Jeep Cherokee 2000 Service Manual - page 1054
(27) Install starter motor and cooler line bracket.
(28) Install new plastic retainer grommet on any
shift linkage rod or lever that was disconnected.
Grommets should not be reused. Use pry tool to
remove rod from grommet and cut away old grom-
met. Use pliers to snap new grommet into lever and
to snap rod into grommet at assembly.
(29) Connect gearshift and linkage and throttle
cable.
(30) Connect transfer case shift linkage.
(31) Adjust gearshift linkage and throttle valve
cable if necessary.
(32) Align and connect propeller shaft(s).
(33) Install skid plate, rear cushion and bracket, if
removed.
(34) Fill transfer case to bottom edge of fill plug
hole.
(35) Lower vehicle and fill transmission to correct
level with Mopar
t ATF Plus 3, type 7176 fluid.
TORQUE CONVERTER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove transmission and torque converter
from vehicle.
(2) Place a suitable drain pan under the converter
housing end of the transmission.
CAUTION: Verify that transmission is secure on the
lifting device or work surface, the center of gravity
of the transmission will shift when the torque con-
verter is removed creating an unstable condition.
The torque converter is a heavy unit. Use caution
when separating the torque converter from the
transmission.
(3) Pull the torque converter forward until the cen-
ter hub clears the oil pump seal.
(4) Separate the torque converter from the trans-
mission.
INSTALLATION
Check converter hub and drive notches for sharp
edges, burrs, scratches, or nicks. Polish the hub and
notches with 320/400 grit paper or crocus cloth if nec-
essary. The hub must be smooth to avoid damaging
the pump seal at installation.
(1) Lubricate converter hub and oil pump seal lip
with transmission fluid.
(2) Place torque converter in position on transmis-
sion.
CAUTION: Do not damage oil pump seal or bushing
while inserting torque converter into the front of the
transmission.
Fig. 69 Transmission Attachment
BOLT
SET-TO SERVE
TORQUE
A
35 N·m (26 ft-lbs)
B
33 N·m (24 ft-lbs)
C
57 N·m (42 ft-lbs)
D
16 N·m (138 in-lbs)
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION—30RH
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)