How much fluid does a 700R4 hold?
| Transmission Fluid Capacity | |
|---|---|
| Transmission (w/ Stock Pan) | # of Quarts |
| GM 700R4/4L60E | 6 |
| GM 2004R | 6 |
| GM 4L80E | 7.7 |
What type of fluid does a 700R4 take?
700r4 Transmission Specifications Chart
| Description | Spec |
|---|---|
| Fluid Type | DEXRON VI |
| Max Torque | 350nm +/- |
| Image | |
| Gasket/Bolt Pattern | 16 bolt |
How much fluid does a 700R4 transmission hold?
The 700R4 case is a single piece constructed of cast aluminum. The transmission is 23.4 inches long and weighs 155 pounds. The transmission holds a total of approximately 11 quarts of transmission fluid.
When did the 700R4 automatic transmission come out?
The 700R4 was first introduced in 1982, and served as a replacement to the TH350, which was a 3 speed automatic transmission. As is expected with all new system, especially with such a major re-design, some design issues were present with the original release.
What kind of transmission does a GM TH700R4 have?
The TH700R4 transmission was designed to replace the TH350 transmission. It is a GM automatic transmission designed for rear wheel drive vehicles.
Where is the transmission mount on a 700R4?
The transmission mount location on the 700R4 is also a few inches further back (21.25” vs 19.5” with the TH350) so a new crossmember or some fabrication will be required. The TH350 uses a kick down cable.
What kind of transmission fluid does a 700R4 use?
It had a case length of 23.5″~ and a weight of a 170 lbs~ without fluid inside it. The recommended transmission fluid is Dextron VI with a capacity of 11 Quarts. The transmission case had 16 bolts and a transfer case of aluminum.
What should I do if my 700R4 transmission is slipping?
When your 700r4 transmission is slipping or won’t lock, it’s most likely a problem with the converter inside the transmission. However, the first thing you should always do when your transmission is slipping is to replace the transmission fluid and flush it. So the first thing I would recommend is to check the transmission fluid level.
How much torque can a 700R4 transmission handle?
The transmission is pretty reliable and can handle torque up to around 350nm~; remember that there are only reported numbers, and it can differ a bit. A lot of you reported that you wondered what the differences are between a k-case and the typical case for the 700r4 transmission.
What’s the difference between a 700R4 and a 4L60?
Well, the 700r4 uses a TV cable as the speedometer, and the 4L60 is an electronically controlled transmission, so if you see wires coming to the transmission on the rear of the transmission on the passenger side, you have a 4L60. The safest way of checking your transmission is to look at the identification tag on the transmission.