Transmission Diagnostics & Repair
Common Transmission Problems, Diagnostics and Repair Procedures
Technical guides on automatic transmission diagnostics, repair procedures, component testing, failure analysis, and service methods for transmission specialists, rebuilders, parts suppliers, and repair professionals.
Transmission general data
The 4-speed automatic gearboxes RC4A-EL for RWD and AWD vehicles with engines 1.6 – 3 lit. were designed in 1999 for Mazda and Nissan on a Japanese market. It was frequently installed on RWD models Isuzu and Suzuki.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type4ATRWD/AWD3008,7AT-Matic J
Technical issues and repair guidelines
Old cars with the mileage higher than 150 thousand kilometers commonly get some linehaul external filter cut in the oil cooling line by specialists in order to refine quickly contaminating oil and protect solenoids and the valve body. After travelling more than 200 thousand kilometers, it is necessary to repair the torque converter for saving the pump and the bushing. This transmission is quite rare and reliable unit, for which it is necessary to change fluid and monitor conditions of gaskets and seals on a timely basis. It is a common case to order solenoids and sometimes repair kits of gaskets and seals for major repairs of this transmission.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineChevrolet/GMCOLORADO04-114 SP R/4WDL4 2.4L 2.8L 3.0LIsuzuADVENTURE MASTER03-074 SP RWDL4 3.0LIsuzuD-MAX02-134 SP RWDL4 3.0LIsuzuGRAND ADVENTURE00-034 SP RWDL4 3.0LIsuzuMU-X13-164 SP 4WDL4 3.0LIsuzuSPACE CAB00-034 SP RWDL4 3.0LMazdaBONGO99-164 SP R/4WDL4 1.8L 2.0LSantana300/35005-084 SP RWDL4 1.6LSuzukiVITARA00-054 SP RWDL4 1.6L
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Transmission general data
The 4-speed automatic transmission RE4R01A\B (medium-duty class) RL4R01A (JR402A) found application in RWD and 4WD vehicles (Pathfinder, PickUp X-Terra) with engine capacity from 2 up to 4.5 liters. This gearbox rarely fails and traditionally is considered to be an “invincible” RWD transmission. The RE4R01A\B transmission was produced by Jatco-Nissan in 1987. The design of
this transmission was updated several times and as a result it got an
electronic control unit (and letter Е in its name instead of hydraulic "L" -
RL4R01A). All these modifications have the same structural design and
differ in only in some spare parts.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type4ATRWD/AWD6,93,1Matic-D
Technical issues and repair guidelines
The overhaul of this transmission is commonly performed after running 250-400 thousand kilometers. Well-timed and correct reassembly of this system adds a significant resource to the whole unit. In the course of reassembly, it is required to clean the valve body and fix the worn-out torque converter. Another measure is to check and replace spare parts - gaskets, rings, friction components.The package High typically is the first to get burnt. The kit of gaskets and seals (Overhaul kit) is a common order for the overhaul procedure.
Each repair of the "old" RE4R01A involves replacement of the following components:
- Brake band Overdrive 37 mm (Low-Reverse)
- Set of 4 solenoids (together with replacement of the torque converter spare parts).
The first hard part to exhaust its solid resource is the assembled planetary gear (Rear-Front) and burning High package. Worn solenoids cause insufficient oil pressure almost unnoticeable while driving, but results in wearout of all bushings and burning of friction components.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineFordEVEREST03-154 SP R/4WDL4 2.5LInfinitiJ3092-974 SP RWDV6 3.0LInfinitiM3090-924 SP RWDV6 3.0LInfinitiQX497-034 SP 4WDV6 3.3L 3.5L
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Transmission general data
The 4-speed JF405E automatic transmission with the east-west mounting (its forerunner is JF402E) was produced by Jatco in 2000 for the mini cars of the Korean FWD family Hyundai-Kia-Daewoo. The JF405E is used on FWD cars Daewoo / Chevrolet, Kia and Hyundai with the engine capacity up to 1.1 liters. The most common models to be found in repair services are Daewoo Matiz and Kia Picanto.In terms of design, this automatic transmission is related to the 4-speed SR410 (SR412, SR413) designed by Jatco in 1998, on order of Suzuki for Wagon R, and then installed on Alto, therefore many spare parts are interchangeable.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type4ATFWD7,54JWS 3314
Technical issues and repair guidelines
The most common repair procedure for this CVT is the transmission reassembly with replacement of gaskets and seals (Overhaul kit) which are different depending on years of production – before 2003 and after 2003.The most common order this transmission is a budgetary repair kit of gaskets and seals. A standard order on the transmission reassembly also includes the kit of friction components.
