What type of tranny do I have?
#1
07-14-2006, 07:56 PM
What type of tranny do I have?
The code on all the body tags is DGB ... I looked in my Service Manual (and the on-line one posted here) and that code is not listed. The pan is big and square (like the picture for the type 46) but the under-hood sticker says "DGB - STD DUTY 4SPD AUTO TRANS". I would take that to mean Type 42. I have a tough time believing that Dodge would mate a Type 42 behind a 360 on a 4x4. This thing has been ridden HARD (for about 85K) and put up wet ... and survived. I mean ZERO maintenance. I think I checked the fluid once around 20k. It did come from the factory with an external cooler but I can't believe that tiny thing made THAT much difference. I've heard that Dodge trannys were junk but that's not been my experience.
So do I have a Type 42 and have been lucky or do I have a Type 46 ... and have been lucky?
So do I have a Type 42 and have been lucky or do I have a Type 46 ... and have been lucky?
#3
07-14-2006, 09:25 PM
RE: What type of tranny do I have?
From dodgeram.org...
1998-2001 42, R46, R47 RE
Automatic Transmission Specs
Automatic, 4-Speed Overdrive Gear Ratios
Transmission 42RE 46RE 47RE
Order Code DGK DGT DGP
1st Gear 2.74 2.45 2.45
2nd Gear 1.54 1.45 1.45
3rd Gear 1.00 1.00 1.00
4th Gear 0.69 0.69 0.69
R Gear 2.21 2.21 2.21
Torque Converter
Diameter 273 mm
(10.75 in.) 273 mm
(10.75 in.) 310 mm
(12.2 in.)
Input Torque
Rating (ft-lb) NA NA 450
GCVW (lb) 7,800 14,000 19,000
Application V6 2WD
V6 4WD, V8
V10, Diesel
Refill Capacity after a fluid change - 47RE: 6 1/2 quarts reported on the TDR Forum.
Automatic Transmission Identification
Transmission identification numbers are stamped on the driver side of the case flange just above the oil pan gasket (just below the TV lever). There will be a 9 digit part number, a space, a 4 digit build date, a spave, and a 4 digit serial number.
Subject: Re: [RAM] (RAM) Transmission ID
To: ramtruck
> It's time to change the filter and adjust the bands on my truck. Is there an
> easy way to identify my transmission? (47RE or 46RE)?
Auto Trans code breaks down like this:
4 = 4 forward speeds
6 = strength of trans. (1-9, higher number, stronger trans.)
R = Rear wheel drive
H=Hydraulic controlled, E = Electronic controlled shift
Automatic Transmission Specs
Automatic, 4-Speed Overdrive Gear Ratios
Transmission 42RE 46RE 47RE
Order Code DGK DGT DGP
1st Gear 2.74 2.45 2.45
2nd Gear 1.54 1.45 1.45
3rd Gear 1.00 1.00 1.00
4th Gear 0.69 0.69 0.69
R Gear 2.21 2.21 2.21
Torque Converter
Diameter 273 mm
(10.75 in.) 273 mm
(10.75 in.) 310 mm
(12.2 in.)
Input Torque
Rating (ft-lb) NA NA 450
GCVW (lb) 7,800 14,000 19,000
Application V6 2WD
V6 4WD, V8
V10, Diesel
Refill Capacity after a fluid change - 47RE: 6 1/2 quarts reported on the TDR Forum.
Automatic Transmission Identification
Transmission identification numbers are stamped on the driver side of the case flange just above the oil pan gasket (just below the TV lever). There will be a 9 digit part number, a space, a 4 digit build date, a spave, and a 4 digit serial number.
Subject: Re: [RAM] (RAM) Transmission ID
To: ramtruck
> It's time to change the filter and adjust the bands on my truck. Is there an
> easy way to identify my transmission? (47RE or 46RE)?
Auto Trans code breaks down like this:
4 = 4 forward speeds
6 = strength of trans. (1-9, higher number, stronger trans.)
R = Rear wheel drive
H=Hydraulic controlled, E = Electronic controlled shift
#4
07-14-2006, 09:55 PM
RE: What type of tranny do I have?
Ok ... based on what I'm seeing ... I'm going to assume I've got a 46RE. Even though the order code DGB (which appears on two different tags on my truck) doesn't cross to any known tranny type ... wierd. Maybe it's a holdover from `97? It was manufactured in January `98 so it's pretty late for that. I tried looking at the numbers on the tranny itself but the exhaust pipe and frame are in PERFECT position to keep me from getting a good look.
I will NOT hesitate to pull this thing out if I have to ...
Thanks guys.
I will NOT hesitate to pull this thing out if I have to ...
Thanks guys.
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07-14-2006, 10:38 PM
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RE: What type of tranny do I have?
The 42 was only used for the v6 Rams 
You have a 46RE.
If you want to know what the truck came with from the factory, contact dodge for a build sheet at this link: http://www-5.dodge.com/wccsapp/unive...ull&category=R
You have a 46RE.If you want to know what the truck came with from the factory, contact dodge for a build sheet at this link: http://www-5.dodge.com/wccsapp/unive...ull&category=R
#6
07-15-2006, 12:49 PM
RE: What type of tranny do I have?
DGB
Description
All 4-Speed Automatic Transmissions
Applies to Vehicle Family
AB, AN, BE, BR, BT, BW, BX, CS, D1, D2, DC, DH, DJ, DN, DR, DS, DU, DX, FJ, GS, HB, HC, J2, J4, J7, J8, JA, JK, JL, JR, JS, JX, K1, KJ, KK, L1, LH, NB, ND, NM, NS, P2, P5, PG, PL, PR, PT, PV, R1, R2, RG, RS, ST, TJ, W1, WD, WG, WH, WJ, WK, WL, WX, XJ, XK, XL, YK, Z1, ZG, ZJ
Description
All 4-Speed Automatic Transmissions
Applies to Vehicle Family
AB, AN, BE, BR, BT, BW, BX, CS, D1, D2, DC, DH, DJ, DN, DR, DS, DU, DX, FJ, GS, HB, HC, J2, J4, J7, J8, JA, JK, JL, JR, JS, JX, K1, KJ, KK, L1, LH, NB, ND, NM, NS, P2, P5, PG, PL, PR, PT, PV, R1, R2, RG, RS, ST, TJ, W1, WD, WG, WH, WJ, WK, WL, WX, XJ, XK, XL, YK, Z1, ZG, ZJ
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07-17-2006, 12:01 AM
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