Chrysler Town & Country is one of the historic series of the American carmaker Chrysler Corporation. Production began as early as 1941 and continued until 2016 ! Over the 75 years of its existence, it has undergone countless versions, which have seen it go from a 6-cylinder engine engine with a power output of 112 hp. to a 4.0 V6 engine engine delivering 240 hp.
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Chrysler Town & Country's various gearboxes
The first version of the Chrysler Town & Country is now reserved for collectors. It was equipped with a manual gearbox with... 3 speeds ! In the 1960s, this manual gearbox retained its 3 gears, but benefited from Synchromesh technology technology, which facilitated smooth gear shifting.
At the same time, Chrysler Corporation has decided to start equipping Chrysler Town & Country models with the TorqueFlite automatic transmission. Initially limited to 3 forward gears and 1 reverse, its capacity gradually increased until it now offers 8 speeds. This automatic transmission system can be found, for example, on the gearbox of the Chrysler Town & Country VI 440CI 210.
The latest models are usually equipped with a 6-speed automatic gearboxlike the gearbox on the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country Wagon 4-door Limited. Combined with the V6 engine, it delivers more than enough performance to keep the car running smoothly.
Maintain the gearbox of your Chrysler Town & Country!
Good maintenance is essential to ensure the long life of your gearbox. It will also enable you toanticipate malfunctions.
It is therefore essential to regularly check your transmission oil. It should be at the level recommended by the manufacturer. It must also be kept clean. If the fluid level is too low, add the product corresponding to the part number of your automatic or manual gearbox. If the oil is clogged, have it oil change. In fact, it's advisable to change your transmission oil every 60,000 kilometers or so.
To extend the life of your gearbox, you can also adopt a fluid driving styleavoiding jerky acceleration and braking.
Finally, don't hesitate to ask your mechanic toperiodically inspect the gearbox of your Chrysler Town & Country. This will enable him to spot wear on the parts in advance, and potentially remedy the problem.
The most common problems with your Chrysler Town & Country gearbox
Wear and tear due to the age and mileage of the vehicle, insufficient insufficient transmission transmission oil and rough driving are the main causes of gearbox malfunctions on your Chrysler Town & Country.
In general, automatic or manual gearboxes don't break down suddenly, but wear out gradually. This gives you time to to detect the signs of malfunction before proceeding with the repair. These include
- unusual noises;
- engaged gears that skip ;
- difficult gear shifts ;
- a burning smell in the cabin;
- transmission fluid leaks ;
- and, of course, the warning light on the dashboard.
If one of these events occurs, react quickly to avoid damage and higher repair costs.
Gearbox repair tips for your Chrysler Town & Country
A delicate operation repair of your Chrysler Town & Country gearbox gearbox is also of the utmost importance in preserving the integrity of your vehicle. A mistake could cause damage with consequences difficult to measure. We therefore strongly advise you to call on the services of your trusted garage.
However, if you wish to carry out the repair yourself, you must first gain access to access to your gearbox. On a Chrysler Town & Country, this is usually located next to the engine, in the transverse position. You'll need to lift the car and and secure it with sturdy stanchions..
Then remove all obstructions, disconnect the various components after carefully noting the location of the connections and, finally, carefully remove the gearbox.
A leak can be detected directly on the seals. If this search is unsuccessful, check all components. They may show signs of wear signs of wear or deterioration. All that remains is to replace the faulty part.
Once again, we recommend that you call in a competent garage mechanic!
A new gearbox for your Chrysler Town & Country
Your mechanic will also be able to tell you whether the gearbox replacement is necessary is necessary, for example in the case of major damage.
To get the best prices, don't hesitate to buy your new gearbox yourself. Your garage's quote will be that much lower! EDEN BOITES is your professional partner for gearboxes. Visit our website to find your Chrysler gearbox for your vehicle, then ask us for an online quote to find out about our prices and delivery charges.
Finally, remember that we take back your used automatic or manual gearbox Just hand it over to our delivery man!