Suzuki repair lies in procedures preventing oil leakages, namely the pump seal replacement. This procedure should be accompanied by the pump bushing replacement. One more required measure is the torque converter repair, which has a worn-out locking mechanism, which causes vibrations, hub heating, and damage of the pump seal.
In many cases, owners of JF405E-equipped cars with dirty valve bodies just replace EPC solenoid . This solenoid operates more intensively than others, has no pre-filter from dirt in ATF and wears out earlier. Worn-out rings are usually replaced together with the abovementioned solenoid because leakages in these rings result in lower oil pressure in packages. Old JF405E usually have problems with planetary gears (front and rear).The main pressure solenoid (EPC) is the first to get out of order in the electrical part, then comes solenoid of the torque converter lock-up.
Generally, it’s a very reliable and long-serving transmission where the major part of overhauls lies in the replacement of solenoid, replacement of the valve body, rubbers, sealing rings from the repair kit. It is also required to change the friction lining of the torque converter, which is the "enemy" №1 to the cleanness of ATF and the valve body.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineChevrolet/GMSPARK03-134 SP FWDL3 0.8L 1.0LChevrolet/GMSPARK09-164 SP FWDL4 1.0LDaewooMATIZ05-154 SP FWDL3 0.8L L4 1.0LHyundaiATOZ98-144 SP FWDL4 1.1LHyundaiSANTRO00-074 SP FWDL4 1.1LKIAMORNING04-104 SP FWDL4 1.0L 1.1LKIAPICANTO06-094 SP FWDL4 1.0LKIAVISTO00-034 SP FWDL3 0.8LMaruti-SuzukiA-STAR10-144 SP FWDL3 1.0LNissan/DatsunMARCH02-064 SP FWDL4 1.0LOpel / VauxhallAGILA00-064 SP FWDL4 1.0LSuzukiALTO04-144 SP F/4WDL3 0.7LSuzukiCERVO07-104 SP F/4WDL3 0.7LSuzukiCULTUS00-034 SP FWDL4 1.3LSuzukiKEI00-104 SP FWDL3 0.7LSuzukiLAPIN02-154 SP F/4WDL3 0.7LSuzukiMR WAGON02-114 SP F/4WDL3 0.7LSuzukiPALETTE08-114 SP F/4WDL3 0.7LSuzukiWAGON R00-124 SP F/4WDL3 0.7L
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Transmission general data
The 4-speed automatic transmission JF404E of the class "mini" was produced by Jatco in 2000 for FWD vehicles with engine capacity from 1.3 up to 1.6 liters. The JF404E unit is usually installed on Nissan, Suzuki (Ignis and Wagon). This transmission was designed on the basis of SR410 (SR412) used in Suzuki Wagon R and JF405E for engines with a lower torque and related transmission of the "middle" class JF403E for engines up to 2.5 liters.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type4ATFWD1507,54Matic Fluid D
Technical issues and repair guidelines
The valve body has two modifications. The first one has 6 solenoids and higher demand on the market. Solenoids are simple “on-off” electrovalves with a ball, they operate properly during the whole service life of the transmission, even if channels are worn-out by contaminated ATF. There is also a rare modification with the angled filter and 5 solenoids (the second type of the valve body).
