Addressing GM 4L60-E and 4L65-E Transmission Issues with Sonnax Boost Valve Kit
GM 4L60-E and 4L65-E transmissions are commonly plagued by poor line rise, leading to potential failures in the 3-4 clutch and 2-4 band, as well as compromised shift quality. This issue often stems from the rapid wear of the boost sleeve, accelerated by the duty cycle of the EPC solenoid. Oil entering the torque signal orifice tends to leak past the boost valve and is then exhausted at the Reverse orifice, contributing to the poor line rise. Additionally, reverse oil may leak both into the sump and back through the torque signal orifice. Compounding the problem, the boost sleeve's outside diameter permits some leakage through the pump body, further reducing pressure rise.
To effectively address these issues, Sonnax offers the boost valve kit 77898E-K. This enhanced ratio assembly is designed to restore hydraulic integrity and prevent leakage in transmissions with early-style pumps. The kit includes drop-in Zip Valve™ parts, which are engineered for quick and easy installation. For more information on usage and additional boost valve options, refer to the accompanying chart.
Contents
- Sleeve
- O-Rings (2)
- Valve 0.490", 1 Groove
Dimensions
- Outside Diameter: 0.490 in
- Length: 1.907 in
Also available:
Boost Valve Kit Sonnax 0.470in Diameter x 1.907in Long O-Ring Style 4L60E 4L65E 4L70E
Transmissions: 4L65E (M32) 1993-UP, 4L60E (M33,M30) 1993-UP
Vehicle
BUICK
RAINIER 2003-2007 4 SP R/4WD L6 4.2L V8 5.3L
ROADMASTER SEDAN, ROADMASTER WAGON 1995-1996 4 SP RWD V8 5.7L
CHEVROLET
CORVETTE, ASTRO, BLAZER, SONOMA, S/T PICK-UP, SAFARI 1995-2005 4 SP RWD V8 5.7L 6.0L
SSR 2003-2006 4 SP RWD V8 5.3L 6.0L
AVALANCHE 2001-2008 4 SP R/4WD V8 5.3L 8.1L
C/K, PICK-UP 1500, C/K, PICK-UP 2500, C/K, PICK-UP 3500(95) 1995-1997 4 SP R/4WD V6 4.3L V8 4.8L 5.0L 5.3L 5.7L 6.0L
C-1500 2001-2015 4 SP 4WD V8 5.3L
CAMARO 1995-2002 4 SP RWD V6 3.4L 3.8L V8 5.7L
CANYON 2003-2013 4 SP R/4WD L4 2.8L 2.9L V6 3.5L L5 3.7L V8 5.3L
CAPRICE SEDAN, CAPRICE WAGON, IMPALA 1995-1996 4 SP RWD V8 4.3L 5.7L
COLORADO 2003-2012 4 SP R/4WD L4 2.8L 2.9L L5 3.5L 3.7L V6 3.6L V8 5.3L
ENVOY, TRAILBLAZER 1999-2009 4 SP R/4WD V6 4.2L V8 5.3L
EXPRESS 1997-2016 4 SP R/4WD V6 4.3L V8 5.3L
SILVERADO 1998-2013 4 SP R/4WD V6 4.3L V8 4.8L 5.3L V8 6.0L
SUBURBAN 1500 1995-2008 4 SP R/4WD V8 4.8L 5.0L 5.3L 5.7L V8 6.0L
TAHOE 1995-2013 4 SP R/4WD V8 4.8L 5.3L 5.7L
VAN FULL SIZE 1500-2500 1995-2011 4 SP RWD V6 4.3L V8 4.8L 5.0L 5.3L 5.7L 6.5L DIESEL
VAN FULL SIZE 3500 1995-1999 4 SP RWD V6 4.3L
GMC
SIERRA 1500 1998-2013 4 SP R/4WD V6 4.3L V8 4.8L 5.3L V8 6.0L
YUKON , YUKON XL 2000-2011 4 SP R/4WD V8 4.8L 5.3L 6.0L
SAVANA 1997-2016 4 SP R/4WD V6 4.3L V8 4.8L 5.3L
OLDSMOBILE
BRAVADA 1995-2004 4 SP R/4WD V6 4.2L 4.3L
PONTIAC
GTO 2004-2006 4 SP RWD V8 5.7L 6.0L
FIREBIRD 1995-2002 4 SP R/4WD V6 3.8L V8 5.7L
Alternate Words: Automatic Transmission, Valve Body , 77898E-K, 77898EK