The Mazda G4A-EL 4-speed automatic transmission was assembled by the company from 1987 to 1992 and was installed on such well-known models of the concern as 323, 626, MX-6 and a similar Ford Probe. A lightweight version with the index G4A-HL was installed on versions of the 323 model with smaller engines.
Mazda gearboxes: F3A, G4A‑EL, GF4A‑EL, F4A‑EL, AW6A‑EL, FW6A‑EL / GW6A‑EL, SJ6A‑EL.
Specifications
| Production years | 1987 – 1992 |
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | front |
| Engine volume, l | up to 3.0 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 230 |
| Recommended oil | Dexelia ATF M-III |
| Oil capacity, liter | 6.8 |
| Replacing the oil | every 65,000 km |
| Replacing the filter | every 65,000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
Gear ratios Mazda G4A-EL
Using the example of a Mazda 626 1991 with a 2.0 liter engine:
| Main | 3.700 |
| 1st | 2.800 |
| 2nd | 1.540 |
| 3rd | 1.000 |
| 4th | 0.700 |
| Reverse | 2.330 |
The transmission was installed on:
- Mazda 323 IV (BG) in 1989 – 1991;
- Mazda 626 III (GD) in 1987 – 1992;
- Mazda MX-6 I (GD) in 1987 – 1992.
As 4EAT-G was installed on:
- Ford Probe 1 (SN8) in 1988 – 1992.
Disadvantages of the Mazda G4A-EL gearbox
- Since the gearbox is installed with powerful motors, all its problems are associated with wear.
- The torque converter clutch is the first to give out, clogging the lubricant and solenoids of the automatic transmission.
- The wear on the bushings will make itself known through progressive transmission vibrations.
- Overdrive and Reverse clutch drums are also often replaced.
- Consumables here include the brake band and torque converter oil seal.
