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'''GM TH400 automatic transmission'''
 
'''GM TH400 automatic transmission'''
  
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The secret of longevity:
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Essential maintenance:
  
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Change oil and filter frequently
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*Change oil and filter frequently
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Flush cooler for time to time
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*Flush cooler for time to time
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Keep oil cool 65-80 deg C
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*Keep oil cool 65-80 deg C
  
  
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If used intensively recommend oil change every six months. Filters changed ???
 
If used intensively recommend oil change every six months. Filters changed ???
  
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Current transmission warranted until summer 2020 (check invoice for date). In event of failure take the unit to Newbury Auto Transmissions in Boundary Road. They have been notified of suspected low pump pressure from the outset (Skylaunch built box has 100 psi under load, NT built one only 65 psi. under load, but the box seems to be performing well as of Oct 2019.
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Current transmission warranted until summer 2020 (check invoice for date). In event of failure take the unit to Newbury Auto Transmissions in Boundary Road. They have been notified of suspected low pump pressure from the outset (Skylaunch built box has 100 psi under load, NT built one only 65 psi under load), but the box seems to be performing well as of Oct 2019.
  
 
'''Gear lever positions'''
 
'''Gear lever positions'''
  
 
Shift positions for TH400 [[Media:TH400.pdf‎]]
 
Shift positions for TH400 [[Media:TH400.pdf‎]]

Latest revision as of 15:32, 17 October 2019

GM TH400 automatic transmission

Essential maintenance:

  • Change oil and filter frequently
  • Flush cooler for time to time
  • Keep oil cool 65-80 deg C


When changing oil, disconnect inflow hose from external oil filter and run engine until oil stops draining, shut down engine and reconnect hose. When refilling use Dextron II ATF. Fill to top mark then run engine, check oil level after running the engine under load and top up to middle mark. Filter should be changed one a year.

Internal filter change requires removal of gearbox sump. Do not over torque gasket. Take care not to loose plastic pick up pipe which connects filter to gearbox.

If used intensively recommend oil change every six months. Filters changed ???

Current transmission warranted until summer 2020 (check invoice for date). In event of failure take the unit to Newbury Auto Transmissions in Boundary Road. They have been notified of suspected low pump pressure from the outset (Skylaunch built box has 100 psi under load, NT built one only 65 psi under load), but the box seems to be performing well as of Oct 2019.

Gear lever positions

Shift positions for TH400 Media:TH400.pdf‎