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Old 10-14-2013, 03:40 PM
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I'm having some transmission issues and was thinking about swapping out the 5sp to a auto. Has anyone tackled this project and if so what do I need to find parts wise? 98 xj sport.
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Why would you swap to a slushbox? What issues are you having?

You need the AW4, torque converter, possibly a new transfer case or input gear, fly wheel, shifter, linkage, console plate, PCM/ECU, TCU, and wiring harness.
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Auto is the only way to wheel.

Should change right over without too much hassel.
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Would be easier to sell yours and buy an auto Cherokee if you really want a slushbox. Probably get money out of the deal too as 5spds generally sell for more.
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Why would you swap to a slushbox? What issues are you having?

You need the AW4, torque converter, possibly a new transfer case or input gear, fly wheel, shifter, linkage, console plate, PCM/ECU, TCU, and wiring harness.
And Driveshaft.
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And Driveshaft.
Oh yes, that's right. Both driveshafts
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well the problem is the clutch. Ive installed a rebuilt ax15 and now having a lot of clutch noise squealing when applying pedal. I removed the trans last Friday and found that the clutch throw out bearing was jacked up. So I proceed to warranty replace the clutch kit and reinstalled. No noise till I drove about 30 miles then the same symptoms apply pedal and it squeals not pressed all the way down just about the first 3/4in of travel is when the noise starts..
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Originally Posted by Jtabor24
well the problem is the clutch. Ive installed a rebuilt ax15 and now having a lot of clutch noise squealing when applying pedal. I removed the trans last Friday and found that the clutch throw out bearing was jacked up. So I proceed to warranty replace the clutch kit and reinstalled. No noise till I drove about 30 miles then the same symptoms apply pedal and it squeals not pressed all the way down just about the first 3/4in of travel is when the noise starts..
Flywheel may need resurfaced.
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