Vulnerabilities and repair procedures
Soft spots of old JF404E transmissions are similar to vulnerabilities of JF405E units. But the main reasons for overhauls are related to overall contamination and aging of the transmission, the torque converter wear-out, accumulation of friction dust in the valve body, wear-out of friction elements. If a driver notices problems with the gearbox at the proper time, then the repair procedure involves the valve body cleaning, solenoids washing, torque converter repair. Usually implementation of these procedures adds several years to the service life of the transmission.
When dirty valves of the valve body operate for a long period of time, then wear-out of housing channels of the valve body leads to harmful ATF overflows and necessity to change the whole valve body or more often change of the whole transmission unit. Rare overhauls lie in the gearbox reassembly and replacement of the overhaul kit – repair kit of spare parts, consisting of teflon rings, gaskets, and seals. This transmission is very reliable, not complex in the repair. When monitoring fluid cleanness, preventing a smell of burning, then the transmission will operate for many years without serious problems.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineFordLASER00-064 SP FWDL4 1.5LIsuzuGEMINI04 SP FWDL4 1.5L 1.6LNissan/DatsunALMERA00-064 SP FWDL4 1.6LNissan/DatsunNV00-064 SP FWDL4 1.5L 1.6LNissan/DatsunPULSAR00-124 SP FWDL4 1.5L 1.6L 2.0LNissan/DatsunRASHEEN00-014 SP F/4WDL4 1.5L 1.8LNissan/DatsunSENTRA00-094 SP FWDL4 1.3L 1.6L 1.8LNissan/DatsunSUNNY00-044 SP FWDL4 1.3L 1.5L 1.6L 1.8LNissan/DatsunTIIDA12-164 SP FWDL4 1.6LSeatAROSA00-044 SP FWDL4 1.4LSeatCORDOBA02-074 SP FWDL4 1.4LSeatIBIZA01-084 SP FWDL4 1.4LSkodaFABIA01-084 SP FWDL4 1.4LSuzukiIGNIS04-074 SP FWDL4 1.5LSuzukiWAGON R00-044 SP FWDL4 1.3LVolkswagenLUPO00-054 SP FWDL4 1.4LVolkswagenPOLO01-074 SP FWDL4 1.4L
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Transmission general data
The 4-speed automatic transmission RE4F04A was designed by Jatco in 1993 for 3 liter Maxima using the experience of the JF403E gearbox which was created in 1990 for Isuzu. Later this transmission was installed on other popular Nissan and Infinity models with engine capacity up to 3 liters. At the same time, another modification RE4F03A was released for lower torque from engines with the capacity up to two liters.
This family of 4-speed automatic transmissions is used on FWD vehicles with engines from 2 up to 3 liters. Experts call this gearbox
as " the 04-th Nissan", which is considered to be Jatco's achievement in terms of reliability and price.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type4ATFWD2909,54,5Nissan Matic-D
Technical issues and repair guidelines
RE4F04A is the most popular Nissan gearbox in repair services, which is called "the 4-th Nissan" according to the professional slang.
Typical repair procedures for old automatic gearboxes RE4F04\ LJ4A-EL
In addition to the common set of repair parts for reassembly of the old RE4F04A, it is required to replace the friction lining of the torque converter lockup. When using a powerful engine, the torque converter of this transmission damages its clutch coupling. The lock-up mechanism, damaged till the glue layer, clogs the valve body and gives severe vibrations on the pump shaft, damaging both the pump seal and the pump itself. The first sign of the faulty torque converter is a leaking seal.
Repair of torque converter
In these Jatco transmissions, the brake band may be considered as the spare part of the first priority. The brake band is replaced together with change of frictions in the High package. All friction elements get replaced if the car comes in the repair service with burnt fluid. Many repair parts of the JF506E transmission can be used for repair of RE4F04A. Typical problem element of this transmission is the rear planetary gear. When driving for a long period of time with worn-out torque converter and leaking pump seal, you can face the problem of worn-out pump cover bushing. Another common component to be replaced is the set of solenoids in the RE4F04 unit. Solenoids operate under different load, pair of the most extensively operating solenoids is the first to exhaust its resource from the whole block, but they are replaced altogether. High Clutch and Forward Clutch get out of order in most cases.
