Is the W5A580 transmission good?

The NAG1 is a beast. Very stout transmission that can also shift very quickly. Lots of people have 600+ hp cars with a stock NAG1 and they have absolutely no problems. The gear ratios in the transmission itself are also very good and well spread out.

What vehicles have a W5A580 transmission?

Cars That Came With the NAG1 Transmission

• Jeep Commander (V6 3.7L, from 2006 to 2011).
• Jeep Grand Cherokee (SRT–8, from 2006 to 2013).
• Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (V6 3.7L 3.6L, from 2006 to 2013).
• Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited and Overland (V6 3.6L, from 2012 to 2013).
• Jeep Grand Cherokee (V6 3.0L Diesel, 2007 to 2011).

Who makes W5A580 transmission?

Chrysler
Chrysler built the W5A580 at its Indiana Transmission Plant II, on the north side of Kokomo. The plant had 6 million square feet of space and 695 employees; it was completed in 2003 and was created to build this transmission.

Are all NAG1 transmission the same?

NAG1/W5A580 is the same thing. NAG1 is the Chrysler designation. The LX transmissions have all been made in Kokomo, none in Germany. V6 has had the 42RLE or NAG1 06 + 07, exclusively 4 speed from 08 – 10 with the exception of AWD.

How can you tell if a transmission is NAG1?

The transmission can be generically identified visually by the presence of a round 13-way connector located near the front corner of the transmission oil pan, on the right side. Specific transmission information can be found stamped into a pad on the left side of the transmission, above the oil pan rail.

What is ATF 4 transmission fluid?

Valvoline ATF+4® is a high-quality synthetic transmission fluid specifically engineered to protect and prolong the life of Chrysler automatic transmissions.

What type of automatic transmission does Mercedes use?

9G-Tronic
Since the 1990’s, Mercedes-Benz have used Tiptronic transmission technology in their cars. The current version, the 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic transmission, was introduced in 2013.

What transmission do I have?

Open the driver’s side door and find the white card on the side of the door that is filled with small black lettering. This card contains specific details about the year the car was made, its transmission, engine specifications and other details. Underneath or beside the “TR” symbol will be a number code.

How many speeds is a NAG1 transmission?

5-speed
The NAG1 automatic transmission is an electronically controlled 5-speed transmission with a lock-up clutch in the torque converter. The ratios for the gear stages are obtained by 3 planetary gear sets. Fifth gear is designed as an overdrive with a high-speed ratio.

What is the difference between ATF and ATF 4 transmission fluid?

ATF +4 is a synthetic fluid for finely-tuned transmissions, so if you use a non-synthetic ATF instead of ATF +4 in a car or truck that calls for it, you could damage the transmission. You may use ATF +4 in most applications that call for older Dexron and Mercon fluids.

What is the best automatic transmission fluid?

Our top pick for the best transmission fluid is the Castrol Transmax Dex/Merc ATF. It works for the majority of domestic cars out there and delivers great results. If you’re looking for something even more wallet-friendly, check out the ACDelco Dexron VI Synthetic ATF.

What kind of transmission is a W5A580?

The NAG1 (WA580 or W5A580) automatic is an electronically controlled 5 speed transmission with a lock up clutch in the torque converter. Fifth gear is designed to be an overdrive with a high speed ratio. Ratios for gears are obtained by three planetary gear sets.

When did Chrysler stop using the A580 transmission?

After 2010, Chrysler had complete license and manufacturing rights, as other variations were no longer used by other OEM’s. Commonly found in the 300, Magnum, Charger, Challenger, Wrangler, and some Dodge Ram pickups, the A580 was last used in the 2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit models.

Are there any problems with the WA580 transmission?

When WA580’s came from the factory they were plagued with their fair share of problems. This transmission and torque converter was very sensitive to water intrusion and fluid quality. The original manufacturer recommends a three time flush. In addition there was O-ring leakage, vibrations and and shifting difficulties especially the 4-5.

What kind of transmission does a NAG1 WA580 have?

The W5A580 or WA580 is a NAG1 series automatic transmission. This transmission is electronically controlled with a triple disc clutch system for driving and an additional two freewheeling clutches.