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Fig. 8 Pressing Tool Installed
22.
23.
24.
25.

Compress the D-Clutch piston retainer assembly and remove the snap ring.
Remove the pressing tool and place the transmission back onto the work bench.
Remove the D-Clutch piston retainer, piston, and belleville spring.
Remove the gear train assembly (annulus gear 3, B-clutch discs and hub, and input
shaft assembly) by lifting upwards on the input shaft. See (Fig. 9). Do not lift the
assembly by the hub as this will disengage the hub assembly from the B-Clutch clutch
pack.

Fig. 9 Gear Train Assembly
26.
27.
28.
29.

Remove the D-Clutch clutch pack (plates and fibers).
Remove the C-Clutch clutch pack selectable snap ring.
Remove the C-Clutch clutch pack (plates and fibers).
Install adapter plate 10504 over the C-Clutch belleville spring.

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30. Properly support the transmission assembly into the arbor press and install pressing
tool 8901A (with the pressure scale removed) and pressing tool adapter 10428 on top
of the 10504 adapter plate.
31. Compress the belleville spring to allow removal of the C-Clutch snap ring.
32. Remove the C-Clutch snap ring and discard.
33. Remove and discard all differential seals from the transmission housing and
bellhousing.
CAUTION: The work area, counter surfaces, and tools must be thoroughly cleaned
before attempting to assemble the transmission. All of the sub
assemblies should be cleaned and assembled with new sealing
components where applicable.
NOTE: The new C-Clutch snap ring will be installed with the opening in a different
position from the original.
34. Install the new snap ring with the opening rotated 90 degrees counter clockwise from
the original snap ring location. See (Fig. 10) and (Fig. 11).

Fig. 10 Snap Ring Orientation
1 - Original snap ring opening installation location
2 - New snap ring opening installation location

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Fig. 11 New Snap Ring Installed
35. Release pressure on the press and remove the pressing tool and adapter to release
the belleville spring.
36. Verify the new snap ring is properly seated in the groove.
37. Install the C-Clutch clutch pack (plates and fibers) and install the selectable snap ring
into the case.
NOTE: The #8 Needle Thrust Bearing may still be attached to the bottom of the gear
train hub assembly removed in Step #25. Remove the bearing before
installation of the hub assembly.
38. Verify the #8 Needle Thrust Bearing is properly oriented on the Oil Feed Bushing in
the bottom of the case. See (Fig. 12).

Fig. 12 Thrust Bearing Properly Installed
39. Install D-Clutch clutch pack (plates and fibers).

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NOTE: Ensure that the friction plate tabs for the C and D clutch packs are aligned to
help with proper installation of the gear train assembly.
NOTE: A solid audible clunk will be heard if installed correctly.
40. While not allowing the input shaft to slip inward, wriggle the gear train assembly until it
is properly engaged into the C and D-Clutch discs. See (Fig. 13) for proper gear train
assembly installation.

Fig. 13 Gear Train Assembly Properly Seated
1 - D-Clutch hub slightly protruding below D-Clutch clutch pack.

NOTE: Closely inspect the D-Clutch piston and piston retainer O-ring seals for
damage prior to installation.
41. Install the D-Clutch belleville spring, D-Clutch piston, and D-Clutch piston retainer
assembly.
42. With the transmission properly supported in a suitable arbor press, install pressing tool
8901A and pressing tool adapters (10428).
43. Compress the D-Clutch piston retainer until the snap ring grove is exposed.
44. Install the D- Clutch piston retainer snap ring.
45. Remove the pressing tool and remove the transmission from the arbor press.
46. Install the Gear 3 Annulus and Carrier Gear assembly. See (Fig. 14).

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Fig. 14 Gear 3 Annulus Gear Assembly
47. Install the Gear 4 Annulus and Planetary Pinion Carrier assembly. See (Fig. 15).

Fig. 15 Gear 4 Planetary Pinion Carrier Assembly
48. At the bellhousing assembly, remove bolt #2 taking care not to allow the OPSA and
E-clutch assembly drop away from the bellhousing. See (Fig. 16).

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Fig. 16 OPSA Retaining Bolt
1 - OPSA retaining bolt #2

49. Separate the OPSA from the E-Clutch and bell housing and install onto the Planetary
Pinion Carrier assembly making sure the lower gear teeth are properly meshed with
the pinion carrier and transfer tube orifices are properly aligned. See (Fig. 17) and
(Fig. 18).

Fig. 17 OPSA To Carrier Installation
1 - Verify lower OPSA gear teeth are properly meshed.

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Fig. 18 OPSA Fluid Adapter Tube Orifice Orientation
1 - Transmission Fluid Adapter Tube Orifices

50. Remove the E-Clutch clutch pack and hub from the bell housing and while holding the
clutch friction discs and fibers in place inside of the hub, install assembly onto the
OPSA. See (Fig. 19) and (Fig. 20).

Fig. 19 E Clutch And Hub Installation

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Fig. 20 E Clutch And Hub Properly Seated
51. Install the transfer gear assembly.
52. Install the differential gear assembly.
53. Ensure that the transmission fluid port seal is properly installed into the transmission
housing before installing the bellhousing. See (Fig. 21).

Fig. 21 Transmission Fluid Port Seal
54. Install the bellhousing gasket.
55. Carefully lower the bellhousing onto the transmission case. It may be necessary to
rotate the OPSA/E-Clutch assembly slightly to assure proper guide pin alignment into
the bellhousing during installation. See (Fig. 22) for proper final alignement.

