92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
09-24-2004, 06:42 AM
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Re: 92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
"Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
transmission
> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
>
Herb.
I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good one.
First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but somehow
Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and does
not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and on
the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use what
the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
"chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a pain
because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to shift
very smoothly.
JoBo
96XJ with Banks header.
09-24-2004, 06:42 AM
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Re: 92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
"Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
transmission
> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
>
Herb.
I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good one.
First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but somehow
Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and does
not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and on
the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use what
the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
"chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a pain
because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to shift
very smoothly.
JoBo
96XJ with Banks header.
09-24-2004, 06:42 AM
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Re: 92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
"Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
transmission
> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
>
Herb.
I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good one.
First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but somehow
Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and does
not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and on
the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use what
the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
"chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a pain
because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to shift
very smoothly.
JoBo
96XJ with Banks header.
09-24-2004, 11:06 PM
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Re: 92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
thank you for the reply.
regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter change
required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it, I
haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan and
replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian sold
in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
TIA
Herb
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>
> "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
>> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
>> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> transmission
>> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
>>
> Herb.
>
> I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good one.
> First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> somehow
> Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and does
> not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> on
> the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use what
> the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a pain
> because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> shift
> very smoothly.
>
> JoBo
> 96XJ with Banks header.
>
>
regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter change
required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it, I
haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan and
replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian sold
in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
TIA
Herb
"Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
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>
> "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
>> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
>> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> transmission
>> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
>>
> Herb.
>
> I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good one.
> First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> somehow
> Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and does
> not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> on
> the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use what
> the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a pain
> because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> shift
> very smoothly.
>
> JoBo
> 96XJ with Banks header.
>
>
09-24-2004, 11:06 PM
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Re: 92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
thank you for the reply.
regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter change
required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it, I
haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan and
replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian sold
in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
TIA
Herb
"Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
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>
> "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
>> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
>> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> transmission
>> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
>>
> Herb.
>
> I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good one.
> First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> somehow
> Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and does
> not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> on
> the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use what
> the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a pain
> because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> shift
> very smoothly.
>
> JoBo
> 96XJ with Banks header.
>
>
regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter change
required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it, I
haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan and
replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian sold
in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
TIA
Herb
"Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
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>
> "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
>> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
>> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> transmission
>> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
>>
> Herb.
>
> I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good one.
> First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> somehow
> Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and does
> not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> on
> the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use what
> the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a pain
> because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> shift
> very smoothly.
>
> JoBo
> 96XJ with Banks header.
>
>
09-24-2004, 11:06 PM
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Re: 92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
thank you for the reply.
regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter change
required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it, I
haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan and
replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian sold
in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
TIA
Herb
"Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
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>
> "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
>> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
>> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> transmission
>> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
>>
> Herb.
>
> I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good one.
> First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> somehow
> Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and does
> not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> on
> the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use what
> the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a pain
> because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> shift
> very smoothly.
>
> JoBo
> 96XJ with Banks header.
>
>
regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter change
required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it, I
haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan and
replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian sold
in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
TIA
Herb
"Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
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>
> "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
>> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
>> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> transmission
>> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
>>
> Herb.
>
> I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good one.
> First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> somehow
> Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and does
> not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> on
> the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use what
> the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a pain
> because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> shift
> very smoothly.
>
> JoBo
> 96XJ with Banks header.
>
>
09-25-2004, 08:40 PM
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Re: 92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
Herb.
The filter and gasket was like $20 US at AutoZone and originally the pan was
put on with RTV. Mobil Synthetic Dexron was about $5. US per quart and it
took a little over 4 quarts. I've also herd power flushing is bad. I removed
the drain plug but there was more because the drain plus is recessed, I got
some on me when I removed the pan. Then when I removed the filter more fluid
came out! Needless to say where it went. Drop the pan so you can clean the
bottom of the pan and the 2 magnets. Then remove the filter and use brake
cleaner or whatever to clean it. It's a fine wire mesh filter. Dry it good
then put it back on then use rtv to seal the pan. No parts, just fluid. Or
check a FLAPS (frendly local auto parts store) for the filter and cork
gasket. If you look at the right side of the transmission case you'll see
"ASIN" in the casting. That uses DEXRON fluid. The Chrysler transmission
used in the 4 cylinder models use the special chrysler stuff. I do most all
work on my cars because of things like using the correct fluid are very
important. billy bob is definetly wrong about the fluid, but is right about
dropping the pan dosen't get it all. When I get a "new" car I usually change
it once, run it for a few days then drop the pan, replace gasket and filter.
