Chrysler / Dodge Chrysler 62TE · 2011–2016 (RT, Pentastar)

2011–2016 Chrysler Town & Country Chrysler 62TE Transmission Repair

The 2011–2016 Chrysler Town & Country uses the 3.6L Pentastar V6 with the 62TE six-speed.

Transmission at a glance

Vehicle
Chrysler Town & Country
Model years covered
2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Transmission
Chrysler / Dodge Chrysler 62TE — 6-speed front-wheel-drive automatic
Engines
3.6L Pentastar V6

Year-specific notes

  • 2016 — 2016 was the final Town & Country; the 2017 Pacifica uses a 9-speed.

How to confirm your transmission

  • The build sheet / sales code for your VIN identifies the 62TE; many 4-cylinder models used a 4-speed instead.
  • All vans in this range have the 3.6L Pentastar, but calibrations were updated over the run.
  • The ID tag on the case confirms the build before parts are sourced.

Common Chrysler 62TE failure areas in the Town & Country

Harsh or erratic shifts

Solenoid pack, valve body and adaptive issues are common on the Town & Country 3.6L; a scan and quick-learn come first.

Limp mode

The controller defaults to a safe gear when it detects a fault; codes guide the diagnosis.

Slip or loss of drive when hot

Clutch wear or pressure loss, often worsened by Arizona heat and low fluid.

Bumpy low-speed downshifts

Often calibration or adaptive related; a software check and quick-learn come before hardware.

Diagnostic considerations

  • Scan for codes and review solenoid, pressure and speed-sensor data.
  • Check fluid level and condition at the correct temperature.
  • Road test through all six gears with live data.

Repair or rebuild?

Solenoid-pack, valve-body and quick-learn issues can often be repaired in place. Burnt clutches, metal in the pan or underdrive compounder damage usually call for a rebuild. We explain what we find before recommending either.

Other Town & Country generations with the Chrysler 62TE

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Frequently asked questions

Does a quick-learn fix harsh shifting?

It can when the controller's learned values are off, but it won't fix worn parts. We scan and test first.

Should I repair or rebuild the 62TE in my Chrysler Town & Country?

It depends on what failed. Solenoid, valve body and software faults can often be repaired; burnt clutches or metal in the pan usually mean a rebuild. We diagnose first and explain the options.

Do you give prices over the phone?

We don't quote before diagnosis because repair scope varies. Call 602-725-6800 or request a quote and we'll explain the next step. MBN Auto Diesel is at 6602 W Myrtle Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301.

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