Buick Cars - GM Hydra-Matic Transmissions Service & Repair Manuals

1948-1950 Buick Dynaflow Transmission Shop Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the Dynaflow transmission of the 1948-1950 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Roadmaster, Roadmaster Series 70, Special, Special Series 40, Super and Super Series 50.

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: BPS 1.32.

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Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	104 pages, 11 x 8.5 x 0.2 in (28 x 21.5 x 0.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	extensively illustrated
Language:	English
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2024)
ISBN:	9781791420147

GM 6L80 Transmissions - How to Rebuild & Modify

Introduced in 2006, the 6L80 has become the most popular General Motors transmission in production today. Millions are on roads around the world, and the 6L series of transmissions has overtaken the 4L60E as the most popular rebuild in the majority of transmission shops and dealerships today.

Automatic transmissions are often seen as mysterious and overly complicated, but much of the guesswork has been simplified to its basic elements in this easy-to-follow guide. This book covers the identification process, operation, diagnostic pointers, common failures, and repair and rebuild procedures for the 6L80 transmission.
Upgrades that are available to make the 6L80 more robust are covered as well as the companies that offer upgrades.

This detailed, step-by-step instructional manual is authored by engineer, instructor, speaker, and author Steve Garrett. Meticulous step-by-step photos of the rebuild process are featured along with torque specifications and identification of all major and most minor components.

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Author:	Steve Garrett
Details:	144 pages, 10.4 x 8.1 x 0.51 in (26.5 x 20.5 x 1.3 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	346 color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	CarTech Inc (USA, 2022)
Series:	S-A Design Workbench (SA523)
ISBN:	9781613257302

How to Rebuild and Modify GM 4L80E Transmissions (1991-2013)

This book is a comprehensive guide to the GM 4L80E automatic transmission, the successor to the popular Turbo Hydramatic 400 (TH400). Produced from 1991 to 2013, the 4L80E is a robust 4-speed overdrive unit and a lighter counterpart to the 4L85E, widely used in performance and conversion projects.

The book simplifies the often complex topic of automatic transmissions into clear, practical steps. It covers how to identify the best versions, disassemble, rebuild, reassemble, and troubleshoot the 4L80E. Performance upgrades and modifications are also discussed, making it valuable for enthusiasts, racers, and transmission swappers.

Author Eric McClellan provides a detailed, step-by-step guide with clear photographs of each stage of the rebuild, torque specifications, and identification of all major and most minor components. The book serves as both a technical reference and a practical manual, helping readers achieve reliable, high-performance results with their 4L80E transmission.

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Author:	Eric McClellan
Details:	144 pages, 11 x 8.5 x 0.39 in (28 x 21.5 x 1 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	450 color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	CarTech Inc (USA, 2021)
Series:	S-A Design Workbench
ISBN:	9781613255698

How to Rebuild and Modify GM Turbo 350 Transmissions

Although not quite the heavy-duty performer as its big brother, the Turbo 400, the Turbo 350 transmission is a fine, durable, capable, and when modified, stout performer in its own right.
Millions of GM cars and trucks have been built with Turbo 350 automatic transmissions. There always comes a time when the old transmission shows signs of wear. At some point, even the best transmissions need to be rebuilt.

In this book, respected automotive technical author Cliff Ruggles guides you through the complex rebuild procedure of GM's popular rear-wheel-drive automatic transmission. With his proven style, Ruggles goes through the step-by-step rebuild and performance upgrade procedures in a series of full-color photos. He includes instruction on removal and installation, tear-down procedures, parts inspection and replacement, as well as performance mods and shift kit installation. Time-saving tips are part of every buildup as well.

Automatic transmissions are a mystery to most. Even if you end up deciding to have a professional take care of your transmission repair and performance needs, the information contained in this book is crucial to understanding how the power gets from the engine to the road.

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Author:	Cliff Ruggles
Details:	144 pages, 11 x 8.5 x 0.39 in (28 x 21.5 x 1 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	many color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	CarTech Inc (USA, 2015)
Series:	S-A Design Workbench (SA326)
ISBN:	9781613251898

How to Rebuild & Modify GM Turbo 400 Transmissions : Complete Step-By-Step Rebuild Guide

Over the last 50 years, literally millions of GM cars and trucks have been built with Turbo 400 automatic transmissions. While these transmissions are respected for their durability and versatility, there always comes a point where the old transmission shows signs of wear. At some point, even the best transmissions need to be rebuilt.

Automotive technical author Cliff Ruggles takes readers through the complex rebuild procedure of GMs most popular rear-wheel drive automatic transmission in this book.
With his proven style, Ruggles walks through the step-by-step rebuild and performance upgrade procedures in a series of full-color photos for each of these models. Time saving tips are part of every buildup.

