Dodge Ram Transmission



The quickest way to solve most Dodge Ram 1500 transmission problems, is to buy a used 46RE transmission or a used 545RFE transmission. They’re relatively inexpensive,. 518, REVERSE SERVO PISTON 2.479' O.D. USED WITH DOUBLE WRAP BAND DODGE CHRYSLER A518 46RH 46RE 47RE A618 48RE Transmission Parts: 518, REVERSE SERVO PISTON 2.812' O.D. DODGE CHRYSLER A518 46RH 46RE 47RE A618 48RE Transmission Parts 518, REPROGRAMMING KIT TFOD, 4 Speed Full Manual Control-Race (Transgo) (88-04) TF 500-518-618 88-03 4 speed Except 03-up 48RE.

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We carry automatic and manual units for the Dodge Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 series pickup trucks.


What transmission is in my Dodge Ram?

First manufactured in 1981, the Dodge Ram line of pickups has been named Truck of the Year four times by 'Motor Trend' magazine and is currently built in Michigan and Mexico. These durable pickups provide years of reliable service, but, like all mechanical contrivances, components do eventually need replaced. However, when the transmission needs repaired or replaced in your durable pickup truck, how do you know which of the available transmissions you need to order?


All of the Dodge Ram transmissions have an identifying code on them, but it may not be easy to interpret. The first set of numbers indicates the part number, the second set indicates the build date and the remaining digits indicate the serial number. Documented owners can contact Dodge directly and obtain the transmission information from them via U.S. mail, although this takes close to a month and sometimes that is too long to wait for the information to arrive.


45RFE
The 45RFE tranny was manufactured in Indiana and was typically used in the 1500 series pickup in 3.7L and 4.7L models for the 2002 production year.


545RFE
This is an automatic tranny and was originally designated the 45RFE. The 545RFE was typically used in the 3.7L, 4.7L and 5.7L Hemi models for the production years 2003-2011.


68RFE and AS68RC
The 68RFE was first used 2007 in the 2500 and 3500 series with the 6.7L Cummins ISB diesel engine. For production year 2007.5 and subsequent, the Aisin AS68RC was used.


65RFE and 66RFE
Available as of the 2012 model year, the 65RFE and 66RFE trannies are recalibrated editions of the 545RFE with the addition of a torque converter. The 65RFE is available on the 1500 series in the 3.7L and 4.7L models; the 66RFE is available on the 2500 series in the 5.7L model and the Chassis Cab 3500 5.7L models.


42RE
Also known as a 40RH, this medium duty A998 tranny has electronic control and overdrive; it was renamed from A500 and was used on 2WD pickup models 150 and 1500 with both V6 and V8 engines.


46RH or A518
Originally named A518, this A727 overdrive tranny was renamed the 46RH and began to be used in 1992 for the series 1500, 2500 and 3500 V8 engines as well as in the Ramcharger SUV 5.2L and 5.9L V8 models for the production years 1992 and 1993.


46RE
A second generation model A518 A727 tranny with electronic control and overdrive, the 46RE was used on all V8 Ram pickup models for the production years 1996-2002.


47RH or A618
A more heavy duty version of the 46RH, this model was used in the 2500 and 3500 series with the Cummins ISB Diesel and Iron V10 as well as the SRT-10 for the production years 1994-1995.


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47RE
A second generation model A618 A727 heavy duty tranny with electronic control and overdrive, the 47RE was used on series 2500 and 3500 Diesel V10 models for the production years 1996-2002.


48RE
The big brother to the 47 series, the 48RE is a 4-speed automatic, electronically controlled, heavy duty tranny used as follows:
•Series 2500 and 3500 models with ISB Diesel or HO ISB Diesel, for production years 2003-2004.
•Series 2500 and 3500 models with 600/610 Diesel, for production years 2004-2007.
•Series SRT-10 for production years 2004-2006.


G56
This 6-speed manual model was built by Mercedes for use in medium to heavy duty trucks with a gross vehicle weight of between 7 tons and 12 tons. Used in all models of the pickups, including the Sterling Bullet, for the production years from 2010 to present.

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Getrag G360
A 5-speed manual transmission, the Getrag G360 was available on ¾ ton and 1 ton trucks with the 5.9L Cummins diesel engine for the production years 1989-1993. Due to some reliability issues, it was often replaced with the NV4500 5-speed standard tranny.


