46RE Common Problems

[@billcat1840]

Update: 2023, Shift kit got me to 275,000..44re still pulling good but has developed a leak behind the convertor. Have a replacement on the bench now. 46re .New convertor, replaced all bushings, thrust washers, upgraded to a 5 pinion planetary, stage one clutches, 5 clutch direct drum, bolt in sprag, Sonnex rear overdrive piston housing for more oiling, new od snap ring, new od spring, new bearing, and of course a Transgo shift kit..going behind a refreshed Magnum 5.2 that's warmer than stock..😁..

[@Eztops]

400,000 HARD miles and still going strong original engine and transmission 1996 Dodge B3500 15 passenger van. Fluid/filter/band adjust every 30k, ripped check ball out of trans cooler line the day i bought the van with 22k miles on it. Love ol Bessie

[@Namelesshero-e8k]

Why what’s up with the check ball

[@Eztops]

@@Namelesshero-e8k essentially a ball on a spring to prevent fluid from draining back from the torque converter when it's off. That's the way I understand it anyways. But, they like to stick closed after a while. Then you have no fluid flow through the cooler. Then your transmission is burned up before you even know what happened. I removed mine a very long time ago no ill effects 400,000 miles still going strong

[@Bryan-jd7os]

​@Eztops i have a question, i just got a 2001 3500 van and on occasion when shifting to Drive it doesnt engage, i have to shift out and back into Drive for it to engage. Van has 49k miles. Thank you in advance!

[@Chevy-f4l]

Lol I have the 99 dodge ram Van 3500 5.9 1 ton with 46re transmission it had 144,000 before it lost 2-3 and 4th gear only has 1st and reverse...I call mine Betsy lol

[@andrewsanders6270]

I got 297,000 miles out of a 1997 46re in a Dodge Ram 2wd sst truck . I maintained it by fully naturally flushing it every 3 years and a pan and filter change every 2 years with a band adjustments at the same time . I kept it out of overdrive on slower speed hills while towing getting up to speed and I put it in neutral while coasting down to stops to reduce wear . I also would put it in neutral in drive throughs , banks , and stop lights to reduce needless wear. The overdrive snap ring broke a piece but it lasted 2 more years no problems , but when it broke I know those clutches wore some due to all the particals in my extremely clean fluid !!!!! Changed it a couple times and like I said 2 more trouble free years . Great transmission in my opinion !

[@Nothingmore71]

But when they aren't babied they are problematic over the course of the life of the truck

[@andrewsanders6270]

@@Nothingmore71 That's my understanding as well .

[@muziklvr7776]

Shifting between drive and neutral actually causes more wear than just leaving it in gear as it's constantly engaging the clutch pack(s). Driving around town with the overdrive off does certainly help extend it's life. I do this with all of my automatic transmissions.

[@johnsgarage6622]

Great Video Gary. While cleaning the pan I found a small part, steel wedge about 1" x 1/4" with a small round dimple in it. Some research tells me this is part of a band adjuster. Replaced the Governor pressure solenoid and sensor and back together. Seems to be driving just fine, but I can help but wonder how long its going to last without that wedge part I described.

[@markcompson1772]

I’ve been rebuilding these for awhile now. Not rocket science but I just watch what I’m doing when rebuilding. I’ve been doing the 727 for race cars & vehicles here for 35 yrs. Get the bugs out & they r awesome transmission

[@Bryan-jd7os]

@@markcompson1772 where are you located?

[@newtonhowell540]

Hey Mr Gary, I have a 99 Dakota RT with the 46 in it. I had the transmission rebuilt by a local gentleman who has built over 50 transmissions for me and my brother over the years. The Transmission was built 3 and a half years ago and due to my job I wasn’t able to install it until 2 weeks ago. It was wrapped up and sealed so nothing could get in it and stored inside a storage container. The issue I have is after driving around town for a few days, less than 100 miles, the OD off light came on, it downshifted and the trans temp light came on. When I got the truck home, I started it up and checked the fluid, it was showing 2 quarts over full. Found the check valve on the cooler line was stuck closed and I gathered that the fluid was somehow pushed into the pan from the pump and torque converter. Replaced the rubber line with the valve and everything seemed fine. Drove the truck 147 miles on the interstate with no issues and 3 hours later driving the 147 miles back home the truck did the same thing as before. Got the truck back home, found the new cooler was stopped up(external aftermarket). I then purchased a new radiator and factory external cooler and flushed the transmission lines. Now the truck will not shift out of 2nd gear unless I feather the throttle around 2500rpms and this doesn’t always work. It’s a hard shift to 2nd gear from 1st and I have no OD off light or transmission temperature light. I haven’t driven it due to the shifting issue to see if the fluid will back fill to the pan like the two previous times that reflected an overfill condition per the dipstick. Any advice or recommendations of where to start with trouble shooting? The check engine light is on for a different reason but I’m going to scan the truck tomorrow because I haven’t done so since the shifting issue. All this happened on Thursday and Friday of last week and I haven’t done anything with the truck since Friday night.

[@GaryFerraro]

ok, First the fluid must be checked in Neutral not park, it may show overfull in park. scan the truck to see if any codes are present for the trans

[@newtonhowell540]

@@GaryFerraro I will scan for codes in the morning. I’ve always checked fluid level in park after driving a few miles and allowing it to idle for about 5 minutes before checking. I’ll start checking it in neutral from now on. I’ll send an update in the morning, thanks.

[@newtonhowell540]

@@GaryFerraro I went ahead and checked the fluid level this evening, can scan it until tomorrow morning when I open the shop I work at. Initially I filled it with 8 1/2 quarts and it had been driving and shifting fine until the over temperature and OD off lights came on. I just added another quart and a half that puts it at 10qts total in the transmission which is suppose to be the correct amount per Mitchell on Demand. Still won’t shift out of 2nd gear. I’ll post another update in the morning.

[@newtonhowell540]

@@GaryFerraro The truck has a P0740 code TCC no RPM drop at lockup. I also ran a data display monitor just driving around the block and the Gov pressure would only increase to 2 psi and would not meet the desired gov pressure. The gov pressure volts with key on engine off is 0.59v, it increases voltage during acceleration.

[@GaryFerraro]

I would drop the pan and swap out the govenor solenoid and Transducer. The Govenor pressure should increase with road speed.@@newtonhowell540 Desired and actual should be the same

[@s.steele2806]

Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video. Very informative!👍

[@GaryFerraro]

Thank you for watching. Stay safe

[@baileymiller546]

Mine is just a little rough on the upshift going into 4th. At about 170k with Original 46re and factory Dana 60 front and rear. Had the front suspension upgraded to heavy heavy duty besides the sway bar and end links. Great video

[@GaryFerraro]

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[@AZsmoothrider]

Hi Gary- great videos, learned a few things. My 97 Ram 1500 5.9/46re has 109k and reverse starting to slip only when cold. I had trans serviced at 40k and 80k and truck driven so gently by just me. Bummed to have this problem but glad to gain a little insight from your videos, so leary of shops..

