The Jatco RN3F01A 3-speed automatic transmission was first introduced in 1981 and was essentially the very first front-wheel drive transmission from the Japanese carmaker Nissan. This automatic transmission was installed in many popular Nissan models with engines up to 1.8 liters.
Specifications
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Type of drive | front |
| Engine volume, l | up to 1.8 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 150 |
| Recommended oil | Nissan AT-Matic D Fluid |
| Oil capacity, liter | 5.7 |
| Replacing the oil | every 55 000 km |
| Replacing the filter | every 55 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~200 000 km |
Gear ratios Jatco RN3F01A
Using the example of a 1983 Nissan Bluebird with a 1.8 liter engine:
| Main | 3.607 |
| 1st | 2.826 |
| 2nd | 1.543 |
| 3rd | 1.000 |
| Reverse | 2.364 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Nissan Pulsar N12 in 1982 – 1986;
- Nissan Pulsar N13 in 1986 – 1990;
- Nissan Sentra B11 in 1982 – 1986;
- Nissan Sentra B12 in 1986 – 1990;
- Nissan Stanza T11 in 1981 – 1986;
- Nissan Bluebird U11 in 1983 – 1990.
Disadvantages of the Jatco RN3F01A gearbox
- The only serious problem considered is oil starvation due to leaks;
- Due to dried-out seals and gaskets, grease often leaks from the gearbox.
