Common questions

Where to install a torque converter clutch solenoid?

Where to install a torque converter clutch solenoid?

1. Install jumper wire in place of the trans relay in the Power Distribution Center (black box behind driver side battery) as shown in diagram below. This jumper wire will supply 12 volt positive to the transmission torque converter clutch solenoid. This jumper will be electrically hot thus it should be installed so as not to short against ground.

What to do if torque converter lockup is not disconnected?

Use makes vehicle drive like a manual transmission in 4thgear such that vehicle may/will stall at low speeds/stops if lockup is not disconnected. Install ground wire from the pin 54 orange wire with black stripe to a switch or relay such that the ground source can be turned on and off.

Where is the lockup clutch in a transmission converter?

To prevent slipping at certain speeds (normally speeds exceeding 37 mph) a lockup clutch located inside the converter locks the engine’s output drive to the transmission’s input shaft to achieve a 1:1 ratio – meaning 100% of the engine’s power is now reaching the transmission.

How to tell if your Dodge Ram has a bad torque converter?

Before trying to diagnose whether your Ram has a bad torque converter, you’ll want to drive to let the transmission warm up to its normal operating temperature. It takes a bit longer for the transmission to warm up than the engine. Give it a few extra minutes after the engine warms up all the way.

What to do if you lose Overdrive and lockup solenoid?

Common problem with 47RE & 48RE transmission is to lose Overdrive {4th} gear or Lockup of torque converter To replace this solenoid you must remove pan and filter. MTS recommends replacing pan and filter at the same time If you have any concern whether this part fits your vehicle, please contact us.

1. Install jumper wire in place of the trans relay in the Power Distribution Center (black box behind driver side battery) as shown in diagram below. This jumper wire will supply 12 volt positive to the transmission torque converter clutch solenoid. This jumper will be electrically hot thus it should be installed so as not to short against ground.

Use makes vehicle drive like a manual transmission in 4thgear such that vehicle may/will stall at low speeds/stops if lockup is not disconnected. Install ground wire from the pin 54 orange wire with black stripe to a switch or relay such that the ground source can be turned on and off.

Before trying to diagnose whether your Ram has a bad torque converter, you’ll want to drive to let the transmission warm up to its normal operating temperature. It takes a bit longer for the transmission to warm up than the engine. Give it a few extra minutes after the engine warms up all the way.

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