[@michaelbaskinmichael9862]

So what was problem mine goes when cold but not so good when warm

[@AZsmoothrider]

@@michaelbaskinmichael9862 don't know...still limping along when cold. Nothing has changed and still driving the same truck 26 years later

[@Chevy-f4l]

​@@michaelbaskinmichael9862 mine does the same does great and shift through all gears until it warms up

[@billk5727]

Thanks Gary. Looks like Chrysler uses the same shifter shaft design as the old torqueflights. I'll be in touch. Take Care.

[@GaryFerraro]

ok.

[@phrogman4654]

Great video, I have the issue you cover in this video on my 2000 Dodge Durango. I have the knowledge now of what it could be, so if a transmission shop gives me a line of bull I know to walk away.

[@GaryFerraro]

What issue are you having?

[@jstunna23]

Hello I have a 98 2500 with 46re trans was rebuild with sonnox products now I’m receiving a p0740 code and when pulling trailer od light comes on when on freeway. Truck feels slow getting up to speed

[@TopgC04]

I’m having a problem with my 46re. My rear end locked up and I get another one installed. We didn’t think it caused any trans damage. Well 1st and reverse doesn’t want to go until I give it some gas. I can feel them engage but I have to get it to 1500-2000 rpm and then it jerks and then it goes through all gears fine. Any help would be appreciated as I’m trying to get into fixing transmissions. Also I have dropped the pan and there was no metal other than expected flakes do to normal wear and tear for the mileage on it and fluid wasn’t bad at all

[@GaryFerraro]

Any codes? when you check the fluid level is the car in Park or Neutral?

[@daviddematos7470]

My 46re My transmission is leaking from the rear seal. I changed the seal and its still flowing. I don't understand the seal I bought from the dealer

[@GaryFerraro]

The extension housing bushing is worn, this causes the driveshaft to lay down on the seal causing it to leak

[@alleycat327]

Great videos, thanks! I was wondering if you might have any insight into why on one of my plow trucks with the 545rfe/5.7L would have lost only reverse while plowing. I still have all forward gears, even in manual. Fluid and filters have less than 3000 miles since last done. It gave no indication it was going to fail. I have heard that the OD clutch could be the issue with out any codes or visible damage with the pan off. I would like to confirm the cause before I yank the trans to replace or build. Thanks for you time. Scott B

[@GaryFerraro]

Scott Bullard would like to run your vin number. My e mail is gsferraro @yahoo.com to verify transmission type. Did this happen suddenly?

[@bannablitz247]

I have read a tsb that this could be an issue fixed by a computer flash particularly in reference to towing.

[@moparmtb360]

This may be a dumb question but can the transmission be built to work without OD? I mean remove the OD clutches, remove the overdrive piston and run as a 3 speed?

[@rayfalcon777]

What would make it act like its in neutral mode or limp mode when its in any gear after replacing the shift solenoid A and the pressure sensor until you rev the engine up to 1500 rpms and maintain for a bit?

[@GaryFerraro]

Ok, first just to confirm, are you hecking the fluid level in Neutral, this does not get checked in park

[@rayfalcon777]

@@GaryFerraro no sir i checked it in park it has 6 qts of atf 4 fluid in it

[@rayfalcon777]

@@GaryFerraro just checked it and it is quiet a way below the checkered area on the dipstick in fact its only up on the dipstick about ¼ or ⅛" after adding 6 quarts of fluid

[@GaryFerraro]

@@rayfalcon777 ok, fill it up and see what happens

[@rayfalcon777]

@@GaryFerraro i filled it up and in neutral checked it ... working 100 % better except when im going downhill and step on the gas and let off the gas when i get back to normal gas feed(maintaining ) downhill it acts like its in neutral but when i stop and wait a few seconds it usually re-engages and drives normally sometimes i have to put it in park set for a few seconds then slowly put it in drive and it does good ...only on a down hill grade or steep decline if i try to get on it and change my mind it does it most every time

[@devanwiss8342]

Hey I have a 2002 Ram 1500 5.9 46RE, the transmission was replaced about 10,000 miles ago but prolly 4 years ago, I haven't opened it up yet, but everything shifts ok but once it shifts in overdrive it jerks, almost like the pinion is jumping on the ring gear, but if I turn overdrive off it runs fine.

[@GaryFerraro]

any codes?

[@devanwiss8342]

P0420 a catalytic code that's been on for 10 years even after replaced the code and a P0302 misfire on cylinder 2 it says which is new it wasn't there this morning...

[@GaryFerraro]

@@devanwiss8342 Just make sure it's not a misfire, i know when you said if you cancel overdrive it's ok but it is also at a different RPM and the mis may not happen, i would look into that code

[@Chevy-f4l]

So what happens to it when you are hauling and you keep it in overdrive???

[@sethfitzgerald425]

Hello Gary, thanks for all the info you shared. I am curious what you think of my situation. 1999 dodge ram 2500 5.9L v8 gas with 46re auto trans. Occasional hard shifts. This week i was at a stop sign, gave it gas to go, and the engine revved up but truck didnt move. I threw the gear into park, then put back into drive and made it home just fine. I bought a solenoid upgrade kit that im waiting to arrive. No check engine codes. Thanks for your time

[@GaryFerraro]

First thing is to check the fluid level, make sure the shifter is in Neutral not park

[@Joseph-pd8ph]

I just a truck with the 46re the other day transmission was fine then out of while leaving work I put into reverse and nothing but rev up can hear it go into gear but nothing all forward gears working fine had no trouble diving forward, any tips on what to check/ do

[@bannablitz247]

Any thoughts on a 46re oem sealed trans with 77k. When cold it holds in second gear and does not want to shift into third. Once it is warmed up it shifts perfectly. No codes, I adjusted the front band to spec and it appears to be where it originally was but I have yet to adjust the rear. The truck shifted the same before and after the adjustment.

[@GaryFerraro]

The problem is the inner lip seal on the direct drum is no good, it's to thin and then it shrinks(comes like this from factory) In an overhaul kit you get the original seal(which i do not use) or a thicker inner lip seal (which i use) The thicker seal sticks out much further making a better seal, i have a video on it, maybe the one you watched

[@natewj1077]

Could a bad governor solenoid, and sensor cause rapid shifting?

[@GaryFerraro]

I would say no, never had that happen when the sensors were bad, check the adjustment on the cable

[@derricknorman7482]

I have an 01 Dakota, shifts great from 1st to 2nd, Won’t go into 3rd Shifts good going from 2nd to 1st. Won’t go over 35mph Also have reverse. Whatcha think?

