The Hyundai A4BF1 4-speed automatic transmission was produced only from 1995 to 2001 and was installed in front-wheel drive models such as the Lantra J2 and the similar Coupe. This automatic transmission was developed jointly with Mitsubishi and is similar in design to the F4A22.
A4AF/BF Family: A4AF1, A4AF2, A4AF3, A4BF1, A4BF2, A4BF3.
Specifications
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | front |
| Engine volume, l | up to 2.0 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 180 |
| Recommended oil | Hyundai ATF SP III |
| Oil capacity, liter | 6.7 |
| Partial replacement, liter | 4.5 |
| Maintenance | every 80 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~270 000 km |
Gear ratios Hyundai-Kia A4BF1
Using the example of a 1997 Hyundai Coupe with a 1.8 liter engine:
| Main | 4.345 |
| 1st | 2.551 |
| 2nd | 1.488 |
| 3rd | 1.000 |
| 4th | 0.685 |
| Reverse | 2.176 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Hyundai Coupe 1 (RD) in 1996 – 2001;
- Hyundai Lantra 2 (RD) in 1995 – 2000.
Disadvantages of the Hyundai-Kia A4BF1 gearbox
- The build quality of automatic transmissions in the early years of production was severely compromised, as were the quality of some components;
- Otherwise, most problems with this automatic transmission are related to rapid wear of the bushings;
- This causes a drop in lubrication pressure, which immediately causes the clutch packs to burn;
- The wear products then clog the valve body channels, causing the transmission to struggle;
- The differential and solenoid wiring are also considered weak points in the transmission.