That way what's still in there (about 1/4 to 1/3 the total) is 66 to 75% new
plus what I put in is also new. So then most of it has been changed. What's
important to me is to get what's in the bottom of the pan out.
What ever way you go I think the Mobil 1 synthetic fluid is worth the
cost. There are also other brands of synthetic fluid and there are some
"blends". Also since your in Canada the synthetic fluid may work better for
you in the cold weather. Last but not least, there's two readings on the
transmission dip stick. One for COLD and the other side is for HOT.
Definetly DO NOT OVERFILL. Mine is half way up the hash marks on the hot
scale when thourghly warmed up with a ten mile drive.
JoBo
"Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> thank you for the reply.
> regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
> garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
> dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
> connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
> internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter
change
> required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
> side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
> for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
> Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
> change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it,
I
> haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan
and
> replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
> power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
>
> My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian
sold
> in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
>
> TIA
>
> Herb
> "Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
> news:ASS4d.107737$787.36526@fe2.columbus.rr.com...
> >
> > "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
> >> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
> >> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> > transmission
> >> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
> >>
> > Herb.
> >
> > I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good
one.
> > First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> > transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> > transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> > somehow
> > Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and
does
> > not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> > on
> > the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> > fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use
what
> > the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> > "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> > outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a
pain
> > because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> > synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> > shift
> > very smoothly.
> >
> > JoBo
> > 96XJ with Banks header.
> >
> >
>
>
The filter and gasket was like $20 US at AutoZone and originally the pan was
put on with RTV. Mobil Synthetic Dexron was about $5. US per quart and it
took a little over 4 quarts. I've also herd power flushing is bad. I removed
the drain plug but there was more because the drain plus is recessed, I got
some on me when I removed the pan. Then when I removed the filter more fluid
came out! Needless to say where it went. Drop the pan so you can clean the
bottom of the pan and the 2 magnets. Then remove the filter and use brake
cleaner or whatever to clean it. It's a fine wire mesh filter. Dry it good
then put it back on then use rtv to seal the pan. No parts, just fluid. Or
check a FLAPS (frendly local auto parts store) for the filter and cork
gasket. If you look at the right side of the transmission case you'll see
"ASIN" in the casting. That uses DEXRON fluid. The Chrysler transmission
used in the 4 cylinder models use the special chrysler stuff. I do most all
work on my cars because of things like using the correct fluid are very
important. billy bob is definetly wrong about the fluid, but is right about
dropping the pan dosen't get it all. When I get a "new" car I usually change
it once, run it for a few days then drop the pan, replace gasket and filter.
That way what's still in there (about 1/4 to 1/3 the total) is 66 to 75% new
plus what I put in is also new. So then most of it has been changed. What's
important to me is to get what's in the bottom of the pan out.
What ever way you go I think the Mobil 1 synthetic fluid is worth the
cost. There are also other brands of synthetic fluid and there are some
"blends". Also since your in Canada the synthetic fluid may work better for
you in the cold weather. Last but not least, there's two readings on the
transmission dip stick. One for COLD and the other side is for HOT.
Definetly DO NOT OVERFILL. Mine is half way up the hash marks on the hot
scale when thourghly warmed up with a ten mile drive.
JoBo
"Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:S8edndjvSOMkeMncRVn-uw@rogers.com...
> thank you for the reply.
> regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
> garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
> dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
> connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
> internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter
change
> required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
> side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
> for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
> Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
> change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it,
I
> haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan
and
> replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
> power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
>
> My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian
sold
> in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
>
> TIA
>
> Herb
> "Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
> news:ASS4d.107737$787.36526@fe2.columbus.rr.com...
> >
> > "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
> >> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
> >> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> > transmission
> >> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
> >>
> > Herb.
> >
> > I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good
one.
> > First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> > transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> > transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> > somehow
> > Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and
does
> > not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> > on
> > the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> > fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use
what
> > the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> > "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> > outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a
pain
> > because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> > synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> > shift
> > very smoothly.
> >
> > JoBo
> > 96XJ with Banks header.
> >
> >
>
>
09-25-2004, 08:40 PM
#9
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: 92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
Herb.
The filter and gasket was like $20 US at AutoZone and originally the pan was
put on with RTV. Mobil Synthetic Dexron was about $5. US per quart and it
took a little over 4 quarts. I've also herd power flushing is bad. I removed
the drain plug but there was more because the drain plus is recessed, I got
some on me when I removed the pan. Then when I removed the filter more fluid
came out! Needless to say where it went. Drop the pan so you can clean the
bottom of the pan and the 2 magnets. Then remove the filter and use brake
cleaner or whatever to clean it. It's a fine wire mesh filter. Dry it good
then put it back on then use rtv to seal the pan. No parts, just fluid. Or
check a FLAPS (frendly local auto parts store) for the filter and cork
gasket. If you look at the right side of the transmission case you'll see
"ASIN" in the casting. That uses DEXRON fluid. The Chrysler transmission
used in the 4 cylinder models use the special chrysler stuff. I do most all
work on my cars because of things like using the correct fluid are very
important. billy bob is definetly wrong about the fluid, but is right about
dropping the pan dosen't get it all. When I get a "new" car I usually change
it once, run it for a few days then drop the pan, replace gasket and filter.
That way what's still in there (about 1/4 to 1/3 the total) is 66 to 75% new
plus what I put in is also new. So then most of it has been changed. What's
important to me is to get what's in the bottom of the pan out.
What ever way you go I think the Mobil 1 synthetic fluid is worth the
cost. There are also other brands of synthetic fluid and there are some
"blends". Also since your in Canada the synthetic fluid may work better for
you in the cold weather. Last but not least, there's two readings on the
transmission dip stick. One for COLD and the other side is for HOT.
Definetly DO NOT OVERFILL. Mine is half way up the hash marks on the hot
scale when thourghly warmed up with a ten mile drive.
JoBo
"Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:S8edndjvSOMkeMncRVn-uw@rogers.com...
> thank you for the reply.
> regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
> garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
> dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
> connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
> internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter
change
> required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
> side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
> for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
> Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
> change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it,
I
> haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan
and
> replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
> power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
>
> My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian
sold
> in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
>
> TIA
>
> Herb
> "Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
> news:ASS4d.107737$787.36526@fe2.columbus.rr.com...
> >
> > "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
> >> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
> >> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> > transmission
> >> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
> >>
> > Herb.
> >
> > I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good
one.
> > First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> > transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> > transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> > somehow
> > Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and
does
> > not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> > on
> > the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> > fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use
what
> > the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> > "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> > outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a
pain
> > because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> > synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> > shift
> > very smoothly.
> >
> > JoBo
> > 96XJ with Banks header.
> >
> >
>
>
The filter and gasket was like $20 US at AutoZone and originally the pan was
put on with RTV. Mobil Synthetic Dexron was about $5. US per quart and it
took a little over 4 quarts. I've also herd power flushing is bad. I removed
the drain plug but there was more because the drain plus is recessed, I got
some on me when I removed the pan. Then when I removed the filter more fluid
came out! Needless to say where it went. Drop the pan so you can clean the
bottom of the pan and the 2 magnets. Then remove the filter and use brake
cleaner or whatever to clean it. It's a fine wire mesh filter. Dry it good
then put it back on then use rtv to seal the pan. No parts, just fluid. Or
check a FLAPS (frendly local auto parts store) for the filter and cork
gasket. If you look at the right side of the transmission case you'll see
"ASIN" in the casting. That uses DEXRON fluid. The Chrysler transmission
used in the 4 cylinder models use the special chrysler stuff. I do most all
work on my cars because of things like using the correct fluid are very
important. billy bob is definetly wrong about the fluid, but is right about
dropping the pan dosen't get it all. When I get a "new" car I usually change
it once, run it for a few days then drop the pan, replace gasket and filter.
That way what's still in there (about 1/4 to 1/3 the total) is 66 to 75% new
plus what I put in is also new. So then most of it has been changed. What's
important to me is to get what's in the bottom of the pan out.