[@hemi.210]

I have one that is reading pressure in drive at stop and takes off in 2nd gear changed both solenoid and sensor same thing any help would be appreciated thank you

[@GaryFerraro]

where did you get the parts from, what does the scanner say at idle in drive

[@hemi.210]

@GaryFerraro oem parts at idle 0 as soon as I put in to gear it jumps to 2-3 psii only when cold

[@masonchapman1575]

Hey I have a 97 ram 1500 with the 46re 4x4 and my truck pops out of gear while driving I changed the govenor pressure sensor but not the transducer before I rebuild the motor it threw a code for the govenor and I replaced it Bc I know they have a common issue with these 2 sensors

[@GaryFerraro]

Correct. common problem

[@alexg1059]

Hey Gary, I have a 2007 ram 2500 5.9 the problem I have is that it would not shift until a speed is hit. Now it won’t shift what’s so ever and it stall in some occasions

[@GaryFerraro]

did you have this scanned for codes?

[@LTDan-pk3mx]

Hey Gary, I just did a total fluid change and band adjustment on a 46RE. So sometimes (not always) when i come to a stop upon giving gas it bangs into gear otherwise it shifts great. I didnt change the 3 4 spring. I will go back into it but do you have ideas what this might be? Thanks a lot for the wonderful information!

[@GaryFerraro]

did you check the fluid level in park or neutral?

[@joemayo4354]

Can a broken overdrive snap ring cause a P1740 code

[@coreywilliams1674]

97 Ram 1500 5.2 46re won’t move in any gear only very slightly when wide open throttle replaced torque converter and front pump what’s the problem?

[@hsubdarb]

I'm working on a 42RH. The end play was .030 prior to disassembly. The front planetary snout was broken so I replaced the full set with used. Now my end play is .1. Driving she'll engagement is flush so I can't add shim in-between shafts. Any advice?

[@Remi_Lgs]

Hi Gary, I have rebuilt my 44RE thanks to your videos, it works well on my Jeep Grand cherokee ZJ 5.2 98, exept after 20 min on driving, my overdrive shuts off and it seems that my gearbox is hot. What can it be please ?

[@GaryFerraro]

What year is this car? sounds like a cooler flow problem

[@Remi_Lgs]

@@GaryFerraro my jeep is a 1998 one, some guys told me that I may have not correctly installed the torque converter. I can't believe this because it fits perfectly and it is connected to the engine fly wheel.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@Remi_Lgs Do you have a scan tool to check temp? Also on some jeeps there is a one way check ball that can get stuck causing poor cooler flow, also may want to check cooler flow, car is full of antifreeze?

[@Remi_Lgs]

@@GaryFerraro I can try to find a check tool for the water cooling temperature, I know on the dashbord that it never goes over 220 F°, even now in summer. Where is this one way check ball ? This morning on the highway it seems that the torque converter was not locked ! What can be the root cause ? All solenoids and sensors are new...

[@dylanwaldun8890]

I've got a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 I don't plan on mud bogging it like crazy but I'm working on waterproofing the lines for the differentials and transfer case in case I do take it there any mud poles and I can't find anything on if the transmission which is a 46re has a line and if so where and since you've had one out I was wondering if you could tell me where it is and if it has one before I go crawling up under my truck and looking which is kind of hard

[@GaryFerraro]

when you say lines, do you mean oil cooler lines?

[@dylanwaldun8890]

@@GaryFerraro no vent line

[@dylanwaldun8890]

@@GaryFerraro I hate autocorrect

[@GaryFerraro]

@@dylanwaldun8890 The vent for the transmission is built into the pump, can't see the vent unless you pull the trans and pull out converter, vent is on the pump body

[@dylanwaldun8890]

@@GaryFerraro well that would explain why I couldn't find much how waterproof do you think it is and thank you

[@isfeldt34]

I had a 99 Durango 4 by 4 was a 5.9 magnum, and the 46RE, the problem I was having, was it was it hanging in gear at highway speeds, the tack actually hit 5200 RPM, at 1 point I actually had to take it out of drive, in to neutral, then put it back Edit in to drive, in order for the RPM to drop, and it too shift. Didn't happen all the time, but I'm wondering if that's a similar issue? Maybe one of the solonoids? I've sent sold it, for for unrelated reasons.

[@GaryFerraro]

Very common problem with this trans are the Govenor solenoid and transducer, this controls the shift

[@larryjohnson5163]

what about a TRANS TEMP light and an O/D OFF light, but no engine light or codes?? Seems to shift fine...

[@GaryFerraro]

What are they doing blinking? what year is this

[@ken14850]

I have a 01 dodge 2500 5.9 gas I think it's a 46RE from what the web tells me I got stuck was rocking it forward- reverse " -" "- " then lost reverse theres a shearing sound when in park have all forward gears and OD but no reverse.... Any thoughts would be appreciated

[@ken14850]

Sound like a bad reverse band.? .. I took pan off no metal a bit of black sludge fluid smells clean and red new fluid filter still no reverse

[@groundhog001]

I have a 2001 1500 ram and stays in 3 gear and have to manually shift to 1st gear to start away and manually shift after 20 km/hr and works ok until it comes to a stop and have to do it all over again any ideas on the issue?

[@GaryFerraro]

Can you tell me if any codes are present

[@groundhog001]

@@GaryFerraro I don't have any way to get the codes

[@GaryFerraro]

groundhog001 codes may give some direction. Are you near an Autozone

[@wynters25]

I have one question for you I completely rebuilt my 46re transmission definitely made sure that I soak the clutches and tranny fluid first put everything back together and the problem is I have reversed but I don't have any forward gears what do you think I even changed all the

[@GaryFerraro]

Does the vehicle move in manual low

[@Donnied122]

I have a question, I have a 2002 ram 5.9 4x4. Assuming it’s the 46re. Transmission does not shift until I’m over 35mph at 4K rpm, and I have to let off the gas and then it shifts. After that it shifts fine if I baby it going down the highway. The dodge dealership in my area replaced this transmission twice, first time it blew. Second time they didn’t put fluid in it when they replaced it and it blew again, now my warranty is up and it’s doing what I just explained above.

[@GaryFerraro]

Are there any codes present? Do you have a scanner that shows live data for the transmission

[@Donnied122]

Gary Ferraro I do not have a scanner. Could autozone or oriellys do it?

[@Donnied122]

Also my check engine light is not on.

[@GaryFerraro]

Donnie Drury Have you tried adjusting the cable to see if anything changes? It shifts late out of first?

[@Donnied122]

Which cable? And yes, I have to take it up to 4K rpms and be over 30mph then left off the gas to shift out of first. Then it is fine after that

[@cheechmachin01]

Question i have a 99 durango with a 5.2 sat 7 mos got it running but wasn't going into 3rd or OD. I have another with a 5.9 that was running and ran well recently. What do i need to do to swap? Both 4x4 but wanting the one from 5.9 to 5.2. Going to rebuild 5.9 and bad trans eventually

[@cheechmachin01]

The one on 5.2 caught 3rd and OD for a little while but it heated and trans temp light came on. Was making a power steering wine in gear

[@gerneyquintero5318]

I have 01 durango r/t Have had the transmission rebuild twice and still having problems. When in triffic I have to give it gas to move and it jumps. When cold reverse slips this has always been a problem even when new. I love my truck and would like to solve this problem.

