You are on page 1of 140

Transmission

CLUTCH

MANUAL GEARBOXES

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

DRIVESHAFTS

77 11 190 841

NOVEMBER 1996
All copyrights reserved by Renault.

Edition Anglaise

"The repair methods given by the manufacturer in this document are based on the technical specifications current when it was prepared. The methods may be modified as a result of changes by the manufacturer in the production of the various component units and accessories from which his vehicles are constructed".

Copying or translating, in part or in full, of this document or use of the service part reference numbering system is forbidden without the prior written authority of Renault.

Renault S.A. 1988

EXPLODED VIEW

PRD2013

Transmission
Contents

Pages

Pages

20 CLUTCH
Identification Side views Exploded view Consumables Mechanism - Clutch plate Thrust pad - Fork 20-1 20-4 20-4 20-5 20-6 20-10

23 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AD4 automatic transmission Exploded view Use Identification Gear ratios Gear change thresholds Consumables Parts which must be changed automatically Oil Oil drain intervals Oil draining Filling - Levels Oil pressure Changing the strainer Hydraulic distributor Automatic transmission (Removal Refitting) Full-load validation Load potentiometer Computer (119) Line pressure sensor (8) Multifunction switch (485) Vehicle speed sensor (250) Solenoid valve Engine torque reduction Special features 23-23 23-24 23-25 23-26 23-27 23-29 23-29 23-29 23-30 23-31 23-32 23-33 23-34 23-36 23-41 23-57 23-58 23-60 23-61 23-62 23-63 23-64 23-65 23-66

21 MANUAL GEARBOXES
Identification Gear ratios Capacities - Lubricants Special features Consumables Parts which must be changed automatically Gearbox (Removal - Refitting) 5th gear linkage in situ Differential output seal Speedometer drive 21-1 21-2 21-5 21-7 21-8 21-8 21-9 21-23 21-29 21-32

23 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
MB automatic transmission Exploded view Use Identification Gear ratios Gear change thresholds Consumables Parts which must be changed automatically Oil Draining - Filling - Levels Checking and adjusting the potentiometer Oil pressure Strainer Automatic transmission (Removal Refitting) 23-1 23-2 23-3 23-4 23-5 23-6 23-6 23-7 23-8 23-11 23-13 23-15

29 DRIVESHAFTS
Consumables Driveshafts Gaiter at wheel end Gaiter at gearbox end Gaiter - bearing assembly 29-1 29-2 29-9 29-19 29-26

CLUTCH Identification

20
Plate

ENGINE TYPE

Mechanism

C1G C1J C2J C3J E6J B = White GB= Blue grey V = Green
85873S 90693R 76906R

180 CP 3300

26 splines E = 7.7 mm D = 181.5 mm

F2N F3N
76907S 90693R1 76906R

2000 CP 4000

26 splines M= 6 pale pink springs E = 7.7 mm D = 200 mm

20-1

CLUTCH Identification
ENGINE TYPE

20
CLUTCH PLATE

MECHANISM

F7P

76907S

93813R

76906R

200 CP 4400

26 splines D = 200 mm E = 7.7 mm

R = 4 red springs J = 4 yellow springs

Special feature: 2 additional springs on the hub.

F8Q

76907S

90693G1

76906R

200 CPV 3500

26 splines D = 200 mm E = 7.7 mm

R = Red J = Yellow V = Green

20-2

CLUTCH Identification
ENGINE TYPE

20
CLUTCH PLATE

MECHANISM

Special feature: 2 additional springs on the hub.

F8Q Turbo

76907S

90693-2G2

76906R

200 CPV 4400

26 splines D = 200 mm E = 7.7 mm

J = 4 yellow springs G = 4 grey springs

20-3

CLUTCH Side view


Single plate, dry, clutch, cable operated. Diaphragm spring clutch plate. Clutch plate with rubber hub. Self-centring, guided, ball type thrust pad in constant contact. Automatic wear take-up mechanism.

20

DI2001

Exploded view

PRD2012

20-4

CLUTCH Consumables

20
Unit Right hand sunwheel splines Shaft splines Fork pivot Release bearing guide Fork pads

Type

Pack size

MOLYKOTE BR2

1 kg tin

Clutch

RHODORSEAL 5661 LOCTITE 518

100 g tube 24 ml syringe

Ends of driveshaft roll pins. Housing assembly faces.

20-5

CLUTCH Mechanism - Clutch plate


ALL TYPES IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WHICH MUST BE FOLLOWED WHEN REPAIRING THE CLUTCH

20

In order to improve the sliding of the clutch plates, their hubs are nickel-plated. Clean the clutch shaft splines and refit the assembly without any lubricant. Special features of "diesel" clutch plates These are fitted with a damping pre-hub which is most efficient when its internal units are dry.

20-6

CLUTCH Mechanism - clutch plate


CHANGING

20

This operation is carried out after the gearbox has been removed.

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

Mot. 582 Locking sector Plus the tools required to remove the gearbox

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

REFITTING

7 mm diameter unit securing bolts for 180 mm diameter clutch 8 mm diameter unit securing bolts for 200 mm diameter clutch

Degrease the flywheel mounting face. 1.8 2.5 Use the plastic locating device supplied in the kit to fit the plate.

REMOVAL

Fit locking sector Mot. 582. Remove the mounting bolts from the mechanism and remove the unit and the clutch plate. Check and change the faulty parts.

94135S

92170R

20-7

CLUTCH Mechanism - clutch plate

20

74413R

Gradually screw up then torque tighten the bolts securing the mechanism. Remove locking sector Mot. 582. Coat the bore of the thrust pad, guide tube and clutch shaft splines with grease MOLYKOTE BR2 .

20-8

CLUTCH Mechanism - clutch plate

20

94235S

REMOVAL

F engines Degrease the crankshaft bore which receives the centring bush. Coat the external diameter of the bushing with Loctite FRENBLOC. Using a tube with an external diameter of 38 mm, fit the bush fully into the crankshaft bore. Observe the direction of fitting of the bush and check that it is fitted correctly. C and E engines The centring bush will not be used for these engines.

20-9

CLUTCH Thrust pad - fork


CHANGING

20

Ensure that the assembly slides properly.


NOTE: when carrying out operations which do not

This operation is carried out when the gearbox has been removed.
REMOVAL

require removal of the gearbox or after fitting the gearbox, DO NOT RAISE the fork as there is a risk of it lifting out of catch (A) on the thrust pad.

Remove: - the thrust pad by tilting the fork, - the rubber protector, and pull the fork towards the inside of the clutch casing.
REFITTING

Check the extent of fork travel. It should be: X = 17 to 18 mm

Coat the walls of the guide tube and the fork pads with grease MOLYKOTE BR2. Fit the fork and refit the rubber protector. Fit the thrust pad on the guide tube, placing catch (A) in the fork.

91830R1 90300G1

After refitting the gearbox, re-set the toothed quadrant and check that the wear take-up mechanism operates correctly.

20-10

MANUAL GEARBOXES Identification

21

Gearbox type JB JC

Repair manual which deals with the gearbox concerned


B.V. JB B.V. JC

87227G

An identification plate on the clutch housing shows: At A At B At C At D At E : : : : : the gearbox type the gearbox suffix the fabrication number the production factory a notch is used when the gearbox has been assembled with a C or E type engine.

A D E

J B0 0 0 0 X 000000
90775

B C

TWO-COLOUR MARKING JB0 - JB1 - JB3 - JC5

Two-thirds of the surface are painted with a colour which is peculiar to each gearbox type, enabling the gearbox to be matched with the driveshaft. The remaining one-third of the surface is painted with a specific colour according to the gearbox suffix.
JB4 - JB5

Two-colour marking (green and pink) in the form of two bands of equal width.

21-1

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gear ratios

21
3rd 4th Reverse

JB0
Index Vehicle B531 - B532 - B537 C531 - C532 L531 - L532 - L537 B534 L53H B530 - C530 - L530 S530
B53W - C53W

Final drive set 16 57 15 56 15 58 15 61

Speedo drive set

1st

2nd

017

019 023 035

21 19

11 41

21 43

28 37

31 28

11 39

26

L53W

JB4
Index 000 006 Vehicle B530 - C530 - L530 S530 - C531 B531 - L531 B53P - C53P - L53P Final drive set 15 58 16 57 Speedo drive set 21 19 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Reverse

11 41

19 39

25 33

31 28

11 39

26

JB1
Index 023 Vehicle B532 - C532 - L532 B535 - C535 - L535 B530 - C530 - L530 S530 - B537 - C537 L537 - S537 - B53A
C53A - B53G

Final drive set 15 58 15 61 15 58 15 61 16 57 14 63 15 61

Speedo drive set

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

5th

Reverse

025

21 19

11 43

21 43

28 37

30 29

39 31

11 39

26

027 029 034 047

B53H L53H L53G B531 - C531 - L531 B53W - C53W L53W B530 - C530 - L530 S530 - B535 - C535 L535 - S535 - B537 C537 - L537 - B53A
C53A - L53A

21 19

11 41

21 43

28 37

30 29

39 31

11 39

26

070

21 19

11 45

21 43

28 37

30 29

39 31

11 39

26

21-2

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gear ratios

21
3rd 4th 5th Reverse

JB3
Index 059 Vehicle B533 - C533 - L533 D53C B533 - C533 - L533 B53C - C53C - L53C D53C
B53M - C53M

Final drive set

Speedo drive set

1st

2nd

027

15 61

21 19

11 34

22 41

28 37

30 29

41 31

11 39

26

062

353A - 453A - 553A 853A B53C - D53C - L53C B53Y - D53Y - L53Y B538 - C538 - L538 B53F - C53F - L53F
S53C - S53D

094

095

353C - 453C - 553C 853C - 353D - 453D 553D - 453H - 553H B538 - C538 - L538
S53C - S53D

14 59

21 19

11 34

22 41

28 37

30 29

41 31

11 39

26

037

B538 - C538 - L538 B53C - C53C - D53C L53C - B53F - C53F L53F - B53Y - L53Y B53D - C53D - L53D B53D - C53D - L53D B533 - L533 - B53B C53B - L53B - B53I C53I - L53I - B53J C53J - L53J - S53J B533 353A - 453A - 553A 853A - B53Y - C53Y
D53Y - L53Y

071 083

15 61

21 19

11 34

22 41

28 37

34 35

34 28

11 39

26

060

16 57 15 58

21 19

11 41

22 43

28 37

30 29

39 31

11 39

26

061

067

047

B53B B53Y - C53Y - L53Y

16 55

21 19

11 41

21 43

28 37

30 29

39 31

11 39

26

21-3

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gear ratios

21
3rd 4th 5th Reverse

JB3
Index 017 051 L532 B539 - C539 - B53D C53D - D53D - L53D B539 - C539 - L539 B53D - C53D D53D - L53D

Vehicle

Final drive set

Speedo drive set

1st

2nd

15 61

21 19

11 34

19 35

25 33

30 29

33 25

11 39

26

044

031 053

B533 - B536 - L536 B53D - C53D - L53D B532 - B533 - L533 C534 - L534 - S534 B53B - C53B - L53B B53C - L53C - B53E C53E - B53I - C53I L53I - B53J - C53J L53J - S53J

