Gearbox Jatco RL4F03A

Gearbox Jatco RL4F03A
Type
4-speed automatic
Drive
FWD
Torque
up to 260 Nm
Engine size
up to 3.0 L
Oil capacity
8.7 LNissan AT-Matic D Fluid
Lifespan
~300 000 km

The Jatco RL4F03A 4-speed automatic transmission was first introduced in 1990 and marked the beginning of one of the most common automatic transmission families of its time. This transmission, with hydraulic shift control, was installed with engines up to 3.0-liter.

Specifications

Type automatic transmission
Number of gears 4
Type of drive front
Engine volume, l up to 3.0
Torque output, Nm up to 260
Recommended oil Nissan AT-Matic D Fluid
Oil capacity, liter 8.7
Replacing the oil every 60 000 km
Replacing the filter every 60 000 km
Gearbox lifespan, km ~300 000 km

Gear ratios Jatco RL4F03A

Using the example of a 1992 Nissan Bluebird with a 1.8 liter engine:

Main 3.605
1st 2.861
2nd 1.562
3rd 1.000
4th 0.697
Reverse 2.310

Using

The transmission was installed on:

  • Infiniti G20 P10 in 1990 – 1996;
  • Nissan Primera P10 in 1990 – 1996;
  • Nissan Pulsar N14 in 1990 – 1995;
  • Nissan Sentra B13 in 1990 – 1994;
  • Nissan Bluebird U13 in 1991 – 1997.

Disadvantages of the Jatco RL4F03A gearbox

  • One of the most reliable automatic transmissions in its class has no weak points;
  • Problems here are caused by the drying out of various seals and gaskets;
  • All this leads to leaks and oil starvation of the mechanical parts of the automatic transmission.

Frequently asked questions about the Jatco RL4F03A

What type of transmission is the Jatco RL4F03A?

The Jatco RL4F03A is a 4-speed automatic transmission for front-wheel drive cars.

How much torque can the Jatco RL4F03A handle?

The Jatco RL4F03A is designed for torque up to 260 Nm and engines up to 3.0 liters.

How much oil does the Jatco RL4F03A take and which one?

The Jatco RL4F03A takes 8.7 liters of oil. Recommended oil: Nissan AT-Matic D Fluid.

How often should the Jatco RL4F03A be serviced?

Oil change: every 60 000 km. Filter replacement: every 60 000 km.

How long does the Jatco RL4F03A last?

With proper maintenance, the Jatco RL4F03A typically lasts about 300 000 km.

What are the gear ratios of the Jatco RL4F03A?

Using the example of a 1992 Nissan Bluebird with a 1.8 liter engine: final drive 3.605, 1st 2.861, 2nd 1.562, 3rd 1.000, 4th 0.697, reverse 2.310.

What cars was the Jatco RL4F03A installed on?

Infiniti G20 P10 in 1990 - 1996; Nissan Primera P10 in 1990 - 1996; Nissan Pulsar N14 in 1990 - 1995; Nissan Sentra B13 in 1990 - 1994; Nissan Bluebird U13 in 1991 - 1997.

What are the common problems of the Jatco RL4F03A?

One of the most reliable automatic transmissions in its class has no weak points. Problems here are caused by the drying out of various seals and gaskets. All known problems.

El Guardiola
Author
El Guardiola

Doctor of Technical Sciences, former engineer at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee (10 years of experience), holder of certificates and patents for inventions, author of a training manual for employees of the Volkswagen Group of America.
I consider the automotive transmission to be one of the most ingenious mechanisms in a car and I want to provide information about gearboxes to a wide range of car owners.

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