PML Chrysler Dodge 68RFE, 66RFE, 65RFE, 545RFE, 45RFE Deep Transmission Pan

Description

Volume: 3 1/8 qts. over stock for 2wd, 2 1/2 qts. over stock for 4wd

Dimensions: Click here for dimensions.

Number of Bolts: 15

PML made this pan for Ram and Dakota trucks and Jeep SUVs with Chrysler/Dodge 4, 5 and 6 speed transmissions: 68RFE, 66RFE, 65RFE, 5–45RFE, 45RFE

Benefits:

Drain and magnetic drain plug included
Extra Capacity
Heavy duty sand cast aluminum construction
Finned on the bottom for heat dissipation
Machined flat, large sealing surface for a leak free seal
Clears cooling lines on 2013 and newer Ram trucks
1/8-27 NPT temperature sender port and plug

Once installed, the bottom of this pan is not parallel to the ground. The drain plug is on the side closest to the ground so the pan will drain really well. Other PML pans for the Dodge RFE transmission are parallel to the ground once installed.

Always check your vehicle to verify your configuration and clearance.

Applications

PML designed this transmission oil pan to replace the stock pan on many configurations of these vehicles with a Chrysler Dodge 45RFE, 545RFE, 65RFE, 66RFE, and 68RFE:

Ram 2500 and 3500, 2WD and 4WD, with Cummins diesel engine, 2007 1/2 and newer
Ram 1500 with Hemi engine, 2002 to 2005
Ram 1500 with 4.7 V8 engine, 2002 to 2011, check clearance on 2012 to 2014

Dakota 2WD with 4.7 V8 engine, 2000 to 2004
Durango 2WD with 4.7 V8 engine, 2000 to 2003

Jeep Grand Cherokee with 4.7 or 5.7 V8 engine, 1999 to 2004
Jeep Liberty, 2002 to 2004, 3.7 (check clearance, see Jeep Transmission Pan Guidelines web page)
Jeep Liberty CRD, 2005 and 2006 (check skid plate)
Jeep Wrangler 2010 and 2011 2.8 Diesel (check skid plate)

Always check your vehicle to verify configuration and clearance. This list is not comprehensive and other vehicles may be able to use this pan. This pan will not work on 8 or 9 speed or Aisin transmissions.

2013 and newer trucks: Cooling lines (tubes) run close to the stock transmission pan on many models starting in 2013. It is a tight fit. See INSTALLATIONS section for notes and pictures.

Jeep Owners: See our Jeep Transmission Pan Guidelines web page. Some Jeeps, like 2005 to 2013 Grand Cherokees, have the exhaust or frame near or under the stock pan. There may seem to be clearance for a PML pan, but there is probably not enough space.

Skid Plates: If you have a skid plate, you may need to move it downwards away from the transmission pan. Please see Installations for an example from a customer. Some Jeeps and a few Dodge vehicles have skid plates that limit clearance.

Trucks and SUVs with exhaust or frame members below the stock pan: for example, many Hemi engine vehicles have the exhaust under the stock pan and will need PML 2 quart over (part number 11079) or stock capacity (part number 11078) pan.

Installations

This PML Dodge transmission pan has been installed on a variety of trucks and SUVs. Our thanks to those who gave us pictures and feedback.

2017 Ram 2500 4x4
2014 Ram 2500 4x4
2014 Ram 2500 4x4
2007 Ram 2500 2WD
2007 Ram 4WD

2005 Jeep Liberty CRD With Skid Plates

2004 Durango AWD

2002 Dakota Quad Cab 2WD
2000 Dakota Club Cab 2WD 4.7 V8

2017 Ram 2500 4x4

Marion installed his PML # 10304 transmission cover on his 2017 Ram 2500 Laramie 6.7 Diesel Cummins 4x4 having a 68RFE.

The project took a little longer than anticipated since he had a very hard time removing one o-ring or valve that might need to be replaced in the transmission where the long flat filter needs to be inserted. He finally got a sharp flat tool and gently hit it with a rubber hammer while trying to detach the o-ring from the tranny. As soon as it got out a little bit, he pulled it with one plier. To replace, he used a socket that is same measurement such as the o-ring and placed the new o-ring in the same position as the old one.

Placing the new PML transmission pan # 10304 back in its place it is a little tricky and he GENTLY push the two cooling lines next to the transmission, while trying to get the new PML transmission pan in between the new round small replaced filter and these cooling lines. DO NOT push hard because these might break and that will be a very costly headache. After putting everything in place, there is a small space left in between these two cooling lines and the new pan. Picture below.

When he removed the small round filter a LOT of transmission fluid came out. Overall, he drained about 9.5 quarts and added an additional 2 1/2 quarts more for the new PML pan resulting in a total of 12 quarts of new ATF+4 fluid. He checked the dip stick after going through the gears two or three times.