15 58 15 61

21 19 21 19

11 34 11 34

21 43 22 41

28 37 28 37

30 29 34 35

39 31 34 28

11 39 11 39

26 26

028

16 57

21 19

11 41

21 43

28 37

30 29

39 31

11 39

26

JB5
Index 006 000 Vehicle B531 - C531 - L531 B53P - C53P - L53P B530 - C530 - L530 S530 Final drive set 16 57 15 61 Speedo drive set 21 19 21 19 1st 11 41 11 41 2nd 19 39 19 39 3rd 25 33 25 33 4th 30 29 30 29 5th 34 27 34 27 Reverse 11 39 11 39 26 26

JC5
Index Vehicle B532 - C532 - L532 B53K - L53K - S53K B53T - C53T - L53T B53Z Final drive set 17 56 Speedo drive set 21 19 1st 11 41 2nd 21 43 3rd 28 37 4th 35 34 5th 41 31 Reverse 11 39

002

26

21-4

MANUAL GEARBOXES Capacities - Lubricants


CAPACITY (in litres)

21
Plug (B) with dipstick

4-speed gearbox JB0 JB2 JB4 3.25 2.75

5-speed gearbox JB1 JB3 JB5 JC5 3.40 2.90 3.10

CHECKING THE LEVEL

There are two ways of checking the level. Plug (A) without dipstick

DI2123

Wipe the dipstick section. Refit the plug, without screwing it up, with the dipstick pointing downwards. Remove the plug, the level should be on the boss (2).

OIL VISCOSITY GRADE

Tranself TRX 75/80 W

92081R

Fill to the level of the opening.

21-5

MANUAL GEARBOXES Lubricants


Precautions (TRX and TRZ oils)

21

"TRANSELF TRX and TRZ" oils are high technology products and certain precautions must be taken in order to prevent the entry of water which, even in very small quantities, will reduce the quality of the oil and result in seizure of the gearbox or of the final drive. STORAGE AND USE

Special care must be taken to ensure that open cans are sealed correctly in order to prevent the entry of materials or water. In particular: Storing oil cans The cans must be stored: - sheltered from bad weather (rain, snow, outside splashes), - in a dry area (avoid storing in the vicinity of a washing area), - tightly sealed. Storing units (gearbox or final drive) When storing a gearbox or final drive which has not been drained, close the air inlets. Store the unit in a dry area. Using the oil The oil cans must be resealed each time they have been used. In order to prevent a large surface area of the oil coming into contact with the air, do not transfer the oil into a larger container. When carrying out work which requires draining of the gearbox, the oil must be replaced with new oil. The oil can must be shaken before refilling the gearbox, especially if the oil has been stored for a long time. Washing under pressure (of the vehicle or of a unit) Close the gearbox and final drive breather. If the gearbox is removed, correctly close all of the openings to prevent the entry of water.

21-6

MANUAL GEARBOXES Special features


The gearboxes of the following types: JB0 4 forward gears JB4 1 reverse JB2 JB1 JB3 JB5 JC5

21

5 forward gears 1 reverse

are fitted with BORG-WARNER synchronisers.

GEAR CHANGE PATTERN

R 1 3 5 2 4
To select reverse, raise ring (A) and move the lever.

DI2118

21-7

MANUAL GEARBOXES Consumables

21
UNIT

TYPE

PACK SIZE

MOLYKOTE BR2

1 kg sachet

Clutch fork pivot Thrust pad guide tube bore Clutch shaft splines Right hand sun wheel splines Housing joint faces 5th speed fixed gear 5th speed synchroniser hub Primary shaft nut Secondary shaft bolt Ends of roll pins on driveshafts Screw threads on switches

Loctite 518

24 ml syringe

LOCTITE FRENBLOC

24 cc bottle

RHODORSEAL 5661

100 g tube

Parts which must be changed automatically

When they have been removed: - the lip seals, - the O-rings, - the thrust pad guide tubes, - the secondary shaft and differential nuts, - the speedometer gear and its shaft, - the speedometer crown wheel, - the roll pins, - the bushes under the gears.

21-8

C engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

B.Vi. 31-01 T.Av. 476

Set of pin punches Ball joint extractor

MATERIALS Loctite FRENBLOC

Brake caliper securing bolts


RHODORSEAL 5661

Ends of pins on driveshafts


MOLYKOTE "BR2"

Clutch shaft and sun wheel splines

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

85965R

Brake caliper securing bolts Shock absorber lower securing bolts Steering ball joint nut Nut holding key on stub axle carrier Mounting securing bolts Wheel bolts Left hand driveshaft gaiter securing bolt

10 11 3.5 5.5 4 to 5 8 2.5

- the three bolts holding the driveshaft gaiter, - the two bolts securing the brake caliper and secure the caliper to the suspension spring so as to avoid stretching the hose, - the protective casing (side).

REMOVAL

The gearbox can be removed alone. Place the vehicle on a two post lift. Disconnect the battery. Remove the front wheels.

On the left hand side of the vehicle Remove: - the steering tie rod ball joint using tool T.Av. 476.
92122R2

21-9

C engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)


On the right hand side of the vehicle Remove the driveshaft roll pins using tool B.Vi. 31-01

21

Remove: - the two bolts (2) securing the base of the shock absorber, - the nut and key (1),

90130R2

91755R

- the driveshaft - stub axle carrier assembly from the lower ball joint,

Slacken lower bolt (3) on the base of the shock absorber and remove upper bolt (4).

90311S

91758R4

Check that the driveshaft rollers do not come out manually. If they do, on reassembly, check that the needle bearings have not fallen into the gearbox.

Tilt the stub axle carrier and uncouple the driveshaft.

21-10

C engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

Under the vehicle, remove bolt (H) from the engine - gearbox tierod.

Disconnect: - the starter leads, - the connector on the reversing light switch. On vehicles fitted with power assisted steering, remove the two clamps securing the power assisted steering pipes to the gearbox. Remove: - the air filter unit and its mounting,

92028R2

Slacken: - the two mounting bolts on the engine, - the clutch protection plate, - the gear lever.

92031S

- the integral electronic ignition (A.E.I.) sensor, - the bolts from around the gearbox and from the starter.

85966R

21-11

C engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

Disconnect: - the clutch cable,

Lift the engine using a tool specific to this purpose (example: desvil 300B).

89204S 92110S

- the speedometer pin and cable.

Petrol engines - all types Remove: - the front mounting, - the earthing braid.

92108-1R1

92112R

21-12

C engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

Remove the three bolts securing the rear centre mounting and move it back as far as possible.

92108R1 92903S

NOTE: to make it easier to remove the bolts, raise the gearbox slightly with a component jack. Uncouple the gearbox from the engine, sliding the 5th speed housing between the vehicle sidemember and the engine cradle. Raise the engine. Turn the gearbox to the front slightly so as to free the final drive section then remove the gearbox from the vehicle. After uncoupling the gearbox from the engine, attach it to a workshop crane securing the eyes in place of two bolts around the gearbox.

21-13

E engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

REMOVAL

Remove the idle speed regulation valve mounting. Disconnect the starter and oil pressure sensor wires.

The gearbox is removed alone. Remove the radiator after first draining the cooling system. To detach the wiring, disconnect the connectors on: - the ignition power module, - the throttle housing,

92904R

Disconnect the two side bolts which secure the engine - gearbox tierod, starter end torx bolt (T). using a suitable spanner.
92817S

the idle speed regulation valve.

92904R1

92826S

21-14

E engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

Disconnect the fan motor and thermal switch connectors. Unfasten the radiator mountings and move it to the right hand side (without removing any of the hoses or pipes), protecting the sides with cardboard. Remove studs (A) and (B) using a nut and lock-nut, using an angled spanner and a ball joint ratchet.

After uncoupling the gearbox from the engine, attach it to a workshop crane securing the eyes in place of two bolts around the gearbox.

92903S

86308R1

21-15

F engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

The gearbox cannot be removed alone. The engine - gearbox assembly must be removed first (refer to section 10) and then uncoupled.

Uncouple the gear lever at the gearbox outlet lever after detaching the protective gaiter.

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Bolt which secures the pendulum mounting system to the gearbox Nuts and bolts which secure the clutch housing to the engine Bolt which secures the clutch protector Drain plug Filler plug Bolt which secures the left hand driveshaft

3.5 5 2.5 1.8 0.15 2.5

Removal (Special points) Speedometer cable mounting. Pinch the tabs (arrows) and remove the cable.

85966R

Remove the starter plate.

98865R2

93902S

21-16

F engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

Disconnect the starter leads. From the lower section, remove: - nut (E) which secures the engine - gearbox,

After uncoupling the gearbox from the engine, attach it to a workshop crane securing the eyes in place of two bolts around the gearbox.

85812-1R

the tierod - clutch protector assembly.


92903S1

Place the engine on a stand. Remove the bolts from around the gearbox and from the starter. Vehicles fitted with power assisted steering, remove the two clamps (C) which secure the power assisted steering pipe.

92028R3

21-17

F engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

REFITTING

Ensure that the engine - gearbox locating rings are present and correctly positioned: - at A : gearbox assembled with a C or E type engine, - at B : gearbox assembled with an F type engine.

90300G1 86415R

Fit the thrust pad to the guide tube placing catch (A) in the fork, ensure that it slides correctly.

Do not raise the fork since there is a risk of it lifting out of catch (A) on the thrust pad. To prevent this, immobilise the thrust pad - fork assembly by inserting a tube (example: tool El. 1382) between the fork and the sheath end on the housing to prevent any movement of the thrust pad while the gearbox is fitted. Coat the walls of the guide tube and the fork pads with MOLYKOTE BR2 grease .

21-18

F engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)


Fit the gearbox in place.

21

92903R1

Assemble the engine - gearbox. Ensure that the locating rings are fitted correctly in their locations. Refit studs (A) and (B) in the same way as on removal. These studs and the bolts around the gearbox are used for alignment and centring. Fit the fork and refit the rubber protector.

21-19

All types

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

WARNING: fit bolt (V) and starter locating pin (D)

correctly.

Reconnect the speedometer cable ensuring that the pin is in the correct position (C and E type engines).

C and E type engines

92108-1S

Speedometer cable mounting. Pinch the tabs (arrows) and remove the cable (F type engine).

86070R3

F type engine

93909S

86070-1R1

21-20

All types

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)

21

Position the driveshaft in relation to the sun wheel, pivot the stub axle carrier engaging the driveshaft in the sun wheel using the angled drift B. Vi. 31-01 to align the holes.

