Symptoms:

  • No lockup
  • Code P0741
  • Falls out of lockup when hot
  • Converter shudder
  • High TCC slip RPM

Cause:

Continuous oscillation of the converter apply valve in the cast-aluminum bore causes bore wear that prevents the valve from stroking to the lock-up position.

Correction:

Sonnax drop-in TCC apply valve kit provides a positive seal to ensure proper valve stroke, and more valve support to prevent side loading that leads to wear.

4T65-E

TCC Apply Valve Kit
Part No. 84754-43K

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In GM 4T65-E units, continuous oscillation of the converter apply valve in the cast-aluminum bore causes bore wear, particularly at the TCC signal valve spool closest to the solenoid. Wear in this area allows TCC signal oil to leak, which inhibits the valve from stroking to the lockup position. Due to the valve body casting design and oil flow, this valve is also subject to extreme side loading, which increases the wear rate. Early OE versions of this valve were made from non-anodized aluminum, and show significant wear marks.

  • Hardcoat anodized aluminum valve with an expandable PTFE seal on the TCC signal valve spool provides a positive seal to ensure proper stroking of the valve
  • The most inward Sonnax valve spool is almost 2.5 times longer then the OE spool, creating more valve-to-bore sealing area
  • Greater sealing area combined with annular grooves allows the valve to stay centered in the bore and prevents side loading
  • A replacement O-ring has been included for the OE end plug, to be used after inspecting the TCC regulated apply valve
  • Drop-in Zip Valve™ parts install quickly and easily
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Always inspect the TCC regulated apply valve for wear. The O-ring in this kit should be used to replace the original end plug O-ring after inspection. Worn valves or bores can be repaired using the Sonnax TCC regulated apply valve and sleeve kit 84754-34K.

  • Valve
  • PTFE Seals (2) 1 extra
  • Spring
  • O-Ring

Sonnax valve body layouts provide a detailed overview of individual units making it quick and easy to determine what’s available for the specific valve body you’re working on. See all Sonnax valve body layouts.

GM 4T65-E Valve Body Layout

GM 4T65-E Valve Body Layout

  • 4T65-E TCC Apply Valve Kit 84754-43K
  • 4T65-E TCC Apply Valve Kit 84754-43K

You need this if...

Vacuum testing at the port(s) indicated fails to hold the recommended minimum in-Hg, or if wear is visually detected.

4T65-E TCC Apply Valve Kit Vacuum Test Locations