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Servicing - A/T: Identification

NOTE: A new designation system has been developed by Hydra-Matic to functionally describe their products. New transmission designations will indicate (in sequence) the number of speeds, type, series, and major features (if applicable) of each transaxle or transmission. New designations of transmissions will be used throughout this section. Use the HYDRA-MATIC PRODUCT DESIGNATIONS tables to cross-reference each new designation.
HYDRA-MATIC PRODUCT DESIGNATION SYSTEM CODES

3 - No. of Speeds: Type: 40 - Series: E - Features:
3 T - Transverse Based on E - Elect. control
4 L - Longitudinal relative A - All Wheel Drive
5 M - Manual torque rating H - Heavy Duty
HYDRA-MATIC PRODUCT DESIGNATIONS (AUTOMATIC)

Previous Designation New Designation
THM A-1 HYDRA-MATIC 3T40-A
THM F-7 THM F-7
THM R-1 HYDRA-MATIC 4L30-E
THM 125/125C HYDRA-MATIC 3T40
THM 180/180C HYDRA-MATIC 3L30
THM 200-4R (1) THM 200-4R
THM 400 HYDRA-MATIC 3L80
THM 440-T4 HYDRA-MATIC 4T60
THM 475 HYDRA-MATIC 3L80-HD
THM 700-R4 HYDRA-MATIC 4L60
(1) No change in designation.
GENERAL MOTORS RWD AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION APPLICATION

Manufacturer/Model Body Transmission(s)
Buick
Electra Wagon "B" 200-4R & 4L60
LeSabre "H" 200-4R & 4L60
LeSabre Wagon "B" 200-4R & 4L60
Cadillac
Brougham "D" 200-4R
Chevrolet
Camaro "F" 4L60
Caprice "B" 200-4R & 4L60
Corvette "Y" 4L60
Oldsmobile
Custom Cruiser "B" 200-4R & 4L60
Cutlass Cruiser "A" 200-4R & 4L60
Pontiac
Firebird "F" 200-4R & 4L60
Safari Wagon "B" 200-4R & 4L60