Transmission - Description

DESCRIPTION











CAUTION:
A unique transmission fluid has been developed for the 8HP45 transmission. This fluid is NOT compatible with ATF+4 or any other current Chrysler transmission fluid.

The transmission case is a single-piece unit. The starter pocket, cooler line fittings, and manual park release lever are located on the driver's side of the case. The electrical connector and oil fill plug are located on the passenger side of the case. The two-wheel drive model uses a flanged output shaft connection. The all-wheel drive model uses a sealed, externally-splined output shaft to form a dry connection between the adapter plate and the Borg Warner 44-40 transfer case.

TRANSMISSION IDENTIFICATION

Two bar code labels are applied to the transmission case. The label on the driver's side rear of the case contains the Chrysler component tracking number on the top and the Chrysler part number on the bottom.

TRANSMISSION GEAR RATIOS

The gear ratios for the 8HP45 automatic transmission are as follows: