B28, B280 Engines

NOTE:
- Installation of the transmission (for B 28 and B 280 engines) is described below. The procedure is generally applicable to other engine types.
- In all cases, however, care must be taken to ensure that the distributor cover, connectors and hoses do not become jammed between the rear of the engine and the bulkhead.
- Special tools: 5244, 5972.
- Use universal fixture 5972 to install automatic transmission. Ensure that center of gravity of unit is located at center of fixture.
- Use socket 5244 to install propeller shaft.

Position Of Torque Converter:

1. Check position of torque converter.
- Place steel rule against converter housing. Measure distance between rule and converter mounting lugs. Permissible clearance:
AW70/71: 16.2-19.6 mm
AW72L: 15.5 mm
- Coat torque converter guide and mating hole in crankshaft with a little grease.

Fixture 5972 Positioning:

2. Use fixture 5972 to align transmission and engine.
- Use exhaust pipe bracket mounting (A) as Support for fixture.
- Ensure that torque converter housing is in firm contact with bell housing.
- Adjust plate between starter motor and torque converter housing, and insert starter motor bolts. Insert two lower bolts in housing.
3. Install fluid filler tube.
- First, place tube in position against sump without tightening nut.
- Attach tube bracket and insert two upper bolts in torque converter housing.
- Tighten filler tube nut. Torque: 80-100 Nm (59-74 ft.lb)
4. Remove Fixture 5972.

Fixture 5972 Positioning:

- Tighten exhaust pipe bracket mounting nuts (A).
- Insert carrier plate bolts and tighten alternately. Torque: 41-50 Nm (30-37 ft.lb)
5. Install remainder of components removed when dismantling. Refer to operation step number 4 in "Removal". B28, B280 Engines

Gear Selector Adjustment:

NOTE: Move gear selector lever to position P before reconnecting control rod.

6. Adjust gear selector mechanism. Refer to step "Adjustment Of Clearance". Adjustments

Solenoid Valve Lead:

7. Secure and connect solenoid valve lead. (Applies only to gearbox with kickdown inhibitor).
8. Connect and adjust kickdown cable. refer to "Installation". Service and Repair
9. Fill unit with transmission fluid. Refer to "Fluid, Replacement" Service and Repair
10. Clean oil cooler. Refer to "Oil System, Cleaning".
11. Check operation of transmission.