How do I identify my GM manual 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.

How do I identify a GM NV3500 transmission?

The New Venture Gear 3500, commonly called NV3500, is a 5-speed overdrive manual transmission manufactured by New Venture Gear and used by GM and Dodge in compact and full-size light trucks. It can be identified by its two-piece aluminum case with integrated bell housing and top-mounted tower shifter.

What manual transmission is in a 89 Chevy 1500?

RMT290C-2 – HM290 Manual Transmission for GM 1988-1992 1500 And 2500 4×4 5 Speed.

How do I know if I have a NV4500 transmission?

1. TRANSMISSION IDENTIFICATION. The NV4500 transmission identification tag is attached to the shifter top cover.
2. GM 4WD NV4500 (1993-94) During the first two years of the NV4500, Chevy offered this 5 speed with a 6.34:1.
3. GM 4WD NV4500 (1995)
4. GM 4WD NV4500 (1996 & Newer)

Where is the ID number on a transmission?

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.

What year is a NV3500?

The current NV3500 is found in full size GM trucks from 1988 and newer, S10 trucks from 1990 and newer, and Dodge Dakota V8 Ram trucks from 1994 and newer. The NV3500 is a five-speed manual transmission.

How do I identify a manual transmission?

Essentially, if you must shift gears yourself, you have a manual transmission. But if you place your car into drive or reverse to make it move, the transmission is an automatic. So if your car doesn’t have a clutch pedal, it has an automatic transmission.

What vehicles came with a NV4500?

General Motors used the NV4500 as RPO MT8 & MW3 in 8500 + GVWR light trucks.

• 1991–2000 GMC & Chevrolet C/K 2500 and 3500.
• 1999 & 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500.
• 2001–2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500 and 2007 Silverado Classic.
• 2001–2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500.

Does a NV4500 have overdrive?

The NV4500 or New Venture Gear 4500 is a heavy-duty, manual shift, five-speed overdrive, longitudinally positioned transmission.