Dynamics of transmission fluid hydraulics and shifting
To understand why using the correct transmission fluid is necessary, you first have to know how the transmission fluid flows inside an automatic transmission. Fluid paths The journey starts in the pan. The transmission fluid is drawn from the pan through a filter by the pump that is behind the torque converter. The fluid level
Transmission Tech: 6R80 Harsh Downshift/Drive Apply Condition
Mike Riley is once again on the road, this time looking at a Ford truck with a harsh downshift.
Transmission Tech: ZF/Chrysler 8 Speed AWD – Part 2
Mike Riley continues his discussion of the ZF/Chrysler 8-speed at Trans Colonial Auto Service.
Transmission Tech: How Other Components Impact Transmission
Mike Riley covers non-transmission components causing transmission problems.
Transmission Tech: Chrysler/ZF 8 Speed RWD Part 1
Mike Riley leaves the studio for this lesson on this RWD unit.
Transmission Tech: Toyota AWD Differential Bearing Noise
In this episode, Mike Riley discusses specific noise issues in certain Toyota applications.
Installation Matters
Zach Harkins, diagnostician, deals with a RE0F09A with a leak.
Transmission Tech: DCT Operation Part 2
This is the second part to Mike Riley’s series on DCT operation.
Load and Launch
Mike “Hipster” Hohnstein, one of the creators of the transbrake valve body, built a distinguished performance-oriented business, and with two partners he recruited along the way, they have been drawing on their drag-racing expertise to lure daily drivers who like having racing experts working on their transmissions.
