTCs can be retrieved to determine the transaxle problem area. For information on electronic transaxle components, see CHRYSLER 42LE ELECTRONIC CONTROLS article.

AUTOSTICK OVERRIDE SHIFT SCHEDULE

Shift Sequence

Condition

Automatic Shifts

4-3 Coast

13 MPH

3-2 Coast

9 MPH

2-1 Coast

5 MPH

1-2 Upshift

2.7L & 3.2L

6300 RPM

3.5L

6600 RPM

2-3

2.7L & 3.2L

6300 RPM

3.5L

6600 RPM

4-3 Kickdown

13-47 MPH

Overridden Manual Shifts

3-4

Less Than 15 MPH

3-2

⁽¹⁾

2-1

⁽²⁾

⁽¹⁾	74 MPH or more with closed throttle, or 70 MPH with any other throttle position.

⁽²⁾	41 MPH or more with closed throttle, or 38 MPH with any other throttle position.

Fig 1: Identifying Transaxle Component Locations

Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.

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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.