91830R1

Pull the cable at the clutch fork on the gearbox. The cable should have at least 2 cm of slack.
74937-4S

There is an inlet chamfer on the sun wheel to make it easier to fit new roll pins. Seal the ends of the pins (RHODORSEAL 5661 ). After refitting the engine - gearbox assembly to the vehicle, check the extent of the fork travel. It should be: X = 17 to 18 mm

89204S

These checks enable the correct operation of the clutch automatic wear take-up system to be verified.

21-21

F engines

MANUAL GEARBOXES Gearbox (Removal - Refitting)


Check the setting of the upper mountings (refer to section 10). Ensure that the engine movement limiter is fitted the correct way: the nuts should be fitted at the exhaust pipe end.

21

92661S

Fill the cooling system. All types Fit the brake caliper mounting bolts with Loctite FRENBLOC and torque tighten them. Press on the brake pedal several times to bring the pistons into contact with the brake pads.

Tighten the bolts and nuts to the specified torque. Fill the gearbox.

21-22

MANUAL GEARBOXES 5th speed linkage in situ

21

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS B.Vi. B.Vi. B.Vi. B.Vi. B.Vi.

28-01 31-01 1003 1007 1175

Extractor body Drifts for fitting roll pins 5th speed hub extractor Jaws for B.Vi. 28-01, 02, 03 5th speed fixed gear mounting bolt

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Primary shaft nut Secondary shaft nut

13.5 7

MATERIALS Loctite FRENBLOC :

Primary shaft nut Secondary shaft bolt 5th speed fixed gear 5th speed hub

REMOVAL

Remove the front left hand wheel. Remove the side housing. Drain the gearbox. The rear housing must be removed horizontally as it has a lubricating duct (A) which goes into the primary shaft.

87180R

21-23

MANUAL GEARBOXES 5th speed linkage in situ


Fit: - a drainage tray under the rear housing and remove it, - a wooden block between the 5th speed fork and the leading gear to act as a counter-force; then remove the fork roll pin using tool B.Vi. 31-01. It is easier to remove the roll pin if the drift of tool B.Vi 31-01 is bent slightly to avoid having to raise the gearbox.

21

DI2122

Select 5th gear by sliding the fork on its shaft and 1st gear with the gear lever.

85979R

NOTE:

Do not pull the 5th speed fork shaft outwards as there is a risk that the prohibiting lock may move and prevent refitting of the shaft. As a safety measure, engage a gear (3rd or 4th) when removing - refitting the roll pin.

85966R2

Slacken and remove the primary shaft nut and secondary shaft bolt. Return the gearbox to neutral.

21-24

MANUAL GEARBOXES 5th speed linkage in situ


On the primary shaft: Remove the 5th speed fork and the slide gear. Extract the synchroniser hub using tool B.Vi. 1170.

21

Fit the rounded housing of the tool on the slide gear, turn it as far as possible and then extract the hub.

93190R

93237R

Fit the slide gear of tool B.Vi. 1170 as for selecting 5th gear and turn it so as to position the splines of the slide gear and the hub opposite each other.

Remove the 5th gear assembly.

86045R2

93189S

21-25

MANUAL GEARBOXES 5th speed linkage in situ


On the secondary shaft: Remove shouldered washer (64).
REFITTING

21

On the secondary shaft: Put three drops of Loctite FRENBLOC on the fixed gear splines. Fit the fixed gear using tool B. Vi. 1175 and shouldered washer (64).

PRG21.1

Remove the fixed gear using tool B.Vi. 28-01-0203 fitted with its jaws B.Vi. 1007.

93462R

Remove tool B. Vi. 1175.

88575R

21-26

MANUAL GEARBOXES 5th speed linkage in situ


On the primary shaft: Refit parts (21) (shoulder facing bearing (22), (23), (24) and (8)) in order. Fit the fork on slide gear (26) fitted with part (25). Put three drops of Loctite FRENBLOC on the hub and refit the slide gear - hub assembly and fork. Fit the bosses on the synchro ring in the notches on the hub. On the secondary shaft: Fit shouldered washer (64).

21

PRG21.1

Put three drops of Loctite FRENBLOC: - on nut (27) of the primary shaft and torque tighten it to 13.5 daN.m, - on bolt (65) and torque tighten it to 7 daN.m .

86045R1

Select 1st gear at the gear lever and 5th gear at the gearbox, sliding the 5th speed fork on its shaft.

21-27

MANUAL GEARBOXES 5th speed linkage in situ


Place a wooden block between the 5th speed fork and the primary gear as a counter-force and fit a new roll pin in the 5th speed fork using tool B.Vi. 31-01 ensuring that it is fitted the correct way round, with the slot in the centreline of the shafts.

21

Fit a new O-ring seal to ensure that the rear housing is leaktight. Fit the rear housing engaging duct (A) in the primary shaft and the lubricating channel in oil inlet rail (B) and torque tighten the bolts to 2.5 daN.m.

90498-1S

87180R6

Fill the gearbox with oil.

85979R1

Return the gearbox to neutral and check that all of the gears can be selected. If there are any difficulties, ensure that reverse gear is not engaged.

21-28

MANUAL GEARBOXES Differential output seal

21

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS B.Vi. T.Av. B.Vi. B.Vi.

31-01 476 945 1058

Drifts for fitting roll pins Ball joint extractor Plug for fitting the differential seal Plug for fitting the differential seal

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Brake caliper securing bolts Shock absorber lower securing bolts Steering ball joint Wheel bolts

10 11 3.5 8

MATERIALS Loctite FRENBLOC :

Brake caliper securing bolts


RHODORSEAL 5661 :

Ends of driveshaft roll pins


MOLYKOTE BR2 :

Splines on right hand sun wheel

91755R

Remove: - the steering ball joint (tool T.Av. 476),

REMOVAL

Remove the protective casing from under the engine. Drain the gearbox. Place the front of the vehicle on stands on the side in question. Remove the wheel. Knock out the driveshaft roll pins using tool B.Vi. 31-01.
85965R

21-29

MANUAL GEARBOXES Differential output seal


- the two bolts (A) securing the brake assembly.

21

86031S

REFITTING

Grease protector (A) of B. Vi. 945 and fit it on the sun wheel. Position the greased seal using B. Vi. 1058.
90149R1

Fix the brake caliper to the suspension spring in order to avoid stretching the hose. Slacken lower bolt (3) on the shock absorber base and remove upper bolt (4). Tilt the stub axle carrier and uncouple the driveshaft (take care not to damage the gaiters during this operation). Remove the O-ring seal from the sun wheel. Knock the base of the lip seal using a pin drift and a small hammer so that it turns in its housing. When the seal has been loosened, take it out using a pair of pliers, taking care not to damage the sun wheel splines.
92111R

21-30

MANUAL GEARBOXES Differential output seal


Fit the O-ring seal on the sun wheel and coat the splines with grease MOLYKOTE BR2. Position the driveshaft in relation to the sun wheel. Turn the stub axle carrier engaging the driveshaft in the sun wheel using drift B.Vi. 31-01 in order to align the holes.

21

Fit new roll pins and seal the ends (RHODORSEAL 5661).

Tighten the bolts and nuts to the recommended torque. Fit the brake caliper in place and coat the bolts with Loctite FRENBLOC. Fill the gearbox.

74937-3S

21-31

MANUAL GEARBOXES Speedometer drive


CHANGING REFITTING

21

1st possibility: Only the speedometer drive or shaft is damaged.

Refit the new speedometer drive using pliers with a long, flat nose. The drive gear and its shaft are refitted by hand. The shaft must be positioned correctly in relation to the locating notches on the drive gear, owing to the elasticity of the shaft lips.

REMOVAL

It is not necessary to dismantle the entire gearbox. Uncouple the left hand driveshaft. Remove the spider sun wheel. Turn the differential by hand so that the speedometer drive gear can be reached. Unclip the shaft, pulling it vertically using long nosed pliers. Using the same pliers, remove the drive gear from its location.

CORRECT

INCORRECT

86053S

Ensure that it is properly clipped in place. Refit the spider sun wheel. 2nd possibility: The speedometer drive gear and crown wheel are damaged.
88577S

The gearbox must be removed and the final drive dismantled.

21-32

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Exploded view

23

DI2325

23-1

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Use


DRIVING

23

The automatic transmission is greased under pressure and therefore only while the engine is running. Consequently, in order to avoid serious damage, the following recommendations must be followed: - never drive with the ignition switched off (on a downwards slope, for example), the danger of such a practice cannot be emphasised enough. - never push the vehicle (for example: to reach a petrol station), except in the situation where the precautions stated in the section below on "Towing" are observed. Furthermore, the vehicle can only be driven if the engine is running. It is therefore impossible to start the engine of an automatic transmission vehicle by pushing it.

TOWING

The front of the vehicle should be lifted. However, if this is not possible, the vehicle may, in exceptional circumstances, be towed with four wheels on the ground under the following conditions: 1. Add an additional two litres of automatic transmission oil ELF RENAULTMATIC D2 or MOBIL ATF 220. Only tow the vehicle at a speed of less than 20 mph (30 km/h) over a distance of less than 30 miles (50 km) (lever in"N")

2.

DO NOT FORGET TO REMOVE THE EXCESS OIL AFTER TOWING.

23-2

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Identification

23
OIL
COMPUTER

VEHICLE

AUTO TRANS TYPE

ENGINE

STEP DOWN GEAR RATIO

FINAL DRIVE RATIO

SPEEDOMETER DRIVE RATIO

PRESSURE*

B53A C53A L53A B537 C537 L537 B53B C53B L53B

MB1

E7J

29/24

15/58

21/19

4.40.1

138

MB1

E6J

29/24

15/58

21/19

4.40.1

138

MB3

F3N

29/24

16/57

21/19

4.40.1

132

(*) On the road, with the lever in 2nd at 50 mph (80 km/h). Converter drive plate: Maximum permissible run-out: 0.3 mm Tightening torque: - Bolt for securing to the crankshaft: 6.5 daN.m - Bolt for securing to the converter: 2.5 daN.m

23-3

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Gear ratios


For vehicle types B53A - C53A - L53A - B537 - C537 - L537

23
3rd 1 0.828 3.199 32.343 Reverse 2 1.655 6.399 16.171

Gear ratios Gear reduction Gear reduction +step down Gear reduction + stepdown + final drive Speed in km/h for 1000 rpm *

1st 2.5 2.069 7.999 12.937

2nd 1.5 1.241 4.799 21.562

For vehicle types B53B - C53B - L53B

Gear ratios Gear reduction Gear reduction + stepdown Gear reduction + stepdown + final drive Speed in km/h for 1000 rpm *

1st 2.5 2.069 7.370 14.042

2nd 1.5 1.241 4.422 23.403

3rd 1 0.828 2.948 35.105

Reverse 2 1.655 5.896 17.552

* For vehicles fitted with 165/70 R13 tyres.