In general, this transmission has a significant reserve, allowing drivers to use the potential of this transmission to the fullest. It gets out of order only when the pan already contains much of metal chips and shavings. Under the condition of well-timed torque converter repair and maintenance services, this transmission can serve for incredibly long periods of time.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineFordESCAPE124 SP F/4WDL4 2.3LGEOSTORM90-934 SP FWDL4 1.6L 1.8LIsuzuIMPULSE90-924 SP FWDL4 1.8LMazdaMPV (VAN)00-024 SP F/4WDL4 2.5L V6 2.9LNissan/DatsunMAXIMA00-024 SP FWDV6 3.0L
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Transmission general data
In 2012, Jatco released the next generation of CVTs named as CVT8- JF016E to replace its best-selling JF011E. Firstly, Jatco tested CVT7-JF015E for classes "mini" and "micro" with engine capacity from 0.7 up to 1.6 liters. And when it became apparent that new features allow this gearboxes to be installed on vehicles with engines up to 1.8 liters, JF016E version was introduced for medium and premium class vehicles with engines up to 2.5 liters.
Since 2014, this CVT entered production, and completely replaced its predecessor JF011E.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type∞CVTFWD84,5CVT Fluid NS-3
Technical issues and repair guidelines
The valve body of the CVT8 unit has a reduced number of valves. The torque converter lock-up zone was expanded,allowing to improve acceleration and fuel saving characteristics, but on the other side the lock-up clutch wear-out leads to rapid contamination and necessity to repair the torque converter.
Repair procedures
During the first years after release of the series, Jatco engineers adjusted the TCM settings in such a way that they allowed loading of CVT components to the limit to attract potential buyers with enhanced acceleration dynamics. Therefore, the valve body replacement may occur during the warranty period. The design of JF016E components is very similar to the JF011E unit. Thus, it is expected that this CVT will be “invincible” on vehicles with engines up to 2.4 liters and that CVT on Nissan Murano with 3.5 liter engine will frequently appear in repair services.
During the first years of operation, repair specialists have to replace the oil filter-cartridge. This filter-cartridge is installed in the heat exchanger and maintains the "right" fluid level in the pan. Cone bearings are considered to be another vulnerable place in this CVT as in its predecessor. Bearings for the next JF017E modification were significantly improved. Problems may occur with the pump JF016E- 017E, which has fewer components in comparison with JF011, but operates as intensive as its predecessor. This CVT is also sensitive to contaminated and overheated transmission fluid.