Sonnax has provided the following guide on critical wear areas and vacuum test locations for the Jatco/Nissan JF011E. Technicians working on these models should find this guide helpful. (Ed. Note: This is an extended version of the guide found in our September issue, with three additional pages).
Our shop has had several vehicles come in with the Ford 8F35 transmission having planetary failure. Apparently, there was a run where the pinion needle bearings had a hardness problem (see Figure 1). Ford has a bulletin out (bulletin number 22-281), which provides a part number for this planetary assembly: the part number is JM5Z-7N473-C and
Our shop has had several vehicles come in with the Ford 8F35 transmission having planetary failure. Apparently, there was a run where the pinion needle bearings had a hardness problem (see Figure 1).
Ford has a bulletin out (bulletin number 22-281), which provides a part number for this planetary assembly: the part number is JM5Z-7N473-C and costs about $160.
Continuously Variable Transmissions, or CVTs, are more common than you think. Audi, Subaru, Nissan, Ford, GM and many other automakers use CVT transmissions in cars and SUVs. There is no way to avoid them. Chances are there is one in your shop right now. Related Articles – 2024 State of the Powertrain Industry – Powertrain
The case study has to do with a 2009 Chrysler 300 C 5.7L Nag1 RWD with 71,923 miles on it (see Figure 1, above). Related Articles – A guide to common GM, Ford and Nissan programming issues – Shift of the shaft: Diagnosing Chrysler 48RE manual shaft issues – Sometimes, a diagnostic code is all
One of the most common complaints I hear from shops when trying to install a new GM TCM is, “The module will not communicate.” While that might be partially true, by design they won’t communicate until they are programmed. If programming fails, there will be an “E” code set which will help you get to
The TorqueFlite transmission has been around since mid-to-late 1950s. There have been many changes surrounding the manual shaft and rooster comb through the years. This transmission shaft controls the position of the manual valve that directs oil for the gear ranges, but it also is used for a Reverse light control as well as Park/Neutral
Sonnax has introduced a drop-in TCC apply limit switch valve kit for the Chrysler RFE series. Related Articles – BendPak announces upgraded Litestix work light – Schaeffler offers new LuK clutch kits – Transtar to offer recycled engines The company says you can limit the amount of pressure applied to the torque converter in Chrysler RFE
Sonnax has introduced new output planet saver kits for GM 6L80 and 6L90 transmissions. The company says these kits can repair and prevent common concerns and save the planetary assembly when installed. Related Articles – Alto introduces filters for GM 6L series – PRT launches 30 new complete strut assemblies – Force Control Industries releases
Sonnax has introduced a new Smart-Tech clutch kit for optimizing clutch capacity and guarding against clutch burnup in GM 4L60, 4L60-E, 4L65-E and 4L70-E transmissions. This kit (part no. 77734-01K) includes eight .067-in. BorgWarner high-energy frictions and seven .095-in. Lindered steels recommended for use with Sonnax Smart-Tech input housings. Related Articles – TransGo introduces 62TE
Sonnax has introduced a new oversized low reverse/overdrive (4-5-6) clutch regulator valve kit (part no. 144740-43K) for Ford 6F35 transmissions, generations one, two and three. Related Articles – Snap-on debuts new general service tool set – Gray Tools introduces insulated hex bit socket set – Alto releases friction and steel module for ZF 6HP transmissions
