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Old 02-17-2010, 08:59 AM
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Transmission Question??

I scheduled an appointment with the local Dodge Dealership to have my transmission serviced on my 06 Man Van, (48re). They offered the standard flush, which I anticipated, then said that they can also drop the pan, change the filter and get this, ADJUST THE BANDS. Now, I might be wrong, so here is the question. I thought that the 4 speed in my truck was solenoid activated and did not have bands in it at all? Am I correct in this statement.
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Yes they have bands and yes they can be adjusted..
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I have an '06 3500 5.9. Over the last few days I have noticed the transmission occasionally doesn't seem to want to upshift normally. It hesitates, requiring a higher than usual engine RPM to encourage the upshift. Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

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You don't need it flushed unless you burnt the fluid. Just have them drop the pan install a new filter and refill it, about 6.5 qts of ATF. Every time the trans is serviced, install a new filter they cost $20. or less an its a requirement, but you don't need the bands adjusted at every service. I've had Dodge service managers agree band adjustment is not needed at service unless its slipping.
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