What ever way you go I think the Mobil 1 synthetic fluid is worth the
cost. There are also other brands of synthetic fluid and there are some
"blends". Also since your in Canada the synthetic fluid may work better for
you in the cold weather. Last but not least, there's two readings on the
transmission dip stick. One for COLD and the other side is for HOT.
Definetly DO NOT OVERFILL. Mine is half way up the hash marks on the hot
scale when thourghly warmed up with a ten mile drive.
JoBo
"Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:S8edndjvSOMkeMncRVn-uw@rogers.com...
> thank you for the reply.
> regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
> garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
> dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
> connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
> internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter
change
> required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
> side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
> for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
> Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
> change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it,
I
> haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan
and
> replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
> power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
>
> My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian
sold
> in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
>
> TIA
>
> Herb
> "Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
> news:ASS4d.107737$787.36526@fe2.columbus.rr.com...
> >
> > "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
> >> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
> >> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> > transmission
> >> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
> >>
> > Herb.
> >
> > I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good
one.
> > First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> > transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> > transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> > somehow
> > Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and
does
> > not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> > on
> > the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> > fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use
what
> > the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> > "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> > outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a
pain
> > because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> > synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> > shift
> > very smoothly.
> >
> > JoBo
> > 96XJ with Banks header.
> >
> >
>
>
09-25-2004, 08:40 PM
#10
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: 92 XJ Laredo Transmission Shift Rough
Herb.
The filter and gasket was like $20 US at AutoZone and originally the pan was
put on with RTV. Mobil Synthetic Dexron was about $5. US per quart and it
took a little over 4 quarts. I've also herd power flushing is bad. I removed
the drain plug but there was more because the drain plus is recessed, I got
some on me when I removed the pan. Then when I removed the filter more fluid
came out! Needless to say where it went. Drop the pan so you can clean the
bottom of the pan and the 2 magnets. Then remove the filter and use brake
cleaner or whatever to clean it. It's a fine wire mesh filter. Dry it good
then put it back on then use rtv to seal the pan. No parts, just fluid. Or
check a FLAPS (frendly local auto parts store) for the filter and cork
gasket. If you look at the right side of the transmission case you'll see
"ASIN" in the casting. That uses DEXRON fluid. The Chrysler transmission
used in the 4 cylinder models use the special chrysler stuff. I do most all
work on my cars because of things like using the correct fluid are very
important. billy bob is definetly wrong about the fluid, but is right about
dropping the pan dosen't get it all. When I get a "new" car I usually change
it once, run it for a few days then drop the pan, replace gasket and filter.
That way what's still in there (about 1/4 to 1/3 the total) is 66 to 75% new
plus what I put in is also new. So then most of it has been changed. What's
important to me is to get what's in the bottom of the pan out.
What ever way you go I think the Mobil 1 synthetic fluid is worth the
cost. There are also other brands of synthetic fluid and there are some
"blends". Also since your in Canada the synthetic fluid may work better for
you in the cold weather. Last but not least, there's two readings on the
transmission dip stick. One for COLD and the other side is for HOT.
Definetly DO NOT OVERFILL. Mine is half way up the hash marks on the hot
scale when thourghly warmed up with a ten mile drive.
JoBo
"Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:S8edndjvSOMkeMncRVn-uw@rogers.com...
> thank you for the reply.
> regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
> garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
> dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
> connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
> internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter
change
> required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
> side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
> for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
> Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
> change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it,
I
> haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan
and
> replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
> power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
>
> My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian
sold
> in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
>
> TIA
>
> Herb
> "Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
> news:ASS4d.107737$787.36526@fe2.columbus.rr.com...
> >
> > "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
> >> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
> >> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> > transmission
> >> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
> >>
> > Herb.
> >
> > I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good
one.
> > First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> > transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> > transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> > somehow
> > Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and
does
> > not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> > on
> > the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> > fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use
what
> > the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> > "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> > outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a
pain
> > because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> > synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> > shift
> > very smoothly.
> >
> > JoBo
> > 96XJ with Banks header.
