46RE Clutch Module 1990, new and ready to install. Fits the 46RE. Ships fast from the USA.
A Dodge Ram, Dakota, Durango or Ramcharger with the A518 automatic that slips, flares between gears or smells burnt usually has worn clutch frictions. This listing is a new Exedy EFK153 friction module, titled for 1990 and described for the A518/46RH, 46RE, A618/47RH and 47RE from 1990 on. It carries the lined friction discs for the main clutch packs: the forward frictions, the direct frictions and the overdrive and overdrive direct frictions. Steels, seals and gaskets are not included.
The 1990 A518 was Chrysler's first overdrive version of the TorqueFlite: a three-speed main case with an overdrive unit bolted behind it. The main case has two clutches. The rear (forward) clutch applies in every forward gear, and the front (direct) clutch applies in third, fourth and Reverse. In the overdrive unit the direct clutch locks the unit in first through third and the overdrive clutch applies in fourth. Each pack is a stack of friction discs against steel plates. When the lining wears thin or glazes from heat, the stack cannot hold torque and the engine flares during or after the shift.
Check fluid level and condition first, then road test and note which ranges slip; the factory clutch and band chart narrows it to one pack. Low line pressure from a worn pump or valve body wears new frictions out quickly, so run a pressure test before you rebuild. Our 46RE diagnostic guide covers the pressure checks, and the pump failure guide explains why worn pumps show up hot and at idle first.
The listing is titled for 1990, and the module is described for the A518, A618, 46RE and 47RE from 1990 up. That covers 1990-1993 46RH units with the hydraulic governor as well as later electronic-governor 46RE units. Disc counts differ: the Chrysler manual lists 3 front, 4 rear, 4 overdrive and 8 overdrive direct discs for the 46RE, while the 47RE uses 4 front, 5 overdrive and 10 direct. Lay your old frictions out by pack and compare count, tooth style and thickness before you start. If you are not sure which unit you have, send us the year, engine and VIN. See all A518 parts on our 46RE transmission page.
| Fits | 46RE 1990 |
| Part type | Clutch Module |
| Condition | New |
| Brand | Exedy |
| Reference | EFK153 |
| Ships | From the USA |
| Warranty | 1-year |
Doing this repair right usually means replacing these at the same time. Same transmission, ships together.
The friction discs for the main clutch packs: forward, direct and the overdrive and overdrive direct frictions. Steel plates, seals and gaskets are not included.
Yes, it is listed for the A518 family from 1990 up, including the 46RH, 46RE, 47RH and 47RE. Compare count and tooth style with your old frictions and send us your VIN if unsure.
If the overdrive clutch frictions are burnt, yes, but check governor and line pressure and the overdrive direct spring too, or the new frictions will wear out the same way.
The Chrysler manual calls for 10-20 minutes in ATF+4. Many rebuilders soak longer. Never install them dry.
Piston seals and gaskets, any heat-damaged steels, and the filter. If the valve body is worn, address it so the new clutches get full apply pressure.
