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The torque converter should be replaced whenever a failure generates sludge and debris. This is necessary STANDARD PROCEDURE TRANSMISSION FILL To avoid overfilling transmission after a fluid change or overhaul, perform the following procedure: 1. Remove dipstick and insert clean funnel in transmission fill tube. 2. Add following initial quantity of Mopar® ATF +4, Automatic Transmission Fluid, to transmission: If only fluid and filter were changed, add 6 pints (3 quarts) of ATF +4 to transmission. If transmission was completely overhauled, or torque converter was replaced or drained, add 10 3. Apply parking brakes. 4. Start and run engine at normal curb idle speed. 5. Apply service brakes, shift transmission through all gear ranges then back to NEUTRAL, set parking brake, and leave engine running at curb idle speed. 6. Remove funnel, insert dipstick and check fluid level. If level is low, add fluid to bring level to MIN mark on dipstick. Check to see if the oil level is equal on both sides of the dipstick. If one side is 7. Drive vehicle until transmission fluid is at normal operating temperature. 8. With the engine running at curb idle speed, the gear selector in NEUTRAL, and the parking brake applied, check the transmission fluid level. 9. Add fluid to bring level up to MAX arrow mark. When fluid level is correct, shut engine off, release park brake, remove funnel, and install dipstick in fill tube. FLUID LEVEL CHECK The transmission sump has a dipstick to check oil similar to most automatic transmissions. It is located on the The torque converter fills in both the PARK and NEUTRAL positions. Place the selector lever in PARK to be CAUTION: Do not overfill transmission, fluid foaming and shifting problems can result.
2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 2007 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 42RLE - Service Information - Nitro
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