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).
A 2015 Chevrolet Equinox equipped with the 3.6-liter engine and 6T75 transmission has complaints of a delayed engagement into drive and slips in first gear.
The complaint
A 2015 Chevrolet Equinox equipped with the 3.6-liter engine and GM 6T75 transmission has complaints of a delayed engagement into drive and slips in first gear.
The cause
A generation one 1-2-3-4 Clutch Apply Piston was installed into a generation two transmission. The generation two 1-2-3-4 Clutch Apply Piston apply fingers are .147 in. taller than the generation one piston. This created too much clutch clearance for the clutch pack to effectively hold.
A rattling noise is coming from the transmission whenever the engine is running and the transmission is in gear.
A 2002 Lexus RX300 equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 engine and U140F transmission was brought into our facility with a few concerns. The customer said that “it has a leak, a grinding noise when taking off from a stop, and it just doesn’t seem to shift right.” Related Articles – Sonnax introduces Sure Cure Kit
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Beginning in October of 2015, GM removed the #7 Check-ball from the solenoid valve control body in the 8L90 transmission (see Figure 1). This was done in conjunction with the elimination of the Lube Override Enable Valve from the upper valve body as shown in Figure 2. Related Articles – What 105 years of history
Sonnax highlights its line of heavy-duty input shafts for GM 4L transmissions. The company touts the torsional design that allows energy to be absorbed, reducing peak loads to critical areas. Related Articles – Raybestos introduces 10R80 conical torque converter wafers – 13 BorgWarner OEM/S solenoids move to Rostra – Gray Tools releases insulated socket sets
Sonnax has introduced a new bypass blocker valve kit for Ford 6R140 transmissions, model years 2011 to 2016. The company says this kit is made to replace the faulty thermal element lineup in these transmissions to prevent the potential of overheating. The kit (part no. 126740-26K) includes a drop-in Zip Valve for installation. Related Articles
Sonnax has introduced a new aluminum splined stub and sleeve kit designed for 1350 series u-joints. Sonnax says this kit is designed for Ford trucks, including the Super Duty, among others, and allows users to raise the torque capacity of the driveshaft. The kit is part no. T35-125-500-KIT. Related Articles – Clutch Industries launches Clutch
The following pages contain powertrain industry profiles, key people and product information from leading companies in the marketplace. These profiles serve as an introduction for companies participating in autumn trade shows. Related Articles – Standard Drivetrain acquires Precision Industries – Transtar announces formation of NexaMotion Group – Al La Rocca passes away The companies include:
