Symptoms:

  • Erratic shifts
  • 2-3 Shuttle
  • Temperature-sensitive shifts
  • No 3rd
  • No 4th
  • 2nd Gear starts

Cause:

The non-anodized valves score and seize in the bore.

Correction:

Sonnax 4-3 manual downshift valve is hardcoat anodized with annular grooves which eliminate surface wear and reduce valve hang-up.
  • 4T60-E, 4T65-E 4-3 Manual Downshift Valve 84754-39K
  • 4T60-E, 4T65-E 4-3 Manual Downshift Valve 84754-39K

You need this if...

Vacuum testing at the port(s) indicated fails to hold the recommended minimum in-Hg, or if wear is visually detected.

4T60-E, 4T65-E 4-3 Manual Downshift Valve Vacuum Test Locations