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The 62TE is Chrysler's six-speed front-wheel-drive automatic, used from 2007 on in the Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Journey, Chrysler 200 and Sebring V6 and several others. It is essentially a 41TE with an added underdrive compounder at the back, which is how it gets six ratios out of a familiar four-speed layout. That means a lot of the 41TE rebuild habits still apply, but the extra clutches and the electronics make a cheap, incomplete kit a bad bet.
Short version: most 62TE units we see come out of high-mileage family vans with dark fluid. Buy a master kit, and prefer one that includes the piston pack.
Which Kit Fits Your Situation
| Kit | Contents | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Overhaul kit | Gaskets, seals, sealing rings | Leak repair or a unit opened early with clean fluid |
| Banner kit | Overhaul kit plus frictions | Worn frictions, steels still flat and not discolored |
| Master kit | Overhaul kit plus frictions and steels | Slipping, flare, burnt fluid, over 120,000 miles |
| Master kit with piston pack | Master kit plus bonded pistons | The one we recommend for most vans and crossovers |
Options in stock: the 62TE master rebuild kit (2007-up), the 62TE master kit with frictions, steels and pistons, the 62TE banner kit, and the 62TE overhaul kit.
What Actually Fails Inside a 62TE
- Burnt clutches from heat. Minivans tow more than people admit and the 62TE runs hot in traffic. The underdrive and low/reverse packs take the worst of it.
- Solenoid pack problems. A failing solenoid pack or its pressure switches will put the van in limp mode (stuck in one gear) and throw shift codes that look like internal failure. Rule this out before you pull the transmission. See our 62TE solenoid pack replacement cost guide.
- Worn bushings and pump wear. Debris from burnt clutches scores the pump and wears bushings, which drops lube and apply pressure. Inspect the pump gears and pocket closely during the teardown.
Replace These While It Is Apart
- Solenoid pack. If the original has over 100,000 miles on it, the 62TE solenoid block pack is cheap insurance compared to pulling the pan again in six months.
- Filter and pan gasket. The 62TE filter and gasket kit. Never reuse the filter on a rebuild.
- Converter and cooler. Burnt-clutch debris lives in the converter and cooler. Flush the cooler and lines until the fluid runs clean, and replace or rebuild the converter.
For the teardown itself, the 62TE clutch drum removal tool saves the drum from being pried on, which is how a lot of input clutch retainers get bent.
ATF+4 Only
The 62TE is filled with ATF+4 (Chrysler MS-9602). Do not use Dexron or Mercon, and do not use a universal fluid that is not specifically approved for ATF+4. The friction material in the kit is designed around ATF+4 friction characteristics, and the wrong fluid will show up as shudder and harsh engagements. Our ATF+4 spec guide covers what to look for on the bottle.
The Step Most DIY Rebuilds Skip: Quick Learn
Chrysler TE transmissions have to run the Quick Learn procedure with a scan tool after a rebuild, a solenoid pack replacement or a TCM replacement. Quick Learn teaches the TCM the clutch volumes of the new packs. Skip it and the van will shift harsh, bang into gear or flare, and the owner will think the rebuild failed. After Quick Learn, drive it through all six gears under light throttle so the adaptives can fine-tune.
Common Mistakes
- Rebuilding the transmission when the real problem was the solenoid pack or its connector.
- Skipping clutch clearance measurements. The 62TE uses selective reaction and pressure plates; every pack gets checked.
- Not air checking the clutches before the valve body and solenoid pack go on.
- Filling with the wrong fluid or overfilling. Check level hot, per the dipstick or service procedure for your model year.
62TE Kits Ship Same-Day
Every kit on this page is in stock in our 62TE section, along with the solenoids, filters, drums and pumps you find bad once it is torn down. Need a hard part we do not list? Our sister shop CoreTransmissionParts.com carries the deeper hard-parts catalog.
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What is the best 62TE rebuild kit?
For most high-mileage vans and crossovers, a master rebuild kit with frictions, steels and a piston pack. Overhaul and banner kits only make sense when the steels and pistons are still in good condition.
What fluid does a 62TE take?
ATF+4 (Chrysler MS-9602). Do not use Dexron or Mercon fluids.
Do I need to do a Quick Learn after rebuilding a 62TE?
Yes. Run the Quick Learn procedure with a capable scan tool after a rebuild, solenoid pack replacement or TCM replacement, then drive through all gears so the adaptives can settle.
Is the 62TE the same as the 41TE?
It is based on the 41TE but adds an underdrive compounder to get six speeds. Many parts are not interchangeable, so buy 62TE-specific kits.