Symptoms:

  • Low/Reverse switch code
  • 2nd Gear starts
  • Erratic TCC apply
  • No lockup

Cause:

Solenoid switch valve plugs cocking in the bore and/or bore wear at the switch valves.

Correction:

The replacement switch valve plugs feature a guide stem that connects the two halves and prevents valve cocking.

Warning:

Measure large spool diameter on OE switch valve as shown here to verify which Sonnax part will fit the unit being repaired. Some Chrysler switch valves measure .420" dia. and others .453" dia. Another third version found in “late” anodized valve bodies have a .453" dia. but with a narrower spool and incorporates an ID groove. Sonnax offers repairs for all three sizes.

Part OE Large Spool Dia. Part No. Tool Required
Standard-size kits address low to moderate bore wear. Oversize kits address excessive bore wear.
Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve .420" 92835-21 F-92835-TL
Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve Plug Kit .420" 92835-18K F-92835-TL18
Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve & Plug Kit .420" 92835-32K F-92835-TL32
Solenoid Switch Valve Plug Kit .420" 92835-02K None
Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve & Plug Kit .453" 92835-31K F-92835-TL31
Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve Plug Kit .453" 92835-22K 92835-RM22
Solenoid Switch Valve Plug Kit .453" 92835-39K None
Valve body reaming fixture VB-FIX required.
These oversized valve kits and their associated tool kits are still available. However, for improved reaming experience, results, and ease of use, it is recommended that oversized valve kit 92835-32K and associated tool kit F-92835-TL32 be used instead.

41TE, 42LE, 42RLE, 45RFE, 545RFE, 62TE, 68RFE

Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve Plug Kit
Part No. 92835-18K

Fits bores containing OE switch valve with .420" dia. large spool only.


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Common complaints with Chrysler 41TE, 42LE, 42RLE, 45RFE, 545RFE and 68RFE transmissions include erratic or no torque converter clutch control, second gear starts and/or low/Reverse switch code. These can be caused by the solenoid switch valve plugs cocking in the bore and hanging up. Another cause of these complaints can be bore wear at the switch valves due to the cocking action and/or continuous oscillation of the plugs. For valve bodies with excessive wear, use Sonnax oversized solenoid switch valve plug kit 92835-18K. When using this oversized kit, Sonnax offers two ways to ream the bore: a stand-alone bench reamer 92835-RM (not compatible with 62TE) or tool kit F-92835-TL18 that requires the use of the VB-FIX.

  • The two functional plugs have been redesigned to prevent cocking in the bore
  • One plug features a tightly toleranced thruhole that guides a stem on the mating plug
  • O-Ringed end plug that positively seals the reamed bore

Associated tool 92835-RM is not compatible with 62TE.

  • Inner Plug
  • Outer Plug
  • End Plug
  • 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.

Chrysler 62TE Valve Body Layout

Chrysler 62TE Valve Body Layout

Chrysler 40/41TE, 41AE, 40/41TES, 42LE/RLE Valve Body Layout

Chrysler 40/41TE, 41AE, 40/41TES, 42LE/RLE Valve Body Layout

  • 41TE, 42LE, 42RLE, 45RFE, 545RFE, 62TE, 68RFE Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve Plug Kit 92835-18K
  • 41TE, 42LE, 42RLE, 45RFE, 545RFE, 62TE, 68RFE Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve Plug Kit 92835-18K
  • 41TE, 42LE, 42RLE, 45RFE, 545RFE, 62TE, 68RFE Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve Plug Kit 92835-18K
  • 41TE, 42LE, 42RLE, 45RFE, 545RFE, 62TE, 68RFE Oversized Solenoid Switch Valve Plug Kit 92835-18K details

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