23-4

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Gear change thresholds


Gear change thresholds in km/h for vehicle types B53B - C53B - L53B 1 2 23 72 72 2 3 40 118 118 3 2 27 102 102

23
2 1 15 63 63

POSITION OF FOOT

No-load (PL) Full-load (PF) Kickdown

Gear change thresholds in km/h for vehicle types B537 - C537 - L537 - B53A - C53A - L53A 1 2 23 62 67 2 3 46 102 109 3 2 26 74 94 2 1 13 40 54

POSITION OF FOOT

No-load (PL) Full-load (PF) Kickdown

No-load (PL) Foot off accelerator pedal Full-load (PF) Accelerator pedal fully depressed
NOTE: The kickdown switch is incorporated in the computer via the load potentiometer. In the event of a

fault refer to workshop repair manual T.A. M.

23-5

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Consumables

23

DESCRIPTION

COMPONENT CONCERNED

RHODORSEAL 5661

Sealing of the driveshaft roll pins - Sun wheel splines

Grease MOLYKOTE BR2

- Converter locating device


Loctite FRENBLOC

Brake caliper securing bolt

Parts which must be changed automatically


Parts which must be changed once they have been removed: - the roll pins, - the self-locking nuts, - the copper seals.

Oil
The MB automatic transmission is a gearbox which has only one level and one grade of oil (converter, final drive, mechanical section).
GRADE (for example) : ELF RENAULTMATIC D2.

If this is not available, use (example) : - MOBIL ATF 220D - TOTAL DEXRON
CAPACITY IN LITRES :

Theoretical total: 4.5 litres After draining: 2 litres

23-6

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Draining - Filling - Levels


DRAINING - FILLING

23

Start the engine and wait one or two minutes for the converter and cooler to fill up. The oil is at an ambient temperature of 20C. Pull out the dipstick while the engine is running. The level should not be below mark (1) MINIMUM WHEN COLD (risk of damage) and should not exceed mark (2) MAXIMUM WHEN COLD (risk of damage).

Draining must be carried out when cold, dipstick and plug (A) removed. Change the strainer.

Never exceed the "MAXIMUM WHEN COLD"

level.
WARNING

Too much oil results in: - overheating of the oil, - leaks. Too little oil results in: - damage to the mechanisms.
93609R

Refit the plug together with a new seal. Fill with the recommended oil via the dipstick tube. Use a funnel fitted with a 15/100 filter in order to prevent the entry of impurities. Run the engine at idle speed. Check the level and top up if necessary.

CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL WHEN COLD

With the vehicle empty, place it on a even, horizontal surface. Position the selector lever in "PARK" (P).
CHECK THE LEVEL WHEN COLD. 1. MINIMUM WHEN COLD 2. MAXIMUM WHEN COLD

85935R

23-7

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Checking and adjusting the potentiometer


1st METHOD
ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

23

B.Vi. 958

Checking unit

ADVICE

With the vehicle stationary and the ignition off, check that the accelerator cable is adjusted correctly. Disconnect the 3-way connector (10) for the wiring which connects the computer to the potentiometer.

85651-1R

CHECKING

Press the accelerator pedal down fully


CORRECT

Indicator light 9

INCORRECT or maladjusted
93698R

Connect the potentiometer connector (10) to the B.Vi. 958 connector (16). Supply the B.Vi. 958 from the battery. Reversing switch "I2" on "Y".

Slightly slacken the two bolts (V) which secure the potentiometer. Keep the throttle fully open via the accelerator pedal and slowly turn the potentiometer to illuminate indicator light (9) and retighten the two bolts (V) If indicator light (9) cannot be illuminated by this adjustment, check its wiring and if the potentiometer is faulty, change it. Whenever the potentiometer is changed or removed, adjust it. NOTE: if the carburettor is cleaned, dismantle the load potentiometer or avoid splashing cleaning fluid on it.

23-8

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Checking and adjusting the potentiometer


2nd METHOD
ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS XR25

23

ADVICE

With the vehicle stationary and the ignition off, check that the accelerator cable is adjusted correctly. Disconnect the 3-way connector (10) of the wiring which connects the computer to the potentiometer.

93607R

Connect: - the round plugs to the battery (red on "+", black on "-"), - the three-way connector (16) to the potentiometer connector (10).

93608R

Connect the XR25, the three-way extension lead and the two round plugs.

23-9

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Checking and adjusting the potentiometer

23

93606S

On the XR25 keypad, press key "V" then "1"; Reading the numerical values on the display: At full-load, the display should show a value between "0" and "3"; ignore any "-" signs which may be displayed to the right of the value. For the adjustment procedure, refer to workshop repair manual MR T.A. M or the previous page.

23-10

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Oil pressure

23

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

B.Vi. 466-06 B.Vi. 466-07

Adaptor Oil pressure gauge

CHECKING

ADJUSTING

Meauring conditions Ensure: - that the normal operating temperature is 80 C, - that the accelerator cable is adjusted correctly. Connect oil pressure gauge B.Vi. 466-07 to adapter B.Vi. 466-06 at (A).

Remove the stop (1) and turn the capsule. By screwing in the capsule, the pressure in increased and vice versa.

88967G 88990R

Measuring Place the selector lever in 2nd. Accelerate fully and apply the brake at the same time to stabilise the speed at 50 mph (80 km/h). The pressure should be 4.4 0.1 bars
85393S

NOTE: 2 notches = approximately 0.08 bar.

23-11

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Oil pressure


To make this operation easier, a tool can be made: A = 8/30 mm diameter washer, thickness 1.5 mm B = 6 mm round rod

23

88862R1

23-12

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Strainer


The strainer should be changed every 36,000 or 40,000 miles (50,000 km) depending on servicing programme applicable and when any significant work is carried out on the mechanism.
CHANGING

23

Lift the engine - gearbox assembly to a dimension of approximately 135 mm.

Drain the automatic transmission. Remove the gearbox silent block nut (A).

93605R

88170R

Place a lifting device under the gearbox at (B).

85546R

23-13

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Strainer


Remove the sump and the strainer fitted with its seal. Clean the sump and its magnets and refit them (so that the grooved surface is fitted against the panel).

23

93618S

Fit the new strainer fitted and its seal and torque tighten to 0.9 daN.m. Refit the sump and fill with oil.

23-14

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)

23

Removal of the MB type automatic transmission requires the removal of the engine - automatic transmission assembly.

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

Mot. 453-01 Mot. 582 Mot. 878 B.Vi. 31-01 B.Vi. 465 T.Av. 476

Hose clamps Converter locking sector Engine lifting eyes and chain Drifts for fitting roll pins Tool for replacing the torque converter seal Ball joint extractor

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Brake caliper securing bolts Shock absorber base securing bolts Steering ball joint Lower ball joint nut Driveshaft gaiter securing bolts Wheel bolts Oil cooler bolts Converter drive plate bolts Bolts around the automatic transmission mounting

10 11 3.5 6 2.5 8 4 2.5 4

Remove: - the cooling system radiator and the expansion bottle, Special point for the E engine Remove : - the integral electronic ignition (A.E.I.), - hot air tube (A) then the air filter complete,

Depending on specification, remove the selfcontained air bag in order to eliminate any risk of triggering it (refer to the first generation air bag manual). Removal of the assembly does present any special points, however observe the points below:
REMOVAL

Place the vehicle on a two post lift. Disconnect the battery. Drain: - the cooling system (lower radiator flexible hose), - the automatic transmission oil.

DI2326

the bar between the shock absorber turrets, the front wheels.

23-15

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Special point for the F3N engine Remove: - the ignition power module, -

23

the power assisted steering hose securing plate (1).

93601R 93603S

the air filter complete, the absolute pressure sensor and its mounting,

Fit clamps Mot. 453-01 to the steering pump reservoir hoses and then remove the steering pump reservoir pipes and the front wheels.

93602S

23-16

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Remove (all types) : On the left hand side of the vehicle the brake caliper bolt (A) and attach it to the body,
BENDIX series IV

23

the steering ball joint using extractor tool T.Av. 476,

85965-1R

90149R

the three driveshaft gaiter securing bolts,

GIRLING

85678R

91758R

23-17

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


the lower ball joint and shock absorber base bolts, the transmission - stub axle carrier assembly, taking care to protect the spider. -

23

the upper bolt (1) and slacken the lower bolt (2).

90311S

90259R

On the right hand side of the vehicle: It is not necessary to remove the brake caliper. Extract: - the driveshaft roll pin using drift tool B.Vi. 31-01,

Tilt the stub axle carrier and uncouple the driveshaft. Disconnect the hoses for the heater matrix on the coolant pump and the automatic transmission oil cooler, the fuel circuit hoses and the brake servo braking vacuum hoses.

93710R

23-18

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Remove (all types) : - the electrical connectors, the injection computer connector,

23

93598S

the oxygen sensor (1): this is located on the exhaust manifold upstream of the clamp which connects the primary down-pipe.

92056S

the earthing braids.

Special point for the F3N engine Disconnect: - the three hoses (A) (it is advisable to mark them before disconnecting them),

89091R

93600R

23-19

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Remove: - the earthing braids (engine and automatic transmission), - the following cables: accelerator cable, rev counter cable, gear selection cable at attachment points (A) and (B). Figure 2

23

DI2327

the front and rear rubber mounting nuts (E).

93604R

Remove : the computer retaining strap, the exhaust clamp (for F3N engine figure 1) the exhaust pipe (for E engine figure 2),

92108R

Figure 1

91128S

23-20

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Attach tool Mot. 878 to the engine lifting eyes. Lift the engine - automatic transmission assembly and remove bolts (E). Remove the engine - automatic transmission assembly from the engine compartment.

23

Fit torque converter tool B.Vi. 465 and uncouple the automatic transmission from the engine.

86724R

REFITTING (Special points)


93599S

Remove: - the starter motor, - the converter protective plate. Fit locking sector tool Mot. 852 and remove the bolts for the drive plate on the converter.

Lower the engine - automatic transmission assembly, align it using the front rubber mountings and secure the two bolts for the rear rubber mountings. Torque tighten the bolts and nuts. Fit the brake caliper securing bolts with adhesive (Loctite FRENBLOC) and torque tighten them. Press the brake pedal several times to bring the pistons into contact with the brake pads. Apply RHODORSEAL 5661 to the driveshaft roll pin holes. Adjust the accelerator and choke cables.

86511R

23-21

MB AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)

23

Carry out the following: - fill the automatic transmission, - fill and bleed the cooling system (refer to subsection 19), - fill and bleed the power-assisted steering pump circuit, - retighten the exhaust flange.

85915-1S

To ensure correct sealing, do not forget to fit the O-ring seals (T) on each side of the oil cooler. Gradually tighten the bolts to a torque of 4 daN.m.

92323R

NOTE: the exhaust down-pipe flanges are fitted

with spacers (1) which determine the tension of the springs. Tighten until the spacers are in contact. Start the engine and check that the assembly is perfectly sealed.