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Author:	Cliff Ruggles
Details:	144 pages, 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.39 in (27.5 x 21.5 x 1 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	many color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	CarTech Inc (USA, 2011)
Series:	S-A Design (SA186)
ISBN:	9781934709207

GM Automatic Overdrive Transmission Builder's and Swapper's Guide

In this book Cliff Ruggles demystifies the popular GM 700-R4 and 4L60 automatic transmissions. Keeping the enthusiast in mind, Ruggles explains the history of these transmissions, presents critical identification guidelines, and leads the reader through the complete disassembly, repair and upgrade, and assembly processes. DIY-ers will learn how to test their transmission to ensure its proper operation before installing it in the car.

This book includes information about high-performance modifications, both from the factory and the aftermarket. These include internal parts and external components such as shift kits and torque converters that will help you make your transmission perform at its best.
It also covers common installation issues such as mounting, shifters and linkages, wiring harnesses, and more, and includes a special section by Ro McGonegal on swapping these transmissions into earlier performance and musclecar chassis.

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Author:	Cliff Ruggles
Details:	128 pages, 10.8 x 8.7 x 0.31 in (27.5 x 22 x 0.8 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	300 color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	CarTech Inc (USA, 2008)
Series:	S-A Design (SA140)
ISBN:	9781932494501

General Motors Automatic Transmission Overhaul Manual (1964-1994) - Fundamentals, diagnosis, overhaul, modifications | Haynes TechBook

Haynes TechBook covering the overhaul of General Motors Hydramatic automatic transmissions and transaxles, installed in Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile and Pontiac passenger cars, vans and pick-ups.

Covers the following models:
- automatic transmissions THM200-4R (1981-1989), THM350 (1969-1989), THM375B, THM400 (1964-1990, also used by American Motors, Jaguar, Rolls-Royce and Bentley) and THM700-R4 (1982-1992)
- transaxles THM 125/125C (1980-1989), THM 3T40 (1990-1994), THM 440-T4 (1984-1990) and THM 4T60 (1990-1993) (used in GM models with front wheel drive).

• Over 1400 photos and complete step-by-step instructions for the overhaul of the complete transmission (torque converter, planetary gears, brake bands, oil pump and switch block).
• Also chapters about working principles, identification, tools, measuring instruments, removal and assembly.

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Author:	Eric Godfrey, J. H. Haynes
Details:	304 pages, 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.59 in (27 x 21 x 1.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	1400 photos
Language:	English (technical dictionaries in 19 languages are available for free download here)
Publisher:	Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 2002)
Series:	Haynes TechBook (10360)
ISBN:	9781563924231

Guide to Automatic Transmission Repair - American Car Transmissions and Transaxles (1974-1980) | Chilton Repair Manual

Chilton Repair & Maintenance Guide. Describes theory, fault finding, specifications, repair and overhaul of American automatic transmissions and transaxles from the period 1974-1980.

Types:
- AMC Torque Command
- Chrysler Torqueflite, Torqueflite A-404 Transaxle
- Ford C-3, C-4, C-4S, C-6, CW, FMX
- Jatco Overdrive
- General Motors 125 Transaxle, 180, turbo Hydra-Matic 200, 250, 350, 375, 400, 425 Powerglide.

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Details:	352 pages, 10.8 x 8.25 x 0.67 in (27.5 x 21 x 1.7 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	many photos and drawings
Language:	English (technical dictionaries in 19 languages are available for free download here)
Publisher:	Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 2001)
Series:	Chilton Auto Repair Manual (7645)
ISBN:	9780801976452

Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 Handbook

This clear, concise manual leads you through every step of the rebuild of your Turbo Hydramatic transmission, from removal, teardown, and inspection to assembly and installation. This book also covers transmission identification, principles of operation and maintenance, troubleshooting, and in-car repairs.
It includes descriptions of heavy-duty and high-performance modifications: coolers, high-stall converters, shift-programming kits, internal beef-ups, and more.
More than 750 photos, drawings, and charts combine with text give you the most authoritative book of its kind.

Covers the Turbo Hydramatic transmissions:
- 250 (1973-1977)
- 250 C (1979-1984)
- 350 (1969-1981)
- 350 C (1979-1984)
- 375 B (1974-1976)

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Author:	Ron Sessions
Details:	256 pages, 10 x 7.9 in (25.5 x 20 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	750+ photos and drawings
Language:	English
Publisher:	HP Books (USA, 1987)
ISBN:	9780895860514