[@GaryFerraro]

So it like races up and bangs into gear?

[@RudnikJazda]

Hello I have Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ 5.2 V8 engine with 44RE , about 2 month ago during long trip with not high speed I lost 4th gear , Overdrive engaged but it feels just like you push the brake pedal. Gearbox has been rebuild in local garage. They also put external gearbox cooler to avoid overheating. And after 2000kms overdrive broken down again , engaged well but make horrible sound and again feeling like push break pedal. Sorry for English, tried explain this best as I can. What would be the reason of this?

[@GaryFerraro]

How is reverse?

[@RudnikJazda]

@@GaryFerraro other 3 gears and reverse working perfect. The same as first time.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@RudnikJazda Then there is a problem in the extension housing, this is the overdrive section

[@RudnikJazda]

@@GaryFerraro is this possible that problem is in converter clutch?

[@GaryFerraro]

@@RudnikJazda I would say no, if all 3 gears work ok and reverse is ok, something is going on in the o/d section, you hear this noise after the 3-4 shift? any noises in other gears?

[@rwdcolt]

98 46re shifts from 1st to 3rd, if you manually put in second it slips, any idea?

[@GaryFerraro]

That is your front band, first check adjustment make sure it did not back out, if ok, band is no good

[@buck19]

As i understand it, the original oe lip seal was machined wrong, creating a premature failure on the seal. The cheap fix is the thicker seal, the "correct" fix is replacing the drum itself with the updated version (corrected machined seal seat) allowing for the use of the thinner seal. Sonnax offered an update with a beefed up drum and all, allowing you to turn a 46re into a 48re (with other parts and machining). With that said, in case the drum was previously replaced with updated version, you should measure it to know if you need the thicker seal or not. Take note, i am not a trans tech. Just little things ive picked up in the 275k ive driven my 97 ram

[@buck19]

This fix is over the top, but there are updated drums kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmW9p2yreN9qfrM

[@ethanphelps5790]

I’ve got a 2001 Dodge Durango 4.7l with a 46re transmission. When I got it it would shift early in 1st then skip second and then go to third and then not go into 4th or (overdrive). I don’t know what would be causing this problem but I came here for help.

[@GaryFerraro]

Have you tried adjusting the cable? any codes?

[@ernestcopoulos2709]

what about a fix for converter shudder, just overhauled 25,000 miles ago ,just dropped pan and was clean ,no metal ,no plate debris but fluid was discolored ,flush and replaced fluid with atf+4 and added some lube gaurd but still shutters when locking up but not as bad

[@GaryFerraro]

Your converter clutch may be no good, is it throwing any codes?

[@ernestcopoulos2709]

no codes i,d like to firm up the shifts also i was thinking of pulling the valve body and installing a transgo shift kit i just dont feel the need to pull the trany again,unless the converter is bad but the pan was clean

[@GaryFerraro]

@@ernestcopoulos2709 A lot of time doing a service and adding lube guard may be able to fix the problem but if still shudders that's usually a converter, I never used a transgo kit on a 46RE, does it say it addresses converter shudder?

[@ernestcopoulos2709]

@@GaryFerraro yes it does say that but so does most products when your looking for that easy fix!kinda disappointing after just replacing it on the overhaul 25000 miles ago .

[@JohnnyBoyKe1998]

Can I still drive the truck if I don’t replace that OD snapring in my 2001 dodge Ram 1500 5.9L?

[@GaryFerraro]

do you know if it's broken?

[@heathcalvert1319]

I got a 99 Durango and my transmission when your Driving I lose speed and my rpms hit around between 3 and 4 grand some people told me it was a filter I've been told it was the seals inside can you help me find out the problem and thank you

[@GaryFerraro]

Do you know if any codes are present? when it shifts you feel the engine race up?

[@HeathWhispell]

My 46re was just rebuilt but now doesn't downshift back to 1st, what's the problem?

[@GaryFerraro]

maybe an issue with the govenor solenoid and transducer, do you have a scan tool that shows live data?

[@HeathWhispell]

No tool to test but he just put in a new valve body with all that I believe because I mentioned it

[@GaryFerraro]

@@HeathWhispell so all is good now?

[@jalatecompa]

hi i was testing the 4x4 of the zj 5.9 and the front drive shaft was spkning but front wheels not, so i checked the CV joint and it was deformed by the ball bearings, i would like to replace CV joint for yoke and u joint yoke. question is: can i took from anotjer zj the front shaft yoke and u joint from the transfer case side and install it at the front side of the drive shaft of my zj in order to replace the CV joint?

[@GaryFerraro]

I,m honestly not sure if they are the same, there are a few different types of those

[@freebird4ever893]

What would cause it to suddenly not go into gear, drove home the day before fine, got in the next morning and it wouldn't move. Occasionally it will act like it's going in gear and you can take off but then it's like you lose pressure or something,PLZ!?! Any help would be greatly appreciated!!

[@GaryFerraro]

Has the fluid level been checked? Has to be checked in Neutral not park.

[@freebird4ever893]

@@GaryFerraro yes it has new fluid. Just replaced the torque converter, the governor pressure sensor and solenoid. Replaced the TCC solenoid also. After I put the truck back together, it ran great for about 2 weeks or so and I came home from work and when I got in the next morning, try to put it in reverse and it wouldn't move, went down to drive, same thing. But you can have it sitting running in gear for a minute and then it might try to take off but won't go far. Sorry for such a long message but someone told me they have a little spring and clip under the boost plate, on a video but they said Dodge was famous for those clips breaking and throwing the spring out and you would lose all the pressure on your transmission. Thought they could be a possibility but just not sure

[@GaryFerraro]

@@freebird4ever893 The spring clip is the boost for the TCC, does this move in Manual 1

[@freebird4ever893]

@@GaryFerraro I haven't got it to yet, I was in drive when it tried to take off, I was even spinning for minute and then it just quit trying to pull again, I'm not sure where to start

[@freebird4ever893]

@@GaryFerraro if that spring and clip broke could it be possible for it not to have the pressure to pull

[@jennekarios658]

Hello, I have a 1998 Ram 1500 4x4 5.2L. I recently replaced the Governor Sensors on my transmission and it solved my "1-2 No Shift" issue. However, now i am having a problem with the 3 to 4 shift. When shifting from 3 to 4 my transmission will drop into 2nd for a second, then back into 3rd briefly, then finally it will shift into 4th. So shift sequence looks like this, 1,2,3,2,3,4. It also feels like my transmission is not engaging all the way, like it may be slipping or dragging or holding back. I know it could be a fuel pressure issue, i'm going to look into that as well. From a dead stop, when i hit the gas the truck feels like it has power, when it shifts into second gear, it feels like the trans is dragging or not fully engaging. I did also replace the accumulator spring with the Governor sensors and replaced the front band and adjusted both bands. Any help would be appreciated.