NV3500
Short for New Venture Gear, this model is a 5-speed overdrive manual tranny used in the light to medium duty 1500 series pickups manufactured from 1994 to 2001 and in the 2500 series for production years 1994 and 1995.


NV4500
The New Venture Gear 4500, or NV4500 or NVG4500, is a 5-speed manual tranny used on both standard duty and heavy duty models as follows:
•Used with the 5.9L V8 model for production years 1992-2002.
•Used with the 2500 and 3500 series 5.7L Hemi model for production years 2003-2005.
•Used with the 5.9L Cummins Turbo Diesel model and 8.0 V10 model for production years 1994-2005.


NV5600
Available for both 2WD and 4WD models of both the 2500 and 3500 series with the Cummins 24-valve turbo diesel for the production years 1999 to the present, the NV5600 is a 6-speed standard tranny.


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Transmission

The transmission applications featured on this page cover the Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 extending through the following years

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The full-size pickup truck is the no.1 segment of the American automotive industry and while this mostly refers to a half-ton pickup truck, HD iterations play an important role as well. That’s why the 2022 Dodge Ram 2500 may come with some nice updates, even though we are talking about a model that has been around for a quite short time. Simply, the competition is getting stronger every year, so constant updates are necessary.

Yearly updates are usually about new standard equipment, visual packages and similar things. However, the 2022 Dodge Ram 2500 will probably come with something more substantial. We are talking about transmission for the diesel model, which currently uses a little bit outdated gearbox. On the other side, gasoline models use a sophisticated ZF-sourced unit, so changes in this aspect definitely won’t come. Despite the potential updates, we don’t expect to see the new model much earlier, so the launch date should be scheduled for the second half of the year.

2022 Dodge Ram 2500 Could Get Allison Transmission

As we’ve just mentioned, the 2022 Dodge Ram 2500 could come with one big change. We are talking about transmission, particularly in the case of the diesel model. It looks like it could switch to Allison’s new 10-speed unit, which would definitely have a positive impact on the overall performance.

The current version uses a well-known 6-speed unit from Aisin. Although pretty durable and reliable, this transmission lags behind closest rivals, mainly in terms of speeds, as rivals use a 10-speed unit. In this case, if this pickup truck, doesn’t have much influence on towing and hauling, but we’ve noticed a less refined ride, as well as slightly lower mpg ratings.

On the other side, the gasoline model will carry on with 8-speed automatic transmission.

2022 Dodge Ram 2500 Design

Other than the possible transmission change, the 2022 Dodge Ram 2500 should carry on in the same way. We are talking about a model that is still pretty fresh and more than competitive. It offers a styling the looks both elegant and rugged at the same time. More importantly, it features an advanced suspension setup, which provides impressive, class-leading ride quality. That’s definitely one of the Ram 2500’s strongest point.

For the next year, we don’t expect to see any particular change. Still, there is always a chance to see typical yearly updates, such as new color options, new visual packages and similar things.

Interior

The same thing goes for interior design. This model features by far the best-looking cabin in the class, which offers impressive build quality, fine materials and attractive aesthetics. Combined with the impressive ride quality, you get an impressive level of comfort, which becomes even higher if you pick more upscale versions, with more equipment and features.

Speaking of the features, we might see a couple of novelties for the 2022 Dodge Ram 2500. However, most of the things are about to remain the same, just like the trim level organization. The Tradesman will remain a typical workhorse, while the Big Horn will be a bit of an upgrade. The Laramie remains a mid-range option, with a good balance between price and the amount of standard equipment. Finally, there are Longhorn and Limited trim levels, which are where luxury begins.

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Of course, you may count on the Power Wagon, an off-road version of this heavy-duty pickup truck, which comes with all kinds of visual and mechanical upgrades.

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2022 Dodge Ram 2500 Engines

Other than the possible transmission change, things under the hood are about to remain the same. Therefore, base models will continue with a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine, which puts out around 410 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. This one comes in pair with a ZF-sourced 8-speed automatic transmission.

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On the other side, the diesel version might get a new 10-speed Allison transmission, as we already mentioned. The engine, though, will carry one without changes in terms of power, so you may count on a max output of 370 horsepower and 850 pound-feet of torque. Some rumors say we could see more powerful versions, which are currently reserved for the 3500 model, in the offer too.

2022 Dodge Ram 2500 Release Date and Price

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Despite the possible changes, we don’t expect that the 2022 Dodge Ram 2500 will come much earlier than usual. So, we expect to see it in the last quarter of the year, with the starting price of around 36.000 dollars.