Chrysler Dodge Caravan 2002 - TRANSFER SYSTEM - OUTPUT SHAFT;GEAR;BEARING; REMOVAL

(8) Install the transmission in the vehicle. (Refer
to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC
- 31TH - INSTALLATION)
(9) Fill the transmission with the recommended
fluid.
TRANSFER SYSTEM - OUTPUT
SHAFT/GEAR/BEARING
REMOVAL
NOTE: Transfer Gear should be removed for repair
of output shaft, to obtain an accurate output shaft
turning torque measurement upon reassembly.
(Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTO-
MATIC - 31TH/TRANSFER SYSTEM - REMOVAL)
NOTE: Transaxle geartrain must be removed to gain
access to and service output shaft. (Refer to 21 -
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 31TH -
DISASSEMBLY)
(1) Using a suitable punch, bend retaining strap
tabs flat to facilitate bolt removal (Fig. 238).
(2) Remove retaining strap and stirrup-to-gear
bolts (Fig. 239).
Fig. 237 Checking Torque Converter Seating
1 - SCALE
2 - STRAIGHTEDGE
Fig. 238 Bend Strap Tabs Flat
1 - RETAINING TABS
2 - STRAP
Fig. 239 Remove Strap Bolts
1 - RETAINING BOLTS
2 - STIRRUP
3 - STRAP
21 - 128 31TH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RS
TORQUE CONVERTER (Continued)