[@GaryFerraro]

Is this giving you any codes now? How did you check the fluid level?

[@danielrios8178]

Yes, the only code I am reading is P1899.

[@danielrios8178]

I checked the fluid in Neutral with park break on. I filled it up, and shifted through each gear and ran it for about 15 minutes and then checked it in Neutral.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@danielrios8178 do you know by chance the definition of the code?

[@danielrios8178]

Neutral/ parking switch

[@mr.airsoft8295]

I have a 46re in my pickup and every now and then I get a p0740 code, or torque converter clutch circuit malfunction. The thing is, I haven't noticed any issues at all with the shifting or how the vehicle drives. I've been clearing the code, and every time it just pops up about a month later. I just dropped the pan and didn't find anything concerning in the oil. I also changed out the filter and adjusted the bands. Obviously, this could mean something serious, I guess I'm just not sure since I haven't seen any real issues yet. Do you have any ideas what it could be, or if this is another common area of issue on these transmissions? Thanks.

[@GaryFerraro]

This issue could be a converter, could be worn bushings or possible valvebody problem

[@mr.airsoft8295]

@@GaryFerraro Thanks for responding. I think you're right that it's an internal issue. I'm going to have to do some more digging to decide where to go next in diagnosing the problem I think. If you have any suggestions that would be great.

[@mr.airsoft8295]

@@GaryFerraro Oh and by the way, I'm just going to throw this out there. I noticed recently that I didn't start getting this trouble code until after I had put new tires on the pickup, which are way larger than the stock size. Do you think this could possibly just be confusing the pcm into thinking there is a problem that really isn't there? I believe the vehicle gets its speed input from the rear differential, so the speedometer and other speed factors would theoretically be off due to the larger tires. I know for a fact that the speedometer is slow by about 5 mph now, when it used to be spot on with stock tires. So maybe the pcm thinks the torque converter should be locking up sooner/later (not sure which one) than it is due to the speed differences? I don't know, I just wanted to throw that out there.

[@andythompson3528]

I have a 98 Dodge Ram 1500 with the 46re. Whenever it’s in overdrive going between about 40-50 mph, it briefly pops out of overdrive and down to 4th gear and then it goes right back into overdrive. It usually only happens whenever I hit a bump in the road. I checked the trans fluid level and it was ok. No check engine light so I’m not sure if it’s throwing a code. Could this be a solenoid issue?

[@javieraviles6314]

Tremendous informative videos , will be assume to have a complete tear down of a 47RE from a 5.9 diesel engine . I dont see one in the library . Thanks ,

[@lukelason9888]

Very similar

[@GeneralMechanicGA]

Thanks sir Every time interesting info that keeps teaching us On how to or what to look for on our daily work!... Thanks Be blessed

[@GaryFerraro]

Thanks for watching

[@warrenmoore3006]

4 All-Star points(in the game) about your videos::: 1. Good audio 2. Good illustration/lighting3 Clean table & 4. Great Technical troubleshooter points

[@robertmurphy3607]

what causes my overdrive off light to come on and go into overdrive by its self????

[@GaryFerraro]

The computer may see a problem and it will flash the overdrive off light, can you get it scanned?

[@stevestewart3816]

I ha e a 96 jeep grand Cherokee limited with 46re transmission. Would this info apply to me?

[@jeepsblackpowderandlights4305]

Dunno if you even respond to your video.. but my 46re whines in the 1st 3 gears.. but stops in overdrive and lockup.. what does that mean ?

[@MotoVloggedOUT]

I’ve got a 2000 durango 4x4 with the 46RE, with around 174,000 miles. it seems to work ok besides on cold start being hesitant to move in reverse. But it’s leaking at the shift shaft seal and 8-pin connector to the valve body. I’m debating if it’s worth removing the trans to get to the shift shaft seal that’s leaking, as the removal tool trick didn’t work. It just pulled the rubber out of the seal and didn’t bite enough to remove it fully. Do you think the time involved in repairing these issues is worthwhile with the mileage on it?

[@billcat1840]

Ive installed a Transgo shift kit in my 46re..the diesel kit. Im hoping it addresses some of these issues

[@GaryFerraro]

it may, Transgo has good products

[@billcat1840]

@@GaryFerraro I installed it at 120,000. Im at 175,000 now with a band adjustment due..really firmed up the shifts..its supposed to address several issues, such as convertor drainback...im able to check fluid level in park now.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@billcat1840 Wow, thanks for the info

[@Moparmaga-1]

My truck when it's cold in 1st gear it kind of surges up and down or in & out of power. My spring has broke before also it likes to run in & out of 2 & 3 at about 30 mph. It's a 1999 dodge dakota 5.9 r/t 46re. Any ideas ?

[@GaryFerraro]

Do you have any codes, there are a couple of sensors that like to good bad on this trans, Have you checked the fluid level, check the fluid in Neutral not park

[@Moparmaga-1]

@@GaryFerraro so yes I did just check my fluid it's up about a quarter inch over full when hot... No codes at all & when the trans is warm it works great when I get on the throttle. Also another thing is I have a higher duration camshaft so I may need to get a stall converter.

[@boogiewoogie369]

Changed both solenoids on my 97 1500 5.9 dodge ram today. Still not shifting out of first. A lot of stuttering and jerking when it's trying to shift. Any ideas? I found a little bit of shredded metal on top of the filter. Truck has 187k on it.

[@GaryFerraro]

How is the cable? did you try to adjust it

[@jalatecompa]

hi in my 46re jeep zj 5.9. when cold i shift to D or R, jeep doesent move at idle i need to rev to 2500 to move same as R. when hot it works very good. Note. cruise control does not work

[@GaryFerraro]

just to confirm, fluid is full, must be checked in Neutral. How long does this problem last for in the morning,

[@jalatecompa]

@@GaryFerraro thnx sr i flush the gearbox oil and all the system, radiator hose desconected and start the jeep zj until it flushed, after that i replace gearbox filter and put fresh mopar atf4, now the zj is very very smooth. gearbox fluid never was replaced before it was in ther like 15 years!!!

[@GaryFerraro]

@@jalatecompa When you were checking the fluid, was the car in park or neutral?

[@jalatecompa]

neutral

[@GaryFerraro]

@@jalatecompa ok, that is correct way to check

[@connormifflin9379]

Can any 46re be swapped between vehicles, or are there different types of 46re transmission?

[@GaryFerraro]

Govenor solenoids and Transducers are different

[@marvinreams4120]

I have an 01 dodge ram 1500 got a code p0753 but just changed all the sensors and spring. Still wont shift into overdrive. Stays in third. What should i do.

[@GaryFerraro]

This is an electrical code for a shift solenoid (3-4) have you ohmed out the solenoid?

[@marvinreams4120]

@@GaryFerraro i have not but when i mess woth the plug in on top of the valve body for the od unit it works untill i shut tge truxk odd

[@GaryFerraro]

@@marvinreams4120 Could be a connection issue, is the connector locking in place? any corrosion ?