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineChevrolet/GMCITY EXPRESS14-16CVT FWDL4 2.0LDongfengMX615-16CVT FWDL4 2.0LDongfengYUMSUN15-16CVT FWDL4 2.0L 2.5LMitsubishiDELICA D:514-16CVT F/4WDL4 2.0L 2.4LMitsubishiLANCER13CVT FWDL4 1.8L 2.0L 2.4LMitsubishiOUTLANDER14-16CVT F/4WDL4 2.0L 2.4LMitsubishiRVR12-16CVT F/4WDL4 1.6L 1.8L 2.0LNissan/DatsunALTIMA12-16CVT FWDL4 2.5LNissan/DatsunELGRAND13-16CVT F/4WDL4 2.5LNissan/DatsunJUKE13-16CVT F/4WDL4 1.6LNissan/DatsunMURANO15-16CVT 4WDL4 2.5LNissan/DatsunNV20013-16CVT FWDL4 2.0LNissan/DatsunPATHFINDER13-16CVT F/4WDL4 2.5LNissan/DatsunPULSAR14-16CVT FWDL4 1.2L 1.5LNissan/DatsunQASHQAI13-16CVT F/4WDL3 1.2L L4 1.2L 2.0LNissan/DatsunROGUE13-16CVT F/4WDL4 2.0L 2.5LNissan/DatsunSYLPHY12-16CVT FWDL4 1.6L 2.0LNissan/DatsunTEANA12-16CVT F/4WDL4 2.0L 2.5L V6 2.5LNissan/DatsunTEANA VIP13-16CVT FWDL4 2.0L 2.5LNissan/DatsunTIIDA13-16CVT FWDL4 1.6LRenaultCAPTUR16CVT F/4WDL4 2.0LRenaultCLIO12-13CVT FWDL4 1.5LRenaultFLUENCE14-16CVT FWDL4 2.0LRenaultKADJAR16CVT F/4WDL4 1.2L 2.0LRenaultLAGUNA16CVT FWDL4 1.2L 1.3L 1.6L 2.0LSamsungLAGUNA16CVT FWDL4 2.0LSamsungQM516CVT FWDL4 1.6LSamsungSM316CVT FWDL4 2.0LSuzukiSX4 S-CROSS13-16CVT F/4WDL4 1.6LSuzukiVITARA15-16CVT FWDL4 1.4LVenuciaT7015-16CVT FWDL4 2.0L
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Transmission general data
In 2010, Jatco produced the next generation of CVTs named as CVT7-JF015 (RE0F11A) to replace its predecessor JF011E. In terms of design, this CVT is significantly distinct from JF011E. The JF015 unit also has the torque converter (TC), that reduces the load on shafts, planetary gear for the back run, but the primary peculiarity lies in two forward motion speeds and 3 friction clutch packages: Direct №1(Low), - №2(High) and Reverse.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type∞CVTFWD84,5CVT Fluid NS-2
Technical issues and repair guidelines
This construction may be regarded as a mixture of CVT and 2-speed transmission, that allows reducing cones by exceeding the gear ratio by means of two forward gears. As JF015E, this transmission has been used on Suzuki Swift, Splash, Alto, and on some Mitsubishi cars since 2012.
Common problems of the JF015 unit are similar to issues of its predecessor JF011. In most cases, problems occur after significant mileage and may be characterized as "spare parts wear-out". The most urgent repair procedure for CVTs is the replacement of teflon rings, which are replaced together with the input shaft repair and replacement of frictions, replacement of bearings, or change of the belt caused by the exploitation with worn-out rings which rapidly decreases the resource of all these parts. A common issue of JF015 is the input shaft bearing failure. The main shaft is considered to be a soft spot leading to the abovementioned problem.
This transmission is sensitive to contaminated and cold ATF. Frequent usage in winter time with oil temperature below +60 results in slipping and damage of the belt and cones. The belt is a common spare part for all “ageing” Jatco units. Well-timed replacement of the belt having still operating protector helps to prolong the resource of cones, which are considered to be the most important and high-priced unit of the CVT design.
