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Torque Converter Clutch Break-In Procedure
1999 Jeep Wrangler SE, AutomaticSECTION Torque Converter Clutch Break-In Procedure
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- Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) break-in procedure must be performed if torque converter, or TCM is replaced. Torque converter clutch break-in procedure must be performed using Chrysler's Diagnostic Readout Box (DRB-III) scan tool.
- Connect scan tool to 16-pin data link connector, located below driver's side of instrument panel. Install cartridge in scan tool. Red and Green lights on scan tool will light up and then begin to flash. Wait until both lights stop flashing. Press No. 4 button (SELECT SYSTEM) on scan tool keypad.
- Press No. 2 button (TRANSMISSION) on scan tool keypad. Press No. 1 button on scan tool keypad. Wait for scan tool to perform the Bus Test, Initialize Test and Transmission Control Module Part Number Test before continuing.
- Press No. 5 button (ADJUSTMENTS) on scan tool keypad. Press No. 1 button (RESET LU CLUTCH) on scan tool keypad. Scan tool will display one of the following messages:
- LU CLUTCH BREAK-IN STATUS: START
- LU CLUTCH BREAK-IN STATUS: IN-PROGRESS
- LU CLUTCH BREAK-IN STATUS: COMPLETE
- If LU CLUTCH BREAK-IN STATUS: START is displayed, TCM is at the start of the break-in procedure. No other changes are required.
- If LU CLUTCH BREAK-IN STATUS: IN-PROGRESS, or LU CLUTCH BREAK-IN STATUS: COMPLETE is displayed, press ENTER button on scan tool keypad to return to the start of the break-in procedure.
- Once the scan tool displays LU CLUTCH BREAK-IN STATUS: START, press ENTER button on scan tool keypad. Scan tool will display RESET LU CLUTCH ARE YOU SURE. Press ENTER button on scan tool keypad. Scan tool will now perform the break-in procedure.
- Once break-in procedure has been completed, scan tool will display a message to state the break-in procedure has been reset and procedure is complete. Remove scan tool.
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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.