89010R

23-22

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Exploded view

23

DI2302

23-23

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Operation


DRIVING

23

The automatic transmission is greased under pressure and therefore only while the engine is running. Consequently, in order to avoid serious damage, the following recommendations must be followed: - never drive with the ignition switched off (on a downwards slope, for example), the danger of such a practice cannot be emphasised enough. - never push the vehicle (for example: to reach a petrol station), unless the precautions described in the "Towing" section below are taken. Moreover, the vehicle canonly be driven if the engine is running. It is therefore impossible to start the engine of an automatic transmission vehicle by pushing it.

TOWING

It is always preferable to tow the vehicle on a flat bed trailer or with the front wheels lifted. However, if this is not possible, the vehicle may, in exceptional circumstances, be towed under the following conditions: 1rear wheels lifted by 15 cm or all four wheels on the ground (without adding any oil to the mechanism), Only tow the vehicle at a speed of less than 25 mph (40 km/h) over a distance of less than 15 miles (25 km) (lever in"N")

2.

23-24

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Identification

23
COMPUTER

VEHICLE

AUTO TRANS TYPE

ENGINE

CONVERTER

STEP DOWN RATIO

FINAL DRIVE RATIO

SPEEDOMETER RATIO

B533 C533 L533 B536 L536 B53C C53C D53C L53C 353F 453F 553F 853F B53V C53V D53V L53V B53Y C53Y D53Y L53Y D53Y D53V

AD4 001

F2N 721 F2N 727 F2N 725

227 D AA

69/77

17/64

18/16

100

AD4 001

227 D AA

69/77

17/64

18/16

103

AD4 004

F3N 743

227 D AA

69/77

17/64

18/16

101

AD4 014

F3P 765

227 D AA

69/77

17/64

18/16

108

AD4 004

F3P 705 F3P 707 F3P 705 F3P 707 F3P 765

227 D AA

69/77

17/64

18/16

103

AD4 004 AD4 014

227 D AA

69/77 69/77

17/64 17/64

18/16 18/16

111 118 115 122 103 111 118 100 122

227 D AA

B53Y B533 353H 453H

AD4 014 AD4 001 AD4 014

F3P 705 F3P 765 F3P 682

227 D AA

77/71 77/71 69/77

17/64 17/64 19/65

18/16 18/16 18/16

227 D AA 227 D AA

* For identification using the XR25 refer to the FAULT-FINDING section.

23-25

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Gear ratios


For vehicle types X533, X536, X53C, X53F, X53V, X53Y, 053H

23
4th 0.68 2.85 37.04 Reverse 2.11 8.86 11.90

Gear ratio Gear reduction Overall reduction Speed in km/h for 1000 rpm with 1.76 tyres

1st 2.71 11.40 9.26

2nd 1.55 6.51 16.20

3rd 1 4.20 25.13

23-26

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Gear change thresholds


AUTO TRANS TYPE
ACCELER-ATOR

23
3 3 B
51 112 133 48 46 85 30 43 78 30 52 78 55 120 70 85 61 132 36 68 93 40 79 6 21 48 32 75 68 81 12 20 45 14 36 26 40 15 30 83 38 10 30

1 A

2 2 B
20 46 48

3 3 B
40 83 88

4 4 B
70 130

2 2 B
31 68 26 41 10 28

1 B
10 30 45

VEHICLE

POSITION

A
35 76

A
60 120

A
46 103 130

No-load X533 AD4 000 AD4 001 Full-load


Kickdown

17 41

136 39 79 56 100 126 40 80 60 117 60 120 135 70 128

No-load X536 AD4 001 Full-load


Kickdown

16 41 48 17 36 42 18 40 50 10 45 53

20 44

35 68 86

81 117 47 103

103 130 50 112

41

No-load X53C AD4 004 Full-load


Kickdown

20 42 44

35 70 80 40

131 62 87 122 65 140 50

130

No-load X53Y AD4 004 Full-load


Kickdown

47

75 90

108

144 47 95 69 138 75 152 55

135

X53F X53H X53V

No-load AD4 014 Full-load


Kickdown

20 51

45 85 98

114

157

149

23-27

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Gear change thresholds


The figures shown in the table are average theoretical values of gear change speeds in km/h tolerances = 10 %. No-load (PL) : Accelerator pedal released. Full-load (PF) : Accelerator pedal fully pressed. Kickdown : Kickdown (changing to a lower gear).

23

A : Lower gear change thresholds. The gears change to lower gear ratio. Switch (1) is not operated and the EXC warning light is extinguished. B : Higher gear change thresholds. The gears change to a higher gear ratio. Switch (1) is operated and the EXC warning light is illuminated.

91115-1R

23-28

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Consumables

23

DESCRIPTION

COMPONENT CONCERNED

RHODORSEAL 5661

Sealing of the driveshaft roll pins Sun wheel splines

Grease MOLYKOTE BR2

Converter locating device


Loctite FRENBLOC

Brake caliper securing bolt

Parts which must be changed automatically


Parts which must be changed once they have been removed: - the roll pins, - the self-locking nuts, - the copper seals.

Oil
The AD4 automatic transmission is a gearbox which has two grades of oil and two levels.
MECHANICAL SECTION : ELF RENAULTMATIC D2 (D20104).

If this is not available, use: - MOBIL ATF 220 D (D 20104 or D 21412). - TEXAMATIC 4011.
FINAL DRIVE: TRANSELF TRX 80W.

23-29

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Oil drain intervals


For draining of the mechanical section, refer to the warranty and servicing booklet for the vehicle. The oil level must be checked every 10,000 miles (15,000 km) in case there is a slight oil leak. The final drive is not drained; it is filled for life. The level can be topped up if there is a slight leak.

23

Oil capacity

TOTAL volume MECHANICAL SECTION FINAL DRIVE

Volume after draining 3.5 litres -

5.7 litres 1 litre

NOTE : If the automatic transmission is changed, only carry out the level checking operation, as the

transmission is supplied filled by the Parts Department.

23-30

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Oil drain


ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS B.Vi. 1213

23

M.S. 1019-10
DRAINING

Automatic transmission drain plug spanner XR25 Final drive: The final drive is filled and topped up via plug (C) by filling with oil until it overflows.

Mechanical section : There are two plugs on the mechanical section cover : A : Oil level top-up plug. B : Oil drain plug (triangular imprint on it). The unit is drained by removing plug (B).

94882R

Reminder: The final drive is not drained, it is filled for life.


94882R2

23-31

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Filling - Levels


FILLING - LEVELS

23

Filling is via tube (D).

1 - The vehicle must be on a four post lift and the transmission at ambient temperature. 2 - Switch on the engine with the selector lever in park. 3 - Connect the XR25 and enter: D 0 4 then # 0 4

4 - Lift the vehicle and run the engine until a temperature of 60 C is reached 5 - When the required temperature has been reached, with the engine running, open the oil top-up plug; allow the excess oil to flow out for approximately 20 seconds (this excess should exceed 0.1 litres). Refit the plug. 6 - If the volume of oil recovered is less than 0.1 litres, the level is not correct, repeat the operation.
94845R1

In this case, add 1 litre of the recommended oil and leave the automatic transmission to cool before carrying out the operations which follow.

Use a funnel fitted with a 15/100 filter to prevent the entry of impurities. The level is MUST be checked in accordance with the procedure described below: Before carrying out this procedure: - if the gearbox has been drained, fill it with 3.5 litres of oil, - if the gearbox is simply to be checked, 0.5 litres of the recommended oil must be added.

23-32

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Filling - Levels


ELECTRONIC FAULT WARNING LIGHT MESSAGE

23

When the ignition is switched on, with the vehicle stationary and the engine stopped, in position P or N, the warning light illuminates. When the starter is operated, the warning light remains illuminated. When the key is released, with the ignition on and the engine running, the warning light extinguishes approximately 3 seconds after starting the engine.

Operation with no fault

When the vehicle is stationary with the engine running or when driving, the warning light is permanently illuminated. When the vehicle is moving the warning light illuminates and extinguishes with no operation of the ignition key. When the vehicle is moving, the warning light illuminates briefly.

Fault present

Oil temperature <- 20C or >+140C

When the vehicle is moving or stationary, the warning light flashes with a frequency of approximately 1 flash per second. In this case, reduce the performance requirement by reducing the acceleration.

Oil pressure
The transmission is fitted with an oil pressure socket. Connect tool B.Vi. 1215 for checking the automatic transmission pressure sensor only. The oil pressure cannot be adjusted. Its value is determined by the computer.

94845-1R

23-33

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Changing the strainer


This filters the oil and assures correct operation of the automatic transmission. For models with ABS

23

Remove: - the nut (C) which secures the ABS electropump assembly to the silent block.
TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Strainer securing bolts Casing securing bolts Bolts securing the rubber mounting to the sidemember Rear mounting securing bolts Wheel bolts

0.50 +0.1 0 1 0.1 2 6.5 9

REMOVAL

94933R

Place the vehicle on a two post lift and fit the tilting prevention claws to the pads (see Technical Note 1168). Drain the automatic transmission (mechanical section; triangular imprint on the drain plug). Remove: - the expansion bottle, - the air filter, - the two upper rubber mount bolts (A) and slacken the other two (B), without removing them.

the front left hand wheel and remove the plastic deflector in the wheel arch (to enable the two automatic transmission sump rear securing bolts to be extracted later).

Using the component jack, lift the automatic transmission.

94933-1R

94887S

23-34

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Changing the strainer


Remove - the automatic transmission sump, - the strainer and its seal (bolts 1).

23

94933-1S

On models with ABS Refit the nut (C) which secures the ABS electropump assembly to the silent block.

92084R

Before refitting, clean the sump and its magnet. Check the condition of the sump seal and the drain and top-up plugs.
REFITTING

Fit the new strainer and its seal. Torque tighten the bolts to 0.5 +0.1 0 daN.m.
94933R

Fit the sump and torque tighten the bolts to 10.1 daN.m. Lower the transmission and remove the component jack. Refit the transmission rubber mounting bolts.

Refit: - the plastic deflector in the front left hand wheel arch, - the front left hand wheel, - the air filter, - the expansion bottle. Fill with oil and check the level.

23-35

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Hydraulic distributor


TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

23

the selector lever (2) to enable the lever to travel beyond the "Park" position.

Casing securing bolts Strainer securing bolts Distributor securing bolts

1 0.1 0.50 0.50 +0.1 0 +0.1 0

Removal This operation is carried out with the selector lever in position "P" (Park). Drain the transmission. Remove: - the sump (refer to the section on "Changing the strainer"), - the strainer (bolts 1),
94845-2R

This excess travel is necessary to release the drive for the manual valve control sector.

94840R

the gear selector lever cable,

94841R

23-36

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Hydraulic distributor


Disconnect the sealed connector cable by pressing on the locking ring. -

23

the selector from the manual valve (4) by detaching first at (A) and then at (B).

Extract the hydraulic distributor manual valve.

