1999 TJ has a fluttering / clacking sound in drive and sometimes in park

I don't recall the dipstick tube having anything more than a friction fit. I sure don't believe there's an e-torx involved.
H_E_H said:
Shift linkage is off! Now the dipstick tube must be removed - from what i understand and observe, it's an e-torx bolt that must be approached from the engine compartment. Need to get the proper tool for this.
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If you're talking about what holds the upper part of the tube to the tub it should be nothing more than a standard 3/8-16 hex nut. The only e-torx on the transmission is one E-12 that is one of the bolts that hold the transmission to the engine.
 
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Jerry Bransford said:
I don't recall the dipstick tube having anything more than a friction fit. I sure don't believe there's an e-torx involved.

If you're talking about what holds the upper part of the tube to the tub it should be nothing more than a standard 3/8-16 hex nut. The only e-torx on the transmission is one E-12 that is one of the bolts that hold the transmission to the engine.
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Jerry, thank you for confirming! The dipstick tube does appear nothing more than friction fit - that's exactly what I saw while filming down there with my phone to get a better understanding. I did find the E-12 e-torx while filming with my phone, too! By thew, I just paid for a membership here. Really appreciate everybody's help and patience with me! LOL


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H_E_H said:
Shift linkage is off! Now the dipstick tube must be removed - from what i understand and observe, it's an e-torx bolt that must be approached from the engine compartment. Need to get the proper tool for this.
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Maybe maybe not. I had no e-torx on my transmission. Also take note of the exact positioning & depth of your dipstick. Mine has never gone back to how it was before I messed with it, and now it won't bolt up to the bell housing AND it leaks like a sieve unless I use a gallon of The Right Stuff. I would say put a band of tape around the tube exactly where it meets the trans case so you'll have a reference point.
 
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Okay, the new bunt cake torque converter is installed! I've a few questions:
I've seen a video stating I'll need to grease the hub (see pic.) Do you all recommend I apply grease?
Also, the symbol aligns to what on the flexplate? Thanks in advance, Guys.

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