How does a jeep CVT transmission work?

How does a jeep CVT transmission work?

Just what is a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)? It’s a bit like a snowmobile transmission: One pulley attaches to the engine, the other pulley attaches to the transmission. The belt moves the power in between them. As the name proposes, this transmission modifies setups constantly.

What kind of transmission does a Jeep Wrangler have?

The 42RLE is a medium duty overdrive, 4-speed, automatic transmission that lives in Wranglers born from 2003 to 2011. These transmissions feature four forward gears including one overdrive gear. With an aluminum housing, the NV1550 was a short-lived 5-speed manual transmission for Jeep Wranglers.

What kind of engine does a 2008 Jeep Wrangler have?

An optional three-panel hardtop incorporated removable sections above driver, front passenger and rear passenger. A 3.8-liter V-6 engine remains the sole drivetrain for the 2008 Wrangler, producing 202 horsepower and 237 ft-lbs of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard across all trim levels, while a four-speed automatic is optional.

How to change automatic transmission on JK Wrangler?

1. Park your Jeep JK Wrangler on level ground and remove the 3 bolts securing your automatic transmission skid plate to your Jeep JK Wrangler’s frame rails and cross member. You will need an 18mm socket for this job.

Where is the transmission located on a Jeep Cherokee?

The transmission in a Jeep is identified by an identification plate. This plate is stamped on the housing of the transmission and the location can vary, depending on the model year of your Jeep.

An optional three-panel hardtop incorporated removable sections above driver, front passenger and rear passenger. A 3.8-liter V-6 engine remains the sole drivetrain for the 2008 Wrangler, producing 202 horsepower and 237 ft-lbs of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard across all trim levels, while a four-speed automatic is optional.

The 42RLE is a medium duty overdrive, 4-speed, automatic transmission that lives in Wranglers born from 2003 to 2011. These transmissions feature four forward gears including one overdrive gear. With an aluminum housing, the NV1550 was a short-lived 5-speed manual transmission for Jeep Wranglers.

What kind of engine does a Jeep Wrangler JK have?

A six-speed manual transmission is standard across all trim levels, while a four-speed automatic is optional. Fuel economy was consistent with previous editions at 16/22 city/hwy, depending on model.

What kind of fluid does a Jeep Wrangler use?

Note: To check the transmission fluid level on 2012 and later models with the NAG1 transmission, and models with the 42RLE transmission but no dipstick, a special dipstick (part no. 9336A) will be required. It can be purchased from many auto parts stores, or online.