Another frequently replaced component of JF015E is the damaged sun gear. The wear-out of solenoids occurs because of ATF contamination caused by the wear-out of rings and seals, forcing the pump to transmit increased ATF volume in order to make up for shortage of pressure on clutches. Therefore, solenoids are replaced together with all gaskets and rings. The issue of input and output shaft bearings is expected to occur when driving with a slipping belt.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineChevrolet/GMSPARK12-16CVT FWDL3 1.0L L4 1.0L 1.2L 1.4LCitroenRVR12CVT FWDL4 1.6LMaruti-SuzukiSWIFT14-16CVT FWDL4 1.2LMazdaCAROL15-16CVT F/4WDL3 0.7LMazdaFLAIR16CVT F/4WDL3 0.7LMazdaFLAIR CROSSOVER14-16CVT F/4WDL3 0.7LMazdaFLAIRWAGON12-16CVT F/4WDL3 0.7LMitsubishiATTRAGE13-16CVT FWDL3 1.0L 1.2LMitsubishiEK SPACE14-16CVT F/4WDL3 0.7LMitsubishiEK WAGON13-16CVT F/4WDL3 0.7LMitsubishiFORTIS14-16CVT FWDL4 1.8LMitsubishiI12-13CVT FWDL3 0.7LMitsubishiLANCER13CVT FWDL4 1.5L 1.6LMitsubishiMIRAGE12-16CVT FWDL3 1.0L 1.1L 1.2L L4 1.3LMitsubishiRVR13-16CVT F/4WDL3 1.2L L4 1.6L 1.8LMitsubishiTOPPO13CVT FWDL3 0.7L
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Transmission general data
The constantly variable transmission (CVT) RE0F09A/B (also named as JF010E – according to Jatco classification) is designed on the basis of famous RE0F06A, but for higher torque of Nissan engine with capacity equal to 3.5 liters V6 and since 2002 it has been used on Nissan Murano, and later (2007) modification for rare Maxima, Pressage, and for some time past installed on Teana of the Russian assembly.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type∞CVTFWD/AWD10,16CVT Fluid NS-2
Technical issues and repair guidelines
The delicate usage with a long oil heat-up and frequent oil change (NS-2) accompanied by the torque converter repair is the best way for a car owner to preserve CVT during the first years of operation.
Typical problems of “old” CVTs RE0F09A:
In general, this CVT family is one of the most reliable in the world and these transmissions have been a standard in the world of transmission manufacturers for a long period of time. But this CVT lost competition on the market of 3-4 liter cars to automatic gearboxes and even to DSG. The typical overhaul of this CVT requires the torque converter repair. Common problems of “old” CVTs are related to the pressure control valve (of the pump) wedging caused by overheating and contamination in summer time. The valve can wedge and switch-on after a heat-up, that leads to the dynamic load on transmission components and rapidly damages the belt and cones.
The long-term operation with contaminated oil wears out valves and plungers of the valve body. The most popular spare part for JF010E is a driving belt. The first reason of rapid belt wear-out is related to insufficiently warmed up transmission in winter time. The second reason of the belt damage is the driving at low speeds in traffic jams with harsh accelerations. The most common reason of damage for surfaces of the belt and shafts is related to the oil cleanness.
- Forward Clutch is exposed to burning in most cases. It is also common to replace Reverse clutches.
- Sometimes orders for repair include the step-motor which has quite limited operational life in overheated oil ( as in JF011).
The main factor for operational durability of this transmission is related to the state of shafts (input and output) which are unique in terms of design. The surface of cones is the main resource of this transmission. All other units of this gearbox are much cheaper or easily operate during two service lives of this CVT.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineRenaultMEGANE09-11CVT FWDL4 1.9LRenaultSCENIC09-11CVT FWDL4 1.9L
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Transmission general data
Standard automatic transmissions KM175-5, 176, 177-5,6,7/8 (another name- F4A21-F4А22) found application in FWD Mitsubishi cars. This transmission has been installed on Mitsubishi Galant, Sonata,...etc since 1988. It was developed on the basis of a successful 3-speed family KM170. This family of FWD automatic transmissions was actively installed on Hyundai Elantra, Sonata, Excel etc. It was also installed on budgetary cars Dodge, Plymouth, etc. The new series of 4-speed automatic transmissions named as A4AF-1 (and its
modification A4AF-2, A4BF-2) was designed by Hyundai AT-department under
the supervision of Mitsubishi in 1992 on the basis of КМ175 series for
small cars Hyundai.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type4ATFWD5,83SP-III
Technical issues and repair guidelines
It’s a popular series of transmissions from Mitsubishi – Hyundai and one of the most popular Mitsubishi transmissions in repair services. Owners of cars with this type of transmissions prefer a cosmetic repair by their own forces or replacement with the used transmission.
The repair kit of gaskets and seals is ordered together with the kit of friction components. Rarely, owners decide to perform a classic reassembly and additionally order the kit of steel discs. For cars with short mileages and normal pressure state in packages, it will be enough to replace the filter (for series КМ175-177) and change ATF.