94925S

Remove: - the sealed connector after removing bolt (3),

94848R

Remove the 16 bolts which secure the hydraulic distributor. Bolts (X) remain in place and secure the closing plate to the distributor.

94848-1R

94841-1R

23-37

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Hydraulic distributor


Push the selector lever to the stop and disconnect the hydraulic distributor by releasing the modulating solenoid valve from the casing.
REFITTING

23

Ensure that the F1 supply tube (8), the modulating solenoid valve filter (7), and the system inserts (6) are present.

91724R 94852R1

Ensure that the inserts (6) and the filter (7) remain in place in the hydraulic circuit of the casing. Engage the hydraulic distributor. Push the gear selector lever to the stop taking care to correctly engage the modulating solenoid valve in the casing.

94852R2

23-38

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Hydraulic distributor

23

Fit the manual valve and the selector (4) by first engaging section (A) and then section (B).

91724R

Fit the 16 bolts securing the distributor to the casing and torque tighten them to 0.5 daN.m in the order shown.

91350R4

Refit the sealed connector with its O-ring seal and bolt (3).

94841-1R1

94848-1R

23-39

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Hydraulic distributor


Fit a new strainer and a new seal. Torque tighten to 0.5 +0.1 0 daN.m.

23

94845-2R

Refit the control cable. Fill with oil and check the level.
94840R

NOTE:

Fit the sump (check that the seals are in good condition and that the magnet is present). Torque tighten bolts (1) to 1 +0.1 daN.m. 0

Whenever the hydraulic distributor is changed or removed, change the modulating solenoid valve filter, the strainer and its seal.

Refit the automatic transmission (refer to the section on "Changing the strainer"). Reconnect the sealed connector. Refit the gear selector lever (2).

23-40

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)

23

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

Mot. 453-01 Hose clamps Mot. 582 Locking sector Mot. 1202 Hose clamp grips

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Shock absorber securing bolts Transmission securing bolts Wheel bolts Bolts securing the automatic transmission to the engine Bolt securing the rubber mounting to the sidemember Steering ball joint Rear mounting securing bolts Oil cooler bolts Converter drive plate bolts

11 3.5 9

2 3.5 6.5 2.5 1.5

IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, THE ENGINE - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY MUST BE REMOVED.

Depending on equipment level, remove the selfcontained air bag in order to eliminate any risk of triggering (refer to the first generation air bag manual). Place the vehicle on a two post lift.
REMOVAL

Disconnect the battery. Drain: - the automatic transmission (only if it is to be changed), - the cooling system. Remove: - the bonnet, - the air filter and its mounting, - the antipercolation air duct., - the bar (if fitted).

23-41

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)

23

94948R

Disconnect the accelerator cable (2) from the carburettor after disconnecting the kickdown switch connector (1).

Carburation system

94932R

23-42

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Injection system

23

94927S 94930R

Disconnect: - the choke cable (depending on type), - the speedometer cable after unscrewing it from the automatic transmission, -

the earthing braids (engine and automatic transmission), the AEI (integral electronic ignition) or, the MPA (ignition power module) and the oxygen sensor connector (depending on vehicle type).

94834-1S

the engine wiring harness connectors in the box on the left hand wheel arch and the automatic transmission computer connectors,

94929S

23-43

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Remove the following pipes: fuel pipe, vacuum pipe on the brake servo, (Depending on vehicle type) remove the pipes for the automatic transmission accelerated idle solenoid valves (2) and the power-assisted steering (3),

23

Remove: - the 35-way injection computer connector (5), - the purge canister solenoid valve supply connector (6), - the engine harness connection connector (7),

94931R

94928-1R

bleed canister (A), bleed canister solenoid valve(B).

(all types) the following hoses: radiator, heater, power assisted steering pump reservoir after fitting tool Mot. 453-01.

94928R

23-44

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


the oil cooler,

23

86511R

Remove: - the starter motor heat shield, - the starter motor,

94835S

the bolts securing the automatic transmission to the engine.

Remove the transmission from the engine taking care not to drop the converter.

REFITTING

Before refitting the automatic transmission to the engine, check the presence of the centring pins on the block. Grease the device which locates the converter in the crankshaft with Molykote "BR2" . Fit the automatic transmission to the engine and torque tighten the securing bolts to 4 daN.m .
94890S

Fit the nuts which secure the drive plate to the converter using Loctite FRENBLOC and torque tighten them to 1.5 daN.m. Refit: - the oil cooler and torque tighten the bolts to 2.5 daN.m, - the starter motor and the heat shield, - the converter protective plate. Refit the engine - automatic transmission assembly in the engine compartment. Refit in the reverse order to removal.

23-45

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Remove: - the power assisted steering reservoir, - the power assisted steering high pressure pipe (detach it from the retaining plate underneath the vehicle),

23

1st type assembly: Hexagonal socket-type screws. (For removal and refitting it is advisable to use, for example, socket FACOM J 235 and the 6 mm hexagonal male adaptor). 2nd type assembly: 12-sided socket-type screws. (For removal and refitting it is advisable to use, for example, 12-sided male socket FACOM SV. 8L).

Right hand side

94949S

the gear selector lever, the radiator, the exhaust clamp


94838-2S

Left hand side

91128S

the front wheels, the 6 bolts which secure the driveshafts to the sun wheel outlet flanges.

94837S

23-46

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


On each side of the vehicle remove: - the steering ball joint using extractor tool T. Av. 476,

23

Remove : - the driveshafts on the side, - the engine - automatic transmission rubber mountings. Fit the load positioner to the engine - automatic transmission assembly. Remove the assembly from the engine compartment.

85965-1R

the upper bolt (1) and slacken the lower bolt (2) for the shock absorber base.
91131S

90259R

23-47

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Remove the converter protective plate.
REFITTING

23

Special points: Before refitting the driveshafts, fill the sun wheel outlet flanges with Molykote "BR2" grease .

94885S

Fit locking sector tool Mot. 582 and remove the three nuts which secure the drive plate to the converter.
94890-2S

IMPORTANT:

When refitting the accelerator cable, adjust it correctly as this is important to ensure correct operation of the kickdown switch. Carry out the following operations: - fill and bleed the cooling system, - top up the power assisted steering, - top up the automatic transmission.
VERY IMPORTANT: DO NOT FORGET TO VALIDATE THE FULL-LOAD POSITION in order to

reprogramme the computer with the load potentiometer travel.

23-48

ABS version

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)

23

On vehicles fitted with ABS, the automatic transmission is removed after removing the engine-gearbox drive assembly.

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

Mot. 1040-01

Dummy engine cradle for removing - refitting the enginegearbox drive assembly Hose clamps
REMOVAL

Mot.
TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

453-01

Front engine sub-frame mounting bolts Rear engine sub-frame mounting bolts Upper shock absorber mounting bolts Brake caliper securing bolts Steering universal joint securing bolt Wheel bolts Driveshaft mounting bolts Shock absorber base mounting bolts Steering ball joint Bolts securing the automatic transmission to the engine Oil cooler bolts Converter drive plate bolts

4 8.5 2.5 10 3 9 3.5 11 3.5

Disconnect the battery. Remove the bumper at (A).

4 2.5 15
92054R

Place the vehicle on a two post lift. Depending on equipment level, remove the selfcontained air bag in order to eliminate any risk of triggering (refer to the 1st generation air bagmanual).

92058R

23-49

ABS version

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


Remove: - the interior wheel arch trim,

23

92057R

the air filter and its mounting.

Remove the separating bar and the antipercolation pipes (if fitted).

94948S

23-50

ABS version

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)

23

Disconnect: - the accelerator cable from the carburettor after disconnecting connector (1) from the kickdown switch (2).

94927S 94932R

the choke cable (depending on type of carburation), the speedometer cable after unscrewing it from the automatic transmission, -

the earthing braids (engine and automatic transmission), the integral electronic ignition (AEI) and remove it, the following pipes : fuel pipes, vacuum pipes on the brake servo, remove the pipes for the automatic transmission accelerated idle solenoid valves (2) and the power-assisted steering (3),

94834-1S

the engine wiring harness connectors in the box on the left hand wheel arch and the automatic transmission computer connectors, radiator hoses, heater pipes.

94931R1

23-51

ABS version

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


-

23

Remove (depending on vehicle type) : - the air filter and its mounting, - the antipercolation air duct. Disconnect: - the accelerator cable from the throttle housing after disconnecting connector (1) for the kickdown switch (2),

the engine wiring harness connectors in the box on the left hand wheel arch and the automatic transmission computer connectors,

94927S

94930R

the speedometer cable after unscrewing it from the automatic transmission,

the 35-way injection computer connector (5), the bleed canister solenoid valve supply connector (6), the engine wiring harness connection connector (7).

94834-1S

94928-1R

23-52

ABS version

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)

23

Disconnect the oxygen sensor connector. Remove: - the earthing braids (motor and automatic transmission), - the ignition power module (MPA), - the following pipes : fuel pipes, vacuum pipes on the brake servo, bleed canister (A), bleed canister solenoid valve (B).

92059S

Fit tool Mot. 1040-01.

94928R

radiator hoses, heater pipes.

ALL TYPES

Unhook: - the power assisted steering reservoir, - the gear selector lever cable. Refit: - the radiator, - the brake calipers and attach them to the vehicle body, - the tie rods connecting the sub-frame to the body, - the primary exhaust down-pipe, - the cam bolt for the universal joint.

92061S

Lower the vehicle to the ground.

23-53

ABS version

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)


With the fan assembly removed.

23

Remove: - the upper shock absorber bolts,

92382S 92114R

Separate the engine - automatic transmission assembly from the engine sub-frame. the bolt securing the rubber mounting to the automatic transmission, Remove the converter protective plate.

94933-2R

the four engine sub-frame mounting bolts.


94885S

Lift the body and remove the engine-gearbox drive assembly.

Fit locking sector tool Mot. 582 and remove the three nuts which secure the drive plate to the converter.

23-54

ABS version

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)

23

86511R

94835S

Remove: - the starter motor heat shield, - the starter motor,

the bolts securing the automatic transmission to the engine.

Separate the transmission from the engine taking care not to drop the converter.
REFITTING

Before refitting the automatic transmission to the engine, check the presence of the locating pins on the block. Grease the device which locates the converter in the crankshaft with Molykote "BR2" . Fit the automatic transmission to the engine and torque tighten the securing bolts to 4 daN.m . Fit the nuts which secure the drive plate to the converter using Loctite FRENBLOC and torque tighten them to 1.5 daN.m. Refit: - the oil cooler and torque tighten the bolts to 2.5 daN.m, - the starter motor and the heat shield, - the converter protective plate. Refit the engine - automatic transmission assembly to the engine sub-frame. Refit in reverse order to removal.

94890S

the oil cooler,

23-55

ABS version

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting)

23

Special points Before refitting the driveshafts, fill the sun wheel outlet flanges with Molykote "BR2" grease .

