Transmission General Specifications

2009 Chevrolet Uplander LT, 3.9 MSECTION Transmission General Specifications
Name Hydra-matic 4T65-E
RPO Codes M15
Production Location Warren, MI
Vehicle Platform
Engine/Transmission Usage
U
Transaxle Drive Transverse Mounted Front Wheel Drive
1st Gear Ratio 2.921:1
2nd Gear Ratio 1.568:1
3rd Gear Ratio 1.000:1
4th Gear Ratio 0.705:1
Reverse 2.385:1
Torque Converter Size
Diameter of Torque Converter Turbine
245 mm
Pressure Taps Line Pressure
Transaxle Fluid Type DEXRON® VI
Transaxle Fluid Capacity
Approximate
Bottom Pan Removal (2WD): 7.0 L (7.4 qts)
Complete Overhaul (2WD): 9.5 L (10.0 qts)
Dry (2WD): 12.7 L (13.4 qts)
Transaxle Type: 4 Four Forward Gears
Transaxle Type: T Transverse Mount
Transaxle Type: 65 Product Series
Transaxle Type: E Electronic Controls
Chain Ratios
Designates Number of Teeth on the Drive/Driven Sprockets
35/35
Final Drive Ratios 3.29
Overall Final Drive Ratios 3.29
Position Quadrant P, R, N, D, 3, 2, 1
Case Material Die Cast Aluminum
Transaxle Weight Dry 87.9 kg (194.2 lbs)
Transaxle Weight Wet 97.0 kg (214.4 lbs)
Maximum Trailer Towing Capacity 907 kg (2000 lbs)
Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 2903 kg (6,400 lbs)
RENDER: 1.0x

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