[@staceyhouse1832]

I found some copper pieces inside my transmission as u was doing the tear down. Any suggestions on what it is from?

[@GaryFerraro]

Check the planetary washers

[@staceyhouse1832]

@@GaryFerraro don’t think that’s it. It want let me load a pic or I would show you the pieces

[@GaryFerraro]

@@staceyhouse1832 my e-mail is [e-mail] send me a pic

[@staceyhouse1832]

@@GaryFerraro I figured it out. It was the bushing at the very end of the output shaft. Had to buy kit of 13 different bushings to get the one I need lol

[@GaryFerraro]

@@staceyhouse1832 Thanks for the update

[@KevinModz65]

Mine shifts really hard from 1st to 2nd (clunks) on takeoff from sitting still but downshifts just fine and no other problems, ideas?

[@GaryFerraro]

Can you tell me if any codes are present

[@wildbill23c]

Would a 46RE work behind the 4.0L Straight 6 in a Jeep Grand Cherokee? Would it be worth the swap if it would work, or are there some upgrades that could be done to the stock 42RE to make it last?

[@GaryFerraro]

46RE may not work, unit is twice the size, Never really upgraded anything, i just do the bushings, new solenoids, new o/d direct snap ring , just your basic overhaul

[@wildbill23c]

So the transmission itself isn't exactly as bad as the internet plays it out to be then?

[@GaryFerraro]

@@wildbill23c No, just like any other, they have there common problems, other than that they are not bad

[@wildbill23c]

Ok, thanks, no issues to really speak of, may do the solenoids for peace of mind, and a fluid and filter change here this spring on my 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Thank you for all your great very informative videos.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@wildbill23c Welcome, any other questions just let me know

[@MikeSmith-cn6ub]

Could the governor pressure be bad and the check engine light not be on. Because I have a Dodge Dakota 98 and It is stuck in first and I have reverse. But I have no check engine light on. I've changed speed sensor, TPS and the rear speed sensor on the rear end. And no luck still in first no luck. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in Advanced

[@GaryFerraro]

It certainly could, do you have a scan tool that shows live data?

[@MikeSmith-cn6ub]

@@GaryFerraro no I don't I did take it to O'Riley's auto parts and they said I have no codes or stored codes in the computer. I only have 1st and reverse iv chanced both speed sensors and the TPS and no luck I did look at the two cables that go to and from the transmission and they seem to be working correct any help is really appreciated I'm out of work and no money to spend but i can go to the local junk yard and get the parts if I can thanks for answering

[@MikeSmith-cn6ub]

Yea Gary I don't have a computer but I could use your help if you get a min I'd sure appreciate it thanks

[@GaryFerraro]

@@MikeSmith-cn6ub sure

[@MikeSmith-cn6ub]

@@GaryFerraro ok I did the governor selinoid and sensor Sunday truck worked after that Monday went to work drove it about 2 or three hours not straight but all day it did fine on the way home started doing the same thing parked it at the gas station went today got another governor and sendor put it in and nothing same thing what now

[@johngabriele6532]

I have a 97 1500 4x4 ram …. All of a sudden lost 4 gear … all other gears work perfectly… I had thought maybe the computer ECM went bad and just replaced it today and still no 4th gear

[@justinmochoruk1080]

Hi Gary, I have a 2001 dodge Dakota that seemingly skips second and when I shift it into second it slips through the whole gear. What would you recommend I do?

[@GaryFerraro]

make sure the adjustment for the band did not come loose, if thats ok have either a problem with the band or the apply Piston

[@justinmochoruk1080]

@@GaryFerraro thank you, I’m no transmission guy but that would require me to pull the transmission? And would it just be more worth it for me to bring it to a shop?

[@GaryFerraro]

@@justinmochoruk1080 If the band adjustment looks ok then yes, band adjustment is on the outside

[@greghardy8560]

Have a 46re in a Dodge Dakota 3.9 4x4 goes great in toward gears but after it warms up when put in reverse it stalls the engine it's an automatic transmission .almost acts like if it was manual and you let out on the clutch .if rear end is up in the air it doesn't stall any help greatly appreciate

[@GaryFerraro]

This could be an issue with the torque converter, could also be an issue with the trans cooler, if blocked can make engine stall. It starts right back up in neutral? any codes?

[@greghardy8560]

@@GaryFerraro yes starts right back up have replaced torque converter still same issue I think I may install aftermarket cooler and see what happens

[@greghardy8560]

I only have obd2 scanner so no way to scan for codes . Sir I really appreciate your time answering me back thank you very much

[@GaryFerraro]

@@greghardy8560 You could even eliminate the cooler as a test see if it stalls, if it still does possible tcc solenoid, maybe screen has crap on it. All ok engine wise

[@chadboling6075]

I have a 99 1500 4wd with a 5.2l engine, how do I know which transmission i have?

[@workingshlub8861]

most likely 46re..

[@beargibson3100]

I have a question. My 46re just started this yesterday. It feels weak in first gear, I thought I heard a sound like fabric moving across metal when in first. 2nd gear up still feels great. Trans was rebuilt and supposedly updated in 2017.

[@GaryFerraro]

so you have a noise in 1st and goes away when shifts to 2nd?

[@beargibson3100]

@@GaryFerraro in first only when first moving. After it gets moving it shifts nice and firm. Initial engagement is firm, but taking off feels like slipping on wet pavement. I had the trans shop drive it this morning, they built it, they had no definitive answer. They are very busy so I plan to change the fluid and filter tomorrow, and inspect the pan and inside. I'm a jack of all trades, just not on automatic transmissions. I'm baffled why it only acts up at when first taking off. The sound is like a belt slipping on an old washer going into the spin cycle.

[@beargibson3100]

@@GaryFerraro BTW Thank you for taking time out to reply.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@beargibson3100 could be forward clutch no good, if it's no good may squawk on take off. Reverse is ok?

[@beargibson3100]

@@GaryFerraro reverse works, firm engagment, but I have a downhill driveway. I can't say if its as soft as forward taking off.

[@FYS309]

Would the solenoids cause a hard shift whenever I give my truck about 50% throttle? just cruising around town it is fine, but when I'm trying to merge on the highway she shifts HARD. The fluid level was good, a little dirty, but good. I have the pan dropped right now and there is some debris on the magnet. Is that normal? 130k on this truck.

[@ChiefCabioch]

Hard is best, no clutch slippage, no heat generated from slipping, longer life,

[@thehavok4258]

Hey Gary, i got gremlin with my 2000 ram with a 46re. It was banging into drive and reverse and banging into overdrive (not firm shifts). Normally it would hit OD then kind of slowly go into TC lock, now it seems like its just banging into OD and TC lock all at once. Dropped the pan to do a fluid change and check bands and what not, had a lot of band chunks in the pan and the fluid was awful (just bought the truck). I got a solenoid kit, spring and a front band (all oem) and im going to change the fluid in the lines and everything. Is there anything else i should look into?

