Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Overhaul - A-413 & A-470: Description
Chrysler Motors automatic transaxles combine a torque converter, fully automatic 3-speed transaxle, final drive gearing and differential into a front wheel drive system. The torque converter, transaxle and differential are housed in an integral aluminum die casting. The differential and transaxle share a common oil sump.
The transaxle consists of 2 multiple disc clutches, an overrunning clutch, 2 servos, a hydraulic accumulator, 2 bands and 2 planetary gear sets to provide 3 forward gear ratios and a reverse ratio. The hydraulic system consists of an oil pump and a single valve body which contains all valves except the governor valve.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.