Land Rover Defender: Transmission Description - Vehicles With: 8HP45 8-Speed Automatic
Transmission AWD
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COMPONENT LOCATION
COMPONENT LOCATION - 1 OF 2
Transmission Control Switch (TCS)
COMPONENT LOCATION - 2 OF 2
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) cooler
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) cooler
TRANSMISSION
The transmission comprises the main casing which houses all of the
transmission components. The main casing also
incorporates an integral torque converter housing.
A fluid pan is attache
POWER FLOWS
Operation of the transmission is controlled by the Transmission Control
Module (TCM), which electrically activates
various solenoids to control the transmission gear selection. The sequen
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Make sure to protect the paintwork.
NOTE:
This procedure contains illustrations for right side components, left
side components are similar.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components
removed to provide extra clarity.
This proce
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
PART(S)
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Observe due care when working near a hot exhaust system.
CAUTION:
Make sure the exhaust system is supported at all times.
NOTE:
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components
removed to provide extra clarity.
This procedure co
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