What transmission does a 1997 K1500 have?

This 1997 K1500 had two transmission options available: a four-speed automatic and a five-speed manual.

What transmission came in the 1997 Chevy Silverado?

4L60E
1993-1997 CHEVROLET 1500 SILVERADO 5.7L 4L60E 2WD/4WD TRANSMISSION W/TC.

What year trucks have a 4L60E transmission?

The GM 4L60E / 4L65E / 4L70E Transmissions

Introduced in 1993 for trucks, vans, and SUVs, then in 1994 for rear-wheel-drive passenger cars, the 4L60E from General Motors is an evolution of the Turbo-Hydramatic 700R4 and replaced the tried and true TH350.

What transmission is in a 1997 Z71?

4L60E
4L60E 4×4 Z71 1995 1996 1997 Stock Remanufactured Transmission Chevy, GM, GMC.

What transmission does a 1996 Chevy k1500 have?

A four-speed automatic transmission of General Motors motor car (4L60E) powered the 7L Vortec engine.

Will a 4L60E transmission fit a 350?

You will be able to bolt straight up to your 350 with the 4L60E. Yes, but you will need some sort of control over the tranny. As the OD is electronically controlled, the “E” at the end of the 4L60 is a sign of this.

Will a V6 4L60E transmission fit a V8 Chevy?

In addition to the Chevrolet 90 degree “Small Block” and “Big Block” patterned engines (image, left), the front face 4L60-E is natively compatible with the V6, V8 and I6 engines.

How do I identify an old Chevy transmission?

While there are no distinctive pans and bolt counts to make transmission identification simple, 4-speed manual transmissions can be generally identified by examining the side profile. The shape of the main housing will give a reasonably reliable indication of the transmission group to which your gearbox belongs.

What motor does a 4L60E fit?

In addition to the Chevrolet 90 degree “Small Block” and “Big Block” patterned engines (image, left), the front face 4L60-E is natively compatible with the V6, V8 and I6 engines.

What is the difference between a 4L60E and a 4L60?

The rear output housing is configured with a six-bolt pattern in late model 4L60E transmissions. The 4L60 transmission is configured with a four-bolt pattern. The bolt pattern is not a guaranteed distinction, however, as early 4L60E transmissions, manufactured from 1992 through 1997, also have a four-bolt pattern.

Can you use a 4L60E without a computer?

Externally, all it needs is a 12-volt source and an engine-vacuum reference. However, if your trans is, in fact, a 4L60E, running it off a computer is mandatory. On “E” transmissions, the computer controls everything: TCC lockup, gear changes, shift quality and firmness, and line pressure.

What Motors bolt up to 4L60E?

The front face 4L60-E is natively compatible with either the Chevrolet 90 degree “Small Block” & “Big Block” patterned engines (image, left), including the V6, V8 & I6.

What does 4L60E stand for?

In 1990, the 700-R4 was redesignated the 4L60, with “4” meaning four-speed, “L” for longitudinal installation (north/south), and “60” meaning light-to-medium-duty use and 6,000-pounds gross vehicle weight.

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.

Will a LS motor bolt to a 4L60E?

Most 5.3’s came with a 4l60e behind them, so YES, they fit. Look for one from the “LS years” meaning 2000+ which will have all the correct bell housing bolt holes. You need to find a 2wd tranny as well, otherwise the tail shaft will have to be swapped out to work.

Can I put a 4L80E in place of a 4L60E?

Or, as you will see here, you can jump up a level, installing the much more robust and heavy duty GM 4L80E in place, which will bolt a much better stock unit between your engine and rear end, one which can handle much more horsepower and torque than a 4L60E, even in stock form.

How do I identify a 4L60E transmission?

What is the difference in 4L60E transmissions?

The two transmissions cannot be differentiated from the outside. The 4L65E shares the same exterior parts but have stronger internals such as 5 pinion planets compared to 4 in the 4L60E. 4L60E uses a 6.5″ depth bell with 6 bolts for non gen 3 LS applications and a 7″ depth bell with 7 bolts for LS applications.

Can you put 6.0 on 4L60E?

A well built 4L60E can EASILY handle a cam/heads 6.0L… Where a stock 4L80E will handle it. All 6.0L LQ9 & LQ4 that were installed in 1/2 ton chassis had either a 4L60E or 4L65E. A well built 4L60E can EASILY handle a cam/heads 6.0L…

How can you tell the difference between a 4L60E and a 4L80E?

Appearance. The 4L80E can be told apart from the 4L60E by looking at their transmission fluid pan. This is because the 4L80E has a pan that is oval in shape whereas a rectangular pan is featured by the 4L60E. Another disparity between both devices is the number of bolts used to secure the transmission to the engine.

How can I tell if I have a 700R4 or 4L60E?

You can’t tell the difference between a 700R4 and a 4L60E by the oil pan as they are nearly the same. If the transmission has a large 18-pin electronic connector above the passenger side pan rail, it’s a 4L60E, as seen here. If it has a cable connection near the cooler lines on the passenger’s side, that’s a 700R4.