> >
> >
>
>
The filter and gasket was like $20 US at AutoZone and originally the pan was
put on with RTV. Mobil Synthetic Dexron was about $5. US per quart and it
took a little over 4 quarts. I've also herd power flushing is bad. I removed
the drain plug but there was more because the drain plus is recessed, I got
some on me when I removed the pan. Then when I removed the filter more fluid
came out! Needless to say where it went. Drop the pan so you can clean the
bottom of the pan and the 2 magnets. Then remove the filter and use brake
cleaner or whatever to clean it. It's a fine wire mesh filter. Dry it good
then put it back on then use rtv to seal the pan. No parts, just fluid. Or
check a FLAPS (frendly local auto parts store) for the filter and cork
gasket. If you look at the right side of the transmission case you'll see
"ASIN" in the casting. That uses DEXRON fluid. The Chrysler transmission
used in the 4 cylinder models use the special chrysler stuff. I do most all
work on my cars because of things like using the correct fluid are very
important. billy bob is definetly wrong about the fluid, but is right about
dropping the pan dosen't get it all. When I get a "new" car I usually change
it once, run it for a few days then drop the pan, replace gasket and filter.
That way what's still in there (about 1/4 to 1/3 the total) is 66 to 75% new
plus what I put in is also new. So then most of it has been changed. What's
important to me is to get what's in the bottom of the pan out.
What ever way you go I think the Mobil 1 synthetic fluid is worth the
cost. There are also other brands of synthetic fluid and there are some
"blends". Also since your in Canada the synthetic fluid may work better for
you in the cold weather. Last but not least, there's two readings on the
transmission dip stick. One for COLD and the other side is for HOT.
Definetly DO NOT OVERFILL. Mine is half way up the hash marks on the hot
scale when thourghly warmed up with a ten mile drive.
JoBo
"Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:S8edndjvSOMkeMncRVn-uw@rogers.com...
> thank you for the reply.
> regarding the tranny fluid, I have the similar experience. "Billy Bob"
> garage said they use the same fluid for all the vehicle. They also said
> dropping the pan doesn't change all the fluid, they uses a machine
> connecting to the inlet and outlet pipe of the transmission, using the
> internal pump in the transmission to renew ALL the fluid, so no flter
change
> required. Chrysler dealership said I need to get the code from the back or
> side of the transmission body, then ask transmission shop what kind fluid
> for my transmission. Another dealership told me use ATF+3.
> Regarding the filter: Dealership suggested I drop the pan, don't need to
> change the filter- "that's a very very durable filter, nobody replace it,
I
> haven't sold one in past two years." Mr. Transmission will drop the pan
and
> replace the filter and gasket for less than 100 dollars, they warn me if I
> power flush the tranny, I might be end up "walk" in a week.
>
> My question is: who is right? Shall I replace the filter?($100 Canadian
sold
> in Chrysler), drop the pan or just get a power flush.
>
> TIA
>
> Herb
> "Jo Bo" <jromas@columbus.rr.com> wrote in message
> news:ASS4d.107737$787.36526@fe2.columbus.rr.com...
> >
> > "Herb" <haizhong_email@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:keJ4d.55657$RTE1.12567@news01.bloor.is.net.ca ble.rogers.com...
> >> 92 XJ Laredo 4.0, Auto, 1st shift to 2nd gear a bit rough. I wonder if
> >> change the tranny fluid may help? Can anyone tell me what kind
> > transmission
> >> fluid shall I use? I don't have the owner's manual.
> >>
> > Herb.
> >
> > I've got a 96 xj with 4.L and automatic. The fluid question is a good
one.
> > First I read that all XJ's with the I6 and automatic trans had a AW-4
> > transmission. All meaning the first I6 auto to the last I6 auto. This
> > transmission has a very good reputation and was/is made by Asin but
> > somehow
> > Warner had their hands in it. So It's not a Chrysler transmission and
does
> > not use chrysler fluid, it uses Dexron-III. I have the owners manual and
> > on
> > the outside of the rear cover it says 2.5L 4 cylinders use the chrysler
> > fluid and 4.0L 6 cylinder use DEXRON. I asked at napa, they said use
what
> > the dip stick said. Wrong, it says "transmission oil". Autozone said
> > "chrysler fluid". Haines was no help eather. Finally there it was on the
> > outside rear cover the the owners book! I suggest you drop the pan, a
pain
> > because of the filler pipe, and replace the filter also. I used Mobil-1
> > synthetic transmission fluid on my 96 with 140k miles and found it to
> > shift
> > very smoothly.
> >
> > JoBo
> > 96XJ with Banks header.
> >
> >
>
>
