Rear Wheel Drive Models

1986 Jeep Cherokee Base, 2D Utility, 2.8 W, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Rear Wheel Drive Models
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  1. Drain transmission and remove oil pan. Locate low-reverse band adjusting screw on rear servo lever.
  2. Loosen adjusting screw lock nut approximately 5 turns and make sure screw turns freely in lever. Using special wrench (C3380-A), tighten adjusting screw to 72 INCH lbs. (8.1 N.m).
  3. Back off adjusting screw specified number of turns as given in Low-Reverse Band Adjustment table. Hold adjusting screw in position and tighten lock nut to 30 ft. lbs. (41 N.m). Clean oil pan. Install new gasket with pan and fill transmission with fluid.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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