42RLE Filter

[Atrus]

I've really neglected my trans and need to change the fluid. Trying to determine if I'll take it in for a flush, or "flush" it myself.

Looking on RockAuto.com, I see 2 filters listed. Has anyone used either one of these?

PARTS AUTHORITY Part # 61711 {Filter Kit}
4 SP RWD/4X4 42RLE Transmission ($7.51)

ATP Part # B216
42RLE, 42RLE/VLP ($11.87)

Or, would it be best to get a Mopar one from a dealer?

 

[Atrus]

Or, does this one from Autozone (Champion) look correct?

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[RageOfFury]

Get the flush done at the dealer. They will have the proper filter, fluids and will actually flush it and reset the TCM. Should run you 250$, but it's better than 4-5K$ for a new trans.

 

[ridenby]

Not up to speed on 42rle filters,on the flush,dealer down here just flushes fluid,NO filter change unless you ask and pay extra for it.

 

[JeepJeepster]

You have the 42rle/VLP ******. And that pic looks just like what I used. Ive never known the VLP to have a different filter but it may.

Personally I just change the filter every 30k and change the fluid every 10-15k. No flushes for me.

 

[Scooba Steve]

I used the ATP B216 kit when I did my 42rle in November. Appeared to be a well made kit. I would use again.

When I did mine I dropped the pan and was able to get a fair amount to drain out (more than I thought would).

I am going to use the method that flair111 uses to cycle fresh fluid in by sucking 2 qts out from the fill tube every so often, and drop pan and change filter/gasket every 30k miles

 

[belvedere]

I dropped the pan and changed the filter when we got our Libby. I don't believe the pan had ever been off. It had around 75k on at the time. I wouldn't have gone that long if I'd owned it since new, but I have to admit, the fluid looked like new. I plan to do a pan drop every 25k or so.

 

[Atrus]

I'm most likely just going to get it flushed at the dealer for $140. I'm tempted to replace the filter and flush myself, but with the PCM reset and all it just seems that I should take it in.

 

[Marlon_JB2]

I'm most likely just going to get it flushed at the dealer for $140. I'm tempted to replace the filter and flush myself, but with the PCM reset and all it just seems that I should take it in.

$140? Grr. Where? Roseville charged my sister $170. Then again that was after tax and stuff...

 

[Atrus]

$140? Grr. Where? Roseville charged my sister $170. Then again that was after tax and stuff...

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