Marion says it is not hard to do all this job and he is not in any shape or form any mechanic or technician by any means. He took his time on a day off and had proper tools available and patience. Overall, he is so happy with his 3rd PML item installed on his truck. His truck also has the front and rear differential axel covers.

valve body PML transmission pan installed on a 2017 Ram 2500 Laramie Diesel PML pan clears the cooler lines PML pan is in black powder coat finish
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2014 Ram 2500 4x4

CJC Offroad installed this PML transmission pan on theirr 2014 Ram 2500 4x4 6.7 diesel. They were concerned about the transmission fluid cooling lines on the passenger side, but the lines do not contact the PML pan. Watch the video to see the installation:

As shown in the video, pushing the lines 1/8 to 1/4 an inch out makes the installation easier so that RTV did not get all over the flange surfaces. You must be very careful as these tubes are expensive and you do not want to break the seals on either end.

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2014 Ram 2500 4x4

Andrew Lowe installed this pan on his 2014 Project Bloodhound Ram 2500 4x4 6.7 Turbo Diesel. He also installed PML rear differential cover, part number 10361 and PML front cover, part number 11136. The truck has limited clearance for a larger transmission pan. To get the PML pan to fit, he slightly bent the cooler lines 1/4 inch.

The images below show the PML pan installed, the transmission pan cooler lines, and the truck. Andrew powder coated the pan and both differential covers a custom red.

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Our thanks to Andrew for including PML on his project.

2007 Ram 2500 2WD

These pictures show this PML Dodge transmission pan installed on a 2WD 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 with diesel engine:

2007 Ram 4WD

These pictures show this PML Dodge transmission pan installed on a 4WD 2007 Dodge Ram (before, during and after installation):

2005 Jeep Liberty CRD With Skid Plates

Installation of this pan on a Jeep Liberty CRD requires removal of the factory skid plate or addition of spacers to move the skid plate downward away from the transmission. Thanks to Stan Wright who purchased part number 10304 for his CRD and then documented his installation. See his write-up at liberty.eurekaboy.com/deeppan.htm to read about this install.

2004 Durango AWD

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2002 Dakota Quad Cab 2WD

To see pictures of this pan installed on an '02 Dakota Quad Cab 2wd click here and here.

2000 Dakota Club Cab 2WD 4.7 V8

This installation has the temperature sensor boss machined and the sending unit installed (middle picture). The temperature sensor boss and drain are on the driver's side.

The PML pan is installed on a 2004 Dodge Durango Gen. II limited AWD with a 5.7 HEMI and 5-45RFE transmission. The pan clears cross member and fits great. The cross over exhaust pipe does hang down lower than the cross member. The pan was purchased in the natural cast finish and painted by the customer.

Our thanks to Michael for choosing PML pans and covers.

Specifications

Information is for reference only. Installer is responsible for installation, function and fitment.

Comparison of PML RFE Transmission Oil Pans

PML makes four pans for the 68RFE, 45RFE, 5-45RFE, 65RFE, 66RFE, 68RFE transmissions. All fit the transmissions. The different designs suit a variety of vehicles and applications.

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Front of pans. 11078, 11079 and 11161 are parallel to ground when installed. 10304 slants toward the drain on the left/driver side when installed.

Rear of pans. 11078 and 11079 step down to clear the Hemi engine exhaust routing.

Inside of pans. Extra capacity pans, PML part numbers 11079, 10304, and 11161 have baffles to reduce sloshing, keep fluid near filter pickup, and act as heat sinks for cooling.

Filter Information

This pan works with OEM/stock filters.

The filter bolts on to the valve body. No filter support or extension is needed. The fluid will be at the same level with a stock pan as with the PML pan. The filter will pick up from the same place. PML designs pans and covers to work with stock parts without the need for additional modifications or complications.

Thanks to Eric who provided part numbers for filters that will work with all PML Dodge RFE pans:

OEM: 5013470AE
Fleetguard: TF15072
FRAM: FT1223
WIX: 58843 (kit)

This is MOPAR 5013470AE:

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Gasket Information

For a gasket, PML recommends an inexpensive cork or cork composite type gasket. Dodge/Chrysler recommends the Mopar silicon gasket maker, which comes in a tube, for many Chrysler, Dodge, Ram and Jeep vehicles. This will also work fine with a PML pan.

An example of a cork gasket is Transmaxx 72300, shown below.

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Bolts

PML includes new mounting bolts with the transmission pan. The PML bolts are longer and the thread diameter and threads per inch are the same. PML bolts are longer since the flange on the PML pan is much thicker than the flange on the stock OEM pan.

Five holes on the transmission are NOT through holes. Check that the PML bolts do not bottom out. This depends on the thickness of the gasket and depth of holes in the housing.

Make sure the holes on the housing are clean and free of debris.

PML bolts are longer because of the thick flange on the PML pan. Click on image to view larger.

Included With PML Chrysler 45RFE to 68RFE Deep Pan

PML includes a magnetic drain plug with copper sealing washer, new mounting bolts, and a 1/8 NPT plug with the pan.

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Temperature Sender Port

This pan has a 1/8 NPT sender port for an aftermarket transmission fluid temperature gauge. The port is on the driver side of the pan. A plug for the hole is included.