Seals are usually replaced because of fluid leakages between the transmission and the torque converter unit, which is considered to be a sign of the torque converter wear-out. Bushings and all rings are replaced in order to restore the pressure in packages. Firstly, frictions burn in Forward/Direct packages (with steel discs), then its turn for friction clutches of the package Overdrive with steel discs and the Low/Reverse package. In most cases, replacement of spare parts and friction elements is accompanied with replacement of the brake band (Kick-down). The electrical mechanism of this transmission is very reliable, and only solenoids,which reached the end of their service life, should be replaced. Before solenoids replacement, it is recommended to check the wiring integrity.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineDodgeCOLT92-944 SP FWDL4 1.8LEagleSUMMIT/SUMMIT WAGON93-964 SP FWDL4 1.8LEagleTALON90-944 SP FWDL4 1.8L 2.0LHyundaiELANTRA92-964 SP FWDL4 1.8LHyundaiSONATA91-984 SP FWDL4 2.0LMitsubishiEXPO LRV92-934 SP FWDL4 1.8LMitsubishiGALANT89-934 SP FWDL4 2.0LMitsubishiMIRAGE93-974 SP FWDL4 1.8LMitsubishiPRECIS90-954 SP FWDL4 1.5LPlymouthCOLT/COLT VISTA92-944 SP FWDL4 1.8LPlymouthLASER90-944 SP FWDL4 1.8L 2.0L
Transmission general data
The F1C1 CVT solution has been applied on FWD cars (Colt and Lancer) with engines of approx. 1.5 liters since 2000.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type∞CVTFWD1457,8CVT Fluid NS-1
Technical issues and repair guidelines
The transmission fluid for this CVT has unique qualities, namely, when the oil is hot it becomes "sticky", allowing the belt to stick to cones without slipping. Therefore the fluid should be kept clean and the filter should be replaced when the oil loses its transparency. The belt slippage damages the belt itself and cones (the main CVT unit).The fluid is heavily contaminated by friction elements and loads wear the belt protector that increases the possibility of the belt slipping and wearout of cones surface. Frequent change of fluid and filter significantly prolongs the resource of this transmission.
Advantages of of this CVT frequently turn out to be its porlems. The push belt of this CVT (as in JF011E Jatco) has a comparatively short resource and almost became a "spare part", especially if the driver likes accelerations without the warm-up. The repair kit of gaskets and seals is ordered for rebuilding of this transmission.
CVT components have the following problems:
Issue with the Forward drum consist in damage of the stop ring, rapid wear-out of the Forward frictions leading to contamination of even fresh ATF. The problem reveals itself in the failure of moving forward. It is recommended to replace not only the burnt drum, but also the belt with the filter.Cones are not subjects for repair or grinding, therefore sometimes they are replaced with used cones which have some resources.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineCitroenRVR12CVT FWDL4 1.6LMitsubishiCOLT PLUS04-14CVT FWDL4 1.5L 1.6LMitsubishiDION00-05CVT FWDL4 2.0LMitsubishiLANCER01-16CVT FWDL4 1.5L 1.6L 1.8L
How to repair this transmission (Videos)F1C1A
Instruction manuals and useful linksLink typeSourceDescriptionpdfwww.at-manuals.comScheme F1C1webwww.at-manuals.comScheme F1C1
Transmission general data
The 6-speed front drive automatic transmission AW TF80SC (AF40-6) has been available on the market since 2003 as more expensive alternative of the 4-speed AW50-40 and the 5-speed AW55-50 for 2-... 4-liter cars: Ford (as AF40-6), Mazda (as AW6A-EL), Volvo, SAAB, Opel, Fiat and all "French" automakers Peugeot-Citroen-Renault (as AM6).