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Fig. 22 OPSA To Bellhousing Properly Aligned
1 - Fluid Adapter Tube Orifices Properly Aligned

56. Engage the guide pins in the transmission housing into the receptacle holes in the
bellhousing to assure proper alignment.
57. Install the bellhousing to transmission housing bolts and hand tighten.
58. Install the inner bellhousing bolts and torque, in sequence, to 29 Nm (21 ft. lbs.). See
(Fig. 23).

Fig. 23 Inner Bellhousing Bolt Torque Sequence
59. Torque all remaining bellhousing to transmission case bolts, in sequence, to 29 Nm
(21 ft. lbs.). See (Fig. 24).

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Fig. 24 Transmission Case Bolt Torque Sequence
NOTE: When the internal components are properly installed and transmission case
is torqued, the input shaft end play should be between 1.8 mm to 7.6 mm
(0.07 in. to 0.32 in.) and should be able to be rotated with some resistance.
60. Install the 6 valve body fluid adapter tubes, using new O-rings, into the transmission.
Ensure the 2 oblong adapter tubes are properly oriented. See (Fig. 25).

Fig. 25 Transmission Fluid Adapter Tube Orientation
61. Install the 2 larger fluid transfer tubes into the valve body.
62. Place the valve body over the transmission and install the TRS and speed sensor.
Torque retainer bolts to 6.5 Nm (5 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: Care must be taken when installing the valve body to avoid damaging the
TRS and speed sensor wiring harness.

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63. Align the valve body over the fluid adapter tubes and, while guiding the manual lever
cam into the slot on the manual valve, firmly press the valve body into place.
64. Install the valve body retaining bolts and torque, in sequence, to 11Nm (8 ft. lbs.). See
(Fig. 26).

Fig. 26 Valve Body Retaining Bolt Torque Sequence
NOTE: A light coating of assembly lube can be applied to the O-ring seals of the
valve body wiring harness electrical connector to ease installation.
65. Place the valve body cover over the valve body and press the harness connector into
the cover until the retainer clip groove is exposed.
66. Install the electrical harness connector retaining clip.
67. Install the valve body fluid cover and torque the retaining bolts to 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.)
68. Install the transmission. Refer to detailed installation instructions in
DealerCONNECT/TechCONNECT Service Information Section 21 - Transmission and
Transfer Case> Automatic - 948TE> Installation> FWD, AWD/4WD.
69. Fill the transmission to the proper fluid level. Refer to detailed filling instructions in
DealerCONNECT/TechCONNECT Service Information Section 21 - Transmission and
Transfer Case> Automatic - 948TE> Fluid and Filter> Standard Procedure> Fluid
Level Check.
70. Is your vehicle a 2014 KL?
a. Yes>>> Perform the 9 speed Adaptation Drive Learn procedure. Refer to all
applicable published service bulletins regarding the adaptation drive learn for
detailed procedures and labor times. Proceed to Step #79.
b. No>>> Proceed to Step #71.
71. Start the engine and monitor the transmission temperature on the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC).
72. With the vehicle located in a suitable area, allow the transmission to warm up to
minimum of 60°C (140°F) by performing the following steps:
a. Apply the service brake.
b. Shift Transmission from Park to Reverse.
c. Shift Transmission from Reverse to Drive.
d. Accelerate the vehicle to minimum of 45 mph to allow the transmission to cycle
through each gear.

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e. Continue to drive the vehicle until the transmission temperature reaches 60°C
(140°F).
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with the start/stop feature (sales code XBU) it must
be disabled prior to performing this procedure. To disable, press the on/off
switch located on the center switch bank near the HVAC controls.
73. Connect wiTECH diagnostic scan too to the vehicle.
74. Check for active TCM DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes). Do not perform the Quick
Learn procedure if TCM DTCs are present. Repair transmission as required.
75. Select the TCM module in wiTECH.
76. Select the “Misc Functions” tab.
NOTE: If the “Quick Learn” option does not appear on wiTECH and both the TCM
and PCM were just updated, restart the wiTECH application which should
now be populated with the “Quick Learn” option.
77. Select the “Quick Learn” procedure, and follow the on-screen instructions to reset and
learn the clutch adaptive values.
78. Shift the transmission into Park and shut off the engine. Proceed to Step #79.
79. Procedure complete.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

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TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor
Operation
No:

Description

Skill Category

Amount

21-00-04-95

Snap Ring, Transmission
C-Clutch - Replace
(2.4L KL Only Includes
Transmission Removal And
Installation)
(3 - Highly Skilled)

2 - Automatic Transmission

** 6.5 Hrs **

21-00-04-96

Snap Ring, Transmission
C-Clutch - Replace
(3.2L KL Only Includes
Transmission Removal And
Installation)
(3 - Highly Skilled)

2 - Automatic Transmission

** 6.6 Hrs **

21-00-04-97

Snap Ring, Transmission
C-Clutch - Replace
(2.4L UF Only Includes
Transmission Removal And
Installation)
(3 - Highly Skilled)

2 - Automatic Transmission

** 7.7Hrs **

9-Spd 948TE Transmission
Quick Learn Procedure

2 - Automatic Transmission

0.4 Hrs

21-00-04-63

All-Wheel Drive Equipped
(3.2L Equipped)

2 - Automatic Transmission

1.5 Hrs

21-00-04-66

All-Wheel Drive Equipped
(2.4L Equipped)

2 - Automatic Transmission

3.2 Hrs

21-00-04-67

Skid Plate Equipped

2 - Automatic Transmission

0.4 Hrs

Related Op.
21-00-04-50
Opt. Equip.

FAILURE CODE:
ZZ

Service Action