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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP1986CHEROKEE BASE, 2D UTILITY, 2.8 W, RWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 7 (SERVICING - A/T)ADJUSTMENTSLOW-REVERSE BAND (REAR)
1986 Jeep Cherokee Base, 2D Utility, 2.8 W, RWD, Automatic
Low-Reverse Band (Rear)
1986 Jeep Cherokee Base, 2D Utility, 2.8 W, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Low-Reverse Band (Rear)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1984 Plymouth Gran Fury, 1984 Dodge Diplomat, and 1984 Chrysler Fifth Avenue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Low-Reverse band adjusting screw is located on rear servo lever. Transmission oil pan must be removed to provide access to band adjusting screw.
- Drain transmission and remove oil pan. Loosen band adjusting screw lock nut approximately 5 turns and tighten adjusting screw to 72 INCH lbs. (8 N.m).
- Back off adjusting screw specified number of turns given in table, hold in this position and tighten lock nut. Install oil pan and fill transmission with fluid.LOW-REVERSE BAND ADJUSTMENT
Application Back Off Screw A-904-LA 318" (5.2L) 4 Turns
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.