62TE Transmission for Sale | OEM Chrysler 6-Speed FWD Automatic Transaxle

Description

Transmission Background

The Chrysler 62TE is the 6-speed FWD automatic transaxle developed by Chrysler and Stellantis as a derivative of the long-running 41TE / 42LE Ultradrive 4-speed family. It debuted in 2007 with the Chrysler Sebring (3.5L V6) and quickly expanded to the Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Journey, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler 200, and the Ram ProMaster commercial van. The 62TE remains in production as of 2020 for the Ram ProMaster application. It is manufactured at the Chrysler Kokomo Transmission Plant in Kokomo, Indiana.

The 62TE has a unique gearing strategy that includes a 4th-prime kickdown gear in addition to the standard 6 forward gears. Standard gear ratios are 1st 4.127:1 (deep first for strong acceleration), 2nd 2.842:1, 3rd 2.284:1, 4th 1.452:1, 4th-prime 1.570:1 (kickdown only, activated under heavy throttle for passing), 5th 1.000:1 (direct drive), 6th 0.689:1 (overdrive), and reverse 3.214:1. Effectively the 62TE provides 5 underdrive gears, one direct, and one overdrive. The deep first gear (4.127) and overdrive sixth (0.689) give the 62TE both strong launch behavior and good highway fuel economy.

The 62TE is rated to 260 lb-ft of torque from the factory and uses ATF+4 (Mopar-specific automatic transmission fluid). Capacity is approximately 8 quarts, the case is cast aluminum, and the unit weighs 215 lbs dry. Input shaft has 23 splines, output shaft has 32 splines. The bell housing matches the standard Chrysler FWD pattern compatible with the 2.4L, 3.3L, 3.5L, 3.6L Pentastar, 3.8L, and 4.0L engines. The 62TE was used in two distinct bell housing configurations: the RT platform (Town & Country, Grand Caravan, Journey, Sebring, Avenger, Pacifica, Chrysler 200, Routan) and the VF platform (Ram ProMaster). These are NOT directly bolt-compatible despite sharing the 62TE designation.

A documented used OEM 62TE with verified platform, final drive ratio, engine pairing, snap ring status, and donor history is the right replacement for any Chrysler, Dodge, or Ram FWD application from 2007 onward. We document the platform (RT car/minivan versus VF ProMaster), final drive ratio (3.246 for 3.8L, 3.16 for 3.6L Pentastar and 4.0L), engine pairing, snap ring status (critical for the 3rd/6th gear loss issue), and donor vehicle on every order before shipping.

When Replacement Becomes Necessary

• Loss of 3rd or 6th gear (the most documented 62TE failure pattern, caused by snap ring disengagement)
• Hard or delayed engagement when shifting into drive or reverse
• Torque converter shudder, particularly at light throttle on the highway (TCC issue)
• Burning smell from transmission, indicating fluid breakdown or clutch wear
• Slipping in any gear, particularly during the 4th-prime kickdown
• Limp behavior with the transmission stuck in 3rd (limp-home mode)
• P0700 to P0799 series transmission codes
• Pump cross-leak causing harsh shifts and accelerated wear

What to Know Before You Buy

• Platform matters: the RT platform (car and minivan applications) and the VF platform (Ram ProMaster) are NOT directly bolt-compatible despite sharing the 62TE designation. Bell housing geometry differs. We confirm platform on every order.
• Snap ring failure is the dominant 62TE issue: a snap ring in the 3rd/6th planetary gear assembly is prone to disengaging on high-mileage units, causing loss of 3rd and 6th gear simultaneously. Updated snap rings exist; we inspect for this issue and disclose status.
• Final drive ratio matters: 3.246 final drive is used with the 3.8L V6. 3.16 final drive is used with the 3.6L Pentastar and the 4.0L V6. Wrong ratio creates speedometer error and inappropriate shift behavior.
• Engine pairing matters: the 2.4L, 3.3L, 3.5L, 3.6L Pentastar, 3.8L, and 4.0L each have specific bell housing bolt patterns and torque converter combinations. Verify engine pairing.
• ATF+4 only: the 62TE requires Mopar ATF+4 transmission fluid. Generic ATF causes harsh shifts, accelerated wear, and triggers TCM faults. Plan a complete fluid flush at installation.

62TE Variants by Platform and Engine

Critical buyer information:

What Ships and What Does Not

Direct-Fit Vehicle Applications

Snap Ring Failure Reference

Not sure if this fits? Call us. We verify platform and engine pairing before every order ships.

Search Terms Buyers Use

Used OEM Versus Professional Rebuild

For a Town & Country, Grand Caravan, Journey, Pacifica, Sebring, Avenger, or Chrysler 200 with a failed 62TE, a documented used unit with platform and engine pairing verified is the cost-effective replacement path. For a Ram ProMaster commercial application or a high-mileage vehicle, a professional rebuild with an updated 3rd/6th snap ring, fresh clutches, and a new torque converter is the better long-term investment. Rebuilt 62TEs with the snap ring update typically run $2,500 to $4,000 from established Chrysler transmission shops, plus the torque converter.

Inspection Workflow

• Test stand pressure and shift testing across all 6 forward gears plus 4th-prime kickdown and reverse
• Platform confirmed: RT (car/minivan) or VF (Ram ProMaster) documented
• Final drive ratio identified: 3.246 or 3.16
• Engine pairing verified: 2.4L, 3.3L, 3.5L, 3.6L Pentastar, 3.8L, or 4.0L
• Snap ring status inspected for 3rd/6th gear loss risk
• Torque converter clutch slip behavior assessed
• External seal inspection at pan, axle seals, and pump

Pre-Purchase Buyer Notes

• Match platform exactly: an RT-platform 62TE will not bolt to a ProMaster engine without significant modification. VF-platform units have different bell housing geometry.
• Verify engine pairing: an RT 62TE behind a 3.6L Pentastar uses a 3.16 final drive, while an RT 62TE behind a 3.8L uses a 3.246 final drive. Wrong final drive ratio creates speedometer error.
• Plan for the snap ring update: even on a documented unit, the snap ring fix is the right preventive maintenance at install on any pre-2014 62TE. Inexpensive insurance against the primary failure mode.
• Use ATF+4 only: Mopar-specific automatic transmission fluid. Generic ATF triggers TCM faults and accelerates internal wear.
• Match donor vehicle to your application: minivan and car 62TEs see lighter duty cycles than commercial ProMaster units. Disclose donor vehicle and use case on the call.

Why Buy From Part Nests

• Platform confirmed: RT (car/minivan) or VF (Ram ProMaster) documented before payment
• Final drive ratio identified: 3.246 or 3.16
• Engine pairing verified across the 2.4L, 3.3L, 3.5L, 3.6L Pentastar, 3.8L, and 4.0L
• Snap ring status inspected, the 62TE’s signature failure addressed
• All 6 forward gears plus 4th-prime kickdown and reverse pressure tested before shipment
• No core return required
• Free freight pallet delivery to every state
• 15 day replacement warranty against internal defects
• Call us to speak with someone who knows 62TE platform differences, snap ring failure patterns, and Chrysler engine pairing requirements