Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) 47RE band adjustment?

[TMoran]

Should the 47RE on my 2001 2500 have its bands adjusted? If so what does that do. I have 138,000 miles and as second owner I can't be sure the 47 is original. [I am pulling 12,ooo pounds and have a double pan. ] PapaTom

 

[JCutter]

It would be a good idea to change the fluids with that many miles and if you just got it. That way you can see whats in you pan. It wouldnt hurt to adjust them while your in there either.



I would.

 

[JLandry]

Should the 47RE on my 2001 2500 have its bands adjusted?

Yes.



Per the factory service manual, the transmission fluid should be drained, the filter replaced, and the bands adjusted every 30,000 miles under normal operating conditions. Under severe operating conditions such as trailer towing or high speed driving in hot weather, the interval is every 15,000 miles.

If so what does that do.

It helps the transmission continue to shift properly as material wears from bands. Severely neglected band adjustment can result in delayed shifts or even complete lack of shifting.



Best regards,



John L.

 

[ceastmen]

Band Adjustment

Are there any how to articles on this for the 47RE?

 

[JLandry]

Are there any how to articles on this for the 47RE?

The FACTORY SERVICE MANUAL has all the info you need.



John L.

 

[ceastmen]

Thanks for the information!

 

[LNaugle]

I recomend not backing off 2 complete turns... . more like 1. 5-1. 75... .

 

[FourBarR]

If your going to do this make sure you have an inch pound torque wrench. torques are required to get it right.

 

[Joe Mc]

FWIW - go by the book as far as setting the bands after reaching correct "inch pounds".

 

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