[@GaryFerraro]

are there by chance any codes?

[@thehavok4258]

@@GaryFerraro No codes oddly enough, I only put maybe 50 miles on it while it was doing this then dropped the pan to find all the chunks so its been sitting ever since.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@thehavok4258 so what actually do you feel or what happens when you say it bangs going into 4th, hard shift? It does this when the car is cold and hot?

[@thehavok4258]

@@GaryFerraro Doesn't matter if its cold or hot. When shifting into gear it hits hard and fast, lunges the vehicle a bit like im being rear ended and has kind of a clunk/bang to it like it has a bad u joint but it doesnt, i checked them already. I checked the tv line cable as well and thats adjusted properly as far as i can tell. EDIT Im sorry i didnt finish that thought, going into OD its like it tries to lock the TC right away and has a lunge and a bang to it that rattles the truck. feels just like the banging into drive and reverse. Also thanks for the replies, i appreciate it a lot!

[@wendyheller8916]

Gd video. My 96 ram 4x4 decided to take a hike 2 months after Engine rebuild. Love my truck though.

[@GaryFerraro]

That stinks, Thank you for watching

[@chadboling6075]

Happy New Year to you sir. I have a 44RE and it was driving and shifting fine and it suddenly lost all forward gears. It now has reverse only and it goes into reverse if you shift into low(1). There are no codes. Can you please give me some direction.

[@GaryFerraro]

What happens in Neutral, does it go in reverse too? Linkage ok?

[@chadboling6075]

@@GaryFerraro It does nothing in neutral, I have not checked linkage yet

[@GaryFerraro]

@@chadboling6075 Is it good reverse in low? Kinda thinking the forward clutch is bad or maybe the spline broke off the front planet gear

[@chadboling6075]

@@GaryFerraro Reverse works real good in low. Forward clutch is second drum in the case?

[@GaryFerraro]

@@chadboling6075 Yes, the one with the input shaft. Very strange this has good reverse in manual one

[@mx6expert2]

I have a 95 dodge dakota 5.2 with the 46rh it kinda shifts hard at times 4th is most of the time always hard but it also shifts quick in to 4th like as soon as it shifts from 2-3 it shifts agian in to 4th what could that be and where are these common for leaks thanks

[@GaryFerraro]

This should have a cable, did you try to adjust to space out the shifts?

[@mx6expert2]

@@GaryFerraro i did but it will eather just changes what gear it shifts fast out of like when i first got the truck it would shift into 2nd for like a sec and then quickly into 3rd now it shifts fine thru 2nd but quick out of 3rd and its still harsh into 4th eather way i ajust it

[@Ashroyer86]

What would cause this transmission to run okay but when towing overheat? I was towing a 3000 lb car on a trailer that I'm guessing weighs around 1500 lbs.

[@GaryFerraro]

The extra weight is probably causing the converter to slip which will produce heat

[@Ashroyer86]

@@GaryFerraro is a beefier converter the answer? After the temp light came on i noticed at red lights the truck would take a second to move after applying throttle. Which i was guessing may be converter related. These 46res seem to have a lot of flaws.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@Ashroyer86 That would help also you should make sure the lock up circuit is good, pump bushing, stator bushing, lock-up solenoid.

[@Ashroyer86]

@silverbird58 overdrive off on back roads. Probably mostly 2nd and 3rd gear driving with slight hills.

[@michaelbaskinmichael9862]

Have one that goes when cold but nothing when warmed up

[@scartifactsjeremyc6504]

Mine shifts out of overdrive and back into overdrive going around 60mph whatcha think is wrong?

[@GaryFerraro]

any codes?

[@GaryFerraro]

@@scartifactsjeremyc6504 has the 02 code always been there, something wrong with engine can make this happen

[@scartifactsjeremyc6504]

@@GaryFerraro So I assume the plenum gasket clogged my catalic convertor and o2 sensor . But I think the transmission thing is a weak ground from the alternator . I just got the truck a month ago they said the transmission was rebuilt 6000 miles ago .

[@GaryFerraro]

@@scartifactsjeremyc6504 very possible, i would look into that

[@JohnnyBoyKe1998]

I wish you would show us how to REPLACE THE ACTUAL SNAP RING?

[@GaryFerraro]

I have a rebuild video on a 42RE, i should show it there

[@radjbhaggoe1486]

hi, i have a dodge durango 1998, have change the trans acouple months ago. when i start the car anp put in drive ,its like moving in the second gear[heavy pulling]. when driven acouple miles ,than its strat shifting from the first again..all the gears are shifting smooth,, any advice???? already change fluid and filters

[@GaryFerraro]

Any codes? what is the engine size?

[@radjbhaggoe1486]

@@GaryFerraro no codes till now, its a 5.2 l V8 magnum. 1998 4WhD, the problem is the first to the second when its cold. after driving a couple miles then its ok.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@radjbhaggoe1486 1-2 for sure not 2-3(that's more of a common problem)

[@radjbhaggoe1486]

@@GaryFerraro ,thanks for your response, ..its 1-2 ,when its cold.... 2-3 en 3-4.....is shifting smooth.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@radjbhaggoe1486 The band comes on in 2nd gear, maybe something wrong with the seals that apply the band, No shift solenoids involved. Have you tried adjusting the cable?

[@wynters25]

I even changed all the solenoids over so I know that's not what do you think

[@GaryFerraro]

Has to be some issue with the forward drum, do you have manual low

[@blackheartt420]

@Gary Ferraro i am so having shifting problems i know the damn things are bad but which one tells trans temp that it the code i am getting so yeah lol

[@jonathenweise6840]

Believe I'm having harness integrity issues as well as a faulty solenoid in my 46RE

[@jonathancollins3934]

Mines got a whining sound in all gears except park and won’t catch gear good

[@user-ev3xm7np8x]

So I have a 2nd gear start. I changed the gov sensor and solenoid along with spring and wiring harnesses. Still the same issue. Code is 1763. I also change the throttle sensor bc if I Manual shift down to first it isles down and cuts off. Can anyone help guide me in the right direction? Thanks

[@GaryFerraro]

Can I have year, make, model and engine size please. Does it start out in 2nd and upshift to 4th?

[@user-ev3xm7np8x]

Gary Ferraro 97 Dodge Ram 1500 5.2 Y vin. Starts in 2nd and does have a funky shift up so it may jump to 4th

[@GaryFerraro]

@@user-ev3xm7np8x Still same code? do you have a scanner that shows live data?

[@user-ev3xm7np8x]

Gary Ferraro no, but I’m trying to get access to one. I’ll let you know. I’m going to double check damaged wires. I fixed two already one hooked to the sensor on side of trans near pan I replaced with the gov. Sensor/solenoid. The other was abs pass side. I may redo them both.

[@kalebswenson22]

How does the 46re read fluid temperature??

