I was looking through the service manual today and found the manual's description on how to do a fluid and filter change on the Aisin transmission. Unfortunately it doesn't say HOW to remove the rear pan bolts which are just barely covered up by the transmission cross member. I did find that...
I went and drove a 2019 3500 High Output with an Aisin transmission this past weekend. I was impressed with how strong the truck was but the Aisin transmission felt somewhat “clunky” to me. For those that have bought a 2019 Aisin is anyone else having similar impressions? The truck has...
PPEI has released a tune for the Aisin. Has anyone tried it yet? I took my truck in for the latest OEM update and it shifts OK(ish). Before the latest flash it had a 2-3 shift flare (common issue) that was annoying. After the latest OEM flash that cleared up, however when towing in tow haul...
Just wanted to create an informative post for anyone experiencing a premature failure on their 2022 3500 / 4500 / 5500 with the AS69RC "Aisin" transmission. This has been an ongoing issue for several months now. I have been tracking the issue myself, as I also have a 22 Aisin truck and was...
Because the Aisin has earned a solid, time-tested reputation as a very stout, dependable transmission for towing. Driving around town empty isn't bad either, you get used to it's shifting habits very quickly and I think its actually quite civilized.
My '14 RAM 3500 Crew Cab Tradesman 4x4 is at 33,445 miles and 621 drive hours as of today. The Aisin AS69RC requires a drain & fill at 30,000 miles. At...