The family of AW TF80SC transmissions has two different sub-modification, for two classes of engines: "middle class" (up to 2.0 liters)- AF40-6\TF80SC and AF21\TF81SC - "heavy duty" (2.0 - 4.0liters) and has the torque capacity of up to 450 Nm.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type6ATFWD/AWD45073,8Type T-IV
Technical issues and repair guidelines
The torque converter intensively contaminates the ATF with dust from carbon friction lining. Almost each transmission repair includes cutting of the torque converter and replacement of the friction lining. The worn-out friction lining of the torque converter has a negative impact on the valve body. The more aggressively the driver pushes on the gas pedal, the earlier the computer switches on the slipping mode of the torque converter friction, resulting in rapid wear-out of friction plates and the necessity to rebuild the the torque converter and the valve body. This transmission is sensitive not only to contaminated oil, but also to the wear-out of teflon rings (where oil leakages may occur). The operation with worn-out spare parts leads to burning of frictions, and later to problems with solenoids and the valve body.
The whole kit of friction discs is replaced in case of burnt oil. The package С2 (4-5-6) is usually the first to burn (in some cases it may be the package 1-2-3-4 Clutch (C1)). The standard kit for reassembly includes the kit of pistons. (С2 piston+retainer, retainers С1 and С3). The kit includes the most popular pistons ordered by transmission specialists. In case of burnt ATF, it is also recommended to replace the Reverse brake band , because its friction lining is affected by burnt ATF. The problem of frictions burning are usually related to the wear-out of teflon rings.
The pump bushing turns out to be the most vulnerable part in the TF80 transmission, in case of the torque converter parts wearout. Problems may also occur in the differential (in AWD Mazda CX7, CX9). The problem lies in the spline failure. This issue is caused by the ECU settings, allowing overloading.
Generally, the TF-80SC transmission is extremely reliable and successful 6-speed unit, which causes less problems in comparison with its predecessors TF60SN and AW55-50. It may be considered as an “invincible” solution and the most maintenance-friendly 6-speed automatic transmission.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineBuickREGAL126 SP FWDL4 2.0LCadillacBLS06-096 SP FWDL4 1.9L V6 2.8LCadillacSRX09-116 SP F/4WDV6 2.8LOpel / VauxhallSIGNUM05-086 SP F/4WDL4 1.9L 2.8L 3.0LOpel / VauxhallVECTRA05-096 SP F/4WDL4 1.9L V6 2.8L 3.0L
Instruction manuals and useful linksLink typeSourceDescriptionpdfwww.at-manuals.comScheme TF80pdfwww.at-manuals.comValve body valveswebwww.at-manuals.comSolenoid application chartpdfSonnaxValve Body Layout TF80SCpdfSonnaxValve Body Layout TF81SC
Transmission general data
The
3-speed automatic transmission A999 (also referred 32 RH) was produced by
Chrysler. This transmission is very similar to the A904 transmission. It is
equipped with 5 direct friction discs. Both automatic transmissions A999 as
well as A904 have lower 1-st and 2-nd gear ratios, which help low-capacity
engines to ensure better acceleration without any losses to highway fuel
efficiency.
Number of gearsTransmission TypeDriveTorque (Nm)ATF (full capacity) LATF (change) LATF type3ATRWD8,54,2Mopar ATF+3
The A999 transmission is commonly applied in XJ
or YJ models with the engine capacity of 4 liters. The main difference between
A999 and A904 consists in the rear band, which holds the planetary gear carrier:
the band used in the 32RH transmission is more efficient. This gearbox is
considered to be quite reliable, so it commonly outlives other stock
components.
Which cars run with this gearbox?BrandModelYearTypeEngineDodgePICKUP/RAM00-023 SP R/4WDV6 3.9LDodgeVAN/WAGON 1500-250095-033 SP RWDV6 3.9L
How to repair this transmission (Videos)Fixing a leaking shift shaft seal A999
Instruction manuals and useful linksLink typeSourceDescriptionwebadvanceadapters.com999 (32RH) TORQUEFLITEpdfparker.comScheme 32RH