SHIFT MECHANISM
REMOVAL
NOTE: The gear shift lever bolts directly to the
transmission. There is no external shift linkage to
disconnect or adjust.
(1) Remove console assembly from vehicle.
(2) Remove four cover mounting bolts (Fig. 121).
(3) Lift cover off of transmission.
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean sealing surfaces of transmission. Then
apply a bead of Mopar Gasket Maker.
(2) Install shifter onto transmission. Make sure
that the ball on the bottom of the shifter is in the off-
set lever.
(3) Install cover mounting bolts and tighten to 18
N·m (156 in. lbs.)
(4) Shift the vehicle to ensure that the shifter
operates correctly.
(5) Reinstall shift console.
SKIP SHIFT SOLENOID
DESCRIPTION
The skip shift solenoid is located on the drivers
side of the transmission case. The skip shift solenoid
prevents the operator from shifting into second or
third gear during certain conditions.
OPERATION
The PCM controls the skip shift solenoid. The PCM
locks out second and third gear when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met:
• Engine coolant exceeds 41°C (106°F)
• Vehicle speed is between 12 and 20 MPH
• Engine operating above 1322 RPM
• The PCM verified first gear speed/RPM
• Throttle position sensor (TPS) signal is less than
0.68 volt above closed throttle (23 percent throttle
opening)
The solenoid resets when vehicle speed drops below
3 MPH.
Fig. 121 Shift Cover Bolts
1 - SHIFT COVER BOLTS
2 - TAIL HOUSING
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