Position the upper mountings in the appropriate drilled hole. A = Manual steering B = Power assisted steering

94890-2S

92114-1R

The alignment of the body with the engine subframe is made easier by using threaded rods which are approximately 100 mm long.

IMPORTANT

When refitting the accelerator cable, adjust it correctly as this is important to ensure correct operation of the kickdown switch. Carry out the following operations: - fill and bleed the cooling system (refer to section 19), - top up the power assisted steering, - top up the automatic transmission.
VERY IMPORTANT: DO NOT FORGET TO VALIDATE THE FULL-LOAD POSITION in order to

reprogramme the computer with the load potentiometer travel.

85742S

Tighten the brake caliper securing bolts to a torque of 10 daN.m.

23-56

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Full-load validation


Connect the XR25 to the vehicle diagnostic socket. The diagnostic socket (1) is located in the passenger compartment, under the dashboard, in the relay and fuse compartment.

23
0 4

Switch on the ignition without starting the engine. Enter the "A" transmission code on the keypad: D

On the bargraph displays only bargraphs 1 - 3 - 4 5 - 6 - 11 remain illuminated either on the right or on the left hand side. Validate the full-load position by pressing the accelerator pedal for 5 seconds. Bargraph 2 illuminates. Bargraph 6 extinguishes. When the accelerator pedal is released, only bargraphs 1 - 3 - 4- 5 - 11 should remain illuminated. VERY IMPORTANT: switch off the ignition. Switch the ignition on again and enter the "A" transmission code to check whether the validation has been carried out. (Repeat the operation if necessary).
92827R

Switch off the ignition and disconnect the XR25. WARNING: If the full-load is validated incorrectly, this may cause: - permanent illumination of the warning light, - gear change difficulties, - incorrect gear change thresholds, - difficulties in the operation of the kickdown function, - uncomfortable driving conditions.

Place the selector in position S4.

92655R1

23-57

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Load potentiometer


Connect the XR25 to the vehicle diagnostic socket (located under the dashboard, in the relay and fuse compartment). Switch on the ignition without starting the engine. Enter the "A" transmission code on the keypad: D 0 4 Slacken the idle screw fully until the flap is completely closed.

23

The computer number is displayed. Example :

Computer identification number

4-speed auto trans

Enter on the keypad

90034

The potentiometer setting value in % appears on the central display. Slacken the potentiometer securing bolts (V). Example :

ADJUSTMENT

According to type (carburation)


THE LOAD POTENTIOMETER IS SPECIFIC TO THIS ENGINE AS IT HAS A LONGER TRACK. THEREFORE IT IS NOT INTERCHANGEABLE WITH ANOTHER TYPE OF POTENTIOMETER.

VERY IMPORTANT: Is is essential that the potentiometer adjustment procedure described below is applied.
94922R

Rotate the potentiometer body until a value is obtained on the central display of between 89.7 and 92.1 %.

23-58

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Load potentiometer


Retighten securing bolts (1). (If adjustment is not possible, check the feed). Readjust the idle speed to 80050 rpm with the selector lever in neutral. Then erase the memory and programme the "Full-load" value. Depending on vehicle type (Injection) Slacken the potentiometer securing bolts (V).

23

94915R

With the accelerator cable at rest, rotate the potentiometer body until a value is obtained on the central display of between 89.7 and 92.1 %. Retighten the securing bolts (V). (If adjustment is not possible, check the feed). Then erase the memory and programme the "Full-load" value.

23-59

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Computer (119)

23

94926R

When the computer is changed or the memory is erased, do not forget to carry out a full-load validation.

23-60

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Line pressure sensor (8)

23

94884R

The sensor is secured to the automatic transmission casing by two bolts. It is directly accessible from underneath the vehicle, after removing the protective sleeve. After changing it, do not forget to erase the memory and carry out a full-load validation.

23-61

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Multifunction switch (485)

23

94837-1R

The switch is secured to the automatic transmission casing. It is accessible from above or underneath the vehicle, after removing the securing plate and the earth wire (A). After changing it, do not forget to erase the memory and carry out a full-load validation.

23-62

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Vehicle speed sensor (250)

23

94845-3R1

The speed sensor is secured to the top of the automatic transmission. It is accessible after removing: - the expansion bottle, - the rubber mounting bracket. After changing it, do not forget to erase the memory and carry out a full-load validation.

23-63

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Solenoid valves

23

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Solenoid valve securing bolts Distributor plate securing bolts Hydraulic distributor bolts

0.9 0.5 0.5

0.1 0.1 +0.1 0

The sequence and modulating solenoid valves and the temperature sensor can only changed after removal of the hydraulic distributor. Remove: - bolts (A) which secure the distributor closing plate(B), - the bolts securing the sequence solenoid valves (C) and modulating solenoid valve bolt (D). Remove the solenoid valve - sensor assembly from the distributor.

91367R

Refitting the assembly does not present any particular difficulties. proceed in reverse order to removal. Retighten the bolts to the recommended torque (very important).
NOTE:

Each sequence solenoid valve is fitted to its own mounting. Check to make sure that they are fitted to the correct mounting.

23-64

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Engine torque reduction


The purpose of engine torque reduction during gear changes is: 1) to ensure smooth gear change,

23

2) to reduce the theoretical load of the hydraulic slave cylinders which are operated during gear changes, 3) to relieve the mechanical units. The torque is reduced by action on the point of advance. The torque reduction signal is supplied by the automatic transmission computer to the injection computer. Throughout the duration of the gear change, the point of advance is moved back by 35.

CHECKING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COMPUTER AND THE INJECTION COMPUTER

Condition Gear change pattern selector in position "EXC". Automatic transmission in 3rd. With the vehicle at approximately 35 mph (60km/h) in 2nd, change from 2nd 3rd under light throttle.

Selection on the XR25 Enter D03 # 51

Display on the XR25

Note Brief change to zero on the checking equipment display.

23-65

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Special features


KICKDOWN FUNCTION ADJUSTING THE CABLE

23

In order to trigger the kickdown switch on the AD4 automatic transmission, two pieces of information are required. 1st piece of information Accelerator pedal fully depressed to obtain load potentiometer information (value less than 6%). The value displayed on the XR25 at # 12 ). 2nd piece of information The kickdown switch fitted to the accelerator cable detects excess accelerator pedal travel which, when it compresses, creates an earth connection to the automatic transmission computer.

Connect the XR25 to the diagnostic socket on the vehicle. Place the selector in position S4.

92655R1

Switch on the ignition without starting the engine. Enter the "A" transmission code D04 on the keypad and read # 22 .
94932S1

This methods enables the kickdown function to be used at higher engine speeds. In order for the accelerator cable over travel to be fully effective, check to make sure that the accelerator cable is correctly adjusted.

23-66

AD4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Special features

23
NOTES

TEST CONDITIONS

DISPLAY ON THE XR25

Accelerator pedal released (No-load) (PL)

If value 1 is not displayed, check the electrical connection on the kickdown switch.

Accelerator pedal pressed (Full-load) (PF)

If value 0 is not displayed at Full-load, check the adjustment of the accelerator cable.

23-67

DRIVESHAFTS Consumables

29
COMPONENT CONCERNED

TYPE Loctite SCELBLOC RHODORSEAL 5661 MOLYKOTE BR2 FRENBLOC MOBIL CVJ 825

QUANTITY

Coating Coating Coating Coating 320 g 140 g 160 g 130 g

Stub axle splines Pins on driveshaft at gearbox end Splines on coupling at gearbox end Brake caliper bolt Joint GE 86 Joint AC 1700 Joint RC 490 Joint GI 62

Black Star or
MOBIL EXF 57C

Allocation of seals on the vehicle

JOINTS

Right hand driveshaft X X X X

Left hand driveshaft X X

Wheel end

Gearbox end

GE 86 AC 1700 RC 490 GI 62 GI 69

X X X X

29-1

DRIVESHAFTS Driveshafts

29

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

Rou. 604 -01 T.Av. 476 T.Av. 1050-02 B.Vi. 31-01

Hub locking tool Ball joint extractor Hub extractor Pin drift

TIGHTENING TORQUES(en daN.m)

On the left hand side 25 2.5 9 17 10 3.5 Drain the gearbox. Remove the three bolts.

Driveshaft nut Bolts securing gaiter to gearbox Wheel bolts Nuts securing bottom of shock absorber Brake caliper securing bolts Steering ball joint nuts

REMOVAL

Remove: - the brake assembly (suspend it from the chassis so as not to damage the brake hose), - the driveshaft nut using tool Rou. 604-01.

85678R

On the right hand side Remove the rollpin using tool B.Vi. 31-01.

85876-1R

91755R

29-2

DRIVESHAFTS Driveshafts
On both sides: Remove: - the steering ball joint nut using tool T.Av. 476,

29

Remove the lower bolt securing the bottom of the shock absorber and take out the driveshaft.

91691S 85965-1R

the upper bolt securing the bottom of the shock absorber.

Take care not to damage the gaiters during this operation.

These vehicles have bonded driveshafts which, therefore, must be pushed back using tool T.Av. 1050-02.

REFITTING

NOTE: The Parts Department now supplies driveshafts equipped with protectors and supplied with fitting instructions which MUST be followed to ensure correct assembly with the highest degree of QUALITY. The slightest knock on the gaiters will damage them sooner or later and lead to destruction of the driveshaft.

91750R1

29-3

DRIVESHAFTS Driveshafts ESSENTIAL FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

29

DI2905

29-4

DRIVESHAFTS Driveshafts
Never remove the cardboard protectors until the very end of the refitting operation.

29

On the left hand side Remove the plastic protector from the gaiter and engage the driveshaft keeping it as horizontal as possible.

91630R

85677S

Never use a sharp instrument as this could damage the gaiters.

91629R

29-5

DRIVESHAFTS Driveshafts
On the right hand side With the protector fitted, smear the driveshaft splines at the gearbox end with MOLYKOTE BR2 grease. Position the driveshaft in relation to the sun wheel and insert it. Check its position using the angled drift from tool B.Vi. 31-01. Fit two new rollpins using tool B.Vi. 31-01. Seal the pin holes using RHODOSEAL 5661.
NOTE: the inlet chamfers on the sun wheels make it easier to fit new rollpins.

29

On both sides Coat the stub axle splines with Loctite SCELBLOC.

91749S

Engage the driveshaft stub axle in the hub.

91691R 74937-4S

29-6

DRIVESHAFTS Driveshafts
On the left hand side

29

Clean the area where the gaiter bears against the gearbox, re-fasten the gaiter and the plate. Keep the gaiter as horizontal as possible and torque tighten the three bolts.

91691-1S

Re-secure: - the two bolts for the bottom of the shock absorber to the stub able carrier and torque tighten them, - the steering ball joint and torque tighten its nut. Torque tighten the driveshaft nut using tool Rou. 604-01.
85678R

85876-1R

29-7

DRIVESHAFTS Driveshafts
On both sides Fit the brake calipers, coat the bolts with Loctite FRENBLOC and torque tighten them. Put the vehicle back on its wheels.

