Ram also needs to pair a better transmission to the 6. A fully refreshed ram truck marked the birth if first generation dodge ram 3500 1993 2001. The worst complaints are failed transmission, power train. The transmission shifted easily, i had no trouble finding the gears, the transmission was quieter than my nv4500 5 speed and, unlike my 5 speed which always seems to scratch through the 3rd gear synchronizer, the 6 speed was buttery smooth. Our list of 48 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your dodge ram 3500.
The g56 is a great transmission, and it is lighter than its predecessor the nv5600. Complete manual transmissions for dodge ram 3500 ebay. Nv5600 6 speed transmission has severe gear clash in third and fourth. Nv5600 6 speed manual transmission diesel power products. We have 17 2001 dodge ram 3500 vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 0 1owner cars, and 2 personal use cars. Rear axle lubricant is any sae 80w90 gear oil that meets mill2105c and api gl 5 quality specifications. Determining if the transmission is manual or automatic and, if manual, whether it is five or six speed, are the first steps to identifying the ram 3500 transmission.
I changed the speed output sensor about a month ago when i noticed the slugish. Based on this data and further analysis, we predict reliability. The later model ram 3500 diesel has the 6speed 68rfe, the as68rc, or the. If the transmission is slipping or hesitating, this can be caused by worn transmission bands which will need to be replaced by a professional transmission shop or a chrysler dealership. Used dodge ram 1500 with manual transmission for sale. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. In this video i drive around a relatively stock 2001 dodge ram 2500 with the cummins 5. By first identifying whether the transmission is automatic or manual essentially identifies the transmission on the ram 3500. Dodge ram fluid capacity and specification information. Dodge ram nv5600 six speed manual transmission problem update. Dodge ram 2500 questions when pusshing on clutch pedal its.
Axles intended for heavyduty or trailer tow should use sae 75w140 synthetic api gl 5 gear lubricant. The nv5600, however, is a brute that appears to have the muscle it takes to get the job done. Once rams manual transmission sales bottomed out, it was likely no. Is this a normal thing on the dodge transmissions i have 2 other. Today i pulled a load of a cord of eucalyptus and when i put the tranny in 2, it would not shift from second to third. The nv5600 6speed brings a new meaning to the term light duty. This transmission is fully synchronized and has helical gears, with dual. Seiki as68rc 6speed automatic transmission may not have been incorrectly. The nv5600 6 speed manual transmission was used from 19982005 in dodge 34ton and oneton trucks 2500 and 3500 series that featured the cummins 5. Some of the 99 and 2000 nv5600 were behind standard hp output cummins, so they had a 1. Two fivespeed manual transmissions were used on the 1994 dodge ram. Oct 18, 2017 this is my long overdue project, swapping out the old, slipping 47re to a new nv4500. Dodge ram 3500 problems find the most common issues based on car owner complaints. The otherwise reliable dodge nv4500 4x4 manual transmission has one fault, a tendency for 5th gear failure, we have the solution.
What type of oil goes in my dodge 25003500 manual shift. The 2004 version was available only in a single cab with a 6speed manual transmission and a hurst shifter. Below you will find a detailed parts list for the dodge g56 manual transmission that includes complete rebuilt transmissions, bearing rebuild kits with and without syncro rings, individual bearings, syncro components, gears, shaftscase, retainer and performance clutch kits. How to identify a dodge cummins 3500 transmission it. The 2009 dodge ram 3500 has had six recalls, but none that deal with the transmission problems owners have had with this heavyduty truck. Manual transmission parts for dodge ram 3500 for sale ebay. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 40 2001 ram 1500 models nationwide. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. The nv5600 6 speed brings a new meaning to the term light duty. May 24, 2012 manual transmission are being revived. I would like to try a 6 speed with a 12 valve engine sometime just to see how the extra gear would help with the narrow powerband of the older engines. Dodge ram 2500 3500 6 speed g56 transmission shifter boot, g5686.
Manual transmission 2500 pickup 3500 pickup 20052017 vin l 4x4 fits. Dodge ram 2500 3500 6 speed g56 transmission shifter boot, g5686 4. I have a 1996 dodge ram 1500 that i bought a few months ago and the transmission is all ready having problems. Let us see if we can free up this nv4500 5 speed transmission from being stuck in gear. The dodge nv5600 transmission was introduced in 1998 and, until 2005, was used in 2500 and 3500 series dodge ram pickups as well as 34ton and 1ton dodge trucks with the 5. This is my long overdue project, swapping out the old, slipping 47re to a new nv4500. I had the same problems shifting as most of your posts indicate. The nv5600 6speed manual transmission was used from 19982005 in dodge 34ton and oneton trucks 2500 and 3500 series that featured the cummins 5. Jan 21, 2017 how to rebuild a mercedesbenz 6 speed g56 manual transmission in a dodge ram with a cummins turbo diesel. The nv4500 is a fivespeed heavyduty transmission used by dodge and chevrolet from 1994 to 2005. The automatic is either the 47re or rh, and the five speed manual is either the getrag 360 or the nv4500. The nv5600 is a six speed manual transmission built by new venture. Both 5 speed transmissions that had their own little idiosyncrasies.
