Chrysler 45RFE, 545RFE & 68RFE Valve Body Identification
Valve Body Xpress
Part Number Chart
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| CHR140 | 45RFE, 545RFE '08-Earlier |
| CHR141 (Warranty Only) | 45RFE, 545RFE '09-Later, 65RFE. 66RFE |
| CHR143 (Warranty Only) | 68RFE, '08-Earlier |
| CHR144 (Warranty Only) | 68RFE '09-Later |
45RFE, 545RFE vs. 68RFE Identification
| 45RFE/545RFE/65RFE/66RFE | 68RFE |
|---|---|
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| If you have natural metal-colored springs in the areas indicated here, you have a 45RFE, 545RFE. | If you have colored springs (PURPLE and ORANGE) in the areas indicated here, you have a 68RFE. |
Year Identification - Solenoid Pack Connector
- Black Connector = ‘99–‘03 (45RFE, 545RFE only)
- White Connector = ‘04–‘08
- Gray Connector = ‘09-Later
A good rule of thumb is to replace the solenoid pack with the same color as the original in the vehicle.
Year Identification - Separator Plates
| '08-Earlier | '09-Later |
|---|---|
 The plate number is stamped in the small box between the two bolt holes. |  The plate number is stamped into the plate in the small box between the two bolt holes. 2009-2010 stamp is 52120004A. 2011-Later stamp is 52120004AB. |
Year Identification - Checkball Locations
| '08-Earlier | '09-Later |
|---|---|
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Related Units
Related Parts
Required
Recommended
45RFE, 545RFE, 65RFE, 66RFE, 68RFE
The Sure Cure® Kit SC-RFE-420
Fits ’18-earlier units with OE switch valve with .420" dia. large spool only.
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Helps cure:
- OD clutch burned
- Failsafe mode
- Damaged accumulator plate
- Engine stall
- Low cooler flow
- Overheated converter
- Harsh shifts
- Codes 841, 868, 871, 988, 1775, 1776
Required
Recommended
45RFE, 545RFE, 65RFE, 66RFE, 68RFE
The Sure Cure® Kit SC-RFE-453
Fits ’18-earlier units with OE switch valve with .453" dia. large spool only.
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Helps cure:
- OD clutch burned
- Failsafe mode
- Damaged accumulator plate
- Engine stall
- Low cooler flow
- Overheated converter
- Harsh shifts
- Codes 841, 868, 871, 988, 1775, 1776
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