The Chrysler 42RLE 4-speed automatic transmission was produced in the United States from 2002 to 2012 and installed in rear- and all-wheel-drive Chrysler models, including Jeeps and Dodge pickups. In some markets, this transmission is known as the Chrysler 300C automatic transmission and the similar Dodge Charger.
Specifications
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | rear / all wheel |
| Engine volume, l | up to 4.0 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 350 |
| Recommended oil | Mopar ATF+4 (MS-9602) |
| Oil capacity, liter | 8.5 |
| Replacing the oil | every 60 000 km |
| Replacing the filter | every 60 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~300 000 km |
Gear ratios Chrysler 42RLE
Using the example of a 2005 Chrysler 300C with a 3.5 liter engine:
| Main | 3.64 |
| 1st | 2.84 |
| 2nd | 1.57 |
| 3rd | 1.00 |
| 4th | 0.69 |
| Reverse | 2.21 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Chrysler 300C 1 (LX) in 2004 – 2010;
- Dodge Charger 1 (LX) in 2005 – 2010;
- Dodge Challenger 3 (LC) in 2008 – 2010;
- Dodge Dakota 3 (ND) in 2004 – 2011;
- Dodge Durango 2 (HB) in 2003 – 2008;
- Dodge Magnum 1 (LE) in 2004 – 2008;
- Dodge Nitro 1 (KA) in 2006 – 2011;
- Jeep Cherokee 3 (KJ) in 2002 – 2007; Cherokee 4 (KK) in 2007 – 2012;
- Jeep Wrangler 2 (TJ) in 2002 – 2006; Wrangler 3 (JK) in 2006 – 2011;
- Mitsubishi Endeavor 1 (D7) in 2003 – 2011;
- Mitsubishi Raider 1 (ND) in 2005 – 2009.
Disadvantages of the Chrysler 42RLE gearbox
- Under intense acceleration, the torque converter clutch in this transmission wears out quickly;
- If it’s not replaced promptly, the oil pump bushing will break and leak;
- Wear debris contaminates the solenoid block, which requires regular cleaning;
- The transmission also doesn’t tolerate slippage, which is where the planetary gear fails;
- Electrically, the input and output speed sensors often fail in the automatic transmission.