Transmissions offered with the cummins diesel include the chryslermanufactured 47rh and re automatics, as well as the getrag g360 and new venture 4500 and 5600 manual transmissions. Everything from complete transmission failure to leaking seals have plagued the ram. I feel your pain for me, the 6 speed tranny has worked great i have no problem with it except. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for dodge ram 3500 when you shop the largest online selection at. Dodge ram 3500 auto transmission problems it still runs. Ultimately, the nv5600 is a highly sought after transmission due to its overall integrity and. South bend clutch nv4500 nv5600 g56 6 speed 6 speed dodge. Dodge ram 2500 questions when pusshing on clutch pedal. The 2006 ram 3500 has been plagued with the most transmission complaints and problems. The new truck pulling a trailer would quickly buzz to the red line gear after gear. Here at high gear we see all kinds of problems with different transmissions.
Posted to the tdroundtable by michael brolin on 11222001. It feels like the transmission slips when driving around 4555 mph, with or without od. Rate ats built nv4500 5 speed manual transmission 9402 5. Dodge g56 6 speed manual transmission midwest transmission. Check out the deal on ats built nv4500 5 speed manual transmission 9402 5. Dodge ram 3500 parts and accessories at moparpartsgiant.
The 2001 dodge ram 3500 has 7 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Luk offers a complete line of highquality slave and master cylinders for import and domestic vehicle applications. In this video i drive around a relatively stock 2001 dodge ram 2500 with. While i was driving in sixth gear, it made a popping noise and felt like it was dragging from the bottom of the truck and the transmission fluid leaked out.
What can go wrong with the g56, 6speed manual transmission. How to troubleshoot a dodge truck transmission it still runs. This transmission has a cast iron case and aluminum bell housing and extension housing. Dodge ram 1500 2500 3500 standard transmission 2001, clutch master cylinder by luk. Both were made by new venture gear, a joint venture of gm and chrysler, and had a 1. The fifth gear locknut retainer locks the nut to the spline on the main shaft. The automatic is either the 47re or rh, and the fivespeed manual is either the getrag 360 or the nv4500. Used dodge ram 1500 with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Sorry for my french accent haha, please like the video. View and download dodge ram 3500 owners manual online. May 21, 2012 posted in auto parts, manual transmission.
Tagged dodge 25003500 transmission, high gear, high gear transmission, manual transmission, nv5600 6speed transmission, oil for dodge truck transmission, standard transmission, transmission fluid, transmission oil. For 2005, dodge released a quad cab version of the viperv10powered truck with a modified 48re fourspeed automatic transmission from the ram with the cummins turbodiesel engine. The nv4500 is a five speed heavyduty transmission used by dodge and chevrolet from 1994 to 2005. Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission problems. Diesel power products carries the bd short shift kit 0305 5. Having issues diagnosing problems with your dodge g56 6 speed manual transmission we can help. What can go wrong with the g56, 6speed manual transmission for 20072012 dodge 3500 trucks.
A fully refreshed ram truck marked the birth if first generation dodge ram 3500 19932001. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Chrylser and new venture gear beefed up the nv5600 and the clutch for 2001 to better support uprating the engine. In terms of its uses in the light duty diesel market, it was factory installed as an option in the 2000 through early 2005 model year rams, replaced in midmodel year 2005 by the g56.
In the past, we have only had available the getrag 360 and the nv4500. Get detailed information on the 2001 dodge ram 3500 including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more. Price highest first price lowest first 2007 dodge ram 2500 4dr slt 4wd 5. Rear limited slip traclok and varilok axles require chrysler friction modifier 4318060. I did the drive there and back in 4 legs and averaged on the display of. Rebuilt dodge nv5600 transmission remanufactured 4x4. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict. A five speed from 0105, the allison gained double overdrive in 06 and the sixspeed. Transmission problems 2001 dodge dodge cummins diesel forum. The g56 is manufactured in brazil, and has great reputation there.
Manual transmission problem of the 2001 dodge ram 3500 3. We have also listed our performance upgrade parts for you nv4500 manual transmission. How to rebuild a mercedesbenz 6 speed g56 manual transmission in a dodge ram with a cummins turbo diesel. I spent some time asking questions about the problems with the transmission that caused the nv5600 production delays for the last two years. Nv4500 transmission repair solution fifth gear repair.
Cummins 6speed g56 transmission disassembly youtube. The dodge nv5600 transmission was introduced in 1998 and, until 2005, was used in 2500 and 3500series dodge ram pickups as well as 34ton and 1ton dodge trucks with the 5. Driving sounds cummins 24 valve nv5600 6 speed manual. Now, it grinds when i try to get it into third gear. Rebuilt dodge nv5600 transmission remanufactured 4x4 tranny.