What jeeps have AX15 transmission?
The Aisin-Warner AX15 transmission is a very successful, medium-duty, standard shift, five-speed transmission. It was introduced in the 1988 (mid-year) YJ Wrangler and XJ / MJ Cherokee / Comanche Jeeps, and found in 1989*-1999 Jeep XJ, YJ, and TJ models.
What automatic transmission is in a 2000 Jeep Wrangler?
Powertrain
| Engine | Year | Transmission |
|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L AMC Straight-6 engine | 1997–2002 | 3-speed 32RH automatic |
| 2003–2006 | 4-speed 42RLE automatic | |
| 1997–1999 | 5-speed AX-15 manual | |
| 2000–2004 | 5-speed NV3550 manual |
Who makes the AX-15 transmission?
The Aisin-Warner AX15 is a split-case five-speed transmission built by Aisin and used in vehicles with AMC and Mopar 4.0/4.2-L I6 engines.
How much power can a AX15 handle?
It’s rated for 300ft-lbs on the dot.
Will AX15 replace AX5?
You can now install the AX15 in place of the AX5 to gain some drivetrain strength. The nice thing is that when you are ready to replace the 4 cylinder with a larger V6 or V8, the AX15 is an ideal transmission for the power increase. This kit is for either the NP207 or NP231 Transfer case.
How much torque can a AX15 handle?
It has become the medium duty 5 speed of choice. It is plenty strong for a medium size small block V8. All five gears are fully synchronized and shift very smoothly and easily. This unit is conservatively rated by New Venture Gear at 300 ft/lbs torque handling capacity.
What’s better for 4×4 manual or automatic?
Driving an automatic transmission 4×4 is simply easier than driving a manual transmission 4×4. Automatic transmission provides a smooth driving experience. Automatic transmission is also better suited to better tackle inclines and is at a much smaller risk of stalling compared to manual transmission vehicles.
When did the Aisin AX15 transmission come out?
AX15 transmissions were used between 1988 to 1999 in the Jeep vehicles. Since these Jeeps are getting up in mileage, a new AX15 makes sense as a direct retrofit. Available in both an internal and external release bearing design. AX15 retrofitting the AX5: This is a newer kit for all 4 cylinder Jeeps 1987 to 2002.
Is the Aisin AX15 transmission similar to the Jeep NV3550?
Although the torque specifications are not listed on this transmission in any service manual, we feel it’s similar enough to the NV3550. The NV3550 was the transmission that superseded the AX15; and Jeep used the same engine with the same vehicle ratings.
When did the Dodge AX15 5 speed transmission come out?
The AX15 manual 5 speed transmission was used by Dodge in the Dakota 1992 to 1999, the Isuzu Trooper 1998 to 2002 and the Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and other Jeep models between 1990 to 2000.
What’s the gear ratio on an Aisin-Warner AX15?
Gear ratios for the AX15 are: 3.83, 2.33, 1.44, 1.00, 0.79, for first through fifth, respectively. The 4wd version of the AX15 transmission case is 16-1/2″ long.