Video: Transmission Kings
Mike Riley sits down with Rick Basta, Owner of TransColonial Auto Service to discuss the origins of his first shop, Transmission Kings.
Video: Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluid has always been a key component of the automatic transmission, however, with today’s complexities it has never been more important. Virtually every transmission family uses a specific elixir containing a different additive package. Even the color of certain fluids has changed. Using the wrong ATF can result in a variety of drivability and
Video: Solenoid testing with GM transmissions
Testing many solenoids can be easy, but not so with the GM TEHCM units. Since the solenoids are contained within a single housing and connected to a TCM, testing is much more difficult. There are however test kits available that can make the process relatively simple. The test kits are produced by Kent-More and are
Cooler System Flushing
A critical function during transmission repair is flushing the cooler lines and radiator tank. This is done not only to clean the system but also to verify flow. For years this was a relatively simple process however, more recently it has become more difficult due to thermal element assemblies as well as transmission fluid warmers.
Mount Evolution
To eliminate torsional vibration or NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) vehicles have always utilized motor and transmission mounts.
Chrysler RFE Transmission Family Part 2: Solenoid and Valve Body Components
To enhance fuel economy Chrysler released the A500/A518 overdrives in the late ’80s and ’90s.
Video: Chrysler RFE Transmission Family
Chrysler released the RFE (Rear wheel, Fully Electronic) family of transmissions in 1999. Although the transmissions started out as four-speed, they became five speeds and even six speeds in later years. The list entails 45RFE, 545RFE, 65RFE, 66RFE & 68RFE.
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.
TransTec Gasket Wizard Custom
A demonstration of Gasket Wizard TM solution from Transtar and TransTec®.
Transmission Tech: Chrysler/ZF 8 Speed RWD Part 1
Mike Riley leaves the studio for this lesson on this RWD unit.