29

With the vehicle on its wheels, remove the cardboard protectors, tearing them as shown in the diagram.

91693R

91633S

Never use a sharp instrument as this could damage the gaiter.

91631S

91632R

Press on the brake pedal several times so that the piston makes contact with the shoes. If the left hand driveshaft is being changed, top up the oil in the gearbox.

29-8

Joint GE 86

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end

29

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

T. Av. T. Av. T. Av.

537 -02 GE 86 expander 1168 CAILLAU click collar tool 1256 OETIKER collar crimping tool

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Bell-shaped stub axle Retaining star plate Spider Shaft yoke Retaining collar Rubber gaiter Retaining collar

DISMANTLING

Remove the existing collars taking care not to damage the grooves in the bell-shaped stub axle.

88578R

88638S

29-9

Joint GE 86

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end


REASSEMBLING

29

Remove as much grease as possible. Free the bell-shaped stub axle from the driveshaft by raising the star plate arms (2) one by one.

Expander tool TAv. 537-02 must be used when refitting the GE 86 gaiter.

74650R

DO NOT TWIST THE STAR PLATE ARMS.

78411R

Retain the thrust ball, spring and shim under the ball joint (B). NOTE: the thickness of the shim under the ball joint is adapted to the original clearance. This shim must be retained and reused on reassembly.

Hold the driveshaft at a convenient angle in a vice fitted with soft jaws. Fit the expander on the end of the yoke (if it will not fit, deburr the inside of the cylindrical section of the tool with emery cloth).

88579R 78408-1R

Remove all traces of grease.

29-10

Joint GE 86

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end

29

It is essential to make sure that there are no sharp edges on yoke (A) (deburr lightly with emery cloth if necessary). Carefully and generously lubricate the following with clean engine oil: - the whole expander (stems and centre), - inside the gaiter and in particular the neck. Place a thumb over the bottom hole, pour some oil into the gaiter and spread it round the inside.

Wrap a piece of clean rag round one hand and grip the gaiter so that the first fold will stretch when it is slid on.

Incorrect

Correct

80040

78409G

Lean against the edge of the vice.


80158S

Place one hand over the other and pull taking care that the first fold does not double back. Pull the gaiter as close as possible to the cylindrical section of the expander and then let it return halfway. Repeat this operation several times (maximum 5 times ) to make the rubber of the gaiter more pliable (relubricate the stems during the operation if necessary).

Slip the gaiter over the end of the expander.

78410S

29-11

Joint GE 86

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end

29

When the gaiter slides more freely, with one continuous pull, fit the gaiter on the cylindrical section of the expander.

Insert the driveshaft yoke in the bell-shaped stub axle. Tilt the shaft to fit one arm of the retaining star plate in a slot in the yoke and press in to locate it correctly.

78412-2S

Fit the spring and thrust ball in the spider. Move the roller cages towards the centre. Position retaining star plate (2) so that each arm is central between each spider trunnion.

74653S

74652R

29-12

Joint GE 86

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end

29

The other two arms may be fitted easily by using, for example, a screwdriver with the tip ground as shown A = 5 mm B = 3 mm Ensure that each arm of the retaining star plate is located in its slot. Tilt the shaft in the plane of one of the star plate arms and the ball joint will be freed under the action of the spring.

88668S

74697R

Insert the shim under the top of the ball joint (the shim should not project above the top of the ball joint).

29-13

Joint GE 86

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end

29

Check the operation of the spider coupling by hand. No tight spots should be apparent. Distribute the sachet of grease evenly between the gaiter and the bell-shaped stub axle. NOTE: make sure that you use the amount of grease specified in the "Consumables" section. Position the gaiter lips in their grooves in the stub axle and driveshaft.
88601R

Correct

Incorrect

88578S 88639R

Insert a smooth round-edged piece of rod between the gaiter and the stub axle to restrict the amount of air inside. Fit the collars and tighten them using tool T. Av. 1034.

29-14

Joint AC 1700

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end

29

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

T. Av. T. Av.

1168 1256

CAILLAU click collar tool OETIKER collar crimping tool

A driveshaft can be partially repaired at the wheel end: - a coupling change, - a gaiter change.

6-BALL COUPLING AT THE WHEEL END

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A

Bell-shaped stub axle Balls Ball cage Retaining ring Driveshaft Gaiter Ball hub ABS crown wheel (option)
REASSEMBLING

78616R

Slide onto the shaft: - the small collar, - gaiter (3). Slide the ball coupling (1) complete with retaining ring (new) onto the shaft splines until the retaining ring locates in the shaft groove (B).

98824R

DISMANTLING

Cut the clip and gaiter all the way along. Remove as much grease as possible. Spread retaining ring (7) and tap the exposed face of ball hub (5) at the same time. Separate the coupling from the shaft.
78615R2

29-15

Joint AC 1700

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end


Spread the sachet of grease round inside the gaiter and the bell-shaped stub axle. NOTE: it is essential to use the amount of grease specified in the "Consumables" section. Position the lips of the gaiter in the grooves in the bell-shaped stub axle (1) and the driveshaft (2).

29

98824R

Fit the collars and tighten them using the tool which corresponds to the type of collars supplied in the kit (click CAILLAU or OETIKER).

29-16

Joints AC 1700 and GE 86

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end

29

OETIKER COLLAR

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

T.Av. 1256

OETIKER collar crimping tool

96048S

POSITION 1 - Pre-crimping and positioning of the collar

DI2901

Fit connecting rod (A) in the lower notch and close the tool fully. The pre-crimped collar slides onto the gaiter and can be positioned.

POSITION 2 - Crimping

DI2902

Fit connecting rod (A) in the upper notch and close the tool fully.

29-17

Joints AC 1700 and GE 86

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at wheel end

29

CAILLAU CLICK COLLAR

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

T.Av. 1168

CAILLAU click collar tool

DI2903

93039R

93040S

NOTE: CAILLAU click type collars cannot be re-used.

29-18

Joint RC 490

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at gearbox end

29

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

T.Av. 1034

Driveshaft collar crimping tool

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Yoke Spider Metal cover Rubber gaiter Retaining collar Driveshaft Metal insert

Cut the retaining collar and gaiter along its entire length.

92045S

Remove as much grease as possible.


92303R

Remove the metal cover.

DISMANTLING

Uncrimp the three points on the cover using pliers.

92046S

92044S

29-19

Joint RC 490

DRIVESHAFT Gaiter at gearbox end

29

Remove the yoke.

Never use thinners to clean the component parts. On the press, extract the spider, using a stripping extractor for support.

89145S

NOTE: as the yoke is not fitted with an antiseparation pate, it can be removed without force. Do not remove the roller cages from their respective trunnions since the cages and rollers are matched and must never be mixed. Remove the circlips (depending on vehicle model).
REASSEMBLY
90388S

Grease the driveshaft and slide on: - the new retaining collar, - rubber gaiter (4) with metal insert (7) and metal cover (3).

90387S

92048-1R

29-20

Joint RC 490

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at gearbox end

29

Fit the spider onto the splined shaft.

Spread the contents of the sachet of grease inside the gaiter and the yoke. NOTE: it is essential to use the amount of grease specified in the "Consumables" section. Position: - the gaiter and its metal insert in the metal cover, - the metal cover, sliding it on until the guide plate is flush with the yoke. In this position, crimp three points in the locations provided for this on the guide plate.

90389S

Refit the retaining circlips or make 3 crimping points 120 apart, pushing back the metal on the driveshaft splines.

92050S

Insert a smooth rod with a rounded end between the gaiter and the shaft to restrict the amount of air inside.

90391S

Grease the yoke and engage it on the spider assembly.

29-21

Joint RC 490

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at gearbox end

29

92051R

88601R

Lengthen or shorten the coupling until dimension A = 156 1 mm is obtained (distance measured between the end of the gaiter and the matched face, with largest diameter, of the yoke). In this position, remove the rod. Fit the collar on the gaiter and tighten it using tool T.Av. 1034.

92052R

29-22

Joint GI 62

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at gearbox end

29

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Yoke Spider Metal cover Retaining spring Rubber gaiter Retaining collar Driveshaft

Using a pair of pliers, raise each end of the antiseparation plate (C), then remove the yoke.

88648R

74655R

DISMANTLING

Cut the crimped collar and the gaiter along its entire length. Remove as much grease as possible.

Do not remove the roller cages from their respective trunnions since the cages and rollers are matched and must never be mixed. Never use thinners to clean the component parts. Remove the circlips depending on the type of assembly.

75936-1S1

90387S

29-23

Joint GI 62

DRIVESHAFTS gaiter at gearbox end

29

Extract the spider in a press, using a stripping extractor for support.

Refit the retaining circlips or make 3 crimping points 120 apart, pushing back the metal on the driveshaft splines. NOTE: it is essential to use the amount of grease specified in the "Consumables" section.

90388S

REASSEMBLING

Lubricate the driveshaft and slide on the new retaining clip and gaiter. Fit the spider onto the splined shaft.

90391S

Insert a 2.5 mm wedge (B), made as shown in the sketch, between the anti-separation plate and yoke.

90389S

75434-1R

29-24

Joint GI 62

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter at gearbox end

29

Carefully tap the anti-separation plate into its original position with a bronze drift, then remove wedge (B).

Insert a smooth round-ended piece of rod between the gaiter and yoke so as to restrict the amount of air retained inside the coupling. Lengthen or shorten the coupling to obtain dimension A = 153,5 1 mm (dimension measured between the gaiter end face and the largest diameter machined face on the yoke).

74867R

Locate the gaiter lips in the groove on the driveshaft and on the metal cover.
90390R

In this position, remove the rod and fit the retaining collar. Tighten it using tool T. Av. 1034.

75434-1S

88601R

29-25

Joint GI 69

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter - bearing assembly

29

ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

T.Av. 944

Mandrel for fitting bearing to shaft

REMOVAL

Never use thinners for cleaning component parts. Remove the circlip depending on the type of assembly.

90388S

Remove the gaiter and bearing assembly in the same way as the spider.

90387S

Remove the spider, on the press, using an extractor for support.

85933S

29-26

Joint GI 69

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter - bearing assembly

29

REFITTING

For it to be in its correct position on the shaft, the bearing must be inserted until dimension L = 148,5 mm is obtained between the front section of the bearing and the end of the shaft. This dimension is obtained when the end of tool T.Av. 944 is flush with the end of the shaft.

86197S

85884-1R1

The bearing is fitted with a lip seal. To avoid distortion and consequent leakage, it must never be driven in with a hammer. Fit it on the press so as to apply a gradual pressure.

29-27

Joint GI 69

DRIVESHAFTS Gaiter - bearing assembly


Furthermore, secure the driveshaft on the press via its groove (G) using an extractor to avoid damaging the coupling at the wheel end.

29

86198R

Refit the spider on the splined shafts and refit the retaining clrclips (depending on the type of assembly).

29-28

You might also like