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Video: 6R140 Strategy

Beyond typical reprogramming, solenoid strategy is also a key to success.

Current Challenges in the Transmission Industry

Transmission Digest Editor Brendan Baker speaks with Technical Editor and industry veteran Mike Riley about the many challenges facing the transmission industry today.

Video: 6R80 Valve Body Clips

Mike Riley says small items such as retainers and clips are important to inspect when splitting the valve body.

Update: CVT Program Video

CVT diagnosis and repair has become increasingly difficult due to the computer controls.

Watch: 6R80 Pump Noise

Diagnosing noise in a transmission starts with figuring out what type it is and when it occurs. Noise can include whining, moaning, groaning, etc. Noise can occur in park/neutral, in gear setting still or driving down the road. In the case of a 6R80 a bearing growl may be heard at all times and not be the geartrain. Upgrades have been made to

Video: Identifying ATF Contamination

Using test strips can help identify if there’s water or antifreeze contamination.

6L80/90 3-5/Reverse Drum

The drum may crack at the weld affecting application and setting DCT’s such as P0776.

Video: Ford DPS6 TCM

Shifting problems can occur that involve the TCM (a.k.a. shift motor).

Video: GM 8L45/90 Part I

Various aspects of the GM 8L45 / 90 eight-speed RWD models will be addressed.

Video: GM 8L45/90 Issues

GM upgraded the transmission stator support and case cover to remedy the problem.

Video: TransColonial Shop Tour

Take a tour of TransColonial Auto Service with longtime shop owner Rick Basta and Mike Riley from Transmission Digest. See how Rick blends General Repair with Transmission Service in today’s market.

Video: TransColonial History

Gain insight into various aspects of a transmission shop operation by longtime shop owner Rick Basta, owner of TransColonial Auto Service in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. See how business, technical, production and personnel matters have changed over several decades and the reaction to them.