[@GaryFerraro]

Check it in Neutral at operating temp. Do not check in Park

[@alejandroroman6463]

I have a 2001 ram 1500 5.2 I have a shifting problem the rpms keep going up and won't shift I've taken to get the trans rebuilt and it happened again

[@GaryFerraro]

So no shift out of first?

[@alejandroroman6463]

@@GaryFerraro nope rpms go up and I would have to move the shifter from D to 2 and back to D for it to shift

[@GaryFerraro]

@@alejandroroman6463 ok, so starting out in 3rd like it's in failsafe

[@alejandroroman6463]

@@GaryFerraro what do you think the problem.is ? Should.i just swap it with another trans ?

[@GaryFerraro]

Would like to know if any codes are present. May be electrical. Problem

[@billmiller1498]

My transmission just stopped shifting at all, it's like it kicked itself in to neutral. It was rebuilt not to long ago.

[@GaryFerraro]

ok, so does not move or does not shift out of first? year,make and model please

[@billmiller1498]

It's a 1999 Dodge 1500, I left work, and got half way home, and there wasn't any shifting. No 1st, 2nd, or anything

[@billmiller1498]

There's no forward, or reverse, fluid is good,

[@davidganser531]

My 95 46rh wont shift out of 1st? Any ideas?

[@MikeSmith-cn6ub]

@@davidganser531 it's the governor selinoid and sensor drop the pan their right there about an hour job make sure you change filter and fluid while in there and you should be roasting the tires off of it 😀 your welcome. Lol 🤣good luck. But that's it for sure

[@johnz8210]

Great information. Thanks for taking the time to share it.

[@GaryFerraro]

Thanks for watching John, please subscribe.

[@johnz8210]

@@GaryFerraro Hello. I am subscribed. Your videos are great - a wealth of knowledge. I appreciate all of them.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@johnz8210 Thanks John, any questions just let me know.

[@boomhower4731]

4 friction a 3 steels were in my forward drum but the annoying part is 4 new friction and 3 new steels make it impossible to to get the flat snapring in because the stack is too thick . ive taken it apart and tried putting it back together so many times already thinking somethings wasnt seated right but cant figure it out . not sure if the kit i got sent me too thick of steels or what . anyone have any idea what the issue could be?

[@GaryFerraro]

what is the thickness of the forward clutch? the forward and direct clutches are different but will fit in each drum, forward clutches are thinner than the direct clutch

[@boomhower4731]

@@GaryFerraro id have to look to be sure but maybe i am talking about direct drive, the half with the shaft . the bellville spring, plastic spacer and wavy ring seem to all be installed correct . im hoping i didnt use the correct ones somewhere else but i dont know if thats possible lol . but the frictions do seem thicker than the ones that came out and the ones that came out still seem to have material and i would reuse them if i had to but id rather not .but i will confirm the thickness once i get back to it . i dont feel like ive screwed up cuz i cant think of my mistake and it has me stumped should i take that all apart again and reassemble like make sure the piston seals are infact seated right and hub/shaft is installed on drum fully . im sure it is but i dont know if its the thicknesses or if its something not seated fully and its putting it all out. ends up with the snapring being too thick for the groove cuz the clutch stack is high enough to cover some of the snapring groove and ive tried some force to compress it abit and still no luck. Thank you for your reply . its out of a 2001 durango r/t if that makes a difference . this is my first rebuild . my 2001 durango 5.9 slt needs a rebuild too but i want to drop a 440 block into the r/t so i am going to use the trans im rebuilding to replace the 46re in the 2001 slt . then im hoping to rebuild that and replace the 44re in my 99 5.2 slt with that 46re and use it with the part time transfer case the 99slt has.. the transmissions appear to be the same length visually do you think that 44re to 46re swap would work? .

[@boomhower4731]

@@GaryFerraro Thank you again for the reply . I dont have access to a micrometer but comparing the new steels to the old ones there is quite a visual difference in thickness so i think the steels are my issue . i might just use the old steels , they dont appear to be warped but they need a clean lol .

[@GaryFerraro]

@@boomhower4731 ok, just make sure the clutch disc's are the thinner ones, they go in the forward drum(drum with shaft) and the thicker cluthes go in the direct drum(no shaft and thats the drum right behind the pump that has the band wrapped around it)

[@boomhower4731]

@@GaryFerraro I dont know if I have mixed things up somewhere from the kit but all of the clutches that i have appear to be the same as each other all the same thickness , no thinner or thicker . besides those 2 drums is there anywhere else in the transmission deeper in that use the same size? Maybe I used the wrong ones somewhere else? . thanks .

[@manuelolivares3838]

My 99 ram 1500 sport 5.9 magnum my truck starts off good but skips 2nd gear and jumps into 3rd

[@GaryFerraro]

Any codes? sounds like the front band may be no good

[@josefranciscohdez3054]

Thankyou Gary God bless you.

[@GaryFerraro]

Thanks for watching

[@doriantorres548]

Best video out there! Gary could you help me ! 01 Ram 1500, started out with shifting problems. I replaced gov with a kit that includes everything, i have no problems shifting now just losing reverse also the codes p1762 p1763 they wont go away. (2 weeks old)

[@GaryFerraro]

ok, so you clear the codes and they come back? If it upshifts ok, goes into 3rd ok, then you have a problem with the reverse band

[@doriantorres548]

@@GaryFerraro upshifts perfectly fine i dont even feel it most the time. I have reset the ecu, the codes just dont go away ive been driving the truck in limp mode for about a year now. I'll look up on the bands never had to do that before thanks !! I appreciate it

[@GaryFerraro]

@@doriantorres548 It shifts or you have been driving in limp mode? Have you tried a different scan tool To clear codes

[@matthewstephen6713]

Hello thank you for posting this video. I have a 1998 dodge with the 46RE The truck had problems shifting from 1st to 2nd. But the real issues was when I lost park. I tried to shift into park but it wouldn’t go. I removed the shift linkage and the transmission still wouldn’t shift into park. I dropped the pan and found the anchor sitting in the pan and also the bands were super loose for adjustment. What are your thoughts on why I possibly lost park ? I know that their is a park rod in the transmission. Thanks again, Matt

[@GaryFerraro]

so with the cable disconnected and just moving the linkage on the trans there is no park?

[@woodyahh2110]

Ok here's on one 1996 dodge ram 5.9 gas 2500 2x2 46RE. Stalls when you stop. Shifts fine no slipping I can keep it from stalling buy putting in neutral before coming to a complete stop after stop put in drive then proceed Also when stopped lurches when put in reverse sometimes Have changed all solenoids Trans came out of 2000 dodge ram 4x4 5.9 gas I don't have a code reader Yes I got creative It was working no problems for awhile I think it is the torque convertor

[@GaryFerraro]

You can put it in Neutral but when you drop it back in drive it may stall out. Sometimes some crap clogs the solenoid screen causing it to stall or could be converter too

[@woodyahh2110]

@@GaryFerraro no Drive to neutral stop park back to drive works fine If you leave it in drive and stop it stalls

[@GaryFerraro